Unpredictable loads. Harsh environments. Unstable underfoot conditions. In an industry that’s tough on equipment, you’re tougher—and with Caterpillar at your side, you’re up for any challenge. Our equipment is ready-made for waste applications. Our dedicated waste experts stand ready to share their know-how. And our dealers are at the ready with parts, service and repair options to keep your operation flowing.
When you need machines that just won't quit, no matter what you throw at them, you need Cat landfill compactors. For 45+ years, they've led the industry in reliable, durable performance over multiple lifetimes. Now, our newest K Series models give you even more.
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It never hurts to try something new — that’s the lesson Athens Services learned after taking Caterpillar’s advice to put a wheel material handler to work inside one of its material recovery facilities. More uptime, less fuel use and a safer operation are just a few of the benefits.
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Following a three-day onsite consultation with Cat® Waste experts, this New Mexico landfill was able to make small adjustments to basic practices that translated into big results — including an approximate 40 percent increase in compaction and a 10 percent reduction in daily cover use.
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What are the best ways to boost production while keeping maintenance, fuel and floor costs low? Get advice from someone who’s spent 20-plus years inside waste operations, observing what works and what doesn’t. These five expert tips will help you improve efficiency and control expenses.
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Littler Machinery has been trading Cat® equipment around the world for decades. When the U.K. company recently expanded into rental, Cat K Series Landfill Compactors were among the first machines in its fleet. They’re delivering big results for renters and big residual value for Littler.
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Why does the largest U.S. waste-by-rail company rely on Cat® equipment to handle millions of tons of waste a year? Joseph Rutigliano of Tunnel Hill Partners offers three simple answers: Performance from the factory. Durability on the job. And product support after the fact.
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Our waste experts helped Athens Services right-size its equipment fleet. See how our recommendations led to improved efficiency and greater productivity for this California-based waste processor.
In an industry that never quits, Cat waste attachments are built to keep up, delivering safe, stable performance.
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