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The 2300HR-R is one of our newest innovations. We’re passionate about creating the highest quality products that still offer the lowest cost of ownership in the industry. Our balers and compactors  are the solution to an array of typical issues you may be facing. They aid your organization in enacting sustainability policies and achieving ambitious zero-waste goals, 

We’re so confident our products are the best because they are made with the best, by the best. Manufactured with American-forged steel, by AWS certified welders, you won’t find a better baler at a more affordable price. 

We’re proud to introduce the 2300HD-R to the market. “R” stands for Re-constructed. With this model, you get the best of both world. You get the  same warranty as we give with a brand new baler- our 1-2-3 Year Warranty. How can we do this?  The answer is simple. The 2300HD-R is practically brand new in every way. We use a 100% fully inspected, fully warranted frame and platen from one of our many national account planned replacements.

Every other part of the Hybrid Baler is brand new:

• Cylinder
• Power Unit (New Motor, Pump & Directional Valve)
• Controls & Control Box 
• Hydraulic Lines • Safeties & Interlocks
• Wiring
• Key-Switch 
• Push-Buttons 
• E-stop
• Ejector Chains
• Paint Job
• ANSI/OSHA Compliant Stickers

These incredible units are also fully U.L. Listed & ETL Compliant. What’s more, we back every unit with our best-in-class warranty. 

WARRANTY OPTIONS 

YEAR 1 WARRANTY:Bumper to Bumper 365 day warranty on the entire baler.*

YEAR 2 WARRANTY: In addition to the above warranty, PTR provides an additional 1-year warranty on the Cylinder, Motor, Control Box, Structural Steel Frame, Pump, Directional Valve, Platen & Door Latch Assembly.*

YEAR 3 WARRANTY: In addition to the above warranty, PTR provides an additional 1-year warranty on structural steel frame combining for a 3 year warranty.

For further details, please reach out to one of our experts, who will be more than happy to assist you and answer any of your questions.. Call (800) 523-3654 and say you want more information on the 2300HD-R!

*Ask for a copy of our 2019 full warranty.

Click below to download the full pdf one sheet:

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PTR Baler and Compactor has always believed our team is our #1 asset! We’re extremely proud to announce that our company and HR department have received the inaugural 2019 Employer of Choice Award from the Office of Workforce Development– City of Philadelphia. The award is presented to organizations who have shown exemplary practices in hiring, talent development, retention, culture, and human resources. 

It’s truly an honor to have been recognized by our city for “utilizing the hiring, retention and promotion practices that both create opportunity within your organizations and level the playing field for Philadelphians seeking to connect to career ladder opportunities.”

PTR would like to congratulate Brent Ford, Daniel DiPasquale, and Justin Smith in particular, for their hard work. This award is a direct result of their dedication to our organization!

We sincerely thank Director of Department Commerce Harold Epps, Executive Director of the Office of Workforce Development Sheila Ireland, and the entire City of Philadelphia for presenting us with this award. 

We’re look forward to  attending the 2019 Employers of Choice at a Leaders Breakfast, hosted by the Department of Commerce and the Office of Workforce Development on October 2!

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This month, we’re focusing on customization. At PTR, we believe that providing custom equipment, along with custom solutions, are what put us a cut above the competition. We’re constantly introducing innovative technology and engineering that will help revolutionize efficiency and productivity, as well as workplace safety. All of this is key is preventing unwanted downtime that eats into your company’s hard earned profit.

COLOR

A custom painted baler is a excellent way to keep your equipment consistent with your branding efforts. Choose from a wide range of colors, including several different red, blue and green options, as well as neutral tones. To view color options, click here.

FEATURES

Baler features are also customizable to your organization’s unique needs and preferences. Some vertical baler optional add-ons include:

• Biometric Locking Device BIOLOC 3000
• Automatic Bale Sizer with Full Bale Light
• Outdoor Controls
• Automatic Ejection System
• Wire Tie Guides

Compactor additional features include:

• PTR BioLoc for added security and Safety
• Side and rear chutes available
• Doghouse or total enclosure
• Odor control Sonazaire®
• One Plus® fullness monitoring system
• Hydraulic tailgate

SERVICE

Personalized service plans and maintenance programs are the best way to ensure the long-life and optimal performance of your baler or compactor. You’ll reduce the overall cost of ownership, prevented unnecessary downtime and increase safety. We can tailor your plan based on your needs and budget. 

