Waste & Recycling
Custom controls for all stages of the waste & recycling process.
From waste collection vehicles to waste-to-energy plants, J.R. Merritt offers a full range of joysticks and control solutions to meet the high demands of the different ends of the industry. For waste and recycle collection vehicles, we offer a complete range of electronic joysticks with hall-effect, CANOpen, Basic CAN, J1939, and 4-20mA outputs. Additional output types are also available.
In waste-to-energy plants, our ultra-heavy-duty line of joysticks and chair systems provide crane operators with reliable and intuitive operation. Joysticks like the VNSO were designed to be used in highly demanding applications where use is continuous. Merritt complete chair systems feature a multitude of features and adjustments that help optimize comfort for WTE crane operators while boosting productivity.
Whether a joystick or a complete chair system, all products can be completely customized to meet the requirements of the machinery and the needs of the application.
Applications
- Grapple Cranes
- Ash Cranes
- Curbtenders
- Refuse Collection Vehicles
- And more
Featured Products
Merritt Evolve
- Single
- Dual
- Three*
- J1939
- CAN Open
- Hall-Effect
CS3 Joystick
- Single
- Dual
- Three*
- Hall-Effect
- CAN Open
- Basic CAN
- J1939
- 4-20mA
XL-VNSO Joystick
- Single
- Dual
- Three*
- Potentiometer
- Microswitches
- Hall-Effect
- PWM
- CAN
PRO-4 Joystick
- Single
- Contacts
- Microswitches
- Potentiometer
- Hall-Effect
- PWM & CAN
PRO-5 Joystick
- Single
- Microswitches
- Potentiometer
- Hall-Effect
- CAN
- PWM
M3 Mini Joystick
- Single
- Dual
- Hall-Effect
VNSO Joystick
- Single
- Dual
- Three*
- Contacts
- Potentiometer
- Encoder
- 4-20mA
- Transformer
VNS2 Joystick
- Single
- Dual
- Three*
- Contacts
- Potentiometer
- Encoder
- 4-2mA
- Transformer
HS2 Joystick
- Single
- Dual
- Three*
- Hall-Effect
- CANOpen
- J1939
- ProfiBus-DP
- ProfiNet
- 4-20mA
NS3 Joystick
- Single
- Dual
- Three*
- Hall-Effect
- Potentiometer
- ProfiBus
- ProfiNet
NNSO Joystick
- Single
- Dual
- Three*
- Contacts
- Potentiometer
- Encoder
- 4-20mA
- Transformer
- ProfiBus & ProfiNet
NSO-0 Rotary Switch
- Contacts
- Potentiometer
- Encoder
- 4-20mA
- Transformer
Merritt Synergy
- High level of adjustability
- Improved operator comfort
Merritt Select
- Industry standard for cranes
- Multitude of configurations
Grammer Actimo Seat
- Highly adjustable and durable
- Rugged design with field replaceable cushions
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Unmatched Quality & Reliability
J.R. Merritt's joysticks are manufactured and tested to withstand the harshest conditions and use. A stringent focus on quality control in our U.S.-based, ISO certified manufacturing facility ensures the utmost accuracy and quality of all our electronic joysticks and controllers.
Fully Customized to Your Requirements
Every joystick we build is as unique as its application and operator. From the handle to the output technology, we partner with our customers to identify and engineer the controls that will meet and exceed the needs of their application. When working with us, consider our engineers and technical staff an extension of your own team.
Ultimate Versatility & Functionality
Comfort and function are key when using a joystick or controller. With an extensive portfolio of handles, grips, buttons and switches, J.R. Merritt's interface solutions are engineered around intuitive operation and user comfort. Our team will work with you to recommend the best options that will suit the movement and actions of your operator and equipment.
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Helpful Resources & Tools
Crane manufacturers, crane service providers, and waste facility staff encounter a variety of challenges when defining and choosing a joystick or control system for their machinery. To assist with this process and with general maintenance, we've released the below articles.
