Landfill Alternatives

About us

Landfill Alternatives is a UK-based supplier of waste handling and recycling equipment. We work with businesses that want waste dealt with properly on site, without unnecessary complexity or disruption to how their operation already runs. We’ve been operating in the waste management sector for over 20 years, supplying balers, compactors and dry waste recycling equipment to sites of all sizes. Supplying machinery is only one part of the job. What matters just as much is making sure the equipment fits the site, gets used properly and continues to do what it’s meant to do once it’s in day-to-day operation. Our customer base includes both independent sites and larger operators managing multiple locations across England, Scotland and Wales. Many rely on us for consistency – not just in the equipment supplied, but in servicing, consumables and ongoing support as their sites change or grow. Most of our work comes from long-standing relationships. We tend to stay involved as requirements evolve, rather than stepping away once a machine is installed.The priority is supplying equipment that copes with daily use and continues to do its job as sites change, expand or reconfigure.

Established 2003

UK’s Leading Supplier of Balers, Compactors & Recycling Equipment

Before recommending any equipment, we take the time to understand how waste is actually handled on site. Machinery needs to fit into existing routines, not force teams to work around it.

When specifying balers, compactors or recycling equipment, we look at what material is being produced, how often it builds up, where it comes from and how it’s moved. Space, access and power all play a part. Getting this right upfront avoids congestion, unnecessary handling and equipment that’s either too small or more than the site really needs.

Most of our day-to-day contact is with facilities managers, operations teams, site managers and sustainability leads. They’re usually looking for practical ways to cut collections, keep costs under control and avoid waste becoming an issue as volumes change.

Our equipment is used by everything from small independent operators to large national and multinational organisations. Materials handled include cardboard, paper, plastics, metal can and drums, Polystyrene, wood and general dry waste. That range means we’re used to dealing with very different setups and can recommend solutions based on how waste is dealt with in practice.

We’re not tied to any single manufacturer, which gives us the freedom to recommend what works best for the site, rather than what fits a particular brand.

Equipment can be supplied as a single stand-alone machine or as part of a wider system. Where required, we design and install complete setups that include conveyors, bin tippers, lifting equipment and dust or extraction systems. Reducing unnecessary handling helps sites work more smoothly, keeps walkways clearer and improves day-to-day safety and consistency, particularly on busy or space-restricted sites.

Depending on the machine and specification, equipment can be supplied from stock, refurbished inventory or built to order. This allows sites to balance lead times, budgets and operational priorities without compromising how waste is managed day to day.

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    1000+ LFA machines in operation

    Helping businesses cut waste to landfill and improve sustainability.

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    20+ years’ experience supplying balers, compactors and recycling systems

    Decades of expertise in balers, compactors, and recycling systems.

  • Comprehensive range of Balers, Crushers & Compactors

    Comprehensive machinery range covering balers, compactors, crushers and specialist equipment

    Equipment to handle every type and volume of waste.

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    7 Day Free Trial

    7-day free trial available on selected vertical balers and crushers

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    Free on-site audit to assess waste handling and equipment suitability

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How We Typically Work

Most projects start with a discussion about how waste is currently handled on site. From there, we’ll usually carry out an on-site audit to understand volumes, access, space and existing processes, including how waste is moved through the building and where pressure points occur.

Where businesses operate more than one site, we help keep waste handling consistent, even when layouts, volumes or staffing vary between locations.

Equipment is specified, supplied and installed with operator training, and we stay involved where support is needed. In many cases, we’re brought in early to help compare options and avoid overspecifying equipment that won’t deliver long-term value.

We’re not always the right fit for every enquiry. Where a baler, compactor or system isn’t appropriate, we’ll say so rather than recommending equipment that won’t be used properly or won’t deliver a return.

Continued Support

Our warehouse holds equipment parts and a wide range of consumables, including galvanised baler wire, baler twine and bags for stuff frames. We also offer a refurbishment service where existing machines are collected, stripped down, worn components replaced and repainted before being returned to service.

Refurbished equipment is tested, serviced and supplied to suit ongoing commercial use, making it a practical option where budgets or lead times are a consideration.

Where required, we can provide a one-stop brokerage service for collections, with consolidated monthly reporting showing costs and rebates. This helps simplify waste management for sites that want fewer admin touchpoints.

Our work spans vertical balers, horizontal balers, compactors, crushers, briquetters and recycling systems across cardboard, plastic, wood and general waste streams, allowing businesses to manage multiple materials through a single supplier.


Why Businesses Work With Landfill Alternatives
  • Equipment specified to real waste volumes and site constraints
  • Independent recommendations rather than brand-led selling
  • Options to buy, hire or refurbish rather than forcing new machinery
  • In-house engineers for servicing, repairs and refurbishment
  • One supplier for machinery, consumables, collections and audits

This approach allows businesses to deal with waste consistently without managing multiple suppliers or fragmented contracts.

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    Suitable For Every Industry

    We supply equipment across manufacturing, logistics, retail, hospitality and food processing, from small part manufacturers through to large production and packing lines. Alongside equipment supply, we provide commissioning and on-site training so systems are used correctly from day one. Many customers prefer dealing with one supplier for equipment, servicing, consumables and collections. It reduces admin, keeps accountability clear and makes waste easier to manage across the business.

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    Facilities Management and Compliance Support

    Alongside supplying equipment, we also support businesses with the wider side of waste management. This includes reviewing existing processes, advising on compliance requirements and helping sites plan systems that will still work as volumes or regulations change. We also carry out on-site waste audits, process reviews and provide guidance around environmental standards such as ISO 14001. The aim is to put systems in place that stay compliant and workable, rather than needing constant adjustment. Our involvement doesn’t stop once equipment is installed. We provide servicing, repairs and refurbishment through our own engineering team, helping keep balers and compactors running reliably. We also supply consumables and can arrange brokerage for collections and rebates, giving sites a single point of contact for equipment, servicing and waste movements. Much of our work comes from repeat customers and referrals, particularly where sites expand, relocate or introduce new waste streams over time.

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    Outstanding Customer Service

    Over the past two decades, we’ve built long-standing relationships with businesses that rely on their waste handling equipment every day. A lot of our work comes from repeat customers, particularly where sites expand, layouts change or new waste streams are introduced. If you’d like to talk through how waste is currently dealt with on your site, just get in touch. We’ll review what’s in place, highlight anything that could work better, and talk through practical options based on how your operation actually runs.

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