Retail & Supermarket Waste Balers & Compactors
Shrink waste. Save space. Save money – without compromising day‑to‑day store operations.
Every pallet that rolls over your threshold brings packaging that eats up time, labour and precious floor space. The introduction of the Simpler Recycling legislation in March 2025 has meant that businesses can no longer mix all their waste streams into one bin or skip.
Recyclable waste such as cardboard, plastic and tins cans must now be separated from general waste, so more bins and skips are needed, taking up more space.
In retail, every pallet is typically wrapped in shrink wrap, which whilst not weighing much, has a tendency to take up space which could be used more effectively. A baling machine can compact shrink wrap to a 10:1 compaction ratio, producing small, easy to manage bales that can generate revenue.
Kenburn’s balers and compactors help UK retailers – from single‑site convenience stores to large multisite supermarket groups – turn bulky waste into neat, commodity‑grade bales ready for collection and rebate.
Book a Free on-site Waste Assessment today and discover how you could reduce costs, drive new recycling revenue and support your sustainability roadmap.
Average Payback
12‑18 months
Nationwide Service &
Maintenance
Trusted
Since 1987
Why Retailers Choose Kenburn’s
Balers & Compactors
Kenburn machines are engineered for the tempo of modern retail logistics. Below are the six reasons supermarket
FM and ESG managers invite us onto site time and again
- Up to 90% volume reduction
From OCC (old corrugated cardboard) to LDPE pallet wrap, our press forces of 4-50 tonnes flatten bulky packaging into stack-ready bales that free up aisles, stockrooms and loading docks.
- Fits in cramped back-of-house space
Starting from just 1 m² footprint, even city‑centre convenience stores can reclaim space for revenue‑generating stock by using a small vertical baler.
- Flexible rental, lease or purchase finance
OPEX or CAPEX; you choose. Our rental plans come with the option of preventative maintenance built‑in.
- Recycling rebate guidance & brokerage
We can connect you with UK paper mills and plastic re‑processors so your waste stream becomes a monthly revenue line.
Testimonials
Typical Waste Streams in Retail
| Material | Daily Challenge | Recommended Kenburn Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Cardboard (OCC | High box turnover after every delivery | Vertical waste baler or semi-automatic horizontal baler |
| LDPE shrink-wrap & pallet film | Lightweight yet voluminous; quickly fills 1100 L wheelie bins | Vertical baler |
| Non food general waste | Static or portable compactor | |
| Food & general waste | Odour control & pest risk | Sealed portable compactor |
| Pallets, WEEE, polystyrene, hard plastics | Irregular bulky items | Jumbo Rollpacker |
Waste Balers and Compactors -
Benefits for Sustainability
Retailers face increasing pressure from shareholders and regulators to prove tangible progress toward zero-waste goals. Baling is a high-impact, low-cost intervention that ticks multiple boxes:
- Cost Reduction
- Scope 3 carbon reduction
Fewer waste collections mean fewer diesel truck miles – translating into measurable CO₂e savings you can report under SECR guidelines.
- Closed-loop packaging
Cardboard and LDPE baled at source retain higher fiber quality, making it easier for suppliers to incorporate recycled content back into primary packaging.
- WRAP & BRCGS alignment
Kenburn solutions help you satisfy UK Plastic Pact KPIs and global food-safety standards by keeping waste areas cleaner and more segregated.
Regulatory Waste Compliance for
UK Retailers
Health & Safety and environmental rules around waste handling are tightening. Kenburn equipment is
designed to keep you a step ahead:
CE or UKCA marked and conforming to BS EN 16500 baler safety standard.
Interlocked doors, emergency-stop circuitry and low-noise hydraulics reduce workplace risk and satisfy HSA and insurer audits.
Recommended Waste Baling and Compacting Machines for Supermarkets
Vertical Balers
50 t press force; produces 450 500 kg mill‑spec bales accepted by UK virgin‑fibre mills.
Portable Waste Compactors
20 cubic metre sealed containers with 3:1 compaction ratio; eliminates vermin, odour and leakage.
Semi‑Automatic Horizontal Balers
Suited to regional distribution centers processing 10 t+ of packaging waste per week.
Static Waste Compactors
Use with a 30 cubic meter skip where large volumes of non food general waste are generated.
FAQs (Retail Balers & Compactors)
Most mid‑size supermarkets producing 5–8 t of cardboard per week choose a 50 t vertical baler, which outputs 500 kg mill‑ready bales.
Stock machines can typically be delivered and commissioned within 7 working days of order confirmation.
For best rebate values you should bale them separately. Our Balex range of balers come with two modes of operation as standard, allowing you to switch between the two which can be optimised for two different waste streams.
Yes – Kenburn machines carry CE and UKCA marks and include interlocked doors, emergency stop buttons and compliant electrical panels.
Yes, we provide operator training when we install your machine. Training for new staff and refresher training can also be supplied.
A simple 30‑point service visit every 6 or 12 months (depending on duty cycle) keeps hydraulics and electrics in peak condition.
Helping National Retailers
Our Waste Balers and Compactors help retailers like Primark, Next and Decathlon reduce their waste disposal costs significantly while also improving operational efficiency. By minimising the volume of waste and optimising disposal processes, retailers can reduce collection frequency, lower transportation costs, and free up valuable storage space.
How It Works
Free Site Audit
We analyse waste types, volumes
and space constraints.
Proposal &
Recommended Model
Machine recommendations
alongside purchase, hiring or
financing options
Install & Train
Delivery, positioning,
commissioning and staff
certification
After Care
Planned maintenance, remote
monitoring and emergency
call‑outs.
Ready to Cut Waste & Costs?
Call today on 01727 844988 to speak directly with our retail waste specialists.
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