Thailand Stainless Steel Scrap Metal Baler Case Study | Replace Old Baler to Increase Profitability

A stainless steel recycling plant in Thailand upgraded from an aging vertical baler to the ENERPAT AMB-L Series hydraulic metal baler to improve compression efficiency, output stability, and scrap selling value.

A stainless steel recycling plant in Thailand upgraded from an aging vertical baler to the ENERPAT AMB-L Series hydraulic metal baler to improve compression efficiency, output stability, and scrap selling value.

The old baler caused:

Low bale density → reduced selling price from steel mills
Limited processing capacity → bottleneck in daily output
Frequent breakdowns → unstable production schedule
Safety risks → outdated mechanical protection system

The plant adopted ENERPAT AMB-L Series Lid-Style Hydraulic Metal Baler, designed for stainless steel scrap and turnings.

Key configuration includes:

High-pressure lid-style compression system
Siemens/Schneider PLC control
Hardox wear-resistant steel structure
Industrial hydraulic cooling system
Heavy-duty continuous operation design

After installation, the customer achieved:

Improved bale density and uniformity
Higher daily processing efficiency
Reduced downtime and maintenance frequency
Lower energy consumption per ton
More stable scrap resale value from steel mills

Typical payback period for stainless steel scrap baler upgrades in Southeast Asia is:

6–24 months depending on production volume and scrap price conditions.

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