What is a UBC Can Baler?

UBC stands for Used Beverage Container — commonly used in recycling contexts, especially in regions like Canada (e.g., Ontario’s Blue Box program), where aluminum and other beverage containers are collected for recycling.

A UBC Can Baler is a machine designed to compact empty aluminum beverage cans into dense, manageable bales for easier transportation and higher resale value.

Key Features of an Aluminum UBC Can Baler

| Feature | Description |

| Material Type | Specifically designed for aluminum cans (also handles steel, plastic, etc. in some models) |

| Bale Size | Typically produces bales ranging from 15–40 lbs (7–18 kg), depending on model |

| Compression Force | High pressure (often 20–60 tons) to crush cans efficiently |

| Automation Level | Manual, semi-automatic, or fully automatic (with push-button operation) |

| Output | Compact bales that are easy to store and transport |

| Power Source | Electric (common for small/medium operations) or hydraulic |

Common Types of Can Balers

1. Horizontal Can Baler

- Cans are fed horizontally into the chamber.Ideal for high-volume recycling centers.Often used in municipal recycling depots or large commercial facilities.

2. Vertical Can Baler

- Cans are loaded from the top.More space-efficient; suitable for smaller operations (e.g., convenience stores, schools).

3. Twin-Head or Multi-Compartment Balers

- Can handle multiple materials (aluminum, plastic, steel) simultaneously.

Benefits of Using a UBC Can Baler

 Increases recycling efficiency.Reduces storage space needed.Improves material value (denser bales = higher price).Supports sustainability goals.Helps meet local recycling regulations

Popular Brands & Models

- Husky – Known for durable, industrial-grade balers.Sims Recycling Solutions (SRS) – Offers advanced automated systems.Kleinschmidt – Reliable European-made balers.Lembeck – High-capacity machines for large-scale recycling.FMC (formerly Tectronic) – Used in many North American recycling centers

Where Are They Used?

- Recycling centers.Supermarkets & convenience stores.Schools & universities.Municipal waste facilities.Beverage distributors & bottling plants

Tips When Choosing a Can Baler

- Consider volume of cans processed daily.Check bale weight and size requirements of your recyclers.Ensure compatibility with local recycling partners.Look for safety features (emergency stop, guards, interlocks).Evaluate maintenance needs and warranty support

If you’re looking to purchase, rent, or service an aluminum UBC can baler, I recommend contacting suppliers such as:

[Husky Equipment](https://www.huskyequipment.com).[RecycleTech](https://www.recycletech.com).Local scrap metal or recycling equipment dealers

Let me know if you’d like:

- A list of suppliers by region (e.g., Canada, USA, UK),Specifications comparison chart,Pricing estimates,Help selecting the right model for your business

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Advantage

> Lifelong after services let you have no any concern, get more porfits.    

> Latest design of the machine to let you use the best the machine all the time.    

> Remote Control is optional, can archive automatic operation without worker.    

> 24 hours reply, video, phone call, email support, if any question, we response at first time.    

> Schneider electrical components prolong the service life of the machine.    

> Strong structure of the machine, reliable, stable and durable, let you make more money.    

> Adopts Two rams structure to keep high bale density.    

> Adopts china famous pump to keep baler machine run smoothly.    

Application

The baler machine can press below materials:

Aluminum cans tins	Light Metal Scrap	Copper Tube/Pipes	Copper Turnnings
Aluminum Extrusion Profiles	Stainless Steel Scrap	Lead Strips	Aluminum Shavings

FAQ

> Is it possbile to press other metal scraps with Scrap Baling Press Machines For Steel Scrap? 

Yes, of course, this kind of shear baling machine can press various of metal scraps such as UBC, aluminum cans tins, aluminum chips, aluminum shaivngs, steel shavings, metal chips, light metal scraps and other non ferrous metal scrap etc... Please let us know what kind of metal scrap will you need to press, then we will suggest you suitable model baler machine and best offer accordingly.    

> How can i know you are a manufacturer or trader of Stainless Sheet Metal Compressor Machine? 

You can visit our factory personally, also you can ask technical drawings such as 2D drawings 3D Drawings, we have professional technical team working on this, and will not give you these if a trader, because they don't have ability on this.    

> Does the installation of Scrap Bundle Press Machine require drilling and bolting into the floor or can stand without drilling? 

Regarding the drillings or not, it depends on the type of baler machine, for vertical baler machine, most of vertical baling machine needs drilling and bolting, because it is vertical type, and weight center of the machine is high; and for horizontal baler, it no need foundation, drilling and bolting, just put it on horizontal cement gound wich thickness more than 150mm.    

> What is Hydraulic Scrap Metal Shear Baler Machine Wanshida? 

The baler machine is mainly used to compress light metal scrap, stainless steel scrap, aluminum scrap, waste tins cans etc into small bales with high density, easy to transport and stock, save transport cost, stack cost, convenient for recycling center or steel manufacturer to melt again, improve the rate of steel melting.    

> What bale size does the Scrap Metal Compressors For Export Uk produce? 

We can customize the bale size per your requirement, also you can tell us your requirement, we can suggest you suitable bale size accordingly.    

> How to install 630Ton Heavy Duty  metal Scrap Recycling Baler? 

For small baler machine, we will not disassemble it when shipping, you just need to add hydraulic oil and connect to the electrical power, then operate per user manual, that is Ok, for bigger one, we will make detail marks when disassembling the machine, you just only need to assemble the machine per marks, that is alright; and you can contact with our technical team when you have any problems.    

> Does Stainless Steel Packaging Machine have PLC control? 

Yes, the machine has PLC automatic control, easy to operate and more efficient, and also has manual control, easy to debug and maintain the baler machine.    

> Are the interchangeable wear plate installed on Tin Can Baling Press Machine? 

Yes, the wear steel plate is changeable, you can easily change it when which wear plate is going to change, and we also can weld the wear plate directly, because this way, it is durable ans stable.