Combining our waste classification knowledge and the use of rapid testing technology reduces the waste costs significantly.

The Problem:

A leading construction company in Sydney had soil waste material assessed by an environmental consultancy, which recommended sending the entire stockpile to landfill, incurring significant costs. The civil contractor sought our expertise to review and potentially segregate the material for recycling.

Our Solution:

• Rapid Screening: We quickly screened the stockpile, collaborated with a resource recovery facility, and efficiently segregated the material.
• Efficient Testing: In two hours, we tested 165 locations, categorized materials, and completed a detailed report, ensuring no disruption to ongoing excavation and transport activities.
• Advanced Technology: Utilizing our Rapid Measure Technology in confirmed hazardous hotspots, we accurately segregated contaminated waste, classifying and removing 69% of the site’s waste as soils that can be recycled.
• Comprehensive Reporting: Classification soil testing and reporting using Rapid Measure Technology.

Our Outcomes:

• Stockpile: 690 tons
• Initial Plan: All soil material to landfill, costing >$150,000
• Post-Segregation: 31% to landfill, 69% to recycling
• Cost Savings: Reduced costs by 40%, from >$150,000 to less than $80,000
• Benefits: Material reuse, improved compliance, reduced risk, high client satisfaction, and strengthened trust with the resource recovery facility.

Final Conclusion:

This success story highlights our ability to deliver significant economic and environmental benefits through strategic material segregation.