Driving Sustainability: NWI’s Titan Weighbridge Boosts Efficiency for Direct Collect

Client Overview

Direct Collect Bottle & Recycling is an innovative bin collection service based in Adelaide, specialising in the collection of 10¢ refundable bottles, cans, and containers. Their services cater to both homes and businesses, providing a sustainable and convenient solution for recycling. As part of their expanding operations, Direct Collect required a durable, reliable, and permanent weighbridge to handle the inbound weighing of smaller rigid trucks used in their collection process.

Project Details

Client: Direct Collect Bottle & Recycling
Weighbridge Type: Titan Steel & Concrete Deck
Weighbridge Dimensions: 12m long x 3.5m wide.

Key Features of the Titan Weighbridge

• Hot Dip Galvanised Finish with Concrete Infill: Ensures long-term durability and protection against environmental wear and corrosion.
  • Flynet 50 Weighing Software: Streamlines operations with intuitive weighing-in and weighing-out functionalities.
  • Dual Remote Display: Enables bi-directional weighing, ensuring efficient traffic flow and data capture.
  • Integrated Docket Printer: Provides instant, on-site documentation for operational transparency and record-keeping.

Challenges and Requirements

Direct Collect needed a heavy-duty weighbridge solution tailored to their specific operations. Key requirements included:

• Reliability and longevity to support long-term use in a high-traffic facility.
  • Compatibility with smaller rigid trucks for accurate and efficient inbound weighing.
  • A system designed for seamless integration into their recycling operations.
  
  

NWI’s Solution

NWI collaborated closely with Direct Collect to design and install a Titan Steel & Concrete Infill Deck Weighbridge, a solution tailored to their needs. The Titan weighbridge was selected for its unmatched durability and reliability, ensuring it could withstand high usage and deliver consistent performance over time.

The installation process incorporated advanced features like the Flynet 50 software, dual remote displays, and an integrated docket printer to streamline operations and enhance efficiency. The hot-dip galvanised finish with concrete infill provided an extra layer of durability, ensuring the weighbridge would endure in a demanding environment.

Outcomes

The Titan weighbridge installation at Direct Collect’s facility has delivered immediate benefits, including:

• Operational Efficiency: The bi-directional remote display and integrated software have improved traffic flow and weighing accuracy.
• Enhanced Durability: The galvanised finish and concrete deck ensure the weighbridge withstands heavy use, providing long-term reliability.
• Sustainability Support: By enabling efficient weighing operations, the weighbridge supports Direct Collect’s mission to promote recycling and sustainability in Adelaide.