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Q: What is a Self-Contained Compactor?
A: A Self-Contained Compactor is used for compacting mainly wet types of waste but can take both wet and dry waste materials. The packer head (compactor) is unitized to the receiver body and entire unit is removed to be serviced. What remains on site is the power unit and the container is hauled off to a landfill to be emptied and brought back.  Select a model based on a capacity needed but always keep in mind that if you are discarding wet waste, loads can get heavy quickly.  Most jurisdictions nationally allow a ten (10) ton load limit for waste compactors in transit.  Generally these compactors are used for weekly volumes of more than 100 cubic yards of loose (uncompacted) wet or dry/ general waste materials.  In most cases these units are not good for recycling of OCC Cardboard. 
Q: Why should I consider a Self-Contained Compactor for my site?
A: This type of compactor is excellent for containment of waste "juices" (EPA official name is Leachate) that traditionally builds up over a three to four day period anytime putricable waste (type that rot) are discarded. You should also consider this type of compactor as it prevents scavenging (dumpster diving), reduces employee theft (shrink), cuts down on insect and rodent infestation, and above all, reduces collection costs. 
Q: What kind of waste/recyclables can be disposed of in a Self-Contained Compactor?
A: The self-contained compactors are normally used for restaurant, grocery store, and any application with waste that generate liquids that may leak from the unit.  They are ideal for collection of food wastes, grocery spoilage items, loose paper and some OCC Cardboard, etc.  You do not want to use these machines for wood scrap, metal recycling, dirt and or brick/block disposal. 
Q: What are the options that can be placed on a Self-Contained Compactor?
A: Typical options placed on the self-contained compactor are Access Interlock Switches, Container Guide Rails (sometimes refered to as Guide Angles), Hinged or Static Breaker Bar Teeth (excellent for the prevention of waste "springback" as typical with cardboard and plastics), Multi-Cycle Timer, Pressure Gauge, Advance Warning (3/4 Full) and Full Lights, Fully Enclosed Doghouse, Single and Double Locking Access Doors, etc.  Other options that can be used are Hand and Toe Rails, Security Chutes (both Rear and Side Feed), Ozone Systems and Spray Type Odor Control Systems, Oil Coolers, Oils Heaters.  We will assist you with the selection of needed options that will solve your daily waste reduction and disposal requirements. 
Q: What are the various sizes available?
A: The industry "normal" sizes are usually between the thirty (30) and thirty four (34) cubic yard sizes.  Many manufactures make these units in sizes reflecting as small as 12 to 15 cubic yard all the way up to the forty (40) to forty four (44) cubic yard size.  Please also keep in mind that many manufacturers make Vertical Compactors that range in sizes from two (2) to eight (8) cubic yards in capacity. When you consult with AEECLLC, we will advise you as to what sizes best reflect your current and future waste flows, costings, and needs.