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Collection & Transfer Technical Division
The collection and transfer of refuse and recyclables relies heavily on efficiency and reliability. Issues include route design, health and safety, and contracting and franchising.
The Collection & Transfer Technical Division tracks innovations and analyzes developments in:
- Vehicle fleet management and maintenance.
- Collection efficiency and onboard vehicle technology.
- Transfer Station Design and Operations.
- Safety.
- Enhancing vehicle performance with the use of alternative fuels/emission regulations.
Collection & Transfer Quarterly Members-Only Meeting
Thursday, July 31, 2025 | 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. ET
Many of the most persistent operational problems at transfer stations, such as damaged infrastructure, safety risks, and leachate and stormwater management failures, can be traced back to design flaws or outdated facility layouts. Guest presenters Tom Ramsey and Jim Miller will examine how design-related issues impact day-to-day operations and long-term facility performance. Using case studies and field observations, they will highlight specific examples where design limitations have led to nuisance issues, increased maintenance costs, and safety incidents. Attendees will leave with a better understanding of how to assess their own facilities for design-driven inefficiencies and advocate for improvements. This session is especially valuable for facility managers, engineers, and public works staff involved in planning or upgrading transfer station infrastructure. We will wrap up with a Hot Topics open discussion to exchange ideas, ask questions, and connect on emerging issues in collection and transfer in the solid waste industry.
View the meeting agenda here.
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Collection & Transfer Technical Division Leadership
Advisory Board Delegate
S.C., P.E.
Past Director
Tech Division Director
S.C.
Vice Director
YP Tech Division Representative
Hot Topics
The Collection & Transfer Technical Division is focusing on these hot topics:
Collection & Transfer Technical Division Committees
Awards Committee
Evaluates nominations and recommends the recipient of the division’s Distinguished Individual Achievement Award (began 2018).
Legislative & Regulatory Committee
Follows federal initiatives such as diesel engine retrofits, interstate transport of waste, and driver CDL requirements. Members are alerted to opportunities to review and comment on legislation that impacts their organizations. The committee also provides input on SWANA technical policies.
Content Committee
The Content Committee develops technical content for SWANA events, programs, newsletters, webinars, etc. The Content Committee works to contribute ideas for future SWANA technical presentations, tour locations, other written content and program elements associated with the subject matter.
Training Committee
Provides C&T training and education through SWANA courses and publications, assuring program quality. See Collection & Transfer Certification Courses.
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