Installation of buried containers for waste collection. Ural56.Ru found out the pros and cons of new devices for the city.
A buried container is a tank with a bag inside. Two thirds of it is dug into the ground, and a small part with a lid remains on the surface. Such a container can have a capacity of up to 5 cubic meters (about 7 standard above-ground tanks). A special machine uses a loading device to remove a sealed bag made of thick “fabric” from it and pour its contents into the body.
Pros of in-ground containers
Containers in Orenburg, 19.10.2015
Manufacturers note such positive sides in-ground containers such as:
- saving space in courtyards (most of it is hidden underground, and the above-ground part occupies less space than several ordinary tanks);
- large volume of containers;
- compliance with constant temperature regime due to being underground (according to them, garbage does not freeze in winter and does not deteriorate in summer).
However, our interlocutor, a resident of the regional center, denied that the temperature in them is always positive. As an example, he cited a situation where, after such a tank burned and, accordingly, extinguished in winter, a block of ice ended up in the bag.
Minuses
Recessed containers in Orenburg, 2018
Installation of such containers requires certain conditions, so they cannot appear anywhere. At a minimum, in order to dig a sufficiently large tank into the ground, the site must be free of all communications, including pipelines and cables.
Buying such containers is quite expensive. They cost several times more than conventional tanks.
In addition, special vehicles are needed to remove waste from them. There are no such people in Orsk yet. And the situation with garbage collection that is developing in the city today raises concerns - now the operator cannot even cope with the removal of waste from ordinary containers if he has cars. Will more problems arise with the advent of new tanks, and will the responsible organization have the necessary equipment?
Bulky waste
Container site near house No. 1a on Lenin Avenue in Orsk, 03/25/2019
And of course, we must not forget about bulky waste. Large waste cannot be placed in a buried container, and the hatch for dumping waste is not very large. Orchan residents are accustomed to storing everything that can fit into overhead bins. Here the townspeople will have to relearn their skills.
IN Orenburg Collection of bulky waste is organized at special sites near buried containers. Where there are no designated areas, garbage is piled right next to their above-ground parts. No one is saying yet how this will be organized in Orsk.
1.1. Purpose and features of buried waste containers
Recessed garbage containers are designed for the collection and accumulation of household waste in public places: car refueling stations, city squares, park areas and recreation areas large quantity of people.
Recessed garbage containers require little space, look modern and do not spoil the landscape, fit organically into architectural complexes, and are very aesthetically pleasing