Waste Expo 2005
June 06, 2005

Hundreds of exhibitors attended Waste Expo in Las Vegas this year, bringing new products for use in waste management, recycling and environmental services. The following is a sampling of the products displayed. Additional products unveiled at the show appeared in the previous two issues of Waste News.

ALGAE-X has developed an in-line fuel conditioner that optimizes and stabilizes fuel. This conditioner cleans and protects the fuel injection system, filters and tanks by running the engine.

For details, call (877) 425-4239 or visit www.algae-x.net.

AMERI-SHRED has expanded its industrial shredder line to include the AMS-15000 double shred/cross cut systems. Double shredding is available on a variety of units, including the 150-hp Magnum paper shredder, which can shred 8 to 10 tons of paper per hour. Using varied shred widths, the AMS-15000 utilizes specially designed cutter hooks that rip and tear paper prior to being shredded.

For more information, call (800) 634-8981 or visit www.ameri-shred.com.

AUTOMATED ACCESS SOLUTIONS has unveiled a line of advanced entry systems that automate and streamline the waste receiving process. The system was designed to meet the needs of a variety of applications, including landfills, transfer stations, recycling facilities, and wastewater plants.

For more information, call (888) 623-4886 or visit www.automatedaccesssolutions.com.

BAYNE PREMIUM LIFT SYSTEMS has introduced the BTL 208 RHK cart lifter for rear and side loading refuse collection vehicles used in semi-automated collection. The design features a rotating hook to pick up and secure carts to the lifter. The lifter's spring-operated rotating hook automatically compensates for the variations that exist in spacing between the top lip of a cart and its lift bars.

For more information, call (800) 535-2671 or visit www.baynethinline.com.

CORE COMPUTING SOLUTIONS INC. has developed the EncoreCRM, a fully integrated, Microsoft Windows-based all-inclusive operational software system. By consolidating all components of a hauling and recycling company into a single enterprise software solution, EncoreCRM streamlines operations, improves customer retention rates and increases profitability, according to the company.

For more information, call (877) 367-2673 or visit www.corecomputingsolutions.com.

INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORP. has developed the Diamond Logic electrical system, which allows drivers and technicians to pinpoint electrical problems between the truck and the waste body for quicker troubleshooting, faster repairs and increased uptime.

For more information, call (800) 448-7825 or visit www.internationaldelivers.com.

MACK TRUCKS INC. has developed the Granite axle back model, which is suitable for refuse applications. The model has the ability to offer a conventional truck that can be optimally configured as either a rear loader or roll-off.

For more information, call (610) 709-2560 or visit www.macktrucks.com.

MAVERICK ENTERPRISES has developed a biodegradable plastic mailer. The mailer comes with tape closure in a variety of sizes and colors. The biodegradable film is designed to degrade when put in a landfill or buried.

For more information, call (704) 291-9474 or visit www.maverickent.net.

McNEILUS COMPANIES INC. has developed the M5 rear loader. This lightweight loader is available in a variety of sizes and can pack up to 1,000 pounds per yard, depending on the packing density of the material.

For more information, call (507) 374-8248 or visit www.mcneiluscompanies.com.

NATURAL AIR INC. has introduced a continuous-release odor control system to eliminate outdoor trash-bin odors. The device was designed to withstand the rigorous dumping process.

For more information, call (719) 685-5472 or visit www.naturalairinc.com.

ONSET COMPUTER CORP. has developed the HOBO pendant logger, a miniature data logger that records underwater temperature and light levels at depths up to 30 meters. The pendant provides accuracy to within 0.5°C and up to 52,000 readings, making it suitable for long-term deployment. The logger features a one-year user-replaceable battery and an eyelet for easy mounting with cable ties.

For more information, call (800) 564-4377 or visit www.onsetcomputer.com.

PRO-VISION has developed the Pro-Vision rear roll-off video system, which utilizes a camera built into a standard market light. The camera mounts in the center of the rear bumper area.

For more information, call (800) 576-1126 or visit www.provsnusa.com.

WEIMA AMERICA INC. has developed the WL(K) series single-shaft shredder. Machines are fit with rotors that have screw-mounted drive-side shaft journals. The screw connection allows the journals to be hardened beforehand. The resulting improvement in hardness increases the torsion and flexural stress limits of the shaft journal, which helps to prevent wear and damage.

For more information, call (803) 802-7170 or visit www.weimaamerica.com.

Send product information to Charlotte McCraney at cmccraney@crain.com.