Chute-Fed Compactors

 Chute-Fed Compactors are a popular choice for many commercial waste-handling applications. They provide a streamlined waste disposal system that reduces waste volume, increases trash removal speed, and prevents rodents from entering the building. Read on or visit Waste Cost Solutions for more information.

They are used in hotels, office buildings, and commercial warehouses to dispose of solid waste, paper, cardboard, or other dry materials that would otherwise be thrown away in large loads. They also serve as a valuable tool for construction sites and landfills, where they compress the materials into smaller loads that are easier to transport and dispose of.

These trash compactors are built to last and come with a comprehensive warranty, making them an attractive investment for your facility. In addition, the compactors are available in a wide range of styles and sizes to fit your specific needs.

High-Rise Apartments, Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Healthcare Facilities, and Hotels are familiar places that need a high-duty, chute-fed compactor. These units are installed in the trash room and receive waste from a building chute or an existing trash room on the ground floor.

The Compactor operates with an electric eye that senses a load of waste in the loading hopper and activates the ram to compact the garbage into a container. Once the ram is full, it will stop automatically, and the container is wheeled out for pickup by the hauler.

This type of Compactor is perfect for buildings with limited space in the trash room. It is also ideal for reducing the amount of trash disposed in the building's landfill, decreasing environmental costs, and promoting a healthy environment.

A typical model is less than 71" long and can be configured with operating controls mounted on either side of the Compactor. In addition, it features a one-sided container latching system, which makes changing containers faster and easier than double turnbuckle latches.

It is also equipped with a remote alarm light, which can be set to inhibit the opening of the trash chute when operated in conjunction with an electrical interlock system. Its small footprint allows it to be installed in tight spaces that standard trash compactors cannot fit.

The Compactor comes with a convenient, user-friendly interface. Three indicator lights are located on the control panel to monitor the ram's progress and allow for easy operation of the unit.

When the ram is in motion, it displays a green light. When it is not in motion, the light changes to red. This alerts the operator that it is time to empty the ram.

Maintenance is essential to keeping the machine in good working order. Weekly maintenance includes checking the hydraulic oil level and examining for possible leaks and excessive heating. In addition, the photoelectric sensor and reflector should be cleaned before each container replacement or change-over.

Your staff or an Authorized Service Representative can conduct preventative maintenance. However, the following are a few basic steps to take to keep your Chute-Fed Compactor running smoothly and efficiently: