Question

Which of the following is the correct operation/use of 'under counter compactor types"?
1. Used to compact paper (com) plastic bags on rotating platform
2. Used at landfills - high pressure movable tracks
3. Small compactor used in houses
4. Chute fed - vertical / horizontal

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : Small compactor used in houses

Concepts:

Volume reduction or compaction refers to densifying the solid wastes in order to reduce their volume. The different type of compactor and their use is given below:

Type of Compactor	Operation	Use
Under counter	Wastes compacted into special paper bags, after wastes are dropped through a panel door into a bag and door is closed.	Small compactors used in individual residences and apartment units.
Stationary/commercial	Compactor with vertical and horizontal ram; Wastes compressed into steel containers; compressed wastes are manually tied and removed;	Used in low, medium and high-rise apartments, commercial and industrial facilities.
Bag or Extruder	Compactor can be chute fed; either vertical or horizontal rams; single or continuous multi-bags;	Used in medium and high-rise apartments
Rotary	Ram mechanism used to compact waste into paper or plastic bags on rotating platform.	Used in medium and high-rise apartments.
Vertical	Vertical compaction ram may be used and it may be mechanically or hydraulically operated. Waste is compacted into corrugated box containers, or paper or plastic bags.	Used in medium and high-rise apartments.