McNeilus showcases purpose-built trucks at WasteExpo

McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Inc., a division of Oshkosh Corp. based in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, is highlighting innovative solutions and refuse collection expertise this week at WasteExpo in Las Vegas.

The company is displaying its latest technology enhancements and expanded capabilities in categories including electrification, residential and commercial collection, telematics, automation and sustainability. McNeilus’ refuse collections solutions are spotlighted throughout the exhibit hall, with 16 McNeilus truck bodies on display and featured in partner booths.

“McNeilus is committed to advancing innovation in support of the unique refuse collection challenges our customers around the world face,” says Lee Dreas, vice president and general manager of McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing. “There’s never been a more exciting time to be in the refuse collection business and we’re looking forward to connecting with the refuse community and showcasing our industry-leading innovations at WasteExpo.”

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Solutions and products displayed in the McNeilus booth include:

• McNeilus Volterra ZSL: The first fully integrated electric refuse collection vehicle (eRCV) in North America features a driver-first design and technology designed to optimize ease of operation, safety, visibility, maneuverability and comfort. The purpose-built eRCV has earned multiple zero-emission certifications from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and California Air Resources Board since its introduction in 2023.
• McNeilus ePTO (Electric Power Takeoff) Technology: A self-contained electric power system optimized and dedicated to powering body functions and designed to work with multiple electric chassis brands. The McNeilus Zero Radius Side Loader, with integrated ePTO technology, features common component placement, most notably the high-voltage disconnect and consistent service parts for streamlined maintenance and training. The technology meets zero-emission requirements and enables optimal, quiet and consistent performance, the company says.
• McNeilus Meridian Front Loader: Highlighting how the company has transformed front loader collection for commercial and residential routes, the Meridian Front Loader is partially made with SSAB Fossil-free steel, driving sustainability and helping customers control their carbon footprint. Additionally, reinforcements to specific body components and streamlined hydraulics provide performance and efficiency upgrades.
• McNeilus CartSeeker Curbside Automation: An advanced AI-based system with cameras, light detection and ranging technology which identifies residential waste carts. Another feature of the CartSeeker system automates alignment and the lift arm’s dump cycle to assist with operational efficiency. This technology is being featured through an interactive kiosk.
• ClearSky by McNeilus Telematics: McNeilus’ ClearSky telematics system offers a unique and complete view of overall fleet health by combining data from body and chassis systems to provide usage information and predictive maintenance capabilities, simplifying and optimizing fleet management. ClearSky by McNeilus telematics is being showcased through a demonstration of the system’s fleet management dashboard.

WasteExpo runs through May 9 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.