Ecuador: ENERPAT Lid Style Iron Scrap Baler Installed

From Google Search to On-Site Success: An Ecuador Scrap Recycling Case Study

When an Ecuadorian scrap metal recycler searched Google for “Iron Scrap Baler”, they were facing a common but urgent challenge in the local recycling market: large volumes of mixed-size iron scrap that were costly and inefficient to transport. Loose scrap iron occupied excessive space, increased logistics expenses, and reduced downstream resale value.

After discovering ENERPAT online, the customer left a simple but decisive inquiry: “I am interested in an Iron Scrap Baler.” What followed was a fast, professional, and highly transparent collaboration that quickly turned interest into a successful installation.

Customer Pain Points: Why an Iron Scrap Baler Was Critical

From the customer’s perspective, the core challenges were clear:

• Scrap iron came in irregular sizes and shapes, difficult to stack or ship efficiently

• Transportation costs were rising due to low bulk density

• Downstream buyers demanded uniform, high-density bales for easier handling and melting

• Manual or low-capacity equipment could not keep up with growing scrap volumes

The customer needed a reliable hydraulic metal baler capable of compressing iron scrap into dense, standardized bales — quickly, safely, and consistently.

Why the Customer Trusted ENERPAT

To ensure the solution fully matched real operating conditions, ENERPAT invited the customer to:

• Visit our U.S. warehouse

• Test their own scrap iron material on-site using our machines

• Tour local American recycling facilities already operating ENERPAT balers

• Speak face-to-face with existing U.S. customers and receive authentic feedback

This hands-on verification eliminated uncertainty. Seeing the Iron Scrap Baler running under real workloads — and hearing direct confirmation from other recyclers — allowed the Ecuadorian customer to make a confident decision in a very short time.

Recommended Solution: ENERPAT AMB-L2014-250 Lid Style Iron Scrap Baler

Based on material type, output expectations, and transport goals, ENERPAT recommended the AMB-L2014-250 Lid Style Iron Scrap Baler — a heavy-duty iron scrap baling press designed for demanding recycling operations.

This solution quickly solved the customer's transportation bottleneck while improving scrap resale value, helping them stabilize and grow their business.

AMB-L2014-250 Scrap Baling Press – Technical Specifications

• Model: AMB-L2014-250

• Pressing Force: 250 tons

• Feeding Chamber Size: 2000 × 1400 × 900 mm

• Bale Size: 500 × 500 mm

• Power Configuration: 22 kW × 6 units

• Operating Principle: Hydraulic cold compression (no binders, no heat)

This hydraulic metal baler uses a robust lid-style structure, delivering high stability, long service life, and consistent bale density — ideal for iron scrap, steel scrap, and mixed ferrous materials.

How the Lid Style Iron Scrap Baler Works

1. Material Feeding – Scrap iron is loaded into the chamber by forklift or tipping system

2. Hydraulic Compression – Powerful cylinders compress the scrap into a dense, uniform bale

3. Automatic Bale Ejection – Finished bales are pushed out automatically through the discharge door

The lid-style design ensures even pressure distribution, making it especially effective for high-hardness and large-volume iron scrap.

Materials Suitable for the ENERPAT Iron Scrap Baler

The AMB-L2014-250 and other ENERPAT scrap metal balers for sale in Ecuador can process:

• Scrap iron and light steel scrap

• Appliance housings (refrigerators, washing machines)

• Auto body panels, doors, and hoods

• Aluminum sheets and profiles

• Stainless steel offcuts and mixed metal scrap

After baling, materials occupy significantly less space, are easier to store and transport, and achieve higher furnace efficiency for downstream buyers.

Proven Performance: Global ENERPAT Scrap Baling References

North America Recycling Facility

• Materials: Aluminum cans, iron scrap

• Capacity: 15 tons/hour

North America Furniture Industry

• Materials: Metal springs

• Capacity: 12 tons/hour

China Hardware Manufacturing Plant

• Materials: Stringy aluminum chips

• Capacity: 5 tons/hour

These projects demonstrate the versatility and reliability of ENERPAT iron scrap baling presses across different industries and regions.

Ecuador Market Insight: Why Demand for Iron Scrap Balers Is Growing

Urban waste collection increased from approximately 12,600 tons/day (2020) to 14,394 tons/day in 2022, indicating expanding recyclable material streams.

• Around 45% of municipal waste is inorganic, including metals and recoverable materials

• Ecuador generated approximately 108,000 tons of e-waste in 2022, much of which contains recoverable iron and steel

• Scrap iron and metal residues are actively traded domestically and exported, making bale density and logistics efficiency critical

These trends point to a growing need for industrial iron scrap balers that support large-scale, compliant recycling operations.

Policy & Future Outlook in Ecuador

Ecuador is gradually strengthening:

• Integrated solid waste management programs

• Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) frameworks

• Formal recycling and material traceability requirements

As policies move toward stricter enforcement, recyclers equipped with hydraulic scrap balers will gain clear advantages in compliance, operational efficiency, and profitability. Over the next 5–10 years, demand for professional scrap baling equipment is expected to accelerate, particularly in Guayaquil, Quito, and Cuenca.

Become Part of ENERPAT's Ecuador Reference Network

This project not only solved an urgent operational problem for the customer, but also established the site as one of ENERPAT's reference installations in Ecuador. New customers are welcome to schedule visits to see the machine running under real conditions.

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Contact ENERPAT for a Customized Scrap Baling Solution

Whether you are handling iron scrap, mixed metal scrap, or industrial recycling streams, ENERPAT can help you design the right solution.

Contact us today to receive a tailored layout, pricing proposal, or to book a site visit and live machine demonstration. Our global experience and local support ensure fast deployment and long-term reliability for your recycling operation.

Call us today! +1(909)-996-3687

Email: info@enerpatrecycling.com