Different plastics behave differently under pressure. That’s exactly why we’ve built a diverse, purpose-designed equipment lineup that handles a wide range of plastic types with precision and staying power.
Heavy-duty compression equipment for recycling operations. Transforms soft plastics and shrink-wrap into compact, dense bales
Reliable workhorses for mid-volume operations. They manage soft plastics, stretch film, and packaging waste.
Built for dry, bulky plastics like super sacks and rigid packaging. Perfect for distribution centers and manufacturing sites everywhere.
Engineered for mixed plastic waste streams that might have food residue or moisture hanging around.
Tiny footprint, massive efficiency. You can install them right where soft plastic waste happens: retail floors, logistics hubs, tight spaces that still demand big results.
Purpose-built for PET bottles and rigid plastic containers. Komar EPC units crush and remove residual liquids, reducing weight and contamination while preparing plastics for recycling or disposal.
Recycling operations work best with clean, sorted plastic streams in steady volumes. Common examples include distribution centers, manufacturing plants, and retailers managing uniform material types.
Recyclers typically benefit from:
Facilities with mixed or contaminated plastics often face low recycling value. In these cases, the priority becomes reducing volume, containing waste, and controlling disposal costs.
Disposers typically benefit most from:
Key Consideration: Recycling succeeds when plastics are clean and sorted. When that’s not possible, engineered compaction equipment offers the most cost-effective and safe solution.
Plastic waste isn’t one-size-fits-all. That’s why Komar offers purpose-built equipment for every challenge—from horizontal balers that maximize recycling value to vertical balers for space-conscious operations and EPC units that crush and dewater PET bottles. Whatever the mix, we turn plastic waste into manageable, marketable solutions.
Every operation is unique. Komar specializes in custom-engineered systems for complex or unusual plastic waste streams. If your material doesn’t fit the standard categories, we’ll design a solution that does.
High-volume, lightweight plastics cost more when transported loose. Proper compaction and baling dramatically reduce haul frequency, cut transportation costs, and improve your bottom line.
Loose plastic creates slip hazards and fire risks that compromise safety. Engineered containment systems eliminate these dangers, improve compliance, and give you peace of mind on the floor.
Komar equipment fits seamlessly into your existing workflow instead of forcing you to adapt. From conveyors to loaders, every component works together to create a cohesive, efficient process.
This space-efficient machine compresses material into compact, stackable bales. Perfect for low to moderate volume operations.
This machine automates large-scale baling in high-throughput environments. It processes large volumes continuously and relentlessly.
Heavy-duty construction with sealed, leak-free design. Prevents leaks, controls odor, and handles mixed waste streams with food residue reliably.
Fixed-position unit that compresses loose material into a connected container. Reduces haul frequency, optimizes waste volume, and improves your day-to-day operations.
A top-loading design fits tight spaces and smaller facilities without sacrificing power. Effectively reduces dry waste volume for operations with limited space.
Continuous, screw-driven compaction pre-crushes high volumes of material, making it a fit for industrial or distribution settings.
“Since installing our Komar Auger, 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
Yes. Super sacks can be compacted or baled, but their strength and bulk require specialized equipment to avoid tearing or jamming.
Horizontal balers with bottle perforators or Komar EPC units flatten and dewater PET bottles, creating dense, market-ready bales.
Komar offers multiple solutions for stretch film and shrink wrap. Vertical and horizontal balers compress soft plastics into dense bales for recycling, while compactors reduce bulk volume for disposal. For challenging applications, Komar designs include anti-wrap features and controlled feed systems to prevent bridging and keep operations running smoothly.
Yes. Komar auger compactors apply shear force to process rigid plastics like drums and barrels efficiently.
Yes. Self-contained compactors are designed for contaminated plastics, preventing leaks and odors while maintaining sanitation.
Yes. Clean, sorted bales—especially PET and HDPE—often qualify for rebates from material recovery facilities (MRFs).
Most clients achieve ROI in 12–24 months, depending on waste volume, hauling costs, and available recycling rebates.
Routine upkeep includes inspecting hydraulic lines, seals, and rams, cleaning plastic residue, and lubricating pivot points. Komar systems are designed for easy service without specialized technicians. Komar Preventative Maintenance programs are available and recommended for all product lines.
Komar systems don’t sort plastics by resin type, but we integrate seamlessly with upstream sorting systems for mixed streams.
Absolutely. Komar systems integrate with automation and conveyors to maintain consistent material flow and minimize downtime.
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.