Markets We Serve
Markets We Serve
Balers & Compactors for Distribution Centers
Distribution centers and warehouses generate large volumes of corrugated cardboard, stretch wrap, plastic film, and packaging waste every single day. Managing that waste efficiently reduces labor costs, lowers hauling fees, and creates a cleaner, safer facility - whether you process one bale or 20 tons per day.
HMS supplies and services the full range of baling and waste management equipment for distribution centers, fulfillment centers, retail warehouses, and 3PL operations across North America. We help you find the right equipment for your volume, floor space, and operational requirements - and back it with in-house service and parts support.
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Facilities We Work With
Distribution & Warehouse
Operations We Serve
HMS works with a wide range of distribution and warehouse operations - from single-facility e-commerce fulfillment centers to multi-site retail distribution networks. If your facility generates cardboard, packaging, or film waste, we have a solution for it.
Equipment for Distribution Centers
Recycling Equipment for
High-Volume Facilities
The right baler or compactor for a distribution center depends on your daily cardboard volume, available floor space, labor availability, and material mix. HMS helps you evaluate those factors and select equipment that pays for itself quickly - whether that's a fully automated horizontal baler tied into your dock workflow or a vertical baler for a smaller satellite facility.
Horizontal Auto-Tie Balers
The go-to solution for high-volume distribution centers processing large amounts of OCC daily. Automated baling eliminates manual wire-tying, reduces labor significantly, and produces consistent mill-ready bales from your cardboard and packaging stream.
View Auto-Tie Balers →Horizontal Manual-Tie Balers
A cost-effective option for mid-volume distribution centers and warehouses. Reliable baling for OCC, plastic film, and mixed packaging without the capital cost of a fully automated system.
View Manual-Tie Balers →Vertical Balers
Compact and affordable for smaller warehouses, satellite facilities, and operations with lower daily cardboard volume. Easy to operate with minimal training - a practical entry point for facilities new to baling.
View Vertical Balers →Two Ram Balers
For distribution centers handling diverse material streams - OCC, mixed paper, plastic film, and stretch wrap all in one machine. Two ram balers offer maximum flexibility and bale density across a wide range of materials.
View Two Ram Balers →Compactors
Reduce residual waste volume and lower hauling costs for non-recyclable trash and general waste streams. Stationary compactors for dock areas and waste bays in large distribution facilities.
View Compactors →Densifiers
Maximize recovery value on plastic film, stretch wrap, and foam by densifying lightweight material into solid blocks. Reduces storage space and increases revenue per haul on low-density packaging streams common in distribution centers.
View Densifiers →Why Choose HMS
The HMS Advantage for
Distribution & Warehousing
At HMS, we're built around one principle - accountability from start to finish. We design the system, source the equipment, manage installation, and keep it running after the sale, all in-house and all under one roof.
Right-Sized for Your Volume
We help you match equipment to your daily volume - whether that's one bale a day or 200 tons. No over-speccing, no under-speccing. The right machine for your operation from day one.
Turnkey Installation
HMS handles system design, equipment sourcing, delivery, installation, and startup - all in-house. We work around your operating schedule to minimize disruption to your facility.
Preventative Maintenance Programs
Scheduled PM programs keep your baler running reliably - reducing unplanned downtime and extending equipment life. Emergency service is also available when you need it fast.
North America Coverage
Serving distribution centers and warehouses across North America since 2004. One call, one partner - from equipment selection to long-term service and parts support.
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Common Questions
Distribution Center
Equipment FAQs
It depends on your daily cardboard volume and available floor space. For high-volume facilities processing thousands of pounds of OCC per day, a horizontal auto-tie baler is typically the most efficient and cost-effective solution. For mid-volume operations, a horizontal manual-tie baler is a strong fit. Smaller or satellite facilities often start with a vertical baler. HMS works with your team to evaluate your volume and recommend the right equipment - no guesswork.
Savings come from multiple areas - reduced cardboard hauling costs, revenue from bale sales to fiber markets, and lower labor costs from eliminating manual cardboard breakdown and handling. Many distribution centers recoup their baler investment within 12-24 months depending on volume and local fiber pricing. Estimate your facility's payback with our free Baler ROI Calculator, or contact HMS for numbers built around your operation.
Yes. HMS works around your operating schedule - including nights and weekends if needed - to deliver, install, and commission equipment with minimal disruption to your facility. Our in-house team manages the full installation process so there's one point of contact throughout.
Yes. HMS provides preventative maintenance programs, emergency repairs, parts sourcing, and technical support for all equipment we supply - as well as balers from other manufacturers. We prioritize emergency dispatch to minimize downtime in high-volume facilities. Call (219) 733-2108.
Yes. HMS works with lenders to offer flexible financing for qualified buyers on new and refurbished equipment - including $0 down options with approvals in as little as 24 hours. Contact us to learn more about available programs.
