What Types of Waste Compactors and Balers Does Epax Systems Offer?

Epax Systems supplies waste compaction and recycling equipment for commercial, industrial, and multi-family properties in the United States and Canada, along with service, rentals, and used equipment. If you are trying to decide which machine fits your waste stream, start with two questions: what material you handle (dry recyclables vs. wet or high-volume waste) and where the waste is generated (a single chute, a loading dock, or multiple points across a campus). The list below maps Epax's catalog to those situations.

Industrial Compactors

These are the heavy-duty units for large waste volumes, typically paired with roll-off containers or transfer stations.

• ROPAX Jumbo — Built for compaction into roll-off containers. It comes in several configurations:
  • Traversing: rail-mounted, able to service up to 8 side-by-side containers.
  • Mobile: for servicing containers in multiple locations throughout a facility or campus.
  • Trans-Pak: a rolling compactor mounted to an over-the-road truck.
• ROPAPX Roto Compactor — Industrial-grade rotary compactors designed to sit directly in the area where waste is generated, rather than at a central point.
• Large Stationary Compactors — Fixed-position units for sustained, high-volume waste handling.
• Self-Contained Compactors — Designed to handle large volumes of wet waste, where the container and compactor share a sealed body.
• Auger Compactors (SANITECH) — High-efficiency compaction with no hydraulics, which removes hydraulic fluid as a maintenance and leak concern.

Commercial and Site-Specific Compactors

Smaller or placement-specific units for retail, restaurants, offices, and residential buildings.

• Commercial Compactors — General-purpose units for commercial waste streams.
• Stationary Compactors — Fixed units for a defined waste point.
• Vertical Compactors — Space-efficient units that compact downward.
• Apartment Compactors — Sized for multi-family buildings and their daily volume.
• Indoor Compactors — Designed for installation inside a building where outdoor space isn't available.

Recycling Balers

For dry recyclables such as cardboard, paper, and plastic film, balers produce tied bales rather than compacted waste.

• Vertical Downstroke Baler — A common choice for retail and warehouse cardboard; smaller footprint than horizontal models.
• Horizontal Baler — For higher volumes and continuous baling operations.
• High Density Balers — Described as designed for safety and simplicity.
• Macpresse — Epax lists Macpresse as a global leader in waste compaction among its manufacturing partners.

Accessories, Controls, and Parts

• Odor Control Systems — For waste streams that generate persistent smells, such as wet or food waste.
• Axxess Control System — A control platform for the equipment.
• Compactor & Baler Accessories — Supporting hardware for installed units.
• Parts — Replacement components for maintenance and repair.

Used, Refurbished, and Rental Options

Epax lists used and refurbished equipment and rentals alongside new equipment. These are worth asking about when your volume is seasonal, when you need capacity before a permanent installation, or when budget favors a refurbished unit over new. Availability and condition vary by unit, so confirm specifics directly.

How to Choose Between Them

Getting a Recommendation and a Quote

Epax offers a free, no-obligation quote and can be reached at 800.220.6776 (toll free) or 818.994.2870. The company is located at 14641 Arminta Street, Panorama City, CA 91402, and serves customers in the United States and Canada. Existing customers can use the Pay My Bill option on the site.

Before you call, have these details ready: material type, approximate daily or weekly volume, where waste is generated, available footprint and power, and whether you need hauling coordination. Those five answers will narrow the catalog to one or two realistic options.