Oshkosh Corporation announced a new artificial‑intelligence‑enabled system that detects material contamination in real time during refuse and recycling collection. The technology, developed by Oshkosh’s McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing unit in partnership with Paris‑based Lixo, uses AI algorithms to analyze sensor data from collection vehicles and flag contaminants as they are picked up, allowing operators to take immediate corrective action.
The system will be available as a factory‑installed option on new McNeilus vehicles and as a retrofit kit for existing fleets, and it will integrate with Oshkosh’s ClearSky Intelligence telematics platform. The launch is part of Oshkosh’s broader strategy to electrify, automate, and connect its product portfolio, positioning the company as a comprehensive provider of advanced waste‑management solutions.
Lee Dreas, president of McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, said, "Material contamination detection is the next evolution in refuse and recycling collection. This technology enables customers to see what's really in their waste stream and is retrofittable to support mixed fleets. It can help haulers demonstrate compliance, provides municipalities with the data they need to drive recycling performance and empowers both to operate efficiently and sustainably."
Jay Iyengar, executive vice president and chief technology and strategic sourcing officer at Oshkosh Corporation, added, "Artificial intelligence and connected data systems are transforming how essential industries operate. At Oshkosh, we are integrating these technologies into the vehicles and equipment that support critical infrastructure to aid efficiency and sustainability in the communities they serve."
Marjorie Darcet, co‑founder and CEO of Lixo, noted, "Lixo has been developing contamination detection solutions for close to five years. The technology is patented and has proven its scalability and efficiency across Europe with over 300,000 bins analyzed every single day, reinforcing the strength of this AI technology. We are thrilled to be working with McNeilus to bring the technology to North America. We are confident that combining our forces can bring very significant value to haulers in residential, commercial, and industrial waste segments."
Oshkosh’s Q4 2025 earnings, released on January 29 2026, showed revenue of $2.69 billion—above the $2.60 billion consensus—and an EPS of $2.26, slightly below the $2.33 estimate. The company’s revenue beat was driven by strong demand in its core segments, while the EPS miss reflected higher operating costs and a shift in product mix toward lower‑margin offerings. The new contamination‑detection system is expected to add incremental revenue and improve margins over time by reducing contamination rates and lowering disposal costs for customers.
The launch underscores Oshkosh’s commitment to sustainability and data‑driven operations. By providing real‑time visibility into waste streams, the technology helps haulers demonstrate compliance, gives municipalities the data needed to improve recycling performance, and enables both parties to operate more efficiently and sustainably. The partnership with Lixo brings proven AI expertise to North America, while the integration with ClearSky ensures a unified view of fleet data, reinforcing Oshkosh’s strategy to deliver connected, electrified, and automated solutions across its product lines.
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