Sandra Wärenhed | 2025-10-15
October is recognized in many regions as Circular Economy Month, a time to spotlight innovative ways to reduce waste, conserve resources, and rethink how we handle everyday materials. Instead of the traditional “take, make, dispose” approach, the circular economy emphasizes keeping products and materials in use for as long as possible through reuse, repair, and recycling. It’s about designing systems that transform what we once called “waste” into valuable resources.
One practical way organizations can embrace this approach is by creating a circular waste station—sometimes called a circularity center. These hubs serve as the heart of internal recycling efforts, where materials are sorted, compacted, and prepared for reuse or recycling. The result is less landfill waste and a more efficient recovery process. This post explores how multi-chamber balers support these stations, providing a structured and scalable way to manage diverse material streams.
Planning Your Hub
A successful recycling hub starts with a waste audit. Understanding what materials your organization produces—and in what quantities—helps you design an efficient system and select the right equipment.
Here’s how to build a strong foundation:
- Plan the layout. Place recycling stations where waste is generated most often—production floors, or shipping areas—to make sorting simple and intuitive.
- Select the right equipment. Multi-chamber balers and compactors can handle multiple materials simultaneously, separating cardboard, plastics, and paper efficiently while saving space.
- Engage your team. Even the best system depends on proper use. Provide clear signage, straightforward instructions, and hands-on training to ensure consistent participation.
Together, these steps create a recycling hub that is efficient, practical, and easy to maintain.
Let Orwak Take the Wheel: Driving Efficiency in Circular Waste & Recycling Management
In the modern age of sustainability, efficient waste handling is no longer just a box to check—it’s a vital component of responsible business operations. The transition from traditional disposal to a circular waste management system requires smart equipment that not only compacts materials but transforms them into valuable resources ready for reuse.
At the heart of this transformation are the Orwak Multi Chamber balers, these machines are designed to do more than just compress material. They act as the engine of an efficient circular recycling station, seamlessly integrating into any sorting and recycling process. The result? Dense, transport-ready bales that save space, reduce hauling costs, and keep valuable materials circulating within production cycles.
The Multi 5070 single phase powered unit allows operators to manage multiple recycling streams such as cardboard, plastic film, and paper. This is the perfect solution for those that generate small to medium amounts of material.
For businesses dealing with larger volumes of recyclable commodities, we have 2 solutions.
The Orwak Multi 5070-HDC which delivers a 10-ton press force and cross-binding capability, it can handle rigid plastics, metal cans, OCC and plastic film with ease. This extra strength ensures even challenging materials stay within the circular economy—avoiding landfill and supporting your organization’s sustainability goals.
The Orwak Multi 9020 is our largest multi chamber baler, this is ideal for distribution centers, manufacturing facilities or any facility that handles large amounts of OCC, plastic film or other types of recyclable materials.
By choosing Orwak, you’re not just investing in a machine—you’re investing in a smarter, cleaner, and more sustainable future. Let Orwak take the wheel and turn your waste management strategy into a model of circular efficiency.
Organizing Your Waste Streams
Efficient organization turns a recycling hub into a long-term sustainability asset. Key considerations include:
- Sorting waste at the source. Identify your major material types—such as cardboard, plastic wrap, PET bottles, or aluminum—and set up clearly labeled stations with photo-based signage to reduce contamination.
- Compacting to save space. Use vertical balers for moderate volumes, horizontal units for large-scale operations, and in-bin or in-bag compactors for general waste. Position them close to where materials are generated to minimize internal transport.
- Simplifying logistics. Automating collection with AGVs or using ergonomic aids like bin lifters saves time and prevents strain. Ongoing training and recognition programs keep staff engaged.
- Tracking and optimizing. Conduct regular waste audits, sell compacted recyclables, and reduce hauling costs through fewer pickups. Keep equipment maintained and update systems as material streams evolve.
Update to Upgrade
Building a circular waste station is about more than waste reduction—it’s about creating a closed-loop system where resources circulate continuously. Through thoughtful planning, the right equipment, and staff engagement, organizations can turn diverse waste streams into compact, valuable materials ready for recycling.
As your operations grow, your recycling infrastructure can grow with you. With Orwak Multi-Chamber Balers, your facility can minimize environmental impact, cut handling costs, and turn waste management into a true driver of sustainability.
Contact us for more information on how Orwak’s balers can enhance your recycling efforts.