How a Greek Metal Recycler Boosted Efficiency With an Enerpat Aluminum Baler

A Greek non-ferrous metal recycler solved low efficiency, high transportation costs, and oversized bale issues with the Enerpat AMB-H1075-250T aluminum baler. Output set to 5 t/h, custom bale size, ideal for mixed aluminum scrap and ZORBA.

【The Challenge: Loose Aluminum Scrap Blocking Growth】

A leading metal recovery company in Greece was struggling to keep up with market demand. Their daily operations involved processing mixed aluminum scrap, ZORBA (mixed aluminum turnings), and loose aluminum foil—materials that are notoriously difficult to manage without the right baler.

Their outdated metal baler caused multiple issues:

· Loose aluminum occupied large warehouse space

· Transport trucks carried low-density loads, increasing logistics costs

· Bale size and density didn’t meet smelter requirements

· Oversized bales couldn’t fit into the in-house furnace

·Workers faced safety hazards from scattered scrap

· Output failed to reach the required 5 tons per hour

To stay competitive, the recycler needed a reliable aluminum baler that could boost throughput, reduce costs, and deliver furnace-ready bales.

【Enerpat’s Approach: From Initial Recommendation to Customized Solution】

When the client first contacted Enerpat, engineers recommended the single-cylinder car baler, which matched the required 5 t/h capacity.
However, after deeper evaluation, a critical issue emerged:

The baler produced 850 × 650 mm bales, which were too large for the client’s furnace.

Aluminum foil required bales that were compact—but not excessively dense—to ensure smooth melting.

To address these needs, Enerpat recommended the AMB-H1075-250T Hopper Style Automatic Metal Baler, engineered for flexible non-ferrous applications.

✔ Customizable bale size ensured direct furnace compatibility
✔ Adjustable compression force prevented over-compaction
✔ Seamless integration into the existing production line

This resulted in a fully tailored aluminum baler solution.

【Why the AMB-H1075-250T Was the Perfect Fit】

Key features that helped the Greek recycler achieve success:

Continuous large-hopper loading system enables nonstop processing of mixed scrap and ZORBA, improving workflow and total efficiency.

High-cleanliness hydraulic design reduces breakdowns and stabilizes temperature, supporting long-term and low-maintenance operation.

50–100 m remote operation keeps workers away from scattered scrap, dramatically improving workplace safety.

Energy-efficient motor configuration lowers power consumption, aligning with Greece’s sustainability priorities.

【The Outcome: Significant Improvements Across Operations】

Since installing the AMB-H1075-250T, the Greek recycler achieved measurable results:

1. 30% Reduction in Transportation Costs

Higher-density aluminum bales allow trucks to carry more material per trip.

2. 25% Increase in Furnace Output

Custom bale size and proper density improved melting efficiency.

3. Zero Safety Incidents

Remote operation and a cleaner workspace eliminated scrap-related risks.

4. Stronger Collaboration With Smelters

Standardized, furnace-ready bales increased material value and supplier credibility.

“Enerpat didn’t just sell us a metal baler—they solved our production bottleneck.
The custom bale size was a game-changer, and the machine’s stability lets us run 24/7 without worry.”
— Operations Manager, Greece