Johnny JAws North America, LLC
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How can I determine if Johnny Jaws is the right fit for my operation that will save me time, make me money and keep my operators safe... isn't there a competitor?
Our customers tell us the only system that comes close is the installation of side-pockets. Then they also tell us, after they look at the videos and use our White Paper to run their numbers, it's no contest.
What prevents the cans from falling into the hopper?
The Jaws are constructed to empty the can at 90 degrees vertical. The operator can take the can past vertical if needed to fully empty the occasional stubborn refuse that does not fall out on its own. But at no time can it release from the Jaws into the hopper, unless the operator releases the cylinders from inside the truck.
Why do your customers call Johnny Jaws "the unfair advantage" and "the utility infielder" of the Waste Management industry?
Our customers tell us it is very hard for another company that does not have Johnny Jaws to underbid them on both their mixed front and rear-load routes and on all rear-load routes because of the speed at which they can operate.... No need to run two crews on mixed routes, and under :50 service time vs. 5 to 12 minutes a can on all rear-load routes.
Is Johnny Jaws patented?
Yes! US Patent No. 8388036
Do you sell trucks?
No... Johnny Jaws is an aftermarket product that can be installed on almost any front-load truck to enable it to service both front and rear-load cans at the same stop in under :50 seconds each. We can, however, assist in locating front-load trucks for our customers through our Nationwide Installer - Trainer - Service - Sales Network of service companies.
What are the most common problems reported by customers with the system?
Customers report the occasional airbag, and a very small percentage of cylinder, failures. We recommend purchasing our spare parts package. Most such problems can be avoided if your mechanics or operators follow the weekly recommended 15 minute maintenance protocol.
Over the years, almost every significant problem has been ultimately attributed by our "customers" to be caused by operator abuse. As everyone in the industry knows, you can break anything if you don't follow the procedures or take short cuts.
Johnny Jaws has been over-engineered to take a beating. We back that up with our warranty.
Where, when and how long does it take to install a set of Johnny Jaws and to train our mechanics and operators?
We can install a set of Johnny Jaws in a 4 to 6-hour period, the same day, in your garage or the location of your choice with the assistance of your mechanics and targeted operators present. We can also assist your people to install the apparatus remotely via a Zoom call, etc. in most cases.
Can Johnny Jaws service composite cans?
In most cases they cannot. We always ask potential customers to send us pictures of both their typical can and a head-on view of the truck's fork assembly to ensure the Jaws are compatible before we send out a quote.
Can the system handle fully loaded and heavy 4-yard dumpsters?
Yes... A set of Johnny Jaws can service most ANSI Standard metal cans up to 4 cubic yards in volume. The truck's fork system will fail before the Jaws. The system has been tested in the lab and in the field over 10 years to handle up to a 10,000 lbs load. If the dumpster does not break and the truck can handle the lift, Johnny Jaws will handle the job.
We manufacture and recommend our Booster System[tm] for those customers that service a large and/or heavy number of 4-yard cans. This system adds two [2] additional airbags to support the weight of the load on the front panel of the can.
Does the system work on pretty much any rear-load dumpster?
Yes... A set of Johnny Jaws can service most ANSI Standard metal rear-load cans up to 4 cubic yards in volume and is made to be modified to operate on most all ANSI Standard dump trucks. The truck's fork system or the dumpster will fail before the Jaws. The reason they cannot service cans over four yards is because they extend too high in the air and the refuse falls outside the truck's hopper due to gravity.
Can the dumpster fall out of the Jaws once the cylinders are engaged?
No... Once the trunnion bar is properly locked in place with the cylinders, it can not come out until the operator releases them from inside the cab.
Even if the hydraulic lines are cut, the engine and/or the pneumatics fail, or if the truck is in an accident, the cylinders fail closed and locked so the can will not come lose.
Is Johnny Jaws powered hydraulically?
No... It is powered pneumatically and operates off the truck's existing pneumatic system.
How long is my truck down during installation?
Most installations are completed within one day, allowing the vehicle to return to service without extended route interruptions.
How does Johnny Jaws improve route efficiency?
Johnny Jaws reduces time spent at each stop by minimizing manual handling and repositioning. Faster stops help routes run more consistently and reduce delays that compound over a full day.
Do I need to modify my cans to use Johnny Jaws?
No. Johnny Jaws works with standard containers, so fleets do not need to replace or retrofit existing cans. This avoids added cost and service disruption.
