| Supplier Name | Key Products | Capacity Range | Certifications | Target Clients |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hellenic Recycling Technologies (HRT) | Hydraulic briquetter equipment, air pollution control system equipment, 2 shaft shredders | 50-2000 kg/hour | ISO 9001, CE | Industrial plants, municipal recycling centers |
| Mediterranean Hydraulics Ltd | Hydraulic press machines equipment, hydraulic briquetting machine equipment, hydraulic cutters | 100-1500 kg/hour | ISO 14001, CE | Metal workshops, small-to-medium recyclers |
| EcoPress Greece | Hydraulic briquetting machine equipment, compact granulator with dry separator equipment | 50-1000 kg/hour | CE, RoHS | Small businesses, craft workshops |
| Industrial Solutions Athens (ISA) | Hydraulic briquetter equipment, cable recycling equipment, scrap cable stripper equipment | 150-2500 kg/hour | ISO 9001, CE | Electronics recyclers, scrap yards |
| GreenTech Engineering | Hydraulic briquetting machine equipment, nano ceramic ball for ball mill equipment, dry process equipment | 100-1800 kg/hour | ISO 9001, ISO 14001 | Mining operations, battery recyclers |
| Balkan Hydraulics | Hydraulic press machines equipment, hydraulic baler equipment, hydraulic briquetter equipment | 80-1200 kg/hour | CE, TUV | Regional recyclers, construction firms |
| Athens Recycling Systems (ARS) | Hydraulic briquetting equipment, filter press equipment, water process equipment | 30-1000 kg/hour | CE, ISO 9001 | Small-scale recyclers, food processing waste |
| National Machinery Hellas | 4 shaft shredder equipment, hydraulic briquetter equipment, metal melting furnace equipment | 500-3000 kg/hour | ISO 9001, CE | Large industrial plants, export markets |
| EcoCycle Manufacturing | Li-ion battery breaking and separating equipment, hydraulic briquetting machine equipment, air pollution control machines equipment | 100-1500 kg/hour | CE, ISO 14001 | Battery recyclers, e-waste facilities |
| Greek Hydraulic Systems (GHS) | Hydraulic cutter equipment, hydraulic briquetting machine equipment, portable briquetter machine (PHBM series) | 20-500 kg/hour | CE, ISO 9001 | Mobile recyclers, small workshops |
1. Hellenic Recycling Technologies (HRT)
Founded in 1998 in Piraeus, Hellenic Recycling Technologies (HRT) has grown from a small machinery repair shop to one of Greece's most trusted names in recycling equipment. What sets HRT apart is its commitment to end-to-end solutions—they don't just sell machines; they design systems that integrate seamlessly into their clients' workflows. Their hydraulic briquetter equipment is a standout, with models ranging from compact 50 kg/hour units for small businesses to industrial-grade 2000 kg/hour behemoths for municipal recycling centers. "We worked with HRT to upgrade our metal scrap line last year," says Dimitris Karalis, operations manager at Athens Metal Recycling. "Their briquetter cut our transport costs by 30%—the briquettes are so dense, we can fit twice as much in each truck."
HRT's product line extends beyond briquetting presses, including air pollution control system equipment to ensure compliance with EU emissions standards, and 2 shaft shredders for pre-processing tough materials like old car parts. With ISO 9001 and CE certifications, they prioritize quality, offering a 5-year warranty on hydraulic components and 24/7 technical support. Their factory in Thessaloniki employs over 50 engineers and technicians, allowing for quick customization—whether a client needs a briquetter optimized for aluminum, copper, or even plastic scraps. For large-scale operations, HRT also provides turnkey recycling plant design, making them a one-stop shop for Greece's biggest recyclers.
