Heil Europe's "EuroCycler"
Another major feature at the show was Heil Europe's 'EuroCycler' body. The two-stream semi-automated, soft compaction recycling unit has a split container on both sides of the body allowing simultaneous separation and loading of recyclables into the body chambers from either side. The EuroCycler has a body length of 7.7 metres and a capacity of 25.3m3, which is split 11.6m3 in the top compartment, and 13.7m3 in the bottom.
Cushioned cylinders ensure a smoother, quieter operation while other benefits include Heil's unique dual swing link action packing mechanism, which gives minimal glass breakage.
The EuroCycler is already being used by R U Recycling, a subsidiary of E Harper (York) Limited. R U Recycling specialises in dual stream kerbside collection and specified the Euro-Cycler to exploit the extra efficiency gained from compacted collections. The company already provides collection services to Blackburn, with Darwen Borough Council, and has ambitious plans for expansion.
Adapted for the web from an article in LAPV, Oct-Nov 2004
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