Replace Unsightly Dumpsters with a PTR Compactor

When it comes to waste management, businesses don’t need to settle for messy, overflowing dumpsters.

A PTR commercial trash compactor offers a cleaner, smarter, and more sustainable waste management solution.

A compactor instantly improves your property’s appearance. Instead of bulky dumpsters, you’ll have a sleek, streamlined unit that enhances curb appeal and reflects professionalism.

Beyond looks, compactors help with sanitation. Traditional dumpsters often attract rodents, insects, and other pests. With a sealed PTR Compactor, you keep pests away and create a cleaner, safer environment.

PTR Compactors also make trash collection easier and more efficient. By compressing waste, you reduce pickup frequency, saving both time and money. With custom compactor options, PTR ensures the perfect fit for any business or industry. Businesses can also choose between stationary compactors—ideal for dry waste—and self-contained compactors designed for wet waste.

Every unit is built with safety in mind, featuring easy-to-use controls, built-in safeguards, and even PTR BioLoc for secure operation. No matter your location, PTR has certified service technicians in all 50 states, ready to provide fast and reliable support.

Upgrade your waste management today. Replace dumpsters with a PTR Compactor and discover a cleaner, more efficient way to manage trash.

Contact PTR today to request a quote and learn more.

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We honor our workers on Labor Day and Everyday!

In 1894 U.S. President Grover Cleveland proposed a Federal Holiday to honor and commemorate U.S. workers. This was time of explosive growth in our country and many citizens worked to build the country, in so many various trades.

We've come a long way since 1894. One thing is for sure, U.S. manufacturing still of paramount importance. At PTR Baler & Compactor, we've always made all of our equipment - vertical balers, stationary compactors and self-contained compactors right here in the U.S.A. We're proud to employee skilled welders, engineers and painters to get the job done.

We're also very focused on the culture here at PTR. We've created an environment to keep workers happy, healthy and engaged. From our stellar benefits package to continuing education courses. We truly appreciate our team.  Everyone has a special skill set that contributes to our success ... and our customers' success too! Many of our team members have worked here for many years - a testament to our culture.

Our culture has been refined over the years. As our company grew and evolved, we took care to learn from everything we were doing. Always improving. Always innovating. Always leveling up when it comes to safety.

We are proud to be an American manufacturer located in Philadelphia. We've been here for generations and are proud to call Philadelphia home. We're involved in the local community and many of our employees live in Philadelphia and the tri-state area.

The future is bright. As we continue to innovate we look forward to 2026. We're well positioned to keep working with companies across the nation - both new and old clients. And we have our team to thank for it. Happy Labor Day!

Vertical Baler Spotlight: 1800HD

PTR Baler & Compactor has a wide array of vertical downstroke balers to choose from.

Our 1800HD is a popular model. It's perfect for supermarkets, retail chains, hospitals, hotels and shopping centers. The key feature of this baler is it's low height. It is an ideal machine for limited ceiling heights or low clearance areas.

DIMENSIONAL DATA

Overall Size

(Width x Depth x Height) 61” x 38 1/4” x 138”

Feed Height  46 1/4“

Baler Chamber

(Width x Depth x Height). 48” x 30” x 36”

Average Cycle Time: 56 Sec.

This popular vertical baler is best suited to bale:

Cardboard, Newsprint, Office paper, Magazines, Paper Cartons, Aluminum Cans, E-Waste, Plastics and Textiles/Clothing.

You can also upgrade this baler to take advantage of key PTR Innovations! Upgrade to a "Smart Baler" - which includes touchscreen smart control panel, keyless operation, PIN or fingerprint reader, and precise weight readings. The ultimate in operational ease and safety.

Get the quiet pump! We continues to innovate and lead the industry with the new Quiet Pump Power Unit.

The Quiet Pump can be retrofitted to existing units as a kit and can also be used on compactors.

And of course we have our "Best in Class" warranty. 1 year parts & labor full unit, 2 years major components parts only, 3 years structural parts only. (some restrictions apply)

Want to learn more?

Contact sales@ptrco.com