Industry News, Product Updates & Resources from Haaker Refuse Equipment

Compaction Ratios and Body Capacity: How to Size Your Refuse Truck

Compaction ratio and body capacity decide how much your refuse truck hauls per trip. Learn how to size a body for your waste in CA, ...

Automated Cart Tippers and Lifters: How to Choose the Right Lifter for Your Carts

Choosing a cart lifter for your refuse trucks? Compare tipper, grabber, and arm lifters by cart type, route, and speed. A guide for CA, AZ, ...

How to Build a Preventive Maintenance Schedule for Your Refuse Fleet

Build a preventive maintenance schedule that keeps refuse trucks on route. Daily, weekly, and interval-based PM steps for CA, AZ, and NV fleets.

CNG vs. Electric vs. Diesel Refuse Trucks: Which Powertrain Fits Your Fleet?

Compare CNG, electric, and diesel refuse trucks on cost, range, and CARB compliance. A buyer's guide for California, Arizona, and Nevada fleets.

Why Every Refuse Truck Needs Onboard Fire Detection (and How It Stops Battery Fires)

Lithium-ion battery fires are rising in garbage trucks. See how onboard refuse truck fire detection protects crews, equipment, and uptime.

How to Choose the Right Chassis for Your Refuse Truck (Cab-Over vs. Conventional)

Cab-over or conventional? Single or tandem axle? A practical guide to choosing the right refuse truck chassis for your routes in CA, AZ, and NV.