From the Experts — September 29, 2020Being Flexible in a Changing IndustryThe business world of yesterday is not what it is today. To keep your ship pointed in the right direction and moving forward, you must have the ability and vision to make changes on the fly. By John Paglia III At this point in 2020, I am sure all of us are growing tired of […] From the Experts — September 29, 2020
Magazine Articles — September 29, 2020The Importance of Waste Conversion TechnologiesWith the challenges the industry faces, including cost, contamination and soft markets, waste conversion technologies can be more ecological, cost-efficient and create more jobs at the local level. By Robert Redfearn Now is the time to invest in waste conversion technologies. Burning fossil fuels for energy makes little sense. A 100w light bulb lit 24/7 […] Magazine Articles — September 29, 2020
Magazine Articles — September 4, 2020How Do Lubricants Meet the Needs of Waste Fleets?Lubricants today meet the unique needs of waste fleet operators as well as the operational needs of modern engine technology. The latest heavy-duty engine oil technology can secure substantial savings for waste operators. By Darryl Purificati At the heart of a waste fleet’s equipment is its engine oil—the vehicle’s lifeblood, which helps it run smoothly […] Magazine Articles — September 4, 2020
Magazine Articles — September 4, 2020How Video Technology is Transforming Safety for Waste and Recycling FleetsWith the dangers involved in waste pickup, taking precautionary measures to improve safety demonstrates a company’s commitment to its drivers and communities, along with the overall safety culture of the company. Video-based safety technology allows companies to improve driver performance as well as avoid costly repercussions like nuclear verdicts, property damage and workers’ comp claims. […] Magazine Articles — September 4, 2020
Magazine Articles — September 3, 2020Teaming Up with a Strategic Partner to Increase RevenueHow dumpster companies across the country expand their operations with innovative partnerships. By Sara Cifani We can all agree that owning a dumpster rental company is a highly competitive business. Depending on the number of well-established haulers in your region, it might be difficult to build a relationship with large construction companies. Without strategic marketing […] Magazine Articles — September 3, 2020
Magazine Articles — September 2, 2020Wastewater Treatment Technology Does Not Have to be New to be DisruptiveThere has long been a recognition among waste professionals that waste should be seen and treated as a potential resource. Indeed, the development of a truly sustainable circular economy depends on it. With developments such as ZLD, the technology is now available to make such societal changes a reality. By Matt Hale The term ‘disruptive […] Magazine Articles — September 2, 2020
Magazine Articles — September 2, 2020The Three C’s: COVID-19, Collections and CommunityCOVID-19 is changing the world and as the world learns to interact and communicate differently, CWS’s commitment to help create green, sustainable communities through recycling will continuously improve. By David Duong As Northern California’s premiere recycling company, California Waste Solutions (CWS) provides commercial and residential recycling services in San Jose and Oakland, two of the […] Magazine Articles — September 2, 2020
From the Experts — September 2, 2020Building a TeamBuild your team at a pace you can control, understanding that growth will not happen overnight. If you are patient and strategic, things will fall into place. By John Paglia III Building a team is one of the greatest reasons a company can succeed. The leader of the business can have the vision, but the […] From the Experts — September 2, 2020
Landfills — September 1, 2020Leachate Generation Trend After Closure of a Subtitle D LandfillThe Glades County Landfill in Florida was a unique landfill since the entire surface area of the landfill was closed in a single construction event. This provided the opportunity to monitor leachate generation in a very controlled manner. By Ali Khatami, Ph.D., P.E. and Myles Clewner, LEP Glades County (County), FL, is the owner of […] Landfills — September 1, 2020
Magazine Articles — September 1, 2020Natural Attenuation and Low-Energy, Recirculating Well Pairs as Options for Mitigating Leachate Releases from Contemporary LandfillsExamining the potential viability of natural attenuation and low-capacity well pairs for removing narrow leachate plumes originating from lined landfills. By Paul F. Hudak Solid waste impoundments often pollute groundwater. Both older, poorly contained landfills and contemporary landfills may release leachate to the subsurface. Leachate passes through small holes or tears in liners beneath modern […] Magazine Articles — September 1, 2020
Magazine Articles — August 31, 2020Reducing Slip, Trip and Fall Hazards in your MRFMRFs need to have a plan to, first and foremost, keep people safe, and also to reduce claims costs. It is something that needs to be addressed every day, hour by hour. By Brian Haney Every MRF shares a common safety concern: the work environment presents an inherent risk for slips, trips and falls. All […] Magazine Articles — August 31, 2020
Magazine Articles — August 31, 2020Preparing MRFs for SuccessBy leaning on industry close-out best-practices, while incorporating some modifications to address the unique considerations for an MRF, the close-out can give the owner the tools needed to run their facility in a safe and efficient manner going forward. By Evan Williams When constructing a new or retrofitting an existing Material Recovery Facility (MRF), the […] Magazine Articles — August 31, 2020
