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Written by Lori Lovely The spotlight usually focuses on the collection vehicle, subordinating the cart to a supporting role. However, carts face numerous demands in a dirty, abusive environment, often with little maintenance or thought given to them. Yet, their performance affects the speed and efficiency of every collection route, as well as the safety of all who use it and the sanitation of the area. Technology is now redirecting that spotlight to feature the cart. “Technology is driving the industry,...... continue reading
From: MSW Management Topics: Collection, Containers, Technology
By Lori Lovely
The most recent figures released by the US Environmental Protection Agency, which has collected and reported data on the generation and disposal of waste in the United States for more than 30 years, indicate that Americans generated 243 million tons of trash in 2009. Municipal waste, which includes household, commercial, and demolition waste, must be managed: collected, transported, processed, and recycled or disposed. Although the average size of landfills has increased, the number of landfills has ste...... continue reading
From: MSW Management Topics: Collection, Containers, Equipment
By DeWitt Smith
There’s a whole lot more than trash that goes into garbage carts, especially if you’re ordering them by the tens of thousands.... continue reading
From: MSW Management Topics: Collection, Containers, Operations
By Janis Keating
A rolloff might sit in a driveway for a week or more, or constantly located behind a local store. But instead of providing an eyesore, your rolloff can be your waste operation’s positive advertisement.... continue reading
From: MSW Management Topics: Collection, Containers, Equipment