Prisons generate significant amounts of waste daily, from food scraps and packaging to bulky materials like polystyrene. Efficient waste management is crucial in these facilities to maintain hygiene, reduce operational costs, and comply with environmental regulations.
Bergmann Direct have worked with dozens of prisons to resolve their waste issues and provides a range of specialist waste processing equipment designed to help prisons manage their waste effectively while also generating a revenue stream.
Polystyrene Compactors – Reducing Bulk Waste
Polystyrene waste is a common issue in prisons, particularly from packaging materials. Our polystyrene compactors significantly reduce the volume of this waste by compressing it into dense blocks, which can be stored efficiently and sold for high rebate values. This reduces the number of waste collections needed, cutting costs and environmental impact.
Eco-Smart Food Waste Dryers – A Sustainable Solution
Food waste is a major challenge in prison kitchens. Our Eco-Smart food waste dryers drastically reduce the weight and volume of food waste by up to 90%, converting it into a dry, odourless material. This dried waste can be used as a soil amendment in the prison grounds or can be stored, further minimising collection frequency while promoting sustainable waste handling practices.
Static Compactors – General Waste Management
General waste disposal in prisons can be costly and inefficient. Our static compactors compress large volumes of mixed waste into a container, reducing collection frequency and improving waste storage. By decreasing the number of waste pickups required, prisons can make substantial savings on waste disposal costs.
Vertical Balers – Turning Waste into Revenue
Recyclable materials such as cardboard and plastic can be a valuable asset if processed correctly. Our vertical balers compact recyclables into dense bales, which will generate a rebate value. This not only reduces waste disposal costs but also creates an additional revenue stream for the prison service.
By implementing Bergmann Direct’s waste management solutions, prisons can significantly cut waste collection costs, improve operational efficiency, and even generate income through recycling rebates. Investing in sustainable waste management isn’t just beneficial for the environment—it makes financial sense too.
