Magazine Articles — May 1, 2019How Truck Rentals Can Bolster Growth and OpportunityThe rental of refuse trucks continues to grow for many reasons beyond crisis management. Whether it is leveraging rentals for growth or consistency and reduction in maintenance costs, it can be a smart way to best manage your fleet. By Zach Martin Last June 2018, Waste Advantage Magazine published the editorial piece on “Rent is […] Magazine Articles — May 1, 2019
Magazine Articles — May 1, 2019Rethinking Plastic FELsHaving a thorough understanding of how and where the equipment will be used is central in determining whether steel or plastic FELs and dumpsters are right for you. By Pedrito Gella Those who think that plastic front-end load containers (FELs) are not for them should think again. Recent changes in design and manufacturing processes have […] Magazine Articles — May 1, 2019
Magazine Articles — May 1, 2019Electric Fans Gain Traction in Engine CoolingA field comparison of traditional mechanical fans to new electric fan technology. In the late 1970s, electric fan technology for engine cooling was introduced to the automotive racing and performance industries. Compared to traditional belt-driven fans, the benefits of electric fans for cooling performance and efficiency became evident. They were quickly adopted as the standard […] Magazine Articles — May 1, 2019
In The Spotlight — May 1, 2019In the Spotlight: Balcones Resources: Building on Success and LongevityTransforming from paper recyclers to a full-service environmental company, Balcones Resources works with their customers to reach zero waste goals, educate employees, achieve LEED certification and take the first steps towards a new recycling program. Kerry and Becky Getter founded Balcones Resources in 1994 in Austin, TX. At the time, the only commodity being actively […] In The Spotlight — May 1, 2019
Magazine Articles — April 30, 2019Get to Know…Shawn MandelVice President – Safety and Risk Waste Connections How long have you been in the industry?: 24 years How did you get involved? What was your first job?: BFI as a District EHS Manager Who was your biggest influence?: My parents instilled a strong work ethic, demonstrated an example of faith and taught me […] Magazine Articles — April 30, 2019
From the Experts — April 30, 2019The Importance of Community Outreach and Public EducationThe great benefit of being actively involved is that you can control your own destiny. You do not need others to speak for you, you can do it in a professional manner and achieve the outcome for the greater good of the people you serve day in and day out. By John Paglia, III Anything […] From the Experts — April 30, 2019
Magazine Articles — April 30, 2019Headlight Safety: Let There Be LightBroken or cloudy headlights reduce driver visibility and may limit the ability of other drivers from seeing you. During pre-trip and post-trip inspections, drivers should examine headlights to ensure that they are working and providing adequate light. Cloudy and damaged headlights should be repaired, restored or replaced as needed. By Will Flower Headlights are critical […] Magazine Articles — April 30, 2019
Magazine Articles — April 2, 2019Growing the Bottom LineTwo years ago, Mike Kochergen, President and Owner of All Valley Environmental and Green Valley Recycling, found a simple way to measurably reduce costs and increase profits—without any substantial investment or disruption. Today he continues to enjoy the benefits of what he discovered back then. Serving hundreds of customers in the Fresno area, All Valley […] Magazine Articles — April 2, 2019
Magazine Articles — April 2, 2019Odor Control by Atomized Mist Aids Sugar Beet ProcessingWith odor management as the company’s top priority, Michigan Sugar’s odor complaints have been down since implementing BossTek’s solution. By Mike Lewis Michigan Sugar is the third-largest beet sugar processor in the U.S., and the only remaining sugar company in the state of Michigan. Originally founded more than a century ago when six independent sugar […] Magazine Articles — April 2, 2019
Magazine Articles — April 2, 2019Efficiency that Goes to Waste: Choosing the Right Size of Roll-On Container for Refuse HaulingBecause there is a substantial amount of other refuse that needs hauling from building projects, demolition jobs and disaster cleanups, consider not only what type of container you need but the most efficient equipment available. By Andy Jansma Waste hauling is a big job, but it is not solely the task of purpose-built municipal garbage […] Magazine Articles — April 2, 2019
Landfills — April 1, 2019Hazardous Waste Treatment: Onsite, Transfer Station or Landfill?Hazardous waste has properties that make it dangerous or capable of having a harmful effect on human health or the environment because it is generated from many sources and comes in many forms: liquids, solids, gases and sludges. It is going to take a herculean effort, along with the willingness to invest in the development […] Landfills — April 1, 2019
Magazine Articles — April 1, 2019Tackling Domestic Organics RecyclingIt is time to rethink how we collect our recycling streams and what metrics we are tracking for success. By Rachel Oster It is a trend we have heard about at every industry conference from the U.S. Composting Council, to WasteExpo to SWANApalooza: recovering organics, the largest percentage of the waste stream, is going to […] Magazine Articles — April 1, 2019
