Komar’s equipment is engineered to overcome the unique challenges of foam materials. Our solutions process large volumes of foam into manageable quantities which reduces cost, improves storage, and opens doors to recycling markets.
A robust solution for foam blocks and molded packaging. Komar auger systems apply high torque to shear and compact foam without the need for shredding or grinding.
When foam is part of a broader waste stream, Komar stationary compactors help contain it efficiently with other dry materials.
For high-volume operations or mixed material streams, horizontal balers compress foam materials into dense, uniform bales. Ideal for distribution centers and recycling facilities that require automation and continuous throughput.
(e.g.: Peanuts, Sheet Foam, Cutoffs)
(e.g.: Rigid Boards, Trim Waste)
(e.g.: Extruded Polystyrene)
Note: Certain types of foam, e.g. EPS, XPS, or styrofoam are best when mixed with other waste streams. When processing alone, a densifier is recommended instead of a compaction solution. While Komar does not manufacture densifiers, we can source and integrate one as part of your complete system. Contact us to learn more.
Recyclers of foam materials typically work with clean, uncontaminated foam streams—often from manufacturing, electronics, or appliance packaging. These operations require equipment to compress foam for transport to reprocessors.
Komar auger compactors and horizontal balers are ideal for this step, and if your process calls for a densifier, we can source one as part of your integrated system.
Key Consideration: Clean foam = recyclable. Understanding your material stream ensures the right system investment.
Disposal streams often include foam contaminated with labels, adhesives, or food residue—making recycling impractical. In these cases, the priority is volume reduction for cost-effective and compliant disposal. Komar’s stationary compactors provide a reliable solution for compacting contaminated foam waste.
Key Consideration: Contaminated foam = compact and dispose. Knowing your material stream ensures the correct system investment.
Note: Certain types of foam, e.g. EPS, XPS, or styrofoam are best when mixed with other waste streams. When processing alone, a densifier is recommended instead of a compaction solution. While Komar does not manufacture densifiers, we can source and integrate one as part of your complete system. Contact us to learn more.
Foam materials may be lightweight, but its operational and environmental challenges are significant. At Komar Industries, we apply engineering discipline to solve the foam problem—efficiently, sustainably, and with long-term value in mind.
Whether you need an auger compactor, horizontal baler, or a complete integrated system, we’ll help you choose the right solution.
Contact Komar today to schedule a waste audit or explore the right EPS solution for your facility.
Not all foam waste is the same—and neither are the solutions. If your material type isn’t listed, contact us for a free evaluation. Our team will assess your waste stream and recommend the right equipment solution tailored to your operation.
If your application requires a densifier or other equipment instead of a compactor or baler, we can source and integrate one as part of your complete system solution.
Achieve up to a 90:1 compaction ratio, depending on material and system type. Turn bulky foam materials into dense blocks or bales for easier handling and storage.
Compacting foam minimizes empty space in containers, reducing pickups and cutting transport costs significantly.
Clean, compacted foam can be sold to recyclers and processors for re-manufacturing into picture frames, molding, and other products.
Loose foam is disruptive, prone to blowing around, and difficult to manage. Compaction improves housekeeping, safety, and operational efficiency.
With more states and municipalities banning foam landfill disposal, having a compaction system or densifier in place ensures compliance and strengthens sustainability credentials.
Ideal for industrial or distribution settings, this system uses a powerful screw mechanism to pre-crush and compact high volumes of foam materials continuously.
Reduce hauling frequency and optimize waste volume with this fixed-position unit that compresses waste into a connected container.
Ideal for distribution centers and manufacturing facilities handling foam materials and mixed recyclables. This closed-door manual tie baler delivers dense, uniform bales and reliable performance for operations with moderate volumes and occasional material changes.
“We estimate that the Komar Auger has saved us 1,300 hours of labor per year, has reduced our hauling cost by two-thirds, and has given La-Z-Boy a safer process and more floor space.”
Troy Kvingedal, Facilities Supervisor, La-Z-Boy
“Since installing our Komar Auger from Komar, we have improved our operations tremendously. The auger units have reduced labor from six people down to one person, who oversees the conveyor lines and compactors. We have gone from a 2-ton payload to a 10-ton-plus payload, per 40-yard container, reducing our annual pull charges by over 75%. We have less downtime and have eliminated jams due to the slow operation of the old compactors. Best of all, we had less than a one-year return on investment.”
John Hefty, Operations Manager, GameStop
“Since we started using the Komar Auger, our yard is clean, the open tops are gone, and we’re spending a lot less on waste hauling.”
Dave McCarl, Facilities Supervisor, Traco
Because it’s 95–98% air. You’re essentially paying to transport volume, not weight. Compaction changes that equation.
Cold densifiers compress foam mechanically, while heat-assisted systems partially melt foam into dense ingots. Choice depends on end-market and processing needs.
Our auger systems apply consistent shearing force, making them effective at breaking down and compacting rigid foam without jamming.
Any facility generating more than a few pallets of foam per week—such as appliance distributors, electronics warehouses, furniture manufacturers, or others—can benefit significantly.
Yes. Compacted foam is recyclable and marketable, provided it’s clean and free from contaminants like food waste or adhesives.
Yes, one machine can handle mixed waste. However, optimal results come from dedicated systems. We often recommend separating foam and densifying it for maximum value recovery.
For high-volume generators, ROI is typically 12–18 months due to reduced hauling and potential recycling revenue.
Schedule a consultation with a Komar sales representative. We’ll help you determine the best solution by conducting site audits and waste stream evaluations to match you with the right equipment and configuration.
Yes. Our team engineers solutions that integrate seamlessly with your facility’s material-handling workflow.
We are a waste solutions company. With a wide array of application-specific models and advanced engineering capabilities, we look forward to guiding you to the best solution for the job.
Schedule a free waste stream evaluation to identify the right equipment and processes for your space, waste types, and volume.