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SWMA approves $781,000 shredder, buys roll-off truck and OKs dozer repair to improve landfill operations
Summary
The Newton County SWMA voted to buy a Sun Machinery shredder for $781,000, approved purchase of a 1999 Mack roll-off truck for $65,000, and authorized up to $47,000 for a D7R undercarriage replacement to reduce landfill air space and lower fleet repair needs.
The Newton County Solid Waste Management Authority approved multiple equipment purchases and repairs at its May 14 meeting, including a $781,000 Sun Machinery shredder, a $65,000 1999 Mack roll-off truck and authorization to spend up to $47,000 to replace a D7R dozer undercarriage.
Solid Waste Manager Matt Dolan said the landfill team tested rented shredders from three vendors—Crush Screen, Sun Machinery and Pronar—and found the Sun Machinery unit performed best without clogging. Although the Pronar and Crush Screen options were less expensive, they experienced clogging during use. Dolan recommended the Sun Machinery unit for year-round on-site shredding of yard waste, mattresses and bulk items to reduce wasted air space; he said the purchase could also support future composting efforts in partnership with the school system. The Authority approved the purchase using the Pooled Cash fund balance.
On vehicles, Mr. Dolan recommended buying a 1999 Mack roll-off truck (141,000 miles, rebuilt engine, pre-DEF) owned by Justin Morgan for $65,000; members approved the purchase unanimously. Dolan said the landfill has bought only one truck in the last three years and needs to update the fleet to reduce repair costs.
Regarding heavy equipment, Dolan reported the D7R dozer requires a new undercarriage. He recommended Yancey Bros. based on perceived quality even though their quote was not the lowest; Yancey included track adjusters. The Authority authorized not-to-exceed spending of $47,000 and gave the Solid Waste Director authority to compare warranties and finalize the purchase.
Mr. Dolan said the landfill has been renting shredders at roughly $50,000–$100,000 per year and that owning a shredder could create operational efficiencies and new program opportunities. The Authority directed staff to proceed with purchase and vendor coordination.
Next steps: staff will complete purchase paperwork, schedule delivery and track installation and warranty details. The Authority noted follow-up tasks for inventory updates and scheduling repairs.
