Compacting EPS & Polystyrene
Expanded polystyrene (EPS)- often called Styrofoam or Airpop – takes up major space fast. Mil-tek polystyrene compactors reduce EPS volume up to 40:1, turning loose foam into dense blocks that are easier to store, transport, and recycle.
EPS materials has many names such as Expanded polystyrene, styrofoam, Airpop and EPS, all names refers to nearly the same material.
EPS2000 Polystyrene Compactor
Mil-tek’s EPS solution for US businesses is the EPS2000, designed to turn bulky EPS/Styrofoam into dense, transport-ready blocks - reducing storage pressure and improving recycling logistics.
Key performance snapshot
What to expect from the EPS compactor:
- Compaction ratio: up to 40:1
- Throughput: 154 lbs/hr
- Output: dense EPS blocks for storage and pickup
Is EPS2000 the right fit for you?
It’s typically a strong option if you:
- Generate ongoing EPS packaging waste
- Need to reclaim space taken up by loose foam
- Want a cleaner, more controlled recycling workflow
Benefits of a Mil-tek EPS Styrofoam compactor
Reduce EPS volume up to 40:1
Free up storage space and reduce dumpster overflow
Lower disposal costs by reducing hauling frequency (where applicable)
Produce dense blocks/briquettes that can be palletized and sold for recycling
Improve sustainability performance by diverting foam from landfill
How it works
How an EPS compactor works
- Load EPS/Styrofoam into the compactor
- Start the machine by pressing the buttons
- The material is shredded
- The shredded material is friction heated through a screw
- EPS is densified into compact blocks/briquettes
- Blocks are palletized for recycling pickup and resale
Rent a Styrofoam Compactor
For businesses aiming to optimize cash flow, renting a cardboard baler from Mil-tek offers both flexibility and reduced capital expenditure.
Rent a styrofoam compactor if you want:
- Low entry costs
- Stable recurring payments
- An adaptable contract
- Service and maintenance included
- Opportunity to purchase in the future
Certified installation, employee training and ongoing servicing is all covered.
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Buy a new Styrofoam Compactor
For businesses prioritizing long-term ROI, purchasing a Mil-tek cardboard baler ensures full ownership and lasting value.
Buy a new eps compactor if you want to:
- Save more over time
- Take full ownership of your compactor
- Minimize large and regular volumes of EPS/Polystyrene/Styrofoam etc.
- Get rid of ongoing monthly expenses
Certified installation and operator training, is included, operational service is possible to purchase additional.
Polystyrene compactor or EPS compactor
Because of its bulk, EPS quickly fills dumpsters and drives up disposal costs. By compacting EPS, you save space, reduce costs, and minimize environmental impact.
With automatic operation, a polystyrene compactor breaks down EPS6, compressing it into dense briquettes, by tearing it up and then melting it. These are far easier to store and transport, and they can be sold for recycling into new plastic products. Help your business cut costs and create revenue from polystyrene recycling.
Polystyrene, Expanded Polystyrene, Airpop, EPS – Confusing
Whether you call it polystyrene, EPS, or Airpop, it’s the same material – most often EPS6. Known for its protective qualities, EPS6 is widely used in packaging for e.g. food, seafood, electronics, and furniture.
For companies generating significant polystyrene trash, correct disposal is critical. With a polystyrene compactor, you can manage it safely, efficiently, and sustainably with a polystyrene compactor.
Recycling of EPS – From Trash to Value
EPS is one of the most common forms of packaging trash, but when discarded it can pollute soil and underwater. Recycling EPS6 not only reduces landfill volume but also turns it into a commercial material – proving that polystyrene is 100% recyclable.
Big or small amounts, EPS is no problem. A polystyrene recycling machine ensures proper disposal – helping your improve your sustainable profile and safeguarding the environment.
How to Install a Polystyrene Compactor
A Mil-tek EPS machine is installed by a qualified technician, who ensures the best location for efficiency. It safely contains recyclable material, prevents pollution, and minimizes your trash output due to it’s great compaction performance.
Dense EPS blocks are simple to collect, palletize, and prepare for pickup – ready for sale and reprocessing into new materials.
FAQ
What is an EPS / Styrofoam compactor?
A Styrofoam compactor is a machine that shreds and breaks down EPS and Styrofoam waste and creates dense recyclable blocks with a volume reduction of 40:1.
How does an EPS compactor machine work?
An EPS Styrofoam compactor removes trapped air from EPS and Styrofoam waste, by shredding it and breaking it down. Then it melts the material to create incredible dense blocks, that are easier to store, and ready for recycling.
What is EPS6 and can it be compacted?
YES – EPS6 can be compacted. EPS6 is a Styrofoam material that very light weighted and soft, widely used in packaging for e.g. food, seafood, electronics, and furniture, due to its protective qualities.
What compaction ratio can I expect?
40:1 – You can expect a compaction ratio of up to 40:1 when compacting EPS. This means that large volumes of lightweight material can be reduced into dense, manageable blocks, significantly lowering storage and transport requirements.
Can compacted EPS be recycled and sold?
YES – Dense compacted EPS blocks can be sold to recyclers. The price and other details depends on the specific recycler.
Do you offer polystyrene compactor rental/hire?
YES – at Mil-tek it’s possible to rent a polystyrene compactor as well as buying one, to give you a solution that fits your company and its specific needs.
Questions?
Reach out now and see how Mil-tek can cut costs, save space, and streamline the way your business handles trash.