Austropresses are designed for continuous industrial use. They process heterogeneous material flows into dimensionally stable bales with high density. The technical design is based on resilient mechanical components, high pressing forces and automated control systems that enable stable plant availability./h
Energy efficiency as a technical parameter
Energy efficiency is a central criterion in the design of the systems. Optimized hydraulic systems, adapted drive technologies and intelligent control concepts reduce the specific energy consumption per ton of material. This reduces operating costs and at the same time meets CO₂ reduction requirements.
Tailor-made system solutions
The Austropresses are manufactured by Roither Maschinenbau GmbH in Seewalchen. The company develops and produces customer-specific solutions for the waste management industry, industry and trade. The systems are used internationally and adapted to different material flows and operational requirements.
Project implementation at Recon-T
The implementation of complex recycling projects requires precise coordination between planning, technology and operation. Projects with Recon-T GmbH in Germany show the importance of customer-specific system configurations and coordinated process flows.
Various Austropresses were installed at several locations, including systems for processing cardboard, films and paper as well as for use in food retailing. In addition, a plant in Poland was put into operation.
Integrated plant in Schwedt/Oder
At the Schwedt/Oder site, an integrated plant for the processing and compaction of various waste streams was implemented. The plant processes commercial waste, household collection streams and paper fractions. The aim was to process and compress different materials on site and to process selected material flows into substitute fuels.
The technical solution includes the complete integration of processing, crushing, baling and strapping. The core component is a fully automatic channel baler with high pressing performance and throughput capacity. The plant is designed for different particle sizes, including challenging fractions such as fine-grained substitute fuel.
Operating results and performance data
Bale weights of up to 1,380 kilograms of substitute fuels were achieved in the plant. For mixed waste streams, the real throughput was up to 45 tons per hour. These values show the importance of coordinated system solutions for stable process sequences and high material compaction.
Deposit systems and logistics solutions
The introduction of the one-way deposit system in Austria creates new requirements for compaction technology in trade and logistics. In addition to bale quality, process reliability and standardised processes play a central role.
Austropresses were integrated into central warehouse locations in accordance with defined technical requirements. The systems are designed for the processing of PET bottles and cans and support efficient material logistics.
Implementation at Cleanaway
For Cleanaway GmbH, several fully automatic channel baling presses were installed within a short time. At the Maria Saal site, systems are used to compact disposable deposit containers.
The technical design takes into account requirements for low-disruption operation and low maintenance intensity. Wear-resistant components and design measures to avoid material blockages contribute to system availability.
The specified bale weights and throughput requirements are achieved during operation. At the same time, compaction enables optimized transport utilization and thus reduces logistics-related emissions.
Austropressen at IFAT 2026
At IFAT 2026 in Munich, Roither Maschinenbau will present its portfolio in the field of bale technology. On display will be automatic channel baling presses from the Expert series as well as vertical press systems and other solutions for various applications in the waste and recycling industry.
The presentation will focus on technical developments in the areas of automation, energy efficiency and system integration.
Hall B5, Booth 550/551
