Good, better, best, never let it rest

Article Abstract:

Professionalism is at the forefront of recycling and composting program management in the US. The methods employed for the programs are being revised to accomodate more material and be cost-effective. Recycling companies are experimenting with material sorting methods, loaders, and material collection vehicles. Vehicle prototypes and odor controling biofilters are being developed. The Compost Operators Forum, that will be held in May 1996, will discuss fire prevention in feedstock piles.

Editorial, Innovations, Refuse and refuse disposal, Waste disposal

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Gaining performance data: monitoring compost process and quality

Article Abstract:

Compost process and quality are monitored by using laboratories and through in-house testing to maintain moisture, proper carbon:nitrogen ratios and compost stability. The moisture content of windrows is determined by using a dry oven. Its temperature is determined by using an analog windrow thermometer. Also, aerating windrows must comply with the Process to Further Reduce Pathogen required by the Texas 332 Composting Regulations.

Quality management, Compost

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Organics recycling may get digested look in Iowa

Article Abstract:

Issues are presented concerning the techniques used by the Bluestem Solid Waste Agency to recover biogas from its waste recycling plants. The agency composts 118,000 tons of paper sludge and yard trimmings per annum.

Iowa, Production management, Environmental policy, Biogas, Cedar Rapids, Iowa

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