Advocacy <\/strong> Trucks<\/strong> Recycling Trends: <\/strong>Rebuilding Faith in Recycling<\/strong> Telematics<\/strong> Facilities Planning and Design<\/strong> Automation: <\/strong>Tackling Film Contamination with AI and Automation<\/strong> Shredders\/Grinders<\/strong> Industry Game Changers: <\/strong>Ellen Voie: A Trailblazing Leader<\/strong> Maximizing Fire Detection in Waste Facilities with Effective Sensor Selection and Placement<\/strong> Leachate Management<\/strong> Waste Management<\/strong> Labor Issues<\/strong> Perspectives<\/strong> Shredders\/Grinders<\/strong> PFAS<\/strong> Contamination Issues<\/strong> Truck Equipment Case Study<\/strong> Guest Commentary<\/strong> Waste Conversion Case Study<\/strong> Safety<\/strong> Maintenance<\/strong> Business Strategies<\/strong> NAHMMA Corner<\/strong> <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" In this issue: Advocacy Developing Infrastructure: The Case for Advocacy and Outreach Exploring the advocacy and benefits of community outreach when advancing infrastructure projects in North America. Trucks Sign of […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1775,"featured_media":109024,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_price":"","_stock":"","_tribe_ticket_header":"","_tribe_default_ticket_provider":"","_tribe_ticket_capacity":"0","_ticket_start_date":"","_ticket_end_date":"","_tribe_ticket_show_description":"","_tribe_ticket_show_not_going":false,"_tribe_ticket_use_global_stock":"","_tribe_ticket_global_stock_level":"","_global_stock_mode":"","_global_stock_cap":"","_tribe_rsvp_for_event":"","_tribe_ticket_going_count":"","_tribe_ticket_not_going_count":"","_tribe_tickets_list":"[]","_tribe_ticket_has_attendee_info_fields":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[95],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-109280","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-magazine-articles"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n
\nDeveloping Infrastructure: The Case for Advocacy and Outreach<\/strong>
\nExploring the advocacy and benefits of community outreach when advancing infrastructure projects in North America.<\/p>\n
\nSign of the Times: Making the Move to Electric<\/strong>
\nA combination of factors indicates all systems are go for electric vocational vehicles.<\/p>\n
\nAs stakeholders in its success, all of us in the recycling industry need to step outside our silos and work together to create a more cohesive user experience that will ultimately serve all our interests.<\/p>\n
\nSafety First: How Telematics and Dash Cams Can Increase Safety in Waste Management<\/strong>
\nFleet telematics devices and smart dash cams are valuable tools for fleet operators who seek to improve safety, reduce wear and tear on vehicles, and minimize liability. By combining the power of these tools, fleet
\noperators can reduce accidents, avoid false claims, and save critical taxpayer dollars.<\/p>\n
\nPitfalls to Watch Out for When Designing a Recycling Facility\/MRF<\/strong>
\nIf the design phase of the MRF is not handled properly you may encounter many difficulties during permitting, construction, and operations, which can lead to years of escalated operations costs and loss of revenue. Make sure you ask the right questions.<\/p>\n
\nThe expanding identification capabilities of AI systems paired with sorting mechanisms specific to recycling operations will help address the plastic waste crisis and divert millions of tons of recoverable material from landfills annually.<\/p>\n
\n5 Horizontal Grinder Wear Parts to Inspect Regularly<\/strong>
\nMaximize your grinder\u2019s productivity by replacing wear parts at the optimum time.<\/p>\n
\nAs the founder of the Women in Trucking Association, Ellen Voie has trailblazed a path in the trucking industry, advocating for more diversity, creating benchmarking studies, and growing the association to include women in all aspects of profession nationwide.<\/p>\n
\nInfrared cameras have emerged as an effective tool for detecting early signs of fire in waste piles, enabling facility operators to take preventive measures and avoid or minimize the spread of fires.<\/p>\n
\nTreating PFAS in Leachate<\/strong>
\nWhile we may have our preferred methods of vetting solutions, it is essential to recognize that each solution has its unique advantages and drawbacks. By working strategically with this in mind, we can create a technological ecosystem that is not only efficient and effective but also sustainable and inclusive.<\/p>\n
\nDigitalization of Waste Removal Processes<\/strong>
\nSustainability regulations and the demand for safer and more efficient operations make it clear the digitalization of waste removal processes is vital and inevitable. Digitalization of Waste will not solve every operational problem, but it can reduce the time it takes for you to discover an issue and fix it.<\/p>\n
\nThe Competitive Employment Market<\/strong>
\nIf you manage your business well, there is no reason why you cannot have the pick of the litter on the labor market because you can afford to give better pay, better benefits, and offer a better culture to your employees and customers.<\/p>\n
\nDavid Biderman: The Next Chapter<\/strong>
\nAs a 25-year industry veteran, David Biderman has been one of the leaders and advocates at the forefront of waste and recycling issues. Recently completing a successful tenure at SWANA, he discusses his goals,<\/p>\n
\nTurning Waste into Profit<\/strong>
\nFind opportunities for efficiency and additional profits in your waste stream using horizontal grinders and shredders.<\/p>\n
\nPFAS Received by Landfills Now in the Regulatory Crosshairs<\/strong>
\nThe EPA is increasingly concerned about threats to the environment and human health from PFAS found in landfill leachate. Here is how landfill operators can respond.<\/p>\n
\nAddressing Contamination with Technology\u2014Before Materials Make it to the MRF<\/strong>
\nFrom cutting-edge advancements in sortation that rely on sensors and AI, to digital tools for recycling education, truck cameras and live video, and software-enabled route optimization, technology is creating new ways for solid waste leaders to keep streams clean by influencing every aspect of the material journey from collection point to depot.<\/p>\n
\nIn it for the Long Haul<\/strong>
\nCollege HUNKS franchisee relies on easy-to-use hooklifts.<\/p>\n
\nA Look at 2023: Moving Forward at American Waste Control<\/strong>
\nFrom creating a strong company culture to addressing environmental issues and focusing on the future development of key initiatives, American Waste Control reflects on 2022 and moving forward in 2023.<\/p>\n
\nThe 40 Million Ton Gold Mine<\/strong>
\nEfforts to divert food waste from landfills are expanding across the U.S. But once this waste has been collected, how can haulers and municipalities make the most of it?<\/p>\n
\nHow Much Money Should I be Spending on Gloves?<\/strong>
\nWork gloves are the first line of defense against the most common hand injuries facing waste industry workers.<\/p>\n
\nUsing Lubricants for Engine Protection<\/strong>
\nThe engine is the heart of any vehicle. Engine oil is not only vital for ensuring the protection, function and efficiency of a vehicle\u2019s engine, but selecting the right lubricant can also reduce down time and associated maintenance costs, improve fuel economy as well as contribute to your fleet\u2019s sustainable efforts.<\/p>\n
\nUrban Mining: Transforming Your Waste Management Company into the Largest Seller of Precious Materials<\/strong>
\nBuild a strategy you need to transform the WEEE you collect into a \u201cgold mine\u201d for your business.<\/p>\n
\nHandling Very Small Quantity Generator\u2019s Waste and How to Assist Larger Generators<\/strong>
\nInsights into the regulatory aspects of handling business waste at HHW facilities.<\/p>\n