Rear loader garbage trucks operate in punishing conditions, making proactive maintenance a must. From hydraulics to tailgate seals, small faults can quickly escalate into costly breakdowns. Consistent ...

Houston City Council on Wednesday greenlit the approval of $12.5 million worth of side loader, back loader and refuse vehicles for the Solid Waste Department as it continues to contend with complaints ...

Garbage trucks don't just haul away our rubbish — they break it up and compress it, making room for the huge volumes they collect every day. To do this, they sometimes use a blade that rotates quickly ...

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