We proudly offer nationwide repair services and have a 99% rate of arrival on or before the scheduled time of arrival. PTR Dispatchers are available 24/7, so you can rest assured they’ll be there when you need them. We serve 17 out of 20 of the nations largest retailers and work with your existing online maintenance systems:

• Service Channel
• Verisae
• FM Pilot

Contact #PTR to learn how you can customize your baler or compactor from the outside in- from color, to additional features and personalized service programs. Click here to reach a sales representative or call 800-523-3654.

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Why is it so importance to keep up with preventative maintenance?

• Reduced Cost of Ownership
• Increased Productivity
• Increased Safety 

ANSI (The American National Standards Institute) recommends equipment have yearly maintenance checks. To keep your waste and recycling equipment running optimally, you want to make sure to follow our recommended preventative maintenance schedule. Our programs are a cost-effective way to get the most life out of your baler or compactor. They also increase employee productivity due to that fact that preventative maintenance lessens the frequency of downtime. 

Over time, it’s normal for your equipment’s oil quality to deteriorate and parts to begin to wear. This causes the baler or compactor to work much less efficiently, including:

• A reduction in pressure capability
• Reduced material weights in compactors & reduced bale weights in balers 
• Increased pull fees
• Higher bale creation labor costs
• Component failure, which results in lost employee productivity

With our Preventative Maintenance (PM) Program, we’ll evaluate the over condition of the the equipment. Safety features are thoroughly tested, cylinder welds and seals are inspected, fittings are greased, pressured are set, and much more. See the entire list of critical systems and structures which will be addressed during Preventative Maintenance here.

PTR gives you the ability to customize your PM program. For example, we offer hydraulic fluid replacement and key guard installation. Find out the rest of your options here.

No matter how small or large your fleet size, our Preventative Maintenance program is the solution to ensuring the longevity, efficiency, and safety of your waste and recycling equipment. 

We’re happy to answer any of your questions! Contact us today to learn more. Click this link to email us or call (800) 523-3654.

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PTR’s Certified Rebuilt program can be the answer for smaller companies, retail establishments, small hotels, or any business looking to start a recycling program but hesitant due of limited funds. Not to mention, choosing “recycled” and rebuilt balers and compactors are a great step in a “greener” direction for your company.

Anxious to start a recycling program at your organization, but concerned the cost will be too high? If you want to implement sustainability practices at your business but have a tight budget, PTR can help.

A major reason we’re able to keep freight costs down is by having rebuilding facilities located nationwide We also have service centers from coast to coast, so you can rest assured when you need service or repair we’ll be there promptly to get you back to business. In fact, we have a 99% rate of arrival on time or before the scheduled time of arrival.

Every rebuilt unit is hand-picked. It must be less than 15 years old and free of any and all structural defects. It then undergoes a thorough 52 pt inspection process and a full reconditioning completed by our AWS certified welders. 

• New OEM Certified parts
• Hydraulic oil filled
• Moving parts greased
• & much more. See the full list here.

You can be sure when you buy PTR Rebuilt you’re still getting the very best the industry has to offer! Not only will your baler function just like new, it will look new, too. We treat it to a thorough reconditioning, deep cleaning, fresh paint and new safety stickers. 

You’ll quickly find your return on investment is well worth it. PTR recycling balers will help you cut costs in a number of different ways. 

• Your turning what once was trash into a valuable recycling commodity.
• Less trash = less trips to the landfill, thus saving you money.
• Since our balers are built for safety and quality, you’ll be cutting way back on downtime due to injury.

Rebuilt balers include a full 90 day parts and labor warranty. Our Rebuilt program is available for PTR compactors, as well. We can even rebuilt your current baler or compactor and give it a new lease on life! Contact us today here to get started – we’re happy to answer any of your questions. 

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The Pre-Crusher Series of Stationary Compactors were designed to destroy product prior to compacting. This machine has a heavy duty guillotine door that is used by the ram as a wall to compact against before cycling again into the container.

Our pre-crushers are ideally designed to handle bulky items, including steel drums, barrels, wood pallets, wood crates and other difficult industrial waste products. The primary benefit of pre-crushing prior to compacting is that you’ll reduce overall volume. This equates to fewer trips to the landfill and therefore results in significant cost savings!

Key Features:

• Long-lasting performance and durablity
• Built using heavy duty structural steel
• 20′ Sealtite
• Welded by AWS Certified Technicians
• 3 button controls: On/Off Key Switch, Mushroom Stop, Start Button

The pre-crusher series is great for distribution centers, large appliance and automotive manufacturers & many more.

