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Recycling with Vogel Disposal Service, Inc.

5/26/2016

In 2015, Vogel Disposal Service Inc.'s recycling services prevented almost 30 million pounds of recyclable materials from ending up in a landfill. In doing so we saved materials that would otherwise be thrown away as trash instead of turning them into new products. But our recycling program is a partnership with our customers, and we need your help to ensure recyclables are properly...Read More

Vogel Disposal Stands Up for Safety

5/16/2016

VOGEL DISPOSAL SERVICE, INC. STANDS UP FOR INDUSTRY SAFETY BY PARTICIPATING IN NATIONAL SAFETY STANDDOWN TO REDUCE HEAT RELATED SAFETY INCIDENTS AMONG WORKERS Stand Down Will Create a Platform for Companies and Organizations Nationwide to Improve Health Mars, PA—May 16, 2016—Vogel Disposal Service, Inc. announced today that it has joined the 2016 Safety Stand Down on Water Rest...Read More

Passing a Garbage Truck on the Road

4/18/2016

Last year, six waste collection employees nationwide died on the job after being hit by a car. This is an avoidable tragedy. As part of the NW&RA, the Vogel family of companies is committed to keeping our drivers safe. Our drivers are our most valuable resources, but they are also parents, spouses, children, and members of our community. Here are some tips to help ensure the safety of...Read More

Vogel Expands CNG Truck Fleet

3/22/2016

Vogel Disposal Service recently joined the ranks of companies converting their fleets to Compressed Natural Gas-fueled vehicles. We began the transition by purchasing 10 CNG garbage trucks and installing a fueling station at our headquarters on Route 228. We have been upgrading our fleet (switching from diesel to CNG trucks) at a rate of about 10% per year since 2013. Our upgrade to CNG...Read More

Press Release: Safety Stand-Down

1/20/2016

Vogel Disposal Service has joined the 2016 NW&RA Safety Stand-Down, an initiative of the National Waste & Recycling Association (NW&RA). This week-long training and awareness effort is focused around reducing accidents, fatalities and injuries related to truck backing incidents which represents a common challenge for the industry. The NW&RA Safety Stand-Down on vehicle backing...Read More

E-Waste Disposal

12/23/2015

Pennsylvania’s Covered Device Recycling Act states that effective in January 2013, landfills may no longer accept electronics. These items must be recycled. Vogel Disposal Service no longer collects: Computer devices (including desktops and laptops) Televisions (any type) Electronic peripherals (keyboards, monitors, mice, printers and other electronic devices that connect to...Read More

About Vogel Disposal Service

12/1/2015

Vogel Disposal Service is one of the largest privately owned waste removal and recycling companies in Northwestern Pennsylvania. We provide garbage and recycling pickup for Butler County, Allegheny County, Armstrong County and Westmoreland County areas. While we're proud of our efficient service and always-expanding business, our proudest accomplishment is our continued commitment to our local...Read More