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Article: New smartcard pay system for landfill sites.(News)
- Article from:
- The Saturday Star (South Africa)
- Article date:
- January 24, 2009
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Joburg residents and businesses wishing to dispose of waste need no longer carry cash to Pikitup landfill sites.
Pikitup has introduced a high-tech smartcard system for use to gain access control to its four landfill sites in the city. The fully automated system will ensure an efficient waste disposal process without the risk of carrying cash around. The technology is not only fast and convenient, but also has the added value of easier account management via online viewing of statements.
"The primary purpose of the system is to ensure the safety of our staff when handling cash as well as to rid businesses and residents of the burden of carrying cash when ...