2. Mediterranean Hydraulics Ltd
Based in Patras, Mediterranean Hydraulics Ltd has built its reputation on precision-engineered hydraulic equipment since 2005. While they offer a range of products—from hydraulic cutters to balers—their hydraulic press machines equipment and hydraulic briquetting machine equipment are their bread and butter. "Hydraulics is a science," says founder Kostas Papadopoulos. "A briquetter that doesn't apply pressure evenly can damage materials or produce weak briquettes. We spend months testing each model to ensure consistency." Their mid-range briquetters, with capacities between 100-1500 kg/hour, are particularly popular among metal workshops and small-to-medium recyclers. One client, a family-run scrapyard in Crete, praised their "user-friendly controls—even our newest employee could operate it after 10 minutes of training."
Mediterranean Hydraulics prides itself on sustainability, using energy-efficient motors and recyclable materials in their machines. Their ISO 14001 certification reflects this commitment, and they often collaborate with local universities to greener hydraulic fluids. What really resonates with clients, though, is their after-sales service. "We had a hydraulic leak on a Saturday evening," recalls Maria Georgiou of Thessaloniki Scrap Metals. "Their technician was at our site by Sunday morning—no extra charge for emergency calls." With a network of dealers across the Balkans, they also cater to international clients, exporting 30% of their production to Bulgaria, Serbia, and Turkey. For businesses that value reliability and personalized support, Mediterranean Hydraulics is a top choice.
3. EcoPress Greece
EcoPress Greece, a relative newcomer founded in 2015, has made waves in the industry with its compact, energy-efficient hydraulic briquetting machine equipment. Headquartered in Heraklion, Crete, the company targets small businesses and craft workshops that lack space for large machinery. "We noticed a gap in the market," explains CEO Eleni Vlachou. "Most briquetters are designed for factories, but a lot of small-scale recyclers need something that fits in a garage." Their flagship model, the EcoPress Mini, weighs just 800 kg and can produce 50-100 kg/hour of briquettes—perfect for jewelers, auto repair shops, or artists working with metal scraps. Despite its size, it doesn't skimp on power, with a 30-ton pressing force that handles aluminum, brass, and even small lithium battery components.
EcoPress also offers a compact granulator with dry separator equipment, which pairs seamlessly with their briquetters to process mixed materials. "We recycle old circuit boards from computers," says Nikos Tsitsonis, owner of a small e-waste shop in Rhodes. "The granulator separates the metal from plastic, and the briquetter compresses the metal into bricks—we sell them to foundries for a good profit." With CE and RoHS certifications, EcoPress machines meet strict safety and environmental standards, and their low energy consumption (just 5 kW per hour) keeps operating costs down. For startups or businesses with limited space, EcoPress proves that you don't need a huge factory to embrace efficient recycling.
4. Industrial Solutions Athens (ISA)
Industrial Solutions Athens (ISA) has been a cornerstone of Greece's industrial equipment scene since 1987, and their hydraulic briquetter equipment is a testament to their decades of expertise. What makes ISA unique is their focus on niche recycling sectors, particularly cable and electronics recycling. Their briquetters are often paired with cable recycling equipment and scrap cable stripper equipment, creating integrated lines that turn messy, tangled cables into clean copper briquettes. "Cable recycling is tricky—you have to separate the copper from the plastic insulation first," says sales director Panagiotis Mavromatis. "Our briquetter is designed to handle the stripped copper wires, compressing them into dense blocks that fetch higher prices at smelters."
ISA's briquetters come in capacities from 150-2500 kg/hour, making them suitable for everything from mid-sized e-waste facilities to large scrap yards. One of their most popular models, the ISA-Briq 2000, features an automatic feeding system and touchscreen controls, reducing labor costs. "We process over 10 tons of cable scrap daily," says a manager at a major Athens recycling plant. "ISA's line has cut our processing time by half." Beyond cables, ISA also offers briquetters for aluminum, steel, and even plastic scraps, with customizable dies to produce briquettes of different shapes and sizes. With ISO 9001 certification and a team of in-house engineers, they're a reliable partner for businesses looking to specialize in complex recycling streams.
