by MARY M. COX
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According to the Environmental Protection Agency, nearly 28 percent of total municipal solid waste is food waste, with a recovery rate of 2 percent. After recovery through recycling or composting, food waste is the largest category of discards at 21 percent. This represents a significant amount that can be recycled or composted and diverted from landfills. A wide range of containers are used by countless entities and individuals in an attempt to do just that.
Bomac manufactures polyethylene material handling carts. From the recycle cart to bulk containers, products are designed for the demands of light to heavy duty recycling. The recycle cart is Bomac’s top selling cart and was designed specifically for the recycling industry. It is available in two sizes: 14.4 cubic feet and 23 cubic feet. Each cart is constructed of a FDA compliant tub mounted to a powder coated steel channel base with heavy duty hard rubber casters.
Aleiha Hanson, sales representative, reports that “a lean manufacturing process allows Bomac to manufacture a cart to customers’ specific needs and environment. Standard products typically ship within ten business days, available in a multitude of colors. Upgrades available include larger casters, fork bases and more. Accessories are also available, including lids – locking, slotted or standard; dividers and custom logo and text decals.”
Additional products like bulk containers are available in three sizes for large storage and collection. Specialty carts are available for trash and more. Bomac shares common ownership with other manufacturers, Royal Basket Trucks and Anthros PVC Products.
The Curotto-Can system can be used for residential waste, single-stream recycling, green waste, food waste, and “take-all” routes where operators even collect bulk items. The can is installed on front loaders and is used to convert a commercial front loader into a residential front loader. “The can will hold up to 4 ½ cubic yards per lift cycle and has the fastest load time of any automated system on the market. It delivers a proven 25 percent to 30 percent productivity advantage over automated side loaders (ASL). By using the robust reliability of a Heil Odyssey automated front loader, this carry can delivers game-changing performance that will allow service to more customers, more quickly, in more applications. Front loaders have a track record of robust construction and proven reliability, durability, and up time. Standardizing your fleet with the Curotto-Can system provides operational flexibility with fewer collection vehicle models to maintain. When operators are ready to switch from residential to commercial routes, the can may be dropped in a safe location in approximately five minutes,” Frank Kennedy, sales director, explained.
He said the low lift-over height of the Curotto-Can, combined with a hopper that is four times larger than that of an ASL, makes it easy to collect oversized cardboard containers, uncarted bags and other bulk items. ASLs have a small hopper opening, compared to the Curotto product, even on drop-frame units, and so cannot accommodate larger items. Curotto-Can operators have a simple two step work circle for bulk that can’t be grabbed with an arm. Operators can exit the cab, hand-load the material, and return to the cab in seconds.
Kennedy said, “The Curotto-Can Automated Carry Can combined with the Heil Odyssey automated front loader is the fastest growing segment in the refuse collection vehicles market. Curotto-Cans will fit existing units with the use of a Curotto retrofit kit. Alternately, packages are available with Heil for the AFL with the Odyssey control system. The Odyssey system seamlessly integrates the AFL and the Curotto-Can. We have been serving both domestic and international markets for over 15 years.”
ORBIS manufactures plastic bins, carts and composters that aid in improving recycling rates and reduces the amount of waste going to landfills. “The ORBIS GreenBin2 was designed in response to an increasing demand for a smaller, more appropriately sized container to collect source separated organics in residential and commercial applications. Our 12 gallon cart was designed for easy storage and collection of food scraps to help municipalities divert more food waste from landfills. A 360 double rim closure and secure front latch eliminates spills and traps odors, and a lid lock helps minimize animal access,” stated Art McKenzie, account manager.
ORBIS also offers plastic curbside collection recycling boxes, organic recycling bins, the Systern Rain Barrel and the Earth Machine™ Backyard Compost Bin to improve recycling rates, conserve natural resources and help the environment. These products have been used by municipalities and haulers in the U.S., Canada and beyond for decades. “With value-added educational programming, community outreach and environmental expertise, our team of experts work with municipalities and haulers to identify organic waste recycling/diversion goals and assist in planning curbside recycling or diversion programs to meet the needs of residents. We provide customizable organic waste recycling solutions unique to the specific needs of the municipality. Typically, organic waste recycling regulations are set at the state or county level. Nationally, we know that many municipalities and commercial businesses are seeking zero waste status. Through a proven five step process, ORBIS is able to mitigate potential challenges and develop the best solution to help improve recycling rates. From kitchen to curbside or backyard, ORBIS offers products and programs to drive efficient organic waste recycling,” McKenzie said. ORBIS Corporation is a subsidiary of Menasha Corporation.
Published in the January 2016 Edition of American Recycler News