July-August 2009

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PROFILE PRODUCTS
Profi le Products has introduced a new costsaving landfi ll alternative to soil or tarps: BioCover alternative daily cover (ADC). BioCover is a hydraulically applied product manufactured from Thermally Refi ned wood fi bers combined with cellulose fi ber and a viscous hydrocolloid tackifi er. Upon application, it provides a uniform layer between landfi ll waste and the surrounding environment. Less expensive than other covers and easier to apply, BioCover is a superior alternative to soil, mulch, or plastic daily covers.
www.profi leproducts.com

PETERSON CORP.
A growing number of specialized biomass applications requires short-fi ber, thin wood chips. These include the wood pellet industry, co-milling with coal, and certain gasifi cation processes. Peterson’s popular 5900 chipper and 5000H model delimber-debarker chipper can now be readily adapted to produce uniform chips as short as 0.25 inches (6–7 mm) and 0.08 inches (2 mm) thick. Wood chips need to be a consistent thickness for uniform process control in a digester or dryer. Short fi ber length is especially important if the chips will be further reduced in a hammermill. If low bark and ash are a requirement, the Peterson 5000H can achieve less than 1% bark content in many conditions. The Peterson 4800 standalone fl ail debarker can also be paired with the 5900 disc chipper for low bark applications.
www.petersoncorp.com

VISHAY SI
Vishay SI Technologies manufactures onboard and other weighing systems for municipal and commercial applications. Onboard scales mounted on packers, rolloffs, tractor/ trailers, and dump-bodies increase the profi tability of hauling operations. Weighing systems for lifters for semiautomated applications and on the arms of fully automated vehicles are available for PAYT programs and to enhance recycling efforts for residential and commercial applications alike. Portable Axle Scales and scales mounted on wheel loaders (Vishay Evergreen Weigh’s “Tuffer” loader scale) increase effi ciency for transfer station operations. Dealer inquiries are welcomed.
www.weighingsolutions.com

BULK HANDLING SYSTEMS
Bulk Handling Systems (BHS) designs, manufactures and installs processing systems to effi ciently extract recoverable materials from wastestreams, thus minimizing residual volumes sent to landfi lls and preserving precious natural resources through demonstrated carbon footprint reduction capabilities. The Eugene, OR–based company is the leading supplier of processing systems for the solid waste, recycling, forest products, and power generation industries and continues to develop new generation products and systems while adding to an extensive list of patented technologies.
www.bulkhandlingsystems.com

TROJAN TIRE
Trojan Tire, the manufacturer of Reusable Soft Core, the patented rubber Air-Cell tire fi ll, is pleased to announce its new extra-deep skid-steer tire. Users receive a complete assembly that is ideal for the demands of waste management applications. Performance features include improved productivity and planned maintenance but with a truly shock-absorbing ride. In keeping with the industry’s environmental commitments, Trojan’s products are better, as they greatly reduce watershed/ landfi ll water hazards when compared with other hardriding tire fi ll products.
www.trojantire.com

STELLAR INDUSTRIES
Garner, IA–based Stellar Industries has introduced the Cable75, a 75,000-pound capacity cable hoist, at the Waste Expo show in Las Vegas. This is an improved redesign of the SI60 model. Through innovative design, Stellar has decreased the shipping weight, which increases payload up to 1,700 additional pounds. Other features include a 47-degree dump angle, fewer cylinders and seal kits to maintain, improved cable routing, use of stainless steel pins, grease zerks and bushings, and the use of wear strips. All of these features are offered at a competitive price.
www.stellarindustries.com

ONSPOT TIRE
Onspot of North America Inc., the exclusive distributor and manufacturer of the Onspot Automatic Tire Chain System, has announced that the company will hold its pricing for new automatic tire chain systems for the 5th year in a row. The last price change was 2004. As volumes have increased, the company has worked closely with its suppliers to keep material costs under tight control. Additionally, the company has invested in several computer controlled machining centers for its Indiana factory. This allows Onspot to machine several components at one time rather than having one person drill one hole on a Bridgeport machine. This process has the added advantage of extremely close tolerances, thereby providing high-quality pieces in a shorter amount of time. Onspot Chains are now offered as a factory installed option from over 215 OEMS and are available for retrofi t from over 1,100 dealers throughout North America.
www.onspot.com

KEITH MANUFACTURING CO.
The most popular system sold by Keith Manufacturing Co., the Running Floor II drive, has recently been updated for the waste industry. The Keith Running Floor II DX features an improved cylinder design, updated check-valve design, improved corrosion resistance, and a new, standardized plated tubing design. In addition, Keith is doubling the warranty on the new drive to two years. Unlike similar unloading systems, the cylinders of the Running Floor II drive contain two rods and two pistons for durability and increased performance.
www.keithwalkingfl oor.com

CONCORD GEOTECHNICAL
Concord Geotechnical offers the full line of Leister Extrusion Welders. Customers can now weld seams, patches, boots, and sumps in PE or PP liners and covers with state-of-theart plastics welding technology. The full-sized model S-6 (pictured) cranks out 13 pounds per hour using a 5 mm rod. The compact model S-2 has a 360-degree rotatable welding shoe and an all-in-one, lightweight design for ease of use in tight spaces. All models feature brushless preheat and programmable dual temperature display. Concord is a full-service plastic welding tool supplier, with wedge welders, extruders, tensiometers, and more.
www.concordgeotech.com

CUROTTO-CAN
Curotto-Can and AMCS Group are pleased to announce the results of a joint development initiative with Curotto- Can’s introduction of the Scalin’ Eagle. This innovative Curotto-Can hardware design is powered by the AMCSproven RFID and weighing software solution called My LBs, which is deployed in over 1,000 vehicles in Europe and recently deployed in the US. The primary market for Scalin’ Eagle is targeted to meet growing demand for recycling incentive programs and to address the emerging markets of pay-as-youthrow waste programs. The weighing accuracy and effi ciency of the Scalin’ Eagle on the Curotto-Can front-end loader is unprecedented in the industry. www.thecurottocan.com

AMCON ENVIRONMENTAL
AmCon Environmental Inc., located in south central Kentucky, is a well-known manufacturer of alternate daily covers (ADCs). The company’s covers are shipped throughout the US, PR, South America, and Canada. AmCon strives to exceed customer expectation through quality, service and satisfaction. AMCON ADCs are made with the highest regard to strength and performance. Stocked sizes are 50 feet by 50 feet, 50 feet by 100 feet, 100 feet by 100 feet, and 100 feet by 150 feet. Custom orders are welcome. All orders are fi lled promptly. Chain and cable pockets can be added if needed.

NOBAC
With the rising concern and awareness over odor control, the waste management industry is now looking for innovative products that would address the various aspects of odor problem. Foul odor has been recognized to not only bring distress to those who can smell it but it is also associated with other concerns like personnel health, safety, and the environment. NOBAC Urban is a plant-sourced concentrated liquid that is diluted and applied on any surface or material that would need deodorizing. This biodegradable product removes odor through enzymatic deodorization, attacking noxious gasses that act as sources of foul odor. Since it is safe and convenient to use, this product offers the perfect solution in reducing odor in hauling vehicles, transfer stations, compacting, and landfi ll operations.
www.nobac.net

MOHAWK LIFTS
All Mohawk 2 Post Lifts now carry a 25-year structural warranty. This will cover the columns, carriages, and swing arms. Established in 1981, no Mohawk two-post lift user has yet to “wear out” a Mohawk lift. Mohawk is the only lift company that manufactures its lifts to last forever. “We made our warranty like our lifts because we know a shop can’t wear out a Mohawk lift,” says Rick Wells, company president.
www.mohawklifts.com

ECOLAWN
The self-propelled Ecolawn Top Dresser/Compost Spreader is a new innovation for the application of all kinds of soil mixes. At the design level, Ecolawn is based on mechanical systems drawn from the heavy top dressers that are used on sports fi elds. Thanks to a stable wheelbase and rear wheel, Ecolawn is easy to control, easily making 90-degree and 180-degree turns around obstacles. With a width of 34 inches, Ecolawn is suited for residential and commercial uses alike. Designed to save time, eliminating labor and operating costs, Ecolawn is the most versatile and cost-effective material handler on the market.
www.ecolawnapplicator.com

MSW Management’s ShowCase is based on information supplied by manufacturers. Some manufacturers did not respond to requests for information. Publication of materials received is subject to editing and space availability.

Author's Bio: Neal Bolton is a consultant specializing in landfill operations and management.