News and Press — January 4, 2016York County, PA Authority Nixes E-Recycling, Blames LawThe York County Solid Waste and Refuse Authority has canceled its electronics recycling program, citing costs and complications arising from a state environmental law. Municipal satellite programs in Carroll, Fairview, Hopewell, Penn, Shrewsbury, Warrington, Dover, Fawn, Lower Windsor and Windsor townships, as well as Stewartstown and York, will also suspend activities, the press release said. Televisions, desktop […] News and Press — January 4, 2016
News and Press — January 4, 2016Sacramento’s Single-Use Plastic Bag Ban Now in EffectSacramentans will no longer receive free plastic bags at retailers starting today. In the 13 years working as a cashier at the Shell gas station in South Sacramento, Raj Tandel has never had to tell his customers: “I say no more bag.” Effective January 1, 2016, all grocery stores, large pharmacies, convenience and big-box stores like […] News and Press — January 4, 2016
Collection/Transfer — January 4, 2016CNG: Why Solid Waste and Recycling Fleet Operators Should Take an Active Role in CNG Fuel Tank SpecificationThe key for solid waste and recycling fleet operators is knowing the right questions to proactively pose before and during the specification process, particularly when it comes to the CNG fuel tank. Wayne Powers Solid waste and recycling firms continue to consider compressed natural gas (CNG) as an alternative to gasoline and diesel for […] Collection/Transfer — January 4, 2016
Collection/Transfer — January 4, 2016In the Spotlight: Alpine Waste & RecyclingAlpine Waste & Recycling (Commerce City, CO) was founded in 1999, serving Aurora, CO, with a single truck. By the mid-2000s, Alpine Waste & Recycling grew to not only have more than 75 employees and over 30 trucks, but it also began annually appearing on a local business magazine’s list of fastest-growing companies. In 2007, […] Collection/Transfer — January 4, 2016
News and Press — January 2, 2016From the Experts: Undercover BossAs we all can get caught up as managers behind a computer screen, or planning for the big picture, we sometimes forget the basics. John Paglia, III It’s that time of year again, with the holidays behind us and the new year starting, many of us can get caught up in the moment. Safety is […] News and Press — January 2, 2016
Collection/Transfer — January 2, 2016Vintage History Corner: A Family’s 65-Year LegacyThe history of a family who has been building garbage trucks for more than 65 years. Zachary Geroux I have a confession. I fell in love with garbage trucks and the waste industry at a very young age. The front loader that serviced my apartment complex twice a week holds a special place in […] Collection/Transfer — January 2, 2016
Compost/Organic Recycling — January 2, 2016Organics: Recycling Trends in Organics Recycling: Today vs. One Year Ago Throughout 2016 and beyond, the focus on reducing food waste and diverting waste from landfills will increase among government groups, politicians and businesses while more legislation, technological innovation and industry best practices will generate more organics recycling programs. Anthony DiIenno Food waste, and specifically, what to do with it and how to reduce […] Compost/Organic Recycling — January 2, 2016
Collection/Transfer — January 2, 2016Safety: Brief Keeping the Dirty Side DownRollover accidents are extremely dangerous for drivers and helpers and costly for the owner of the truck. There are often many contributing factors that cause a rollover; however, the number of accidents can be significantly reduced if drivers use a few basic tips. Will Flower Okay, let’s state the obvious … garbage trucks are […] Collection/Transfer — January 2, 2016
Collection/Transfer — January 2, 2016Management: Private Equity Spotlight: How Private Equity Views the Waste and Recycling IndustryWhen exploring the sale of a company, business owners need to understand the motivations and investment philosophies of the various types of buyers. Brad Page Over the past several months in this column, we have discussed several of the most important aspects of mergers and acquisitions in the waste and recycling industry. The topics […] Collection/Transfer — January 2, 2016
Collection/Transfer — January 2, 2016Maintenance: How a Powerful Fuel Additive Can Make a Difference for Your BusinessAlec Taylor Fuel Additives have a long and sordid past in American business history. The term “Snake Oil” is one that was appropriately given to many of them and in a few places is still used today. Fortunately, the industry has improved dramatically and in most instances the term is pretty archaic. Just as […] Collection/Transfer — January 2, 2016
Collection/Transfer — January 2, 2016Landfill Gas Management: Diverting Organic Waste: Alternative Solutions to Keeping Landfill Gas-to-Energy Projects SuccessfulIn order to keep organic waste going to landfills and LFG projects successful, consider using the Steam Injection In Landfill Process to convert the organic waste inside a landfill. Reg Renaud Lately, organic diversion from landfills has been a hot topic in publications and on the agendas of many cities and states in the U.S. […] Collection/Transfer — January 2, 2016
Collection/Transfer — January 2, 2016Planning and Analysis: Cash Flow Analysis Forestalls Long-Term DebtDeveloping a pro forma model encompassing the RWA’s projected operational costs and revenues enabled decision-makers to develop timely cash flow projections. Now the RWA has a useful tool for annual budgeting and long-term capital policies. Marc J. Rogoff and Brooks Stayer In the six consecutive years prior to 2013/14 fiscal year, the Merced County […] Collection/Transfer — January 2, 2016
