Abstract: A system and method for materials recovery using a mobile materials recovery facility (MMRF) are provided. The presently disclosed subject matter aims to replace manual sorting lines and techniques with a mobile, robotized sorting line to automate the separation by using, for example, cameras, artificial intelligence assisted hyperspectral material recognition algorithms, and/or other sensor technologies (such as optical, RADAR, SONAR, and/or LIDAR), for treatment and removal of contaminations in the recycling, organics and residues streams.

Abstract: An automated system to monitor, record, and stop landfill harmonic vibrations before they become detectable to the local community is provided. Key components of the system are measured and monitored for vibration intensity and duration. When any of these measurements exceeds critical set point values, the landfill gas blower speed is reduced or the system is shutdown.

Abstract: A system and method for remote monitoring and control of landfill and recycling operations provide an intelligent centralized platform for remote, real-time industrial data gathering and process control for management of landfill and recycling operations such as leachate, gas, water and other liquids. The system and method can directly upload machine data (such as liquid volumes, flows, level, equipment runtime, sorter data, status, etc.) into a centralized platform. This data can be used for analytics and automation of processes and equipment control.

Abstract: A system and method for recovering high-quality biomethane (RNG) from biogas sources are provided. The system and method improve upon conventional practices and yield a biomethane product which meets strict gas pipeline quality specifications. An online sample is captured of a gas stream in near real-time at a pressure swing adsorption vessel, and the online sample is analyzed to detect the presence of one or more targeted products such as CH4, CO2 or N2. The system and method are an improvement to the overall methane recovery efficiency for biogas processing facilities, specifically with regard to PSA control to prevent over or under saturation of the PSA media.

Abstract: Disclosed are embodiments of a system and method for baling recyclable materials and managing the baling of recyclable materials. The apparatus for baling includes a baler for compressing and baling recyclable materials, a scale, label printer, and a processor. Certain embodiments further comprise at least one digital camera, RFID dispenser, and an internet connection that allows the processor to transmit collected data to a remote database for further analysis. The disclosed method for baling recyclable materials comprising the steps of baling materials; weighing the bale automatically using a digital scale operably connected to the processor; recording the weight of the bale automatically; and printing a label which displays the recorded weight of the bale. Additionally, the method may comprise inputting information and/or automatically recording data, and/or automatically transmitting the data associated with a bale to a remote database.

Abstract: A system and method for vehicle drive path analysis for a waste/recycling service vehicle are provided. The system and method can enable identifying of the customers and/or container locations for waste and recycling collection routes using vehicle drive path analysis and parcel data analysis. Some non-limiting properties that can be derived from the analysis include the customer location, address of customers, and/or the locations of containers at the customer location.

Abstract: A process and system for producing an engineered fuel product that meets customer specifications for composition and combustion characteristics is provided. The engineered fuel product is preferably a high-BTU, alternative fuel that burns cleaner than coal or petroleum coke (petcoke) and has significantly reduced NOx, SO2 and GHG emissions.

Abstract: A system and method for removing and destroying PFAS from residual waste streams generated during the processing of landfill liquids prior to disposal are provided. The presently disclosed system and method can concentrate PFAS from landfill liquids into a residual waste stream so that the target compounds can be selectively removed for subsequent destruction.

Abstract: Various illustrative embodiments of a system and process for recovering high-quality biomethane and carbon dioxide product streams from biogas sources and utilizing or sequestering the product streams are provided. The system and process synergistically yield a biomethane product which meets gas pipeline quality specifications and a carbon dioxide product of a quality and form that allows for its transport and sequestration or utilization and reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. The system and process result in improved access to gas pipelines for products, an improvement in the carbon intensity rating of the methane fuel, and improvements in generation of credits related to reductions in emissions of greenhouse gases.

Abstract: A system and method are provided for sorting and recovery of recyclable materials, and in particular, sorting and recovery of recyclable materials from mixed waste comprising municipal solid waste in a materials recovery facility. A fluffer can be used to re-size and liberate the incoming materials to a suitable size for further processing in size screen equipment and subsequent downstream separation. The fluffer can re-size the material to a size of approximately 20 inches or larger, plus/minus a few inches, whereby reducing the material to a smaller size would impact the splits in subsequent downstream equipment.

