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The article previews several products for the waste management sector, including the O'Brian Tarping Systems from Skyhook Tarper, the Expandable Garbage Gear from tarpARMOR, and the SurroundScan Protector HD Digital Metal Detector from Advanced Detection Systems.

The article focuses on the pilot test between two kinds of collection equipment, an automated side loader (ASL) and an automated front loader (AFL), conducted by Charleston County, South Carolina and Kessler Consulting Inc. Both trucks are described to have a close price point and were driven by only one driver. The AFL is presented to have come out to have more lifts per hour, be more fuel efficient, and have lower maintenance costs.

The article previews several waste management products, including the LCD601 access monitoring system from Keytroller LLC, Safety Integrity Level Signal products from Pfannenberg, and the Parallelogram Wash Bay Lift Packages from Rotary Lift.

This section offers information on various products designed for waste management including the Blow-Molded 3100 Series Waste Kart from Ameri-Kart, Mobile Refuse Handler from Arlington Equipment Corp., and MBTL 180 Cart Lifter from Bayne Premium Lift Systems.

The article evaluates several refuse disposal equipment and supplies including Donovan Enterprises' Hydraulic Rolloff Tarp System, Roll-Rite's DC300 Automatic Tarping System, and Bridgestone's M860 Radial Tire.

The article evaluates several products for the refuse disposal industry, including the Blow-Molded 3100 Series Waste Kart from Ameri-Kart, the Mobile Refuse Handler from Arlington Equipment Corp. and the MBTL 180 Cart Lifter from Bayne Premium Lift Systems.

The article evaluates several equipment and supplies for the solid waste industry including the LoadMaxx Onboard Digital Scales from Air-Weigh, Model 2590 Chipper from Bandit Industries, and RG42P XL Rotary Shredder from Vecoplan.

The article features balers and container compactors for the waste industry including the Accent 470 Wire Tier System from Accent Wire Products, the Ram II Narrow Box Series Baler from American Baler, and the Single Ram Continuous Extrusion Balers and Shredders from Maren Engineering Corp.

A list of solid and hazardous waste equipment and their suppliers in the U.S. is presented, which include Marketing Strategies & Solutions, Action Equipment Co. Inc., and Ameri-Kart Corp.

The article evaluates several waste management equipment and supplies including the MBTL 180 Cart Lifter from Bayne Premium Lift Systems, residential carts from Cascade Engineering, and the Guardian Utter Receptacle from Otto Environmental Systems North America.

The article evaluates several products of interest to waste management companies including the mobile rear vision monitor camera systems from Alliance Wireless Technologies, the OSS65-ANSI Class 3 Winter Parka from Orion Apparel and the PreView Radar System from Preco Electronics.

The article features several products for the waste industry, including the MegaKart Residential Waste Cart from Ameri-Kart, the MBTL 180 Cart Lifter from Bayne Premium Lift Systems, and Perkins Automated Container from Perkins Manufacturing.

A directory for buyers of solid and hazardous waste equipment, products and services in the U.S. is presented.

The article discusses the uses of baler technology in recycling plants. Balers are one of the key factors limiting throughput at recycling plants. Balers are needed to handle 30 tons per hour of corrugated cardboard and 40-plus tons per hour of newspaper. However, balers also pose tremendous risks to life and limb. And the larger the baler, the greater the potential risk. Safety measures developed by the U.S. Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) combined with voluntary standards developed by the solid waste industry working through the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) are helping to reduce injuries and fatalities caused by baler accidents.

The article discusses issues related to the "Mobile Wastes and Recyclable Materials Collection, Transportation and Compaction Equipment -- Safety Requirements," the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Z245.1-2007 standard for refuse vehicles. According to Michael Lambert, corporate director of safety with Fort Lauderdale, Florida-based Republic Services, the ANSI safety standards are a way for them to say to people and companies new to the industry that they have learned certain lessons about safety the hard way. The new standard requires that manufacturers provide operating control levers or joysticks for automated side loaders that require sustained manual pressure to operate, so that when the driver releases the lever or joystick, the arm will stop moving.

This article evaluates several products used in the refuse disposal industry in the U.S. as of February 2007, including the OnLine Scrap software from TR & Associates, the Snapshell IDR camera scanner from Card Scanning Solutions, and the SelecShred single-shaft grinder from Allegheny.

The article presents information on several products for waste management. Ameri-Kart offers the MegaKart for residential waste handling, which can hold up to 335 pounds of materials and feature a full-width handle and a domed lid. Bayne Premium Lift Systems, introduced its updated Taskmaster cylinder lift for a variety of material handling applications. Cascade Engineering is offering an automated waste data collection system that can track carts and collect weight information from radio frequency identification chips that are embedded in the carts.

