Thursday, June 20, 2013

In-motion weighing helps scrap handlers improve loading at Calgary Metal Recycling

In-motion weighing helps scrap handlers improve loading at Calgary Metal Recycling

June 17, 2013

Calgary Metal Recycling Inc. has more than 85 years experience in processing scrap metals. Still, an efficient way to fill open-top gondolas (rail cars) accurately had been a persistent challenge. In 2012, the company went looking for a better way to get the job done. “Without having a rail scale, it’s been kind of tough,” says Steve Goodzeck, Calgary Metal Recycling. “We...

[Material Handlers, Metals Recycling, Scrap handlers ]

MHL340 E material handler features more powerful engine with lower fuel consumption

The new Terex® Fuchs MHL340 E material handler boasts a more powerful 173 hp (129 kW) turbocharged diesel engine than the MHL340 D it replaces, while at the same time lowering...

[Bins and Containers, MSW Recycling, Software and Automation, Trucks and Trailers]

Perkins Automated Container

Designed to easily convert a commercial front-loader into a fully-automated residential collection vehicle, the Perkins Automated Container (PAC) is capable of minimizing a fleet...

[Metals Recycling, Shredders ]

Saturn Dual-Shaft Industrial Shredder Series

The Saturn Dual-Shaft Industrial Shredder series from Granutech delivers 70-tons-per-day processing capacity in a variety of configurations. The Saturn dual shaft system is built...

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The shows must go on

June 11, 2013

Another Waste Expo has come and gone. The waste management industry’s biggest North American show took place from May 20 to 24 in New Orleans, Louisiana, and included equipment, technology and expertise on everything from scrap handlers to the latest in high-tech sorting technology for plastics and paper, to equipment and systems for organics recycling, as well as the latest in trucks for refuse and recyclables hauling.  

This year’s show included several firsts,...