Galbreath Compaction Advantages
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- Discourages scavengers
- Keeps scavengers out of your container.
- Saves Labor
- No need to break up boxes or carry trash outside to container.
- Reduces Collection Costs
- Reduces the cost of transporting refuse to the disposal site. A compactor can eliminate 3 out of 4 trips.
- Reduces Insect/Rodent Problems
- No need to call exterminator.
- Prevents Wind Blown Trash
- No need to sweep parking lots.
- Reduces Fire Hazards
- Saves on insurance costs.
- Controls Odor
- A sealed compaction system reduces odor.
- Saves Inside Store Space
- No need to use valuable storeroom space for refuse.
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- Saves Outside Parking Space
- Fewer containers outside means more customer parking spaces.
- Extends Pavement Life
- Reduces wear and tear on parking surfaces by heavy collection vehicles.
- Stops Pilferage
- A steel security chute keeps employees from taking merchandise out the back door.
- Prevents Unauthorized Access To Waste
- A sealed container keeps others from viewing confidential data in trash.
- Avoids Unauthorized Disposal
- Prevents others from using your container for disposal of their trash or hazardous waste.
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How a Compactor Works
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A stationary compactor consists of five (5) basic parts: BODY, RAM, CYLINDER, POWER PACK, and ELECTRICAL PANEL BOX.
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- The BODY is a steel structure which houses all the other parts. It has a charge box with heavily reinforced sides to withstand the forces of compaction. A BREAKER BAR, made of a heavy steel angle, is located across the front of the charge box. This bar causes oversized objects like wood or pallets to be broken before entering the compaction container.
- The RAM is a specially designed steel structure with heavy face plate. It moves horizontally in the charge box forcing the refuse into the compaction container.
- The CYLINDER is attached behind the ram and moves it forward and backward. Inside the cylinder is a piston and rod which operates hydraulically. The cylinders vary in size - the larger ones are used in heavy duty compactors with big charge boxes. Cylinders are sized by bore and rod diameters.
- The POWER PACK consists of a hydraulic oil tank, pump, electric motor, and directional control valve. The oil, under high pressure, forces the piston in the cylinder to move forward and backward.
- The ELECTRICAL PANEL BOX contains the transformer, motor starter, relays, fuses, and switches that operate the compactor. Most panel boxes incorporate printed circuit boards and programmable controllers for added reliability. All are UL rated.
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