There aren’t many full kitchen renovations in the works these days — those megaprojects of granite and stainless steel for only $100,000 or so. But there are niche projects that deliver major changes, ...

Garbage collection in the Loop will soon change thanks to a new purchase. The city bought about 400 solar-powered trash compactors for streets in downtown Chicago, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.

Chicago Pneumatic has launched the MV58, a forward plate compactor that weighs less than 70kg. The US-headquartered equipment manufacturer claims that in addition to its low weight, its latest model ...

Chicago Pneumatic has expanded its mid-size light compaction range with the addition of two new forward and reversible plate compactors with manual start engine units. Designed primarily for ...

RC Series hydraulic compactors come in six models available for carrier weight classes from 1 to 40 tons, and all attach with a standard or quick-change adapter. Range includes RC 103, RC 308, RC 409, ...

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The MV 58A forward asphalt plate compactor is designed for compaction of thin asphalt layers, small repairs, and road maintenance work. At 150 pounds, the MV 58A features an integrated, tubeless water ...

The Sun-Times reports the Daley administration has signed a contract to get at least 400 solar-powered trash compactors. The machine senses when trash reaches a certain level and triggers the ...