Get more information today on the Pre-Crusher series by contacting PTR here.

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On Tuesday, June 18^th, PTR Baler and Compactor held a service seminar with Publix to train their facilities staff on PTR’s machinery. Publix, recognized as one of Fortune’s most admired companies since 1994, has over 1,000 stores that utilize PTR equipment. 

At PTR’s factory in Plant City, Florida, President & CEO Mike Savage, Technical Support Specialist Joe Merlino, Director of Sales for the Southeast Region Fred Freer and Director of Service Business Development John Rizzo administered the educational course. The experience was very hands-on in teaching the Publix team members how to safely operate the balers and compactors, as well as, the hydraulic and electrical components within the machines.

As the largest employee-owned grocery chain in the United States, Publix plans to carryout this program to additional Publix regions with the aid of PTR. The seminar emphasized the two companies coming together to strengthen and further their partnership. Publix and PTR have carried out business together for over twenty-five years and continue to strive in the building of their relationship. 

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Being eco-conscious in our home lives is just as important as it is in business. There are many small things we can all do to help make a big difference. Recycling is definitely one of those things and, hopefully, you’re already doing it. However, there’s likely many items that you’ve been throwing into the recycling bin (with good intentions) that just aren’t recyclable. This can cause issues at the plant and create unsafe environment for employees.

So, do you think you’re recycling right? We used a guide from Waste Management to create this list of what you CAN and CAN’T recycle. You might be surprised to see what made the list!

Recycle:

• Cardboard
• Magazines
• Newspapers
• Paper
• Aluminum & Steel Cans
• Plastic Bottles
• Glass (*Rules on glass recycling vary, check with your local recycling program first)
• Milk Cartons
• Juice Boxes
• Pizza Boxes (*unless they are very greasy, in which case – trash it)

Remember: Rinse items that contained food or liquid as well as possible. 

Trash:

• Cups with plastic or wax coatings (*many coffee cups have this)
• Polystyrene foam (*some egg cartons)
• Frozen Food boxes
• Plastic to-go containers
• Food
• Wire
• Metal Waste
• Clothing
• Medical Waste
• Holiday Lights
• Garden Hose
• Mixed Material Items (*ex: plastic top + metal bottom = most likely non recyclable)
• Plastic Bags, Freeze Bags, or plastic Wrapping (*see below for details)

While you can’t throw it in your recycling bin, many retailers and grocery stores, such as Target and Wegmans, offer receptacles specifically to collect & recycle plastic bags. To find a location by you, put your zip code in the search engine on this site: Find a Drop Off Location.

It’s so important to be thoughtful of everything we recycle. To learn more, visit Waste Managements complete recycling guide here.

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Let PTR help you meet your sustainability goals! Our 1800HD baler is a great option is you’re working with limited ceiling heigh or low clearance. It’s low profile, yet still an incredibly powerful machine.

The 1800HD is ideal for small to mid sized markets including:

• Supermarkets
• Retail Chains
• Hospitals
• Medical Centers
• Malls
• Hotels & more

Safely and efficiently recycle the following materials:

• Cardboard
• Newsprint & Office Paper
• Magazines
• Paper Cartons
• Aluminum Cans
• E-Waste
• Plastics
• Textiles & Clothing

The 1800HD produces bales with the following specs:

As always with PTR, you’ll receive 24/7 Emergency Service and our best-in-class PTR warranty. Our technicians are electrical, mechanical and hydraulic experts, so your equipment will always be in the great hands. You’ll also have access to our extensive parts inventory. Check out our separate parts site here. 

PTR Baler & Compactor is proud to offer products manufactured in the U.S.A. and fully U.L. approved. Download our PDF here to see full details and specs of the 1800HD. Contact us to learn more about the 3400HD baler or one of our many other models today.

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PTR is proud to support the Environmental Research & Education Foundation!

Last Wednesday, May 8th, at Waste360’s WasteExpo in Las Vegas, PTR President & CEO Mike Savage presented a $10,000 check to Jim Dowland, Chairman of the Board of Trustees and Bryan Staley, President/CEO of EREF. Congratulations to EREF on their 25th Anniversary and for the tremendous success of their ‘Silent and Live Auction’, which raised funds for their scholarship program and research grants.

Mike Savage was attending the NWRA’s 2019 Waste Expo, where he was presented with the Distinguished Service Award.

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