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Onsite vs Factory Refurbishment: Why It’s Not Either/Or
There’s a persistent belief that when it comes to container refurbishment you have to choose… In reality, they’re not competing services. They’re services aimed to complement eachother. Each plays a critical role depending on your fleet condition, operational constraints and long-term strategy. When to choose Onsite Refurbishment? Onsite waste container refurbishment is designed for speed, efficiency and minimal disruption. Ideal for: Key benefits: What does it look like? This approach is effective for regional depots where scale and continuity of service are critical. Where containers are not suitable for onsite refurbishment as repairs are too extensive When to choose Factory…
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How to Use Baling Wire Safely & Efficiently
A Practical Guide to Handling Coiled Cut & Loop Baling Wire For recycling operators, waste processors, distribution centres and manufacturers, baling wire is a critical consumable that keeps operations moving. But while baling wire is essential to maintaining efficient waste handling and recycling processes, improper handling can create: Understanding how to correctly handle and use coiled cut and loop baling wire helps improve both site safety and operational performance. This guide outlines best practices for storing, opening and using baling wire safely. Information adapted from the IEG handling and usage guide. Why Choosing the Right Baling Wire Matters Not all…
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Deter pests from your waste containers
Warmer weather brings more than just sunshine! For Local Authorities and commercial operators alike, warmer weather doesn’t just increase waste volumes, it accelerates pest activity, unpleasant odours and the risk of contamination. If you’re waste isn’t properly contained, it won’t take long before bins are seen as a reliable food source for squirrels, rats, mice and other small creatures. All leading towards complaints, contamination and avoidable damage to your containers. Common entry points include: Alongside England’s Simpler Recycling reforms and Food Waste collections increasing, the need to properly secure bins is more important than ever. The Hidden Costs It’s more…
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IEG Expands UK Compactor & Baler Operations
Impact Environmental Group Expands UK Compactor & Baler Operations with Acquisitions from Brask & Cece. Droitwich, UK – 5th September 2025 – Following previous acquisitions at IEG Compactors & Balers Impact Environmental Group EMEA (IEG EMEA), a global environmental products and services business, has announced the acquisition of one of the UK’s leading providers of compactors, balers and waste handling solutions from Brask & Cece. This acquisition, which will immediately be rebranded to IEG Preston, marks the latest step in IEG EMEA’s strategy to strengthen its provision of New and Refurbished Compaction and Baling equipment whilst simultaneously expanding its UK…
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The Gold Standard at IEG Compactors and Balers
IEG proudly earned a Gold Certificate in recognition of its dedication and hard work over the past three years in fostering a positive health, safety, and welfare culture for its employees. To achieve the prestigious first-class certification, the highest recognition possible, IEG completed a thorough factory survey with the help of its trusted Health and Safety Consultants, Peninsula. The comprehensive safety report included over 100 checks across the business, all of which were passed without any concerns. The commendation comes just two years after we first gained the ISO 45001 certification, awarded for its introduction of a robust Health &…
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Environmental Recognition – A Celebratory Reflection
The announcement of The Impact Environmental Group (IEG) as a finalist in the 2024 National Sustainability Awards filled us with immense pride and gratitude. This recognition not only celebrates our dedication to providing waste and recycling products and services but also serves as a powerful reminder of the positive impact we strive to make on the environment. Reflecting on this achievement, we are reminded of the journey that brought us here, one driven by a shared commitment to sustainability, innovation, and making a difference for future generations. Being named as a finalist is not just a moment of triumph; it…
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Continental Bins Help Tackle Waste Across the Scottish Highlands
As the Scottish Highlands welcome an ever-growing number of visitors, maintaining the region’s breathtaking beauty means more than just appreciation. At IEG, we’re proud to see Continental steel bins, manufactured by at our Oak Park site, being distributed across key visitor locations as part of a wider initiative to promote responsible tourism. Read here how Councilor’s are putting their beauty spots at the heart of their sustainability initiatives. Highland Council’s investment in additional bins for laybys, rural hot spots and popular destinations isn’t just a logistical improvement, it’s a smart, sustainable step toward improving public behaviour and supporting better waste…
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The Mark IV Continental Container
Drawing upon our heritage, our waste management solution delivered from our Oak Park site bolstered its market-leading range with the development of the improved Continental Mark IV container. The best-in-class collection, over forty years since the launch of its Mark I container, we worked closely with customers and industry experts to respond directly to the requirements of the sector. Supporting IEG’s wider product range, the new Mark IV Continental family which includes, 660ltrs, 700ltrs and 1100ltrs compliments an overall offering that spans from 500ltrs to 1700ltrs. Driven by innovation, the Mark IV Continental container is built to last. The new…
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A decade-long partnership with Welcome Break
Impact Environmental Group, marked its fruitful ten-year partnership with Welcome Break, the leading motorway services group, by undergoing a major installation at a new site in Rotherham. IEG’s contract with Welcome Break has seen a considerable expansion over the last decade. The waste and recycling compactor and baler manufacturer started its relationship with the group with the remit of a fully comprehensive, third-party service and maintenance offering, and has further enhanced its support to include the design and installation of new, custom-built equipment since. Throughout the long-standing partnership, IEG has mobilised replacement equipment to 29 of Welcome Break’s sites across…
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IEG improve South East Service coverage
Impact Environmental Group (IEG), grew their field service engineer network with two new mobile service vehicles in the South East. With this investment, IEG has boosted its nationwide servicing and maintenance capabilities. Thanks to a talented team of in-house engineers, IEG is committed to providing a fast and efficient 24-hour response time, which is even quicker (within 4 hours!) for high-traffic locations like distribution centres, hospitals, and football stadiums. It’s all part of our effort to keep things running smoothly for our customers, no matter where they are. The duo of new vehicles provides greater safety and comfort, while also…
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Claire Capper talks second-hand demand
Helping to drive the circular economy, IEG Winsford gives a second life to containers that would otherwise be sent to scrap. The team buys back used containers, restores them to their former glory, and ensures they meet all the necessary standards and health and safety requirements. Recently, more customers have been opting for second-hand containers, including four-wheeled metal containers, FELs (front-end loaders), RELs (rear-end loaders), skips, and roll-on roll-off (RORO) containers. Every refurbished container goes through a thorough process. It’s repaired, fitted with any new parts needed, shotblasted for a tougher and more polished finish, and then resprayed with eco-friendly,…
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IEG secures a Hole-in-One at The Belfry
Impact Environmental Group, as part of a new contract with 1st Waste Management, installed a trio of machines at The Belfry Hotel and Resort. Working in partnership with 1st Waste Management, three custom-built machines were installed at revered hotel and resort, The Belfry. Including a mill-size baler and two portable waste compactors, IEG entered into a long and fruitful relationship with 1st Waste Management to deliver the machines as part of a rental agreement. Significantly, IEG delivered an advanced service and maintenance package as part of the comprehensive rental agreement, optimising the performance and longevity of the machines to guarantee…
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Scottish Success for IEG Continental Waste Containers
Impact Environmental Group, Leading waste management solution provider, made significant inroads in Scotland as it secured four new local authority orders in a row. Showcasing a surge in customer confidence in our pioneering offering, including the new and improved Mark IV Continental container, we celebrated an enviable tendering success rate in obtaining Recycling Improvement Fund (RIF) orders. The coveted funding is awarded by Zero Waste Scotland, the country’s government body which drives the recycling legislation and targets for all Scottish waste providers. As a result of securing the prestigious orders, we’re now providing a large volume of waste and recycling…
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Heavy Steel Expansion at IEG Winsford
A major expansion with the addition of a 1.5-acre storage facility at Winsford was all about enhancing our capacity to refurbish heavy steel containers and better serve our customers by increasing our output. The new facility has freed up valuable space at our main site in Winsford, Cheshire. This allowed us to focus on refurbishing FELs (front-end loaders), RELs (rear-end loaders), skips, roll-on roll-off (RORO) containers, recycling banks, and stillages. With the extra space, we were able to refurbish over 100 heavy steel units per month—nearly doubling our previous capacity. Our refurbishment process took place at our 80,000 sq. ft…
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Breaking Records in Container Floor Refurbishment
IEG Winsford, the UK’s leading container repair and refurbishment specialist, noted a considerable surge in demand for its metal container floor replacement service. Over the past 12 months, the company has refurbished 4,000 otherwise redundant containers and fitted them with a new base, securing significant savings for its customers in excess of £250,000. In addition to the vast cost-saving potential released when unlocking the capital tied up in damaged units by restoring them to full working order, major environmental gains have also been achieved. Throughout the refurbishment process, the durability of the floor is enhanced with lead-free anti-corrosive paint. Corner…