Container Fullness Measuring Systems

TrashMinder Container Fullness Measuring System

TrashMinder Container Fullness Measuring System

TrashMinder® is the most advanced system available for measuring and reporting container fullness. It also controls and reports container usage. Several models are available, all with special features. Fullness TrashMinder models will send a signal to a fax, pager or computer when containers are full. From one computer, TrashMinder can manage up to 4000 compactors (each with a TrashMinder monitor)! The software generates a range of reports which display compactor status or usage information. The Usage TrashMinder models allow control of compactor access. From a computer, accounts can be added or deleted. On-site, users simply input an ID number or insert a magnetic strip ID card to access the compactor.

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Trash Manager

Trash Manager Fullness Measuring System

The Trash Manager optimizes compactor performance thereby paying significant dividends to the customer interested in recycling or offsetting increasing disposal fees. The Trash Manager System causes the full force of the compactor to be exerted for up to one minute. Conventional systems use a pressure switch which is activated by a pressure spike causing the unit to shutdown and signal a full container, therefore, the refuse is subjected to the true compaction force of the machine for only a very brief moment. To take full advantage of this method of compaction, the Trash Manager includes a set of four indicator lights signaling when the container is approximately 70, 80, 90, and 100% full. To eliminate pressure spikes, the sensors read the hydraulic “back pressure” exerted by the compressed refuse against the face of the ram after the ram has ceased its forward motion. A remote indicator light station is available for installation in, for example, the manager’s office for enhanced cost control.

Available for factory installation only. All remote controls are contained in NEMA 13 enclosure and connected to power pack with 13′ of Sealtite.

Full Container Light

Full Container Light

The Full Container Light is activated when the normal shutdown pressure has been reached. On achieving shutdown pressure, the compactor will automatically stop and the Full Container Light, which is built into the remote push button station, will turn on. To reactivate the compactor for normal operation, it is necessary to empty the container and depress the lens cover which deactivates the Full Container Light circuit.

Advanced Warning Light

Advanced Warning Light

The Full Container Light is activated when the normal shutdown pressure has been reached. On achieving shutdown pressure, the compactor will automatically stop and the Full Container Light, which is built into the remote push button station, will turn on. To reactivate the compactor for normal operation, it is necessary to empty the container and depress the lens cover which deactivates the Full Container Light circuit.

Pressure Gauges

Pressure Gauge

The Pressure Gauge is fluid filled and is furnished with 15′ of hydraulic hose so that it can be mounted adjacent to the packer’s push-button control station or mounted on the power pack if remote pack is selected. It reflects the packer’s system pressure and enables the operator to determine when the container is approaching its “packed out” state. Also available is a Dual Needle Pressure Gauge for easier readings.


Container Usage Measuring Systems

Keymaster Meter System

Keymaster Meter System

The Advanced Control System – The Mark-Costello Keymaster Meter System provides controlled compactor use for security and accountability. Compactor can be operated only be means of individual, bonded keys. Each key activates its own meter which electronically registers the keyholder’s use of compactor.

TrashMinder Usage Monitoring System

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