Supporting Waste Paper Recycling Efficiency in Africa

with Y82-125 Horizontal Baler

Project Background

In many African countries, the recycling industry is developing rapidly, driven by urbanization, population growth, and increasing demand for sustainable waste management. This project comes from a waste paper recycling company located near a major city and transport corridor in Africa, serving supermarkets, warehouses, and commercial districts.

Before equipment upgrading, the customer mainly relied on manual sorting and loose stacking of waste paper and cardboard. Due to low material density, storage areas filled quickly, and trucks were often underloaded. Rising fuel prices and long transport distances further increased logistics costs.

The customer needed a reliable Waste Baler that could improve bale density, reduce labor intensity, and operate stably under local working conditions.

Local Challenges and Operational Needs

During discussions, several practical issues became clear:

• High dependence on manual labor and inconsistent working efficiency

• Limited warehouse space and poor material compaction

• High transportation cost per ton due to low container utilization

• Need for simple operation, suitable for local operators with limited technical training

In addition, the customer required equipment that could run continuously with stable hydraulic performance and easy maintenance.

Solution: Y82-125 Horizontal Waste Paper Baler

After comparing different options, the customer selected the Y82-125 Waste Paper Baler with automatic belting.

The horizontal design allows continuous feeding, either manually or with a conveyor, which fits well with local sorting processes. With a 1250kN pressing force, loose waste paper is compressed into dense bales sized at 1000×1100mm, with bale weights ranging from 700 to 1150kg.

As a Compact Waste Baling Machine, the Y82-125 helps the customer save space and organize storage more efficiently. The PLC control system and push-button operation reduce dependence on skilled labor, while automatic belting improves safety and consistency.

With a capacity of 6.0–8.4 tons per hour, the machine meets daily production needs without excessive power consumption, making it suitable for long-term operation.

Why the Customer Chose Our Company

In African markets, supplier credibility and after-sales support are critical factors.

Our company has more than 40 years of manufacturing experience in recycling equipment, with our own factory and engineering team. Before production, our engineers adjusted the baler configuration based on local material conditions, bale weight requirements, and transport methods.

This practical customization ensured the Waste Management Compactor could be integrated into the customer’s existing workflow smoothly, without complex installation or high additional cost.

We also provided clear manuals, remote technical guidance, and a one-year warranty with lifelong maintenance support, which helped the customer reduce long-term operational risk.

Results and Customer Feedback

After the Y82-125 was put into operation, the customer reported:

• Reduced labor intensity and more stable daily output

• Improved storage management with uniform, high-density bales

• Lower transport cost per ton due to better container loading

• Reliable performance with minimal maintenance issues

The customer viewed the machine not only as High Capacity Baler Machinery, but as a practical investment supporting business growth in the local recycling market.

Conclusion

This African project shows how the right Waste Baler can directly improve recycling efficiency and logistics performance. By combining suitable equipment design, local-condition customization, and long-term service support, recycling businesses can achieve sustainable and cost-effective operations.