This article discusses the effectiveness of tarping systems in boosting the efficiency of operations of waste management companies in the U.S. A manual system is less expensive than a semi-automated or fully automated tarping system, and requires less maintenance because of the lack of automated components. Safety and efficiency are among the reasons that haulers often opt for a semi- or fully automated tarping system instead of a manual one.

The section presents the winners of Waste Age's 2005 Truck and Container Design Contest. The Best Overall Truck and Design award was received by Flag Container Services of Staten Island, New York. Like the company's other roll-offs, the winning truck body is white, and features an eagle head covering the hood surrounded by a rippling flag and stars. The hood design mimics a hard hat created after Sept. 11, 2001. Meanwhile, the Best Front Loader award was presented to Waste Pro of Longwood, Florida for its Mack/New way front loader. Gators, grouper, sharks and mermaids are the creatures that grace the sides of Waste Pro's trucks and containers. On the other hand, the Best Side Loader went to Public Works of Metro Nashville, Tennessee. The winning Mack/Heil truck is typical of the city's side loaders, which depict three houses lining a neighborhood street, an orange cart and the slogan, Help us keep Nashville clean! Next is the Best Rear Loader award which was granted to Stafford Solid Waste based in Warsaw, Indiana. The winning Kenworth/Loadmaster rear loader features a black body with blue and gray pinstripes on the cab which highlights the truck body's natural lines. On the other hand, the white container creates a contrast by displaying the company's red, blue and gold logo.

The article offers guidelines on the factors to consider when purchasing balers. When looking for an equipment, it is important to consider a facility's production demands and the types of materials it handles, as well as anticipate its growth and size the machine accordingly. The future needs of the recycled materials buyers should also factor into the baler purchasing decision. Cost and operational convenience are other factors to weigh. Valley Recycling based in Chatsworth, California selected its baler because it produces higher density bales, which reduce shipping costs and baling wire expenses. For instance, if a baler can produce a 2,500-pound bale with the same height, length and width dimensions as a 2,000-pound bale, then a company will save wiring costs over the long-term. Considering how much the price of steel has increased in months, reducing the money a company spends on wire can be very important. Service and value are important in selecting the right baler. Buying the right baler requires analysis of factors, from the types of materials your facility processes to the purchase cost. However, undertaking the analysis before making a purchase can help ensure that a baler effectively serves a facility.

Evaluates several waste industry products. Whisper Series carts from Ameri-Kart; Ecolo airSolution air deodorizer from Ecolo; M-Class truck bodies from Haul-All Equipment; Rear loader from McNeilus; Glide-slat floor transfer trailer from Martin Marietta Composites.

Presents a buyers' guide to equipment and supplies for the refuse disposal industry of the U.S. for 2005. Bags; Backhoes; Landfill compactors.

Presents a buyer's guide to solid and hazardous waste equipment, products and services in the U.S. for 2004.

Features waste management equipment and supplies. BossKart and MegaKart carts from Ameri-Kart; BTL 208 cart-tipper from Bayne Thinline; CurbAssist automated arm loaders from High Road Equipment Co. Inc.

Features several waste disposal trailers and loaders. Low Profile tipper for trailers from Columbia Corp.; East Unloader aluminum transfer trailer from East Manufacturing; Hooklift Loader from Stellar Industries Inc.

Focuses on the use of geographic information systems (GIS) by waste management executives. Benefits of GIS in routing efficiency; Applicability of the GIS system for routing operations; Design of a routing software built on top of a GIS system.

Features several equipments for composting and green waste processing in the United States. Physical description of the SRS-36x156 "Boss" Auger Shredder from American Pulverizer Co.; Digital feed system of the Auto Feed Plus from Bandit Industries Inc.; Design of Harvester Sahara from Becker Underwood.

Features several waste hauler equipments in the United States. Models of the residential automated vehicle from Central Tank of Oklahoma Inc.; Physical description of the Super Cubster from Haul-All Equipment Systems; Design of the R-90 multi-compartment rear loader from the G&H Manufacturing Ltd.

Focuses on the importance of heavy landfill equipment in landfill operation in the United States. Assets of landfills; Factors considered in purchasing landfill equipment; Determination of equipment size and capacity; Electronic features of heavy equipment.

Points out the importance of the choice of equipment in the operations of a waste company as illustrated in the case of Worldwide Recycle. Background history of the company founded by Ted Blackburn; Source of information on how to run a profitable waste processing company; Types of equipment used by the firm. INSET: Standing Up to Standards.

Discusses key factors to consider when buying a solid waste compactor. Landfill capacity; Wear life and maintenance requirements of compactor wheels; Operator comfort; Protection for machine components.

Provides an overview of roll-off and tilt-frame vehicles used in waste management. Inclusion of a parallelogram lift with rectangular-tubed steel offered by Advantage/Global Lift Systems Inc.; Roll-off trailers, dump trailers and hooklift trailers from Benlee; Hooklifts offered by Consolidated Fabricators Corp. for a variety of applications.