5. GreenTech Engineering
GreenTech Engineering, based in Larissa, is where innovation meets recycling. Founded in 2010 by a team of materials scientists, the company combines traditional hydraulic technology with cutting-edge materials—like their nano ceramic ball for ball mill equipment—to enhance performance. Their hydraulic briquetting machine equipment, for example, uses nano-ceramic liners in the pressing chamber, reducing wear and extending the machine's lifespan by up to 50%. "Ceramic is harder than steel, so it doesn't scratch or dent when processing abrasive materials," explains R&D head Dr. Sofia Laskari. "It's a game-changer for clients recycling lithium ore or tailing ores, where the material is particularly tough."
GreenTech's briquetters range from 100-1800 kg/hour and are often sold alongside dry process equipment, which uses air separation instead of water to avoid wastewater issues. This makes them ideal for mining operations and battery recyclers who need to process materials without contamination. "We work with lithium mines in northern Greece," says a client. "GreenTech's dry process briquetter lets us recover valuable minerals from tailings without polluting local water sources." With ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications, GreenTech balances innovation with sustainability, and their machines are designed to be easily disassembled for recycling at the end of their lifecycle. For forward-thinking businesses, GreenTech is leading the way in next-gen recycling equipment.
6. Balkan Hydraulics
As its name suggests, Balkan Hydraulics has its sights set beyond Greece, serving clients across Southeast Europe with robust hydraulic press machines equipment and hydraulic briquetter equipment. Founded in 2003 in Thessaloniki, the company specializes in heavy-duty machinery for construction, metal recycling, and waste management. Their briquetters are built to handle rough, unprocessed materials—think construction debris, aluminum cans, or even shredded plastic—with minimal pre-processing. "Many of our clients work in remote areas, where they don't have the luxury of cleaning materials first," says export manager Ilias Karamanlis. "Our briquetters can compress mixed scraps into uniform briquettes that are easy to transport to larger facilities."
Balkan Hydraulics' product line includes hydraulic baler equipment for cardboard and paper, but their hydraulic briquetter equipment is their star. With capacities from 80-1200 kg/hour, they cater to both small regional recyclers and large construction firms. One unique offering is their mobile briquetter unit, mounted on a trailer, which can be transported to demolition sites. "We used to haul loose scrap metal from building sites to our yard," says a construction company owner in Macedonia. "Now we briquette it on-site—saves us three truck trips a day." With TUV certification for safety and a 3-year warranty, Balkan Hydraulics has earned trust across the Balkans, making them a go-to for businesses operating in tough, on-the-go environments.
7. Athens Recycling Systems (ARS)
Athens Recycling Systems (ARS) has been a staple for small-scale recyclers since 2010, offering affordable, easy-to-maintain hydraulic briquetting equipment. Based in the industrial zone of Aspropyrgos, ARS understands that not every business has the budget for high-end machinery. Their entry-level briquetters, starting at €15,000, are designed for startups and family-run operations, with capacities from 30-500 kg/hour. "We wanted to make recycling accessible," says founder Manos Kritikos. "A lot of small businesses have scrap metal piling up—old tools, broken machinery, leftover parts—but they don't know how to turn it into cash. Our briquetter lets them compact that scrap into something sellable."
ARS also offers complementary equipment like filter press equipment and water process equipment, making them a one-stop shop for wet-process recycling (e.g., separating metals from sludge). "We recycle waste from a plating factory," says a client in Corinth. "The filter press removes the water, and the briquetter compresses the metal sludge into solid blocks—we've turned a waste product into a revenue stream." What clients love most about ARS is their simplicity. "No fancy computers, just a few buttons and a manual," laughs a small scrap dealer in Nafplion. "If it breaks, their technician is here the next day—no jargon, just fixes." For businesses just starting their recycling journey, ARS provides the tools and support to grow sustainably.
