Baler & Compactor FAQ’s? Other Questions? Find your answers here!

We know you have questions, so we put together this helpful baler & compactor FAQ’s page to help! Don’t see what you are looking for? You can always fill out this simple form, or call us at (507) 886-6666. At Harmony, you will always get professional, live person to talk with for assistance with questions, a free quote, service, and more!

Does Harmony offer financing?

Yes, Harmony offers purchasing, leasing, and rental options on our full line of long lasting recycling balers and trash compactors. Each method provides tax benefits and allows you to get the equipment you need at the budget you can afford. For more information on leasing options, click here. To learn more about Harmony Equipment Rental, please click here.

What size baler wire does my baler use?

The type of baling wire your equipment needs depends on the size of the baler, the type of product you are baling, and the weight of the bale. Harmony recommends a variety of wire or twine for different applications. View our quick reference of what size baler wire is used in Harmony Enterprises’ balers.

Do you have installers in my area?

Harmony Enterprises has its own in-house technicians. We also partner with technicians and installers throughout the United States. If you would like assistance in locating the nearest installer, please call us at 507-886-6666, we’d be happy to help!

Will I be able to find someone to service my equipment?

When it comes to servicing your equipment, Harmony Enterprises has you covered! We have both Harmony factory technicians, and a network of experienced service technicians located throughout the United States. If there is not a Harmony partnered service company near you, we will work with you to find a local company with the ability and knowledge to service your equipment. Service availability and times may vary depending on the service type and location.

Can I buy direct from the factory?

Yes. While we are proud to have many national distributors, Harmony Enterprises sells direct from our factory in Harmony, Minnesota. To purchase, rent, or lease balers or compactors, please call us at (507) 886-6666, email us at [email protected], or fill out this simple contact form today!

How many years of service can I expect from this equipment?

Made for its rugged durability, our equipment is designed to offer you years of quality service and satisfaction. We have thousands of pieces of equipment manufactured in the late 1970’s to early 1980’s that continue to maintain their excellent working condition today. Harmony is recognized throughout the waste and recycling industry for manufacturing the widest range of longest lasting machines at an affordable price.

What size baler/compactor do I need?

Investing in a baler/compactor is an important and wise decision. It is even more important to choose the right type and size of baler/compactor for your needs. Harmony Enterprises will work with you to make the decision process easier. What baler/compactor you chose depends on the material you will be baling, the size bale that you desire upon completion of the baling process, and the operating area available. There are many specific posts in our blog section that share valuable insight on what type of machine would be best for specific uses. Or, you can contact us to talk to a live person at any time. We proudly use our Proven Process to ensure that you are proposed the right solution for your specific needs!

What are my choices for the electrical hookup?

Most equipment is offered in 115/230V Single Phase and 208/230/460V Three Phase. We also offer 50 HZ for international installations. Read this helpful post about what you need to know about single and three phase electrical configurations.

Am I able to purchase replacement parts direct and how long will they be available?

Yes, replacement parts can be purchased direct or through our parts department. You can call us at (888) 474-2253 or fill out this simple form to order parts today. Take comfort in knowing that the majority of replacement parts are available on a continued basis. If a replacement part does become unavailable, we make every effort to find a comparable replacement for that part.

Will this baler bale aluminum, cardboard, paper, etc.?

The capabilities of a baler vary with each individual product. We do our best to list recyclable products and bale weights that each machine is designed for and include that information on each product page. If you can’t find what you need there, contact us to tell us what your needs and requirements are and we will assist you in finding the baler that will best fit your application.

What additional options are available?

There are many additional options available on our equipment upon request. Tell us your needs and requirements, as well as what application you would like to utilize your baler/compactor for, and we will be sure to include all the appropriate options for your needs in the quote we provide. Harmony Enterprises strives to continue to meet the needs of our customers’ unique requests. This includes adding options such as opposite hinged doors, caster kits, chute doors, oil heaters, filter options, wire guides packages, wireless monitoring, tipper/hopper/conveyor feeding options, etc.

Can you customize a baler or compactor to my specifications?

This is not the first, nor will it be the last time we have had a request for a custom baler/compactor. Harmony Enterprises is proud of our professional engineering staff and have customized several balers and compactors in order to meet the needs of our customers.

Why should I buy a Harmony Enterprises Equipment over another manufacturer?

Why Harmony? Harmony Enterprises manufactures the widest range of long lasting innovative waste & recycling solutions with a true partnership approach! Our sales and service staff will be there to help you throughout the entire process, from selection, to purchase, installation, and service.