What is 'compaction factor' in SAP IS-U-WA - Waste Management?

compaction factor - Overview

• Component: IS-U-WA

• Component Name: Waste Management

• Description: Factor by which the waste volume is reduced when the waste is compacted. Waste is compacted using either a compactor or a device attached to the vehicle. A compaction factor of 2 would result in half the original volume, for example.

compaction factor - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Compaction factor is a term used in SAP IS-U-WA Waste Management. It is a numerical value that is used to calculate the amount of waste that can be stored in a container. The compaction factor is determined by the type of waste and the size of the container. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The compaction factor is used to calculate the amount of waste that can be stored in a container. To do this, the compaction factor must be multiplied by the volume of the container. This will give you the total amount of waste that can be stored in the container. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When calculating the compaction factor, it is important to take into account the type of waste and the size of the container. Different types of waste have different compaction factors, so it is important to use the correct compaction factor for each type of waste. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The compaction factor is an important part of SAP IS-U-WA Waste Management. It is used to calculate how much waste can be stored in a container and helps ensure that containers are not overfilled. It is also important to note that different types of waste have different compaction factors, so it is important to use the correct compaction factor for each type of waste.