8. National Machinery Hellas
When it comes to large-scale industrial recycling, National Machinery Hellas (NMH) is in a league of its own. Founded in 1972, this Athens-based giant specializes in heavy-duty equipment, including 4 shaft shredder equipment and hydraulic briquetter equipment that can handle mountains of scrap. Their briquetters, with capacities from 500-3000 kg/hour, are often part of fully automated recycling lines for municipal waste, industrial byproducts, or even car batteries. "We work with some of Greece's biggest recycling plants," says CEO George Papadopoulos. "Their facilities process hundreds of tons of material daily—they need machinery that can keep up, 24/7."
NMH's briquetters are known for their durability, with reinforced steel frames and high-pressure hydraulic systems (up to 200 tons of force). One client, a municipal recycling center in Thessaloniki, reports that their NMH briquetter has been running nonstop for 5 years with only minor maintenance. Beyond briquetting, NMH offers metal melting furnace equipment to turn briquettes into pure metal ingots, creating a closed-loop system. "We don't just sell machines—we build ecosystems," Papadopoulos adds. With ISO 9001 certification and a global network of partners, NMH also exports to North Africa and the Middle East, cementing Greece's reputation as a hub for industrial recycling tech.
9. EcoCycle Manufacturing
EcoCycle Manufacturing, founded in 2012 in Ioannina, is at the forefront of the lithium-ion battery recycling boom. As demand for electric vehicles and renewable energy storage grows, so does the need to recycle old li-ion batteries—and EcoCycle's hydraulic briquetting machine equipment plays a key role in this process. After batteries are shredded and separated, their metals (lithium, cobalt, nickel) are often too fine to transport efficiently. EcoCycle's briquetters compress these powders into dense briquettes, preventing loss during transport and making them easier to smelt. "Li-ion battery recycling is a new field, and the materials are delicate," says lead engineer Dr. Anna Dimitriou. "Our briquetters use gentle, uniform pressure to avoid damaging the metal particles."
EcoCycle pairs their briquetters with air pollution control machines equipment to capture harmful fumes released during battery processing, ensuring compliance with strict EU. Their briquetters have capacities from 100-1500 kg/hour, suitable for both pilot projects and large-scale battery recycling plants. "We're partnering with a major EV manufacturer to recycle their old batteries," says a project manager at EcoCycle. "Our briquetting step has improved the efficiency of their metal recovery by 15%." With ISO 14001 certification and a focus on R&D, EcoCycle is not just a supplier but a pioneer, helping Greece become a leader in sustainable battery recycling.
10. Greek Hydraulic Systems (GHS)
Greek Hydraulic Systems (GHS) has carved a niche in specialized hydraulic equipment since 1990, with a focus on precision tools for niche industries. While they offer hydraulic cutter equipment for metals and cables, their hydraulic briquetting machine equipment, particularly their portable models, has gained a loyal following. The PHBM series—portable briquetter machines like the PHBM-002, PHBM-003, and PHBM-004—are lightweight, mobile units designed for small-scale operations or on-site recycling. "Imagine a jewelry workshop that generates small amounts of gold or silver scrap," says sales rep Thanasis Petridis. "Our portable briquetter can compress that scrap into a solid ingot, which they can then melt down and reuse—no need to send it to a refinery."
These portable units, with capacities from 20-500 kg/hour, are also popular with mobile recyclers, who visit farms, garages, or small businesses to collect scrap metal. "I drive a van fitted with a PHBM-003," says a mobile recycler in Crete. "Farmers have old tractor parts lying around—I briquette them on the spot, pay the farmer cash, and sell the briquettes to a foundry. It's a win-win." GHS's larger briquetters, while less portable, are equally precise, with customizable dies for unique briquette shapes (e.g., hexagonal for easier stacking). With ISO 9001 certification and a focus on innovation, GHS proves that even specialized equipment can be accessible and versatile.
