London Waste Technology

What London Waste Technology does

London Waste Technology Limited (LWT) is a privately held UK limited company, headquartered at 165 High Street, Kensington, London, that supplies waste compaction and baling equipment alongside related collection and advisory services to commercial and institutional customers primarily in London and the wider United Kingdom. Its product portfolio spans four small compactors (Roll-Matic APS 8100, Roto-Compactor APS 800, Roto-Compactor PS 800, Roto-Compactor RC 8100), four large compactors (Mobile Pack Bin MPB 906 ST, Alpha Pack Bin APB 605 SN, Mobile Pack Bin MPB 405 SN, Roll-Packer-Jumbo RP 7700), a six-model cardboard baler line from the compact CK 50L (4-tonne compaction force) up to the industrial CK 600H (50-tonne compaction force, 2.5 t/h throughput), and a broader specialised equipment range that includes bin lifters, can crushers, drum crushers, ozone sterilisers, plastic shredders and waste food processors. The core technology relies on electromechanical compression methods, including a patented roller system (European Patent No. 0106268) on the RC 8100 that delivers compression ratios up to 9:1, plus throw-over blade, V-plate shear, and drum-compression architectures across the rest of the range.

The company operates a sales-led, consultative go-to-market model in which qualified sales staff conduct free on-premise site surveys, advise on UK and EU non-hazardous waste pre-treatment regulations, and recommend equipment and service combinations matched to each customer's waste volumes and site constraints. Revenue is generated through one-time hardware sales of compactors and balers, plus an adjacent layer of recurring or contracted services including cardboard collections, free glass collections, complete waste management, recycling advisory, and waste machine maintenance. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is quote-based, with per-unit value scaling with compaction force, throughput and feed aperture.

LWT targets enterprise and mid-market customers across hospitality and entertainment, healthcare, retail, education, arts and culture, financial services, and manufacturing and logistics; named customers include the Bank of England, British Museum, Royal Albert Hall, Gordon Ramsay restaurant group, TK Maxx, Harley Street Clinic, University College London, and Ministry of Sound. Published case studies quantify material customer outcomes such as approximately £20,000 per annum in disposal cost savings for a restaurant group and over 80% disposal cost reduction (more than £14,000 per annum) for a landmark venue, which the company uses as its primary mid-funnel marketing asset alongside downloadable EU regulatory guides.

Name

London Waste Technology

Legal name

London Waste Technology Limited

Website

https://lwtechnology.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1960

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Waste Management Equipment

NAICS

Solid Waste Collection (562111), Waste Collection (5621)

SIC

Refuse Systems (4953)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Waste Handling & Compaction Equipment (Balers, Compactors) (IMAHALAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Compactor, Container & Roll-off Services (Rental, Service & Logistics) (EUAIAGAC), Bulky Waste & White Goods Drop-Off/Transfer (BPALABAE)

Keywords

• Waste compaction equipment
• Cardboard balers
• Commercial waste management
• Recycling machinery
• Waste handling services

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Waste Equipment Sales: Sale of waste compaction and baling equipment including small compactors (Roll-Matic APS 8100, Roto-Compactor APS 800, PS 800, RC 8100), large compactors (Mobile Pack Bin MPB series, Alpha Pack Bin APB 605 SN, Roll-Packer-Jumbo RP 7700), and cardboard balers (CK series from CK 50L to CK 600H). Equipment ranges from compact units for small spaces to industrial-scale machinery.
2. Waste Management Services: Collection and management services including cardboard collections, glass collections, complete waste management services, and recycling options. Services are customized to individual customer situations and needs.
3. Site Survey and Consultation: Site survey services provided by qualified sales staff who visit premises to assess waste management requirements and recommend suitable equipment solutions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

London Waste Technology supplies waste compaction equipment (small and large compactors), cardboard balers, and specialised waste machinery to commercial and industrial customers, alongside waste collection, recycling advisory and equipment maintenance services. Sales are led by a consultative site-survey programme that pairs each customer with a recommended equipment configuration. The company also advises on EU non-hazardous waste regulations and offers ongoing collection services such as free glass collections and cardboard collections.

