a baler for recyclable materials and any other materials . the baler includes a power unit . an operator console on a deck at a front of a hopper , which provides for operator observation and operation through a high tech control system . material is fed into the hopper , such as by a conveyor . a compression chamber under the hopper and a bale chamber is at a forward end of the baler for baling of the materials and subsequent discharge by an ejection ram across a bale run - out table for later disposition . a control system provides the capability of automatic control for the baler , as well as diagnostic assistance when necessary . the baler is also the primary building block for a completely automated municipal recycling facility . the baler can bale such materials as corrugated cardboard , news print , magazines , computer paper , flattened cans , round cans , plastic bottles , scrap aluminum , scrap copper , aluminum radiators , as well as any other miscellaneous materials required for baling on a real time basis .