Focuses on shredder systems designed to reduce waste material into small, uniform pieces. Inclusion of high-volume paper shredders and systems for mobile or centralized operations offered by Allegheny Paper Shredders; Low-speed, high-torque shredders manufactured by American Pulverizer Co.; Columbus McKinnon Corp.'s introduction of its CM Chip Shredder.

Explores key considerations in buying balers for waste management operations. Use of balers; Diagnostic and control features; Determination of types of materials processed; Assessment of future capacity; Attributes of suppliers which should be considered before buying.

Describes several trucks, engines tires and transmission products from various manufacturers in the United States for waste disposal applications. Includes American Isuzu Motors' 1999 Class six and seven commercial trucks; Bandag Inc.'s two additional types of tire treads; Eaton Corp.'s six-speed transmission model. INSET: Trucks Go High-Tech.

Reports on developments in shredding machinery for refuse disposal. Includes the centralized paper shredding system from Allegheny Paper Shredders Corp.; Hydraulic-powered shredders from American Pulverizer Co.; Tire shredder from Columbus McKinnon Corp.

Presents strategies for selecting transfer trailers with features suitable for refuse collection. Criteria to consider when choosing a trailer; Assessment of disposal mechanisms. INSETS: Smart Trailer Spec'ing;Prevention is the Word.

Discusses cost-effective payment options available for purchasing waste management equipment. Benefits of paying in lump sum cash; Examination of financing options offered by banks and leasing companies.

Offers tips in using balers in waste processing facilities. Determination of baler needs; Research on baler specifications and resources; Evaluation of offerings and prices from baler manufacturers. INSETS: Are two better than one?;Baler material application guide;Using Baler standards to increase safety.

Focuses on the improvements in the automation of garbage collection systems in the United States. Limitations of early automated products; Enhancements in the hydraulic systems of automated garbage trucks; Debates over the level of sophistication of automated trucks; Improvement in the design and materials of automated carts. INSET: Improving productivity with options.

Presents manufacturers' advice to customers when purchasing stationary compactors for waste disposal. Includes preference on quality over price; Availability of preventive maintenance program and service contract; Valuing researches and canvasses; Finding out garbage output; Understanding relationship between unit design versus application; Awareness on compactor's hopper size.

The article discusses a study which was aimed at determining the association between recycling rates and technological advancements, and also the changes in the human behavior in recycling. It says that the impact of the WeRecycle bin on recycling was investigated in microsocial and macrosocial environments. Meanwhile, it mentions that the study also intends to examine the WeRecycle bin's long-term impacts.

The article provides information on products related to waste industry which include GD3015 Rugged Tablet PC from General Dynamics Itronix, Eco-Safe Digester from Marathon Equipment Company and TC550 Compactor from Terex.

The article offers brief information on several waste industry equipment including the HogZilla HZL-625OT Horizontal Track-Mounted Grinder from CW Mill Equipment Co., the 4300 Drum Chipper from Peterson Corp. and the On-Board Scale from Air-Weigh Scales.

The article evaluates several waste management equipment including the Model 2590 Chipper from Bandit Industries, the 5064 Horizontal Grinder from DuraTech Industries and the RG42P XL Rotary Shredder from Vecoplan.

The article evaluates several waste handling equipment including Ameri-Kart's Blow-Molded 3100 Series Waste Kart, Bayne Premium Lift Systems' MBTL 180 Cart Lifter and Perkins Manufacturing's PAC automated can.

The article evaluates several balers and container compactors including Accent 470 Wire Tire from Accent Wire Products, Ram II Narrow Box Series baler from American Baler and VB Vertical Balers from Cram-A-Lot/J.V. Manufacturing.

This article features the operation of the organic waste collection company Greenco Environmental based in Norcross, Georgia. The company collects food waste, yard waste and wood waste from companies in the southeastern U.S. to create a compost. Greenco provides self-contained compactors and/or open-top containers to high-volume customers.

The article explores the advantages of using automated tarp systems in waste management. Fleet managers say the fully automated systems they use are as efficient as they could have ever imagined. Many medium- to large-sized haulers already have replaced manual or semi-automated tarping systems with fully automated systems or are in the process of doing so. The Southeastern Public Service Authority (SPSA) operates a fleet of 110 municipal solid waste trailers out of its Portsmouth, Virginia facility and has begun to convert its old tarping systems to fully automated systems. One of the biggest problems associated with fully automated systems when they were first being developed were increased maintenance costs, either from poor system design or failure due to driver error.

The article evaluates a selection of waste management equipment including the MegaKart from Ameri-Kart, the BTL 208-12 Slider Latch cart lifter from Bayne Premium Lift Systems and Universal System Design Cart containers from Schaefer Systems International.