Reconditioned balers and recycling equipment, rebuilt in Lorain, Ohio
Used balers, shredders and conveyors from all major brands, evaluated, rebuilt and tested at our shop before they ship. Inspected, not just resold.
Browse reconditioned inventory · Financing available
- 100+ years combined experience
- Factory-trained technicians
- Installation, training and service
- Rebuilt and tested in Lorain, OHIn our own rebuild shop
- Factory-trained techniciansInstallation and field service
- 100+ years combined experienceIn industrial recycling equipment
- OH · MI · KY · PA · Western NYWhere we sell reconditioned equipment
What reconditioning covers
Hydraulics
Pumps, valves and cylinders inspected, resealed or replaced.
Electrical and controls
Controls, wiring, switches and sensors checked and repaired.
Structure and wear parts
Chamber relining and worn components restored.
Safety systems
Interlocks and safety devices verified.
Tested before it ships
Run and tested at our shop before delivery.
Shop reconditioned equipment
Two-ram balers
For recyclers, MRFs and high-volume, multi-material baling.
Vertical balers
For retail, warehouses and plants with moderate volume.
All reconditioned inventory
Horizontal balers, shredders, conveyors and more.
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Why buy reconditioned
Costs less than new
Get proven equipment for less than a new machine.
Available from inventory
Machines in stock skip the build time of new equipment.
Backed locally
Installation, training, service, parts and wire from one team.
How it works
Tell us what you need
Your material, volume, space and budget.
We match the equipment
We recommend machines from inventory and send a written quote.
Delivered and installed
Delivered, installed and commissioned on-site.
Trained and supported
Operator training, then maintenance, parts and wire.
Frequently asked questions
What does reconditioned mean at Black River Trading?
Each machine is evaluated, rebuilt and tested at our Lorain, Ohio shop before it ships. Depending on the machine, that covers hydraulics, electrical and controls, structure and wear parts, and safety systems.
Which brands do you recondition?
We recondition balers and recycling equipment from all major brands.
What if I don't see what I need in inventory?
Tell us what you're looking for. Our inventory changes often, and we can let you know when a matching machine comes in.
Do you install reconditioned equipment?
Yes. We deliver, install and commission the equipment and train your operators.
Do you service the equipment after the sale?
Yes. Our factory-trained technicians provide preventive maintenance, field service and parts within a four-hour service radius of Lorain, Ohio.
Is financing available?
Yes, through our financing partner. See how equipment financing works or ask us when you request a quote.
Tell us what you're looking for
Fill out the form below. In the message box, include:
- The type of equipment you need (or a listing you're interested in)
- The materials you process and your approximate volume
- Your facility location and available space
- Your budget and timeline, if you have them
- Your company name