Did You Know Waste Volumes Spike After Christmas?
For many businesses, January puts immediate pressure on waste systems. Increased packaging, post-Christmas returns, stock clear-outs and reduced holiday collections often push waste volumes higher – without any increase in available space.
With the new year underway, it’s a good time to start as you mean to go on and ask the simple question: is your waste equipment still keeping up with demand?
What’s Driving the Waste Increase
After Christmas, a small number of predictable factors cause waste volumes to rise:
Returned, damaged or surplus stock
Waste backlogs from holiday shutdowns
This surge in material quickly exposes weaknesses in waste handling. Equipment may run at capacity, storage areas can fill faster than expected and teams often spend more time dealing with loose waste.
January: The Prime Time to Review Waste Operations
With waste levels already elevated, January gives businesses a clear view of how well current systems perform. It’s a practical time to check whether equipment capacity and processes still meet operational demands.
Key questions to consider include:
Are your balers and compactors coping comfortably with current volumes?
Are you using valuable floor space efficiently?
Do waste handling routines support busier periods?
If you don’t currently use a baler or compactor, could the right equipment help you manage waste more efficiently?
How CK International Can Support You
A short review can often uncover simple ways to make waste handling easier – from reducing time spent dealing with loose material to easing pressure during busy periods and making better use of space.
At CK International, we provide baling and compaction solutions designed around how your business actually operates, helping teams work more efficiently, reduce overflow, and manage waste more effectively day to day – with the potential to even turn waste into profit.
Find out how CK International can help your business optimise waste operations- get in touch today for a free consultation.