On March 19, 2025, our company announced the successful delivery and commissioning of a custom waste rake control cabinet project for a waste treatment plant in the Philippines. Tailored to the complex environment in the Philippines, which is characterized by high temperatures, high humidity and a lot of dust, this solution with high protection and intelligent control capabilities was specially designed for the client. It has helped to increase the local waste treatment efficiency by 30%, marking a significant breakthrough in our company's business expansion in the Southeast Asian market.
What is the garbage problem in the Philippines?
Each year, the country generates around 2.7 million tons of plastic waste, with an estimated 20 percent ending up in the ocean. Given its more than 7,600 islands, the Philippines' coastal communities, along with its fishing, shipping and tourism industries, are particularly vulnerable to the impacts of marine debris.
The daily waste generation in the Philippines amounts to 18,000 tons. Traditional waste - treatment equipment is inefficient and has a high failure rate.
- The control cabinet uses a 304 stainless - steel body with an IP65 protection rating to cope with the high - temperature and high - humidity environment.
- The intelligent PLC control system supports remote operation, achieving an energy - saving rate of 15%.
As a populous country in Southeast Asia, the Philippines generates over 18,000 tons of waste per day, with Metro Manila contributing about 25% of the national waste volume. However, the country's waste treatment system has long faced severe challenges:
There are still more than 1,000 open - dump garbage sites and controlled waste disposal sites nationwide. For example, "Smokey Mountain" on the outskirts of Manila has accumulated over 2 million tons of garbage. Frequent spontaneous combustions have led to multiple casualties. These garbage sites not only release toxic gases but also serve as a "living space" for slum areas. Approximately 30,000 residents rely on scavenging for a living.
The Philippines is the world's third - largest source of marine plastic pollution. It generates an average of 2.7 million tons of plastic waste per year. Only 9% of it is recycled, and 33% is collected. The remaining waste is either incinerated or directly dumped into the sea, making 19 major rivers, such as the Pasig River, severely polluted by plastics.
Only 21% of municipalities across the country have recycling facilities, and the coverage rate of sanitary landfills is extremely low. Most local governments rely on temporary open - air storage or simple incineration, which exacerbates air and water pollution.
The construction cost of waste treatment facilities is high, and local governments lack sufficient budgets to invest in mechanized equipment and environmental protection technologies. For example, building a material recovery facility (MRF) requires costs for land acquisition, equipment procurement, and personnel training. However, the financial capabilities of most municipalities are limited.
The high - temperature and high - humidity climate accelerates waste decay, and traditional equipment is vulnerable to corrosion. For instance, the waste rake control cabinet customized for the Philippine client needs to be made of stainless - steel material and have an IP65 protection rating to cope with harsh working conditions.
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