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A: A Mil-tek consultant will guide you in making this decision. What you need to know is the approximate amount of e.g. cardboard you generate every day, in what stream and in what sizes it comes. In addition to this you should know how much space you have available for a machine. This basic information combined with your business set-up forms the basis for evaluating which model machine you need.
A: Your internal working processes and the data available on your waste streams will provide you with that answer. Together with Mil-tek, we will ensure you find the optimal spot in your workplace.
A: Yes it is. Mil-tek balers have smaller footprints than most baling and compacting machines, making them ideal for indoor installation. What's key is that the machine be placed close to the source of waste for efficient disposal.
If you opt to place your machine it should be under a roof or some form of cover as cold and wet weather conditions can influence the performance of the machine over time.
A: Mil-tek balers are pneumatic, so no electrical power is needed to power the machines directly. If you already have an existing airline you can simply plug into this. If you do not have an airline, a supplied compressor requires a standard AC outlet i.e. not a 3-phase.
A: As they are air-powered rather than hydraulic, Mil-tek balers and compactors are extremely quiet - less than 70 dB (A).
A: It is recommended that you have your baler serviced on an annual basis in order to ensure it is operating correctly and safely. Balers serviced annually by Mil-tek technicians will often last well beyond an estimated 10 year lifespan.
A: Mil-tek balers are designed with simplicity and user safety at the forefront. An qualified Mil-tek technician will train a key staff member so that he or she understands how the baler works, and ensure that they can in turn train other staff members. The training is simple and quick and means staff of all levels can safely operate a Mil-tek baler.
A: Yes, Mil-tek has a rental and service programs, allowing you to rent a baler on a flexible basis. for more information, click here.
A: A useful trick is to empty your baler first thing in the morning. By leaving the waste to compact overnight, a baler will use pneumatic technology to slowly press out any remaining air, without using further energy. This low energy, constant pressure technology is unique to pneumatic machines.
A: Mil-tek will assist in finding a local recycler to collect your cardboard and plastic bales.
A: Standard and HD are similar in size and carbon footprint, but the HD (Heavy Duty)handles higher volumes and produces denser bales. What's worth understanding is the approximate amount of cardboard or plastic waste you generate on a daily basis. This basic information combined with your business set-up forms the basis for evaluating which model machine is most suitable.
A: Yes, you can, although we for obvious reasons we do not recommend youdo bothat the same time. If you have a steady mix of both, Mil-tek also supplies a Plastic Bag Stand allowing you to store plastic neatlywhile you build a cardboard bale, or vice versa. Once you are ready, you can then make a plastic bale. You can buy Plastic Bag Stands here.
A: Yes, you can. The Mil-tek X-Press is air-powered, meaning that not only is there no risk of contamination from oil, it is also extremely quiet. As there can be local rules and legislation on this topic, always discuss with you Mil-tek consultant, as he will let you know what is possible.
A: The X-Press Compactor range of machines are designed to neatly replace a standard drum-size waste container. This is mounted on a wheeled trolley facilitating simple changing and transport.
A: Yes, it can, but with a compaction rate of 10:1, it is likely that you will have significantly fewer collections and/or landfill trips.
A: Each XP compactor has unique features that make it suitable for different working environments. The XP100S has an extremely small footprint and is stainless steel, so can easily be installed in tight, compact locations.
The XP200 and XP200S are larger in size and volume, with the S-model (stainless steel) being more suited to hygienic environments.
The XP300 sits on a fixed frame, making it more ideal for unstable (e.g. offshore) environments.
A: EPS6 is approximately 98% air. The Mil-tek EPS compactor shreds the polystyrene into fine grains. These are then melted to remove the air and significantly reduce the size. The EPS is then compacted in dense, manageable briquettes.
A: Yes, you can. Dense, compacted polystyrene can be recycled into almost any plastic based product: mobile phones, speakers, televisions, DVDs etc. It is much cheaper than manufacturing 'new' plastic, making it a popular commodity.
A: EPS6 is the most popular and most commonly used for of polystyrene, and the only kind of polystyrene that can be recycled in a Mil-tek EPS compactor. All packaging should be clearly marked so if you are in doubt, just ask.
A: Mil-tek consultant will guide you in making this decision. The EPS1000 Polystyrene Compactor and EPS 1800 are different in size and carbon footprint, - the EPS1800 is designed to handle higher volumes of EPS and run continuously throughout the day.
A: Expanded polystyrene (EPS) is inert and does not de-compose; once it enters landfill it will stay there forever. By compacting and recycling polystyrene, you can reduce your existing waste costs by up to 80%, by avoiding unnecessary transport costs and reducing bins and lifts required. You can also generate money by doing this as polystyrene is a great waste source that can be recycled with great success.
A: Ask someone who knows: Mil-tek assist companies all over the world in doing exactly this, and your consultant will ensure you find a local recycler willing to take this off your hands for a reasonable price.
A: All Mil-tek machines are coated with a high quality, anti-corrosion powdered enamel finish to protect the surfaces. For customers with specialist requirements, Mil-tek also supplies a stainless steel version of the Can Crusher.
A: All kinds - tins, cans, paint cans, oil drums, and all kinds of hazardous and non/hazardous containers except pressurised aerosol cans.
A: Ask someone who knows: Mil-tek assist companies all over the world in doing exactly this, and your consultant will ensure you find a local recycler willing to take this off your hands for a reasonable price.
A: Yes we do. Our baler banding is manufactured on site at Mil-tek HQ in Denmark. It allows us to stictly control quality as well as providing the most competitive price.
A Confidently. If you can find equivalent banding cheaper, we'll happily match it.
A: Consult the specifications on the webshop page to ensure you're using the correct size.
A: Lots. A safety knife for banding, heavy duty plastic bags, bag stands, as well as accessories for waste compactors. Click here to browse the range of products you can use to enhance your baler
A: All Mil-tek machines are pneumatic (air-powered) rather than hydraulic. For this you will need a supply of compressed air. Many organisations have one of these, and if that is the case then your baler or compactor can be powered from this directly.
A: Mil-tek has spent years figuring out this question so that you don't have to. We have established partnerships with leading manufacturers of compressors to offer a range of options that have been developed specifically for Mil-tek balers and compactors.
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