Singapore: ENERPAT Horizontal Cardboard Compactor and Baler Installed

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In late 2024, ENERPAT successfully delivered and commissioned a Horizontal Cardboard Compactor and Baler for a packaging company in Singapore—marking another milestone in Southeast Asia's rapidly growing recycling and waste-handling sector.

The customer, a long-established packaging manufacturer, faced escalating challenges: rising labor costs, low processing efficiency, expanding volumes of scrap cardboard and corrugated boxes, and limited space due to bulky soft-plastic packaging waste. Their team handled all waste manually, but with waste streams exceeding 2.5 tons per hour, manual sorting and compaction could no longer keep up.

After searching Google for “cardboard compactor and baler”, the customer connected with ENERPAT and requested an urgent, fully automated solution that could stabilize output, reduce labor dependency, and prepare consistent bales for downstream recyclers.

Today, this Singapore facility has become a live demonstration site, and potential buyers can schedule an on-site visit to watch the machine running in real production.

Customer Pain Points: Why Automation Became Essential

From the customer's perspective, the decision to upgrade was driven by three operational bottlenecks:

1. Excessive space occupied by scrap packaging waste

Loose corrugated cardboard, carton boxes, and soft plastic packaging accumulated quickly, consuming valuable floor area and disrupting workflow.

2. High labor cost & low processing efficiency

Singapore's labor market is expensive. Manual folding, sorting, and compacting created workflow delays and inconsistent bale quality.

3. Increasing monthly waste generation

With rising order volumes, the facility generated several tons of packaging waste each month. Efficient compaction became essential to avoid repeated waste pick-ups and inflated disposal fees.

The ENERPAT Horizontal Cardboard Compactor and Baler was selected to solve all three issues simultaneously—compressing bulky packaging waste into dense, uniform bales for easier storage, transport, and resale.

Why the Customer Chose ENERPAT's HBA40-7272 Model

To match the customer's 2.5-ton/hour requirement and mixed-material waste stream, ENERPAT recommended the HBA40-7272 plastic press machine, one of our best-selling fully automatic balers for cardboard and soft plastics.

HBA40-7272 Technical Specifications

Bale Size: 720 × 720 × L (mm)
Bale Weight: 200–500 kg
Press Force: 40 tons
Motor Power: 22 kW
Machine Size: 6770 × 3050 × 3580 (mm)
Output: 1–3 tons/hour
Operation: Fully Automatic

This model integrates seamlessly into packaging and logistics environments, providing stable throughput and a reliable bale density that meets recycling-market requirements.

HBA40-7272 plastic press machine

System Advantages: Built for High-Volume Singapore Operations

1. Plug-and-play integrated frame

The entire Horizontal Cardboard Compactor and Baler adopts a one-piece structural design. Once placed and connected to power, it enters full operation instantly—perfect for Singapore facilities needing fast deployment.

2. Three-way compression for superior bale formation

Three hydraulic cylinders work in coordinated motion
Side compression automatically adjusts to main ram pressure
Ensures tight bale edges and excellent bale integrity

3. Premium components for long-term durability

German auto-tie system for consistent, secure wire binding
High-strength quenched steel wire, corrosion-resistant
Hallite (UK) cylinder seals for extended system life
Cartridge-type hydraulic valve blocks for fast response

4. Intelligent Siemens/Schneider PLC control

Touchscreen operation
Real-time monitoring of temperature, current, and cycle time
Automatic alarms for easier maintenance
Programmable compression & feeding cycles for different waste types

5. Proven performance worldwide

From China's BMW factories to major Asian printing companies, ENERPAT's fully automatic balers have earned a reputation for reliability—zero complaint record to date.

Singapore Market Insight: Why Demand is Rising Rapidly

Singapore's waste landscape is undergoing structural changes. Three strong forces are accelerating adoption of automated baling systems:

1. Massive paper and cardboard waste volumes

According to the National Environment Agency (NEA), Singapore generated 1,251,000 tons of paper and cardboard waste in 2023, one of the largest recoverable waste streams in the country. Companies handling packaging materials are under pressure to process this efficiently.

2. Surging e-commerce packaging waste

Government data shows Singapore handles ~186,000 parcels per day, generating tens of thousands of tons of cardboard boxes and soft packaging material annually. Logistics centers, 3PLs, and distribution hubs urgently need high-throughput horizontal cardboard baler solutions.

3. Strong policy push: MPR & upcoming Packaging EPR

Key regulatory drivers include:

Mandatory Packaging Reporting (MPR)
Resource Sustainability Act (RSA)
Zero Waste Masterplan requirements
Packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) by 2025

These frameworks require large businesses to monitor, reduce, and responsibly handle packaging waste—making automated balers a cost-effective compliance tool.

horizontal cardboard baler

Future Outlook: Companies Should Act Before Costs Rise Further

Demand for ENERPAT cardboard compactor and baler Singapore solutions is expected to grow across the next decade:

Short Term (2024–2025)

Businesses rush to prepare for EPR. Packaging, logistics, warehouse, and retail chains prioritize investment in reliable waste-handling equipment.

Mid Term (2026–2028)

Automation becomes standard. Companies that delay now will face higher processing costs and potential non-compliance penalties.

Long Term (2029+)

Singapore's recycling infrastructure will shift toward integrated systems (sorting + baling + automated logistics). Early adopters will benefit from lower lifetime operating costs and stronger ESG alignment.

If You Are Interested in This Model

Please click below to view the full product details for the HBA40-7272 plastic press machine.

Model Comparison Table (ENERPAT HBA Series)

Model	Bale Size (mm)	Bale Weight (kg)	Motor Power (kW)	Press Force (t)	Machine Size (mm)
HBA-30-5050	500×500×L	40–70	11	30	5300×2600×1750
HBA-40-7272	720×720×L	200–500	22	40	6770×3050×3580
HBA-60-11075	1100×750×L	400–700	22	60	6880×3850×3550
HBA-80-11075	1100×750×L	600–900	37	80	6880×3850×3550
HBA-100-110110	1100×1100×L	800–1100	45	100	8560×3950×4550
HBA-120-110125	1100×1250×L	900–1200	55	120	9250×4150×4850
HBA-150-110125	1100×1250×L	1100–1300	90	150	10050×4100×4910
HBA-200-110125	1100×1250×L	1250–1350	110	200	10050×4100×4910

Contact Us for Layout Design, Quotation & On-Site Visit

If your business handles cardboard, packaging waste, or soft plastics and you need a Horizontal Cardboard Compactor and Baler that delivers stable output and long-term reliability, ENERPAT is ready to assist.

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