In June 2026, the ENERPAT team conducted an on-site service visit to a scrap metal recycling facility in Columbus, Ohio. The visit was led by ENERPAT’s COO and sales manager, focusing on understanding the customer’s operational challenges and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency.
The customer operates a well-established scrap metal recycling business, primarily handling aluminum profiles and non-ferrous materials.
Existing Equipment & Operation
During the visit, it was observed that the facility is currently running multiple vertical balers (over six units) for processing aluminum scrap.
While the existing setup is functional, the operation relies heavily on manual feeding, which limits throughput and increases labor intensity.
Key Challenges Identified
After a full walkthrough and discussion with the customer, several key issues were identified:
1. Low Feeding Efficiency
Large volumes of aluminum profiles were stockpiled in front of the balers. Workers manually loaded materials into the chamber, resulting in:
Slow processing speed
High labor dependency
Inefficient workflow
2. Non-Operational Wire Stripping Machines
The customer previously purchased two wire stripping machines from another supplier, but both units are currently not operational. This has affected their ability to process copper cables effectively.
Provide a reliable and suitable wire stripping machine model tailored to the customer’s material mix.
✔ Equipment Repair Support
Offer on-site technical service to repair the existing copper wire granulator, helping the customer restore production capacity quickly.
What is a Closed Door Horizontal Baler?
The ENERPAT Closed Door Horizontal Baler is a heavy-duty, high-efficiency waste management solution designed to process large volumes of recyclable materials, including paper, cardboard, and plastics. Engineered with an all-in-one heavy steel frame to reduce installation costs and extend service life, this system delivers exceptionally dense, stable, and highly stackable bales.
Key features that maximize your processing efficiency and operational safety include:
Premium European-Designed Hydraulics: Powered by international top-brand motors, pumps, and valves, and equipped with a dedicated air-conditioner cooling system built for continuous, 24/7 heavy-duty operations.
Advanced Control & Automation: Integrates a SIEMENS PLC and SCHNEIDER electric system for precise automatic compression, while utilizing manual bale tying to provide full flexibility over varying material densities.
Comprehensive Safety Systems: Built to full European CE certification standards, featuring comprehensive overload protection and immediate-response emergency stop systems to safeguard both your operators and your investment.
By upgrading to this closed-door hydraulic system, facilities can significantly optimize their workspace, minimize storage footprint, and transition into a more cost-effective, streamlined recycling operation.
Next Steps
To proceed with the solution design and implementation, the following actions were agreed:
1. Customer to provide workshop layout and dimensions
2. ENERPAT to deliver:
Equipment quotation
Technical proposal
Layout drawings
3. Schedule a follow-up visit for equipment inspection and repair
Service Commitment
At ENERPAT, we believe that delivering equipment is only the beginning. Through continuous on-site service, technical support, and process optimization, we help our customers improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and maximize return on investment.
This visit is one of many examples of ENERPAT’s global after-sales service commitment across the recycling industry.
Enerpat is a global company specializing in waste-recycling and disposal solutions, with a mission to help customers build a better, more sustainable world. We are a leading global provider for municipal and industrial clients, helping them recycle and dispose of waste, reduce costs and consumption, and create more value.
We focus on sorters, shredders, balers, shears, and disposal equipment for a wide range of recycling needs. Enerpat believes that “Quality Transform The World.” We deliver the industry’s highest levels of quality and service. Choosing Enerpat means choosing trust and value.
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