No waste goes to waste

The disposal of all forms of waste has become a very contentious area in recent years and there are many procedures and regulations to follow. Boyne Waste has been operating for the past year and Terry Kearns, one of its three directors, gives Irish Trucker a behind the scenes loot at the running of the company.

The need for us to clean up our environment has never been more important as it has been in the last few years. The days when illegal dumping was common are gradually being put in the past, and although there has been excellent work done to cut down on such incidents, there is still plenty more to do.
Boyne Waste is a liquid waste management company that specialises in cleaning lines and c.c.t.v surveying; industrial sludge removal, sump pump cleaning and septic tank cleaning. All tasks are completed legally with the relevant permits and other documents being produced by the company if and when needed.

From its base in Rathdrinagh, Beauparc, Navan, Co. Meath, the company provides a nationwide 24hr service to a large customer base that includes local authorities in Meath, Kildare and Louth.
The fact County Councils are willing to hand out contracts to Boyne Waste is a testament to the excellent service that they provide, and even though they are a relatively new company, they have experience in abundance.
Terry has many years experience working in the industry until he started the company alongside Tom Watters and Fintan McGeough in April 2006. Like all fledgling businesses, they took a chance and it is one that they have no regrets as the company continues to grow
“We saw an opening in the market and decided to form the company. It took about four months to get all the permits required for this industry, while insurance is also a major issue, but fortunately we met all the requirements needed,” said Terry.
“We specialise in liquid waste, industrial and household, while we also carry out surveying and have built a large customer base, and we are very grateful to all our clients, who we hope to have a long and prosperous business relationship with for many years to come.”

The company started off with two trucks, but now have a fleet of seven; such is the volume of work that has come their way in just over 12 months. With an experienced staff of 12 that are highly trained in their field of expertise, customers can be guaranteed a quality and efficient service.
“We are fortunate to have a reliable and well trained staff that performs their duties to the best of their capabilities and without them, the company would not be where it is today.”
Terry revealed that the waste disposed of is monitored very carefully and that there is plenty of paperwork to be completed for any particular job.

“All the liquid waste is disposed of safely at treatment works in Navan, Dublin and Kildare. Every load is documented so that there is traceability of all the waste that we transport. We are audited twice a year by the environmental protection agency and everything has to be in order,” he stressed.
“Boyne Waste provide bulk haulage service and vacuum tankers of 4,300 gallons or 6,500 gallons can be provided. Lower volumes or part loads can also be accommodated.
“In addition to physical haulage we can provide Local Authority and EPA approved disposal options for your commercial and domestic liquid wastes.

The company can provide Jet-Vacs for the cleaning of drains and blockages that can occur in sewage or surface water lines. High volume Jet/Vacs can be provided with 150 meters of 1.25” hose reel with an optional additional 150 meters of 1.25” reel for the back of a four wheel tractor unit. This additional 150 meters allows off-road access over the roughest terrain.
The Jet/Vacs have an additional advantage in that, subject to the customers’ requirements, they can provide a Pushrod Camera, which has its own power pack, on any of their units. For smaller jobs or where access is limited a small jetting van can be provided.
The camera unit is available to survey lines on new or old sites. A DVD and written report can then be provided the next day if required, which guarantees the customer a fast efficient service.
Terry admitted that if their work load grew then so too would the size of their fleet and although they have no immediate plans to expand, it is a situation that they will not rule out.

“Basically, we will go with the flow, it all depends on the work load. At the moment we can deal with what we have on, but in the event of more contracts coming our way, there will be no hesitation to expand.”
Boyne Waste is at the forefront of its field of expertise and as their reputation for reliability and providing an excellent service to their large customer base continues to grow, they are set for a bright future in their battle against waste.