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Equipment Overview& Equipment Details
Equipment Details
Make, Model & Classification
Name | WastePac 450 Baler |
Model | WP450 |
Classification | Baling |
Operations
Description or Purpose | The WastePac 450 produces a very dense mill-size bale suitable where high bale density is required. This baler is suitable as a cardboard, paper or plastic baler for both small recycling operations and councils.Produces a mill sized bale. Ideal for large amounts of material. Retaining claws reduce spring back. Fully automated bale ejector: simplifies removal of bale. Large loading aperture for easy loading of material into baler. |
Operating Principles | - Produces a mill sized bale weighing approx. 450kgs - Ideal for large amounts of material - Retaining claws reduce spring back - Fully automated bale ejector: simplifies removal of bale - Large loading aperture for easy loading of material into baler |
Additional Information | Optional Extras; - Unique patented prong shaped design eliminates the need for pallets when lifting, stacking and transporting bales - Available with 220-240V power supply |
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Recyclables Processed & Productivity
Recyclables Processed
Target Recyclables and Productivity Rates
Recyclable Type | Productivity - Loading Rate (kg per hour) |
Processing Capacity - Treatment (kg per week) |
Storage Capacity (kg per batch) |
Operating Life (machine hrs) |
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Food Organics | ||||
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Other Organics (garden etc.) | ||||
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Flexible Plastic | ||||
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Rigid Plastic | ||||
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Mixed Plastics | ||||
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Expanded Polystyrene | ||||
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Glass | ||||
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Paper | ||||
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Cardboard | ||||
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Mixed Paper & Cardboard | ||||
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Timber | ||||
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Other Recyclable |
Productivity
Life Expectancy
Operating Life - Years |
Level of Automation
Operating Mode | Continuous |
Degree of Automation | Semi-automated - operator attendance required for in-feed and operations |
Labour Requirements
Number of Operators | 1 |
Operator Time (per cycle in mins.) |
0.4 |
Consumables Required
Consumables | Baling Twine |
Service Requirements
Service Freq. (Tonnes) | 0 |
Service Freq. (Months) | 12 |
Downtime per Service (hours) | 2 |
Periodic Cleaning Requirements
Periodic Cleaning | N/A |
Loading & Unloading Equipment
Manual Handling Loading | Manual |
Manual Handling Unloading | Other |
If Other (specify) | Automatic |
Work Health and Safety & Permitting
Work Health and Safety
Training
Operator Training Requirements | Familiarisation induction - by OEM/supplier |
Personal Protective Equipment
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Head - Hard Hat |
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Eyes - Glasses |
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Breathing - Mask or Respirator |
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Hands - Gloves |
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Feet - Industrial Footwear |
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Visibility - Hi-viz Clothing |
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Other PPE |
Training Material
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Printed |
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Video/DVD |
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Web-based |
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Other |
Fencing & Enclosures
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Fencing |
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Bunding |
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Floor Reinforcing |
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Covers or Shielding |
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Other |
Approvals Related to Use of Output
Important Note on Composting in NSW
In NSW, applying waste to land – including a processed waste such as compost - or using it as a fuel may trigger various regulatory requirements. Depending on the proposed use you may be required to comply with a Resource Recovery Exemption or need to hold an environment protection licence, and pay the waste levy.
While there is a Compost Exemption (2014) it is important to note that drying or dehydrating food waste, or any other compostable waste, is specifically excluded from consideration under this exemption. Drying or dehydrating equipment uses externally supplied energy to heat and ventilate food waste or any other compostable waste in order to rapidly dry the waste material over a short time period (typically 24 to 48 hours), either with or without the addition of an inoculum. If you are interested in this type of equipment you should refer to the resource recovery exemptions for information on lawful use of outputs.
If it is intended to use the material as a fuel, it must comply with the NSW Energy from Waste Policy Statement. http://www.epa.nsw.gov.au/waste/140056enfromwasteps.htm
Installation Specifications
Installation Specifications
Utilities
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Power | 400 Volts | 11 kWh |
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Water | KPa | l/min |
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Sewer | - l/min | |
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Compressed Air | - KPa | - CuM/min |
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Gas | - Kjoule/hr |
Dimensions
Length | 119 cm |
Width | 178 cm |
Height | 300 cm |
Footprint | 6 sq.m |
Weight | 1300 kg |
Lateral clearance | 80 cm |
Overhead clearance | 0 cm |
Service Offering
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Supply |
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Installation |
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Maintenance |
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Product Uplift |
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Training |
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Other |
In-Feed & Out-Feed Characteristics
In-Feed Characteristics
Acceptable In-feed Characteristics
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Loose |
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Bundled |
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Tied |
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Wet |
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Dry |
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Shredded |
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Lightly Soiled |
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Heavily Soiled |
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Other |
If Other | 0 |
Exclusions
Excluded Materials | Cardboard Cores, Metal |
Out-Feed Characteristics
Out-feed Product Characteristics - Shape
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Rectangular Prism |
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Cylindrical |
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Other |
Out-feed Product Characteristics - Container
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Bag/Sack |
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Wrapped |
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Bin |
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Other |
Out-feed Dimensions
Length | 1 cm |
Width | 1.2 cm |
Height | 1 cm |
Footprint | 1 sq.m |
Weight | 450 kg |
SG | - specific gravity |
Density | - kg/Cu.m |
By-product and Wastes | NIL |
Amenity and Nuisance Issues
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Noise - 75dB |
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Odour |
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Vibration |
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Light |
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Heat |
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Other |
Market/Recipients
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Reprocessor |
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End Market |
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Other |
OEM & Supplier Information
OEM & Supplier Information
OEM Company Details
Company Name | Mac Fab System Ltd |
Postal Address | Lisnakeeney Magheracloone |
State | Monaghan |
Country | Ireland |
Postcode | N/A |
Web Site | www.macfab.com |
Contact Name | N/A |
Contact Telephone | +353 (0)42 9667193 |
Contact Email | sales@macfab.com |
Supplier Company Details
Company Name | Waste Initiatives |
Postal Address | 48 Magpie Street, Singleton |
State | NSW |
Country | Australia |
Postcode | 2330 |
Web Site | www.wasteinitiatives.com.au |
Contact Name | Craig Hawkins |
Contact Telephone | 1800 441 100 |
Contact Email | info@wasteinitiatives.com |