CDRA Conference & Tradeshow Technology Forum

VIABLY

This session explores key trends and emerging integration strategies shaping modern C&D processing—such as dual in-feed systems and symbiotic plant designs—that can improve throughput, material recovery, and site flexibility. Attendees will also gain practical insights from a real-world case study at Boyas Recycling, including lessons learned and performance outcomes. The session concludes with a forward-looking discussion on the future of C&D processing technology.

Speaker: Brandon Lapsys, President, Viably

SENNEBOGEN

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Speaker: Constantino Lannes, President, Sennebogen

CURBWASTE

Waste companies are sitting on massive opportunities to increase efficiency by automating repetitive workflows that drain staff time. This session breaks down real, actionable applications of AI—from intelligent document processing and automated reporting to dynamic pricing and route optimization. We will also cover how to vet software partners for AI capabilities that drive measurable ROI, and what operational leaders should prioritize when adopting AI-driven tools.

Speaker: Ashley Patel, Co-Founder and Head of Customer Experience, CurbWaste

GENERAL KINEMATICS

General Kinematics' screening equipment, such as the FINGER-SCREEN™ product line, is manufactured to enhance C&D processing systems' material separation effectiveness and reduce their downtime. GK's screens work with our other core equipment, such as the DE-STONER®, which separates screened materials by density using a combination of air and vibration. GK's innovative equipment, combined with our decades of C&D industry knowledge, allows C&D processors to operate more efficiently than ever.

Speaker: Bob Huffer, Director of Recycling, General Kinematics

MACHINEX

In C & D systems, wood recovery is critical. Traditional equipment such as density separators are used to clean up the aggregate stream, with the light fraction being mainly wood that is highly contaminated with other light fraction materials such as shingles, insulation, plastic and film. A ballistic separator can be used to clean up that wood fraction and recover more of that material that would, otherwise, be landfilled or utilized in lower value markets.

Speaker: Rusty Angel, Eastern Region Senior Sales Manager, Machinex Technologies

MCLANAHAN CORPORATION

McLanahan Concrete Washout Recycling Systems enable ready-mix producers to handle wet concrete waste safely, conserve natural aggregate supplies and cut operating expenses. These advanced wet-processing units convert fresh concrete washout - before it sets - into premium, reusable construction aggregates.

Unlike conventional reclaimers, McLanahan technology upgrades washout from ready-mix trucks into aggregates that match virgin quality and can be seamlessly returned to production without affecting concrete strength. The system boosts efficiency by minimizing haulage of waste and new aggregates, reducing mining expenses, speeding truck turnaround, and conserving water through recycling and tailings management."

Speaker: Neil Mullan, Director of Sales - C&D Recycling, McLanahan Corporation

SAINT-GOBAIN/CERTAINTEED

Building a circular economy presents a compelling opportunity that centers on unlocking the full value of resources, extending product lifecycle, cutting greenhouse gases, managing risk, and creating local material loops. This entails working with partners across the value chain to develop novel business models, use renewable energy resources, commercialize disruptive innovation, and advocating for progressive policy changes. Come to learn about Saint-Gobain North America’s journey to incorporating the circular economy in its products and services.

Speaker: Anirban Ghosh, Manager of Circular Economy Business Development & Strategy, Saint-Gobain Corporation

Sherbrooke OEM

This session will explore Sherbrooke’s recent implementation of eddy current separation and AI optical sorting technologies in C&D material recovery facilities (MRFs).

Speaker: Will Hancock, Business Development, OEM-Florida

SPARTA MANUFACTURING

Sparta will give a fast, practical look at the key technology trends shaping today’s C&D recycling systems. This short session highlights what’s changing across the processing line - from initial material intake to final product outputs and what operators should be paying attention to this year.

The presentation will touch on:

• Feed Systems
• Primary Shredding
• Screening & separating trends
• Air & Density Systems
• Metals Recovery
• Optical Sorting in C&D
• Back-end Grinding & Shredding
• Alternative Fuel Production

Speaker: Howard Fiedler, Vice President Sales, Sparta Manufacturing

STARLIGHT SOFTWARE

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STEINERT

STEINERT will showcase Eddy Current technology for efficient non-ferrous metal recovery, Sensor Sorting systems for precise wood sorting from demolition waste, and MSort technology for high-accuracy aggregate recovery. Together, these innovations demonstrate a commitment to optimizing resource recovery and promoting sustainable recycling in the construction and demolition (C&D) sector.

Speaker: Tim Barry, Market Manager, STEINERT

TRASHLAB SOFTWARE

C&D recyclers and roll-off haulers increasingly face challenges with fragmented systems, manual workflows, and rising customer expectations. In this technology session, Neil Chaudhary will walk through the core operational bottlenecks facing today’s haulers and recycling facilities — and share practical frameworks for modernizing dispatch, scale ticketing, billing, routing, and customer communication.

Attendees will learn how leading operators are consolidating workflows, eliminating duplicate data entry, accelerating their billing cycle, and using AI to improve customer experience and operational efficiency. This session is educational and focuses on industry best practices that any operator can apply, regardless of the system they use.

Speaker: Neil Chaudhary, CEO, TrashLab Software Inc.

VISIA

This session will share how Visia’s AI-powered material visibility platform is helping C&D facilities improve efficiency, consistency, and data-driven decision-making. Grounded in a recent case study, attendees will see how real-time computer vision insights, such as black belt detection and burden depth analysis, can enhance line performance, reduce labor hours, and support measurable diversion improvements. The session will focus on practical lessons from implementation and how operators are using analytics to coach teams, eliminate manual tracking, and build a stronger culture of continuous improvement.

Speaker: Raghav Mecheri, CEO, Visia