Product overview

London Waste Technology (LWT) offers a comprehensive portfolio of waste management equipment and services. The product range includes four categories of compactors (small and large), six models of cardboard balers, and specialized waste equipment. Small compactors include the Roll-Matic APS 8100, Roto-Compactor APS 800, Roto-Compactor PS 800, and Roto-Compactor RC 8100. Large compactors include Mobile Pack Bin MPB 906 ST, Alpha Pack Bin APB 605 SN, Mobile Pack Bin MPB 405 SN, and Roll-Packer-Jumbo RP 7700. Cardboard balers range from compact models (CK 50L, CK 151) to industrial models (CK 250, CK 500, CK 450HL, CK 600H) producing bales from 25kg to 550kg. Specialized equipment includes bin lifters, can crushers, chip granulators, drum crushers, ozone sterilisers, plastic shredders, and waste food processors. Services include complete management services, cardboard collections, free glass collections, recycling advisory, waste machine services, and site surveys. The company serves diverse sectors including arts, finance, hospitality, healthcare, retail, and transport across the UK.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Roll-Matic APS 8100 Small Compactor Small compactor that crushes and compacts waste through rotation of a specially equipped steel drum and collects compacted waste in a 920 litre wheelie bin, designed for commercial waste producers seeking lower collection costs and more efficient use of storage space.
• Roto-Compactor APS 800 Small Compactor Compact small compactor for customers with limited space who face excessive waste disposal bills; compacts waste into 600 or 800 litre bins.
• Roto-Compactor PS 800 Small Compactor Small tidy waste compactor designed to be placed directly where waste is generated, suitable for wet waste and heavy use, improving hygiene by discouraging vermin and insects and minimising smell.
• Roto-Compactor RC 8100 Small Compactor Patented small compactor that grips, tears and compacts waste with a compression ratio of up to 9:1 using a special roller mechanism for constant pressure and continuous feed; collected in a transparent PE sack and patented under European Patent No. 0106268.
• Mobile Pack Bin MPB 906 ST Large Compactor Large compactor using a pendulum blade ensuring cleanliness and low noise, capable of continuous loading with high compaction and capacity to compress up to 8 tonnes of waste.
• Alpha Pack Bin APB 605 SN Large Compactor Large compactor with a throw-over blade system for high compaction rates, a pendulum roof for trouble-free emptying, and cable or hook pickup from either end.
• Mobile Pack Bin MPB 405 SN Large Compactor Large compactor with a throw-over blade system that enables continuous feeding and high compaction at low noise without needing to hold refuse to feed the press.
• Roll-Packer-Jumbo RP 7700 Large Compactor Large compactor that uses a drum to compress waste in an open-top container, ideal for high-volume applications with bulky waste that needs to be reduced to a fraction of its original volume.
• CK 50L Cardboard Baler Vertical cardboard baler for small areas with limited space, with a semi-automatic cycle, drop-down ram for low entrances, and producing bales of 25-60kg at 4 tonne compaction force.
• CK 151 Cardboard Baler Vertical cardboard baler for companies producing substantial amounts of waste, producing 150-200kg bales at 10 tonne compaction force with a wide feed aperture for larger boxes.
• CK 250 Cardboard Baler Mid-range cardboard baler for premises with substantial waste generation, producing a mill-sized 250kg bale at 16 tonne compaction force.
• CK 500 Cardboard Baler Industrial-sized cardboard baler for high throughput premises, with diagnostic touch panel and hydraulic tip mechanism, producing 500kg mill-size bales at 50 tonne compaction force.
• CK 450HL Horizontal Cardboard Baler Horizontal cardboard baler with throughput of 2 tonnes per hour for factories or small waste processing units, with a wide feed aperture accepting bulk material up to 1400x1050mm and producing 450kg mill-sized bales.
• CK 600H Cardboard Baler Largest vertical cardboard baler in the range with throughput up to 2.5 tonnes per hour, 50 tonne compaction force, v-plate shear mechanism, magic eye start-up and bale full indicator; horizontal tie system also suits plastic bottles and aluminium cans.
• Specialised Waste Equipment Range Range of specialised waste handling equipment including bin lifters, can crushers, chip granulators, decarbonisers, drum crushers, ozone sterilisers, plastic shredders and waste food processors.
• Complete Waste Management Services Tailored complete waste management service covering collection arrangements, cardboard and glass collections, recycling advisory and waste machine maintenance for commercial and industrial customers.
• Site Survey and Consultation Service Complimentary site survey in which qualified LWT sales staff visit customer premises, discuss requirements and recommend the best waste management equipment and service configuration.

Quantifiable outcome

• 50% reduction in waste going to landfill through cardboard baling, saving approximately £20,000 per annum on direct disposal costs for restaurant group case study.
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers24 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Harmony Enterprises: Harmony Enterprises is a US-based manufacturer of cardboard balers, vertical and horizontal compactors, and specialty waste equipment — a direct product-line competitor for LWT's baler and compactor range.
• J.P. Carlton: J.P. Carlton manufactures stump cutters, wood chippers, and compaction equipment for waste and forestry applications — a relevant niche manufacturer with overlapping compactor technology expertise.
• PTR Balers & Compactors: PTR is a UK supplier of waste balers and compactors with a product range and customer base (retail, hospitality, manufacturing) that overlaps significantly with LWT's baler and compactor lines.
• Pakit: Pakit is a UK-based supplier of cardboard balers and waste compaction equipment serving retailers, distribution centres, and waste producers — overlapping closely with LWT's CK-series balers and compactor portfolio.
• Orwell Engineering: Orwell Engineering manufactures static and portable waste compactors, balers, and bin lifters in the UK, serving commercial and industrial waste producers — a direct compactor/baler peer with comparable product mechanics.
• Mil-tek: Mil-tek is a UK and Northern Europe supplier of waste compactors and cardboard balers, selling directly to hospitality, retail, and commercial customers — directly competing with LWT in the same product categories and customer segments.

Broad incumbents

• Marathon Equipment: Marathon Equipment is a major North American manufacturer of waste compactors and balers serving municipal, commercial, and industrial customers — a larger incumbent operating in the same product category with broader geographic reach.
• Wastequip: Wastequip is one of the largest North American manufacturers of waste and recycling equipment, including compactors and balers — a broad incumbent with overlapping product categories and significantly greater scale.

Others

• Kärcher: Kärcher is a global leader in industrial and commercial cleaning equipment with adjacent product lines in waste-related machinery — thematically related as an industrial cleaning/maintenance equipment incumbent, though not a direct compactor/baler competitor.

Regional players

• Bergmann Group: Bergmann is a German manufacturer of refuse collection vehicles, compactors, and waste-handling equipment — a European regional peer serving a different primary geography but offering comparable compaction technology.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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