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A new system introduced by KEITH Manufacturing Co. facilitates the cleanout of trailers that transport materials like soil, compost and mulch, improving the turnaround time between unloading and reloading, reducing the potential for cross-contamination between loads, and increasing worker safety. The CleenSweep® system automates the entire cleanout process, replacing manual tarps, leaf blowers and brooms, and is powered by the same hydraulic system that drives the KEITH WALKING FLOOR® system. The CleenSweep® winch is engineered to adapt to a wide range of trailer configurations. During unloading, the tarp travels along the inside of the trailer, sweeping residual material toward the discharge point. Once the load is discharged, the tarp is retracted and reset by pushing a button, saving time and supporting faster route cycles, notes KEITH Manufacturing.