Waste management provider Outlook Australia has added a BOMAG refuse compactor to its fleet of Tutt Bryant machines.
Designed with waste management site operations in mind, Tutt Bryant’s range of BOMAG compactors has a reputation for getting the job done.
With many landfill compactors sold and delivered Australia-wide, a recent delivery to Livingstone Shire Council landfill in Queensland has proved a success.
Winning the tender of the council landfill in July 2024, Outlook Australia, a not-for-profit organisation that uses waste management as a platform to create jobs for local communities, ordered a BOMAG BC473RB-3 refuse compactor with a Tier3 engine to manage the Yeppoon landfill site.
Lori Giles, Outlook Australia Regional Manager Commercial Services Queensland, says the brand-new compactor has recently been delivered, providing operators with an exciting new machine.
“The operators have provided consistently positive feedback, reporting it is an efficient and smooth-running machine,” says Lori.
With a powerful 6-cylinder turbo diesel engine, simple exhaust system and high tolerance for variable fuel quality, the BC473RB-3 is a machine well suited for the large Yeppoon site.
The engine uses the latest technology to provide power for all site situations. Equipped with a temperature-governed cooling system and a speed-regulated and reversible fan, the BC473RB-3 combines efficiency with operator comfort.
Understanding that maintenance work can incur hefty fees, Tutt Bryant’s aim is to keep costs to a minimum where possible. For this reason, the BC473RB-3 has been fitted with a range of options, ensuring operators can maintain the machine themselves, resulting in reduced scheduled expenses and running costs.
Other features include high level suction for cooling, fast access to maintenance points from all sides and a well-protected control centre in the cab. Lori says the machine’s long maintenance intervals and advanced safety features have won over operators.
“Having a machine that is self-greasing makes it a breeze to operate and keep working at an optimal condition,” she says.
The BC473RB-3 also meets all safety-related requirements for everyday use on landfill sites. It includes a frame with enclosed sections for the best possible protection of all components, ensuring there is no danger of ignition on hot elements.
Large mirrors on both sides, as well as large glass areas, give excellent all-round visibility for operators.
“The safety features are second to none and leave the operators feeling safe while powering through the work,” says Lori.
She says the basis for good compaction is the distribution of refuse into a suitable layer thickness. For even distribution, the operator requires precision machinery, high thrust forces and high traction, all found within the BC473RB-3.
The smooth hydrostatic drive converts the power of the water-cooled turbo diesel engine into high output power. The load limit control smoothly adjusts the travel speed automatically to the load, providing optimum use of the power available. These distinguishing factors, and an excellent pre-existing relationship with Tutt Bryant and its machinery, meant the BC473RB-3 was an easy choice for Lori.
“Tutt Bryant’s expertise on landfill management has been invaluable during this process,” she says.
“The consulting team aided us in navigating which machine would provide us with the best value for money.”
Due to the size of the Yeppoon landfill site, Lori and the team were advised to purchase a 26-tonne BC473RB-3.
“This is not our first purchase from Tutt Bryant, we already have a few excavators and loaders so we knew this machine would live up to the expectations,” says Lori.
“With our other machines working well and the excellent sales service from Tutt Bryant, we were pleased to make this purchase.”
For more information, visit: www.tuttbryant.com.au
