In this compactor service and monitoring system, compactor fullness and
other critical parameters are monitored by an on-site processor.
Compactor fullness is monitored using a pressure sensor capable of
measuring hydraulic fluid system pressure for a compactor ram during a
compactor compaction cycle. The processor generates a message indicating
the compactor is full when the pressure is at least equal to a preset
pressure for a preset time during a compaction cycle. Messages are sent
via a wireless transmitter to a receiver that converts these messages
into internet messages and directs them to a computer server database
system. This system creates a work order in response to the message and
sends the work order to a service provider via email. The email contains
a link back to the database system web-site for tracking services
provided by the recipient.