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Another AI-driven sorter hits the MRF market

Published: March 3, 2020
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The RoBB-AQC is capable of making up to 70 picks per minute. | Courtesy of Van Dyk Recycling Solutions

Recycling equipment manufacturer Bollegraaf has unveiled its latest-generation sorting robot, and Van Dyk Recycling Solutions is marketing it in North America.

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Amid pandemic, MRFs face new worker safety challenges

Published: April 7, 2020
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MRF executives have noted staffing and procedural changes to deal with the coronavirus.

As the coronavirus continues to spread, recycling facilities are increasing distance between employees, sanitizing common areas and, in at least one case, halting the practice of punching in and out on a time clock.

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Facility Focus: Area Recycling, Inc.

Published: April 13, 2020
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With material buyers today paying less for recyclables but demanding higher quality, some recycling companies have cut back or closed.

Peoria Disposal Company (PDC), however, has rolled with the punches – and hit back with a multi-million-dollar upgrade to its Pekin, Ill. materials recovery facility.

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Standing too close? MRF asks workers to write that down

Published: April 21, 2020
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Portland, Maine-based Ecomaine runs a 50,000-square-foot MRF, as well as a waste-to-energy site and landfill. | Photo courtesy of Ecomaine/Credit: Brian Fitzgerald

Many recycling facilities track throughput, materials composition, contamination and other data points. One operator in the Northeast is now bringing meticulous measurement to social distancing.

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GFL releases first-quarter earnings

Published: May 19, 2020
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Like the other haulers, GFL reported first-quarter commodity prices were substantially down year over year. | H_Ko/Shutterstock

GFL Environmental reported the first-quarter average recyclables price was down 32% year over year. But since then, the price has increased, with OCC hitting $200 a ton in some areas.

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COVID-19 cases disrupt more recycling programs

Published: June 30, 2020
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Medical masks arranged on a blue background.

Industry group SWANA is working with the federal government to supply free face coverings for the waste and recycling industry. | beton studio/Shutterstock

Coronavirus infections among workers have caused a MRF to shutter and delayed collection of recyclables elsewhere. The federal government and one state are working to provide masks and funding to help programs cope.

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Tools aim to foster better MRF contracts

Published: July 7, 2020
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Signing a contract.

A new guide helps public agencies and private MRF operators craft contract language both sides find fair. | fizkes/Shutterstock

A MRF and municipality may feel their contract is fair, until a dive in commodity prices or spike in contamination leaves someone unhappy. A new report from The Recycling Partnership strives to help the parties prepare for difficult circumstances.
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