The equipment required to apply daily cover varies depending on the material. For loose materials like shredded green waste or processed debris, bulldozers, loaders, or graders are used to spread the cover evenly over the waste. Spray-on foams require specialized spraying machines that can apply the material in a uniform layer that hardens quickly.
Synthetic liners and tarps are typically unrolled using forklifts, cranes, or manually by crews, and they may require anchors, weights, or straps to hold them in place. Some sites use compactors or rollers to ensure that loose or lightweight materials stay in position and fully cover the waste. The choice of equipment depends on the size of the landfill, the type of cover, and operational efficiency.
