Investing upfront in a compost factory

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Land Recovery Inc's new 154,000 sq ft compost factory near Tacoma, WA, is designed to handle more than 250 tons a day of a wide range of organic feedstocks, including commercial food residuals and yard trimmings. It is currently handling 200 tons a day, with eight employees working seven days a week. Strong emphasis has been placed on controlling odour emissions, and a high-tech odour management system was a key element of the $11 million capital investment in the facility.

Design and construction, Buildings and facilities, Compost plants, Tacoma, Washington, Land Recovery Inc.

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Source separated stream MRF

Article Abstract:

Waste management services company Waste Management operates a three-bin curbside collection service in Seattle. It collects around 6,000 tons of recyclable material, including paper, cardboard, newspapers and metal, every month. Waste Management employs an efficient sorting system which includes a quality shaker screen, trommel and air classifier.

Services, Recycling (Waste, etc.), Recycling, Waste Management Inc. (Houston, Texas), WMX

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