Abstract: The present invention includes a packaging, carton and container compacting and storing module including a receptacle. The module also includes a drive assembly and a compacting assembly. The drive assembly is operably connected to the compacting assembly, and, during a compacting operation, the drive assembly drives the compacting assembly into the receptacle.
Abstract: A can crushing and storing module has a chassis, a crushing unit, and a storage unit. The crushing unit includes a drawer, which is slidable into and out of the chassis, and a can crushing device that is mounted in the drawer.