In 2025, Wanshida Hydraulic Machinery successfully delivered a 315-ton metal baler to a recycling facility in Canada, supporting the processing of ferrous scrap collected from manufacturing plants, demolition projects, and metal fabrication workshops.

Operating in a mature and highly regulated recycling market, the Canadian customer required a baling solution that could reduce labor dependency, produce high-density bales, and operate reliably under strict safety and environmental standards.

In Canada, labor costs are among the highest in North America.
Manual handling and inefficient compaction methods significantly increase operating expenses.

The customer needed a baler capable of high output with minimal manpower, allowing one operator to manage daily baling operations safely.

Canadian recycling facilities must comply with:

• Workplace safety standards

• Environmental protection regulations

• Clean and organized yard management requirements

Loose scrap, oil leakage, and unsafe manual operations can result in penalties or production interruptions.
The customer required equipment with stable performance, clean operation, and built-in safety features.

Canadian steel mills and downstream processors prefer uniform, high-density bales that:

• Improve furnace charging efficiency

• Reduce transportation cost

• Simplify storage and yard logistics

Low-density or irregular bales reduce scrap value and increase logistics cost.

After evaluating multiple options, the customer selected the 315-ton metal baler due to its:

• Strong compressing force suitable for heavy steel scrap

• Stable hydraulic system for continuous-duty operation

• PLC-assisted control for consistent bale quality

• Robust structure designed for long service life

• Compliance-oriented safety design

The baler was mainly used for steel scrap, demolition material, and mixed industrial ferrous scrap.

After installation and commissioning, the customer reported measurable improvements:

• Higher bale density, improving transport efficiency

• Reduced labor involvement, with one operator handling most tasks

• Cleaner and more organized yard layout

• Improved compliance with safety and environmental standards

• Lower operating cost per ton, mainly from labor and logistics savings

The machine quickly became a key component in the customer’s scrap preparation line.

The facility manager commented:

“This 315-ton baler meets our expectations for strength, stability, and safety.
It helps us produce consistent, high-density bales while reducing labor and maintaining compliance with Canadian regulations.”

This project demonstrates how high-capacity metal balers can effectively support Canada’s advanced recycling industry.
By delivering strong compaction performance, reliable operation, and compliance-focused design, Wanshida continues to help recycling facilities improve efficiency and reduce total operating costs in demanding markets.