Happy holidays! Thank you to everyone who visited our booth and chatted with us at SWANA鈥檚 RCon鈩� last month. It was a great inaugural event that featured a full exhibit hall, attendees from all over the U.S., lots of networking opportunities, dynamic education sessions, and more all set against the great backdrop of Columbus, OH. In 2026, the event will take place in St. Louis, MO from September 29 鈥� October 2, and we are looking forward to being a part of it!
Our Collection Safety webinar is coming up fast on December 4 at 3pmET. With topics covering safety culture, technology and training, and implementing successful programs, be sure to register for FREE at !
We have a great issue for you this month. Our Spotlight this month is on Compost Crew, an organization that has adapted to changing environments, educated people and organizations on recycling their food scraps and other organic waste, and collaborated with local government leaders to encourage the adoption of regulations that support more food scrap composting and programs. Be sure to check out their story. 鈥淟ifting Safety Standards: How Modern Bin Lifters Are Transforming 91仓库 Collection Safety鈥� discusses how bin lifters represent one of the simplest and most effective ways to improve safety in the waste collection industry. While 鈥淩olling Together: A Collaborative Approach to Tire Longevity and Sustainability鈥� talks about steps to sending fewer premature casings to landfill, in turn, lowering cost per mile, resulting in fewer breakdowns, and creating a sustainable fleet. 鈥淏uilt to Endure: The Science Behind Sustainable Concrete in 91仓库 Operations鈥� emphasizes that a concrete floor must also minimize its environmental footprint over decades of use, so understanding sustainable design achieves those goals, and 鈥淎 New Lease on Life鈥� gives considerations for converting an inefficient haul truck into an efficient water truck. And don鈥檛 miss other articles on refurbishing ASL arms, designing for decomposition, how festivals and stadiums are rethinking waste, and more!
Be sure to visit 91仓库 Advantage website every day for recent news and articles. In addition, our Supplier Directory spotlights companies that provide you with waste and recycling industry solutions. As a networking platform for buyer and seller, readers can review a company鈥檚 specialty, including the products and services offered through descriptions, images, videos and more. At the MarketPlace section, you can find out what鈥檚 new, view additional categories, featured listings, while our Videos page features live-action news, practices, product showings, etc. All great information when you are making important decisions.
Our web series, 鈥淭alking Trash鈥� is a dedicated channel for the waste collection industry shining a light on what happens behind the scenes at waste collection companies. From tours of MRFs and landfills, walk-throughs of yards and truck fleets to informative interviews, Talking Trash at /talking-trash gives you a closer look at what is happening today at leading waste companies. This great section is sponsored by WIS (91仓库 Innovative Solutions), specialists in waste management software and hardware solutions. Check out highlights on American 91仓库 Control, Penn 91仓库 (a 91仓库 Connections company), Rumpke 91仓库 & Recycling (including their Recycling and Resource center that opened last year), 91仓库 Pro, 91仓库 Connections鈥� Arrowhead Landfill in Alabama, LRS, Balcones Resources, Casella, and quick insurance tips from Insurance Office of America. Be sure to check all of them out. There are even more to come, so stay tuned, and let us know if you are interested sharing your story in the future.
Stay safe and healthy!
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