Abstract: A waste collection and weighing system for measuring the weight of waste and recycling containers and their contents is provided. The waste collection and weighing system can include a platform having an opening formed therein, a frame body configured to sit atop the platform adjacent to the opening, and a load cell attached to the frame body. The waste collection and weighing system is a load-cell-based weight measurement device and the rigid frame body is configured for both hanging and weighing the waste container.

Abstract: An object detection, tracking and alert system for use in connection with a waste collection vehicle is provided. The system can determine if an external moving object in the surrounding environment of the waste collection vehicle, such as another vehicle or a bicycle, is moving directly towards the waste collection vehicle, and then send one or more alerts to the driver and/or riders on the waste collection vehicle as well as any other waste collection vehicles in the surrounding area.

Abstract: Disclosed are embodiments of a system and method for baling recyclable materials and managing the baling of recyclable materials. The apparatus for baling includes a baler for compressing and baling recyclable materials, a scale, label printer, and a processor. Certain embodiments further comprise at least one digital camera, RFID dispenser, and an internet connection that allows the processor to transmit collected data to a remote database for further analysis. The disclosed method for baling recyclable materials comprising the steps of baling materials; weighing the bale automatically using a digital scale operably connected to the processor; recording the weight of the bale automatically; and printing a label which displays the recorded weight of the bale. Additionally, the method may comprise inputting information and/or automatically recording data, and/or automatically transmitting the data associated with a bale to a remote database.

Abstract: A system and method including a control/monitoring unit that is either integrated with or exterior-mounted on a waste compactor are provided. The unit can have control functionality, monitoring functionality, or both control and monitoring functionality with respect to the waste compactor. The unit can also include a remote on/off control feature which gives a user the ability to remote start/stop the waste compactor and render it operable/inoperable from another remote location.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for using video/still images captured by continuously recording optical sensors mounted on waste collection vehicles used in in the waste collection, disposal and recycling industry for operational and customer service related purposes. A system is provided for auditing the fill status of a customer waste container by a waste services provider during performance of a waste service activity.

Abstract: A process and system for producing an engineered fuel product that meets customer specifications for composition and combustion characteristics is provided. The engineered fuel product is preferably a high-BTU, alternative fuel that burns cleaner than coal or petroleum coke (petcoke) and has significantly reduced NOx, SO2 and GHG emissions.

Abstract: A system and method for weighing of recyclable materials inside an industrial baler is provided. The baler can have an internal baler scale for weighing of recyclable materials. The baler can include an internal chamber enclosed by a safety gate at its upper portion and a door at its lower portion. Recyclable material can be loaded into the internal chamber and compressed by the action of a piston and associated piston face. The lower portion of the interior chamber can have a floor comprising a plurality of individual raised sections. The baler scale can sit atop the individual raised sections. The baler scale can include one or more load cells positioned under a base and in the gap space between the baler scale and the individual raised sections of the floor.

Abstract: A system and method for recovering high-quality biomethane (RNG) from biogas sources is provided. The gas stream is compressed and liquids are separated from the gas stream at elevated pressure and reduced temperature. The compressing is performed using a plurality of compressors operating in parallel with common control set points. The system and method improve upon conventional practices and yield a biomethane product which meets strict gas pipeline quality specifications. Additionally, the system and method are an improvement to the overall methane recovery efficiency for biogas processing facilities.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for using video/still images captured by continuously recording optical sensors mounted on waste collection vehicles used in in the waste collection, disposal and recycling industry for operational and customer service related purposes. Optical sensors are integrated into the in-cab monitor as well as the onboard computer, digital video recorder and other external devices.

Abstract: A system and method for vehicle drive path analysis for a waste/recycling service vehicle are provided. The system and method can enable identifying of the customers and/or container locations for waste and recycling collection routes using vehicle drive path analysis and parcel data analysis. Some non-limiting properties that can be derived from the analysis include the customer location, address of customers, and/or the locations of containers at the customer location.