Mega Shredder Operations and Features

Tim and Richard visit SA Recycling at the Port of Los Angeles to explore the recycling process. They first examine the guillotine, learning about its operation and safety measures. The focus then shifts to the mega shredder, a powerful machine capable of shredding 600 cars per hour. The video highlights the shredder's operation, safety protocols, and the importance of recycling.

What types of items are processed at SA Recycling in Los Angeles?

• Cars, appliances, and bridges

• Only appliances

• Only cars

• Only bridges

What is the educational background of the person operating the guillotine?

• BFA in theater arts

• Engineering degree

• MBA in business

• High school diploma

What humorous suggestion was made about the theater major?

• To perform a play

• To sing a song

• To add drama to the operation

• To write a script

What materials are avoided by the guillotine during the recycling process?

• Paper and cardboard

• Glass and rubber

• Wood and plastic

• Plates over three inches thick and cylinders with hydraulic fluid

What is the capacity of the mega shredder in terms of cars processed per hour?

• 300 cars

• 900 cars

• 100 cars

• 600 cars

When does the mega shredder operate?

• From 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM

• All day long

• From 8:00 PM to 2:00 AM

• Only on weekends

What is the narrator's comment about the mega shredder's power?

• It's the oldest in Southern California

• It's the most efficient in Southern California

• It's the most powerful in Southern California

• It's the weakest in Southern California

What is the horsepower of the mega shredder's motor?

• 9,000 horsepower

• 11,000 horsepower

• 7,000 horsepower

• 5,000 horsepower

What unexpected event occurred with Richard's car?

• It was repaired

• It was painted

• It was shredded

• It was stolen

What safety feature does the shredder have to handle emergencies?

• Fire extinguishing hoses

• Alarm system

• Automatic shutdown

• Emergency brakes