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Recycling industry products


NRT SpydIR-HS optical sorters

Photos courtesy of NRT, Amp Robotics and Caterpillar

National Recovery Technologies (NRT), the Nashville, Tennessee-based optical sorting subsidiary of Bulk Handling Systems (BHS), Eugene, Oregon, has launched the SpydIR-HS optical sorter, which it describes as a near-infrared (NIR) platform with multiple technological advancements. The SpydIR-HS optical sorter:

  • features nearly 10 times the detection resolution with the addition of a hyperspectral imaging (HSI) camera
  • doubles the air ejection precision
  • is integrated with the Max-AI VIS (Visual Identification System)
  • includes lifetime calibration
  • has a new easy-access design for improved maintenance and safety
  • includes optimized software that gives operators greater sorting flexibility using the full spectrum detection system to set custom thresholds to optimize recovery and for quick target profiling changes

Visit www.nrtsorters.com for more information.



Amp Robotics Cortex-C robotics systems

Louisville, Colorado-based Amp Robotics Corp. has released a complete line of artificial intelligence- (AI-) powered automation solutions for material recovery facilities (MRFs). The Amp Robotics Cortex-C system:

  • is backed by Amp service and support
  • features a small footprint and an easy-to-install robot designed to provide MRFs and plastic reclaimers with a consistent sortation solution for tight locations
  • offers experiential AI learning gained from a fleet of more than 300 equipment installations worldwide
  • adapts to various conveyor belt sizes, angles and configurations without retrofitting or downtime

Visit www.amprobotics.com for more information.



Caterpillar MH3050 material handler

Irving, Texas-based Caterpillar Inc. has unveiled its next-generation MH3050 material handler, which it says provides superior performance, proven reliability and premium cab comfort. The MH3050 material handler:

  • includes an electrohydraulic system designed to balance power and efficiency, improving cycle times to handle more material in the same amount of time
  • runs on the Cat C9.3B engine, capable of operating on up to B20 biodiesel
  • features boom and stick offerings that combine for 59 feet, 3 inches of reach, allowing operators to move more material without repositioning the machine
  • includes Cat’s SmartBoom, which allows the operator to focus on stick and grapple control for a more fuel-efficient cycle
  • is equipped with E-fence, which prevents the machine from moving outside operator-defined envelopes, while the Cab Avoidance feature stops potential contact between the attachment and cab
  • includes Cat Payload, helping operators achieve precise load targets

Visitwww.caterpillar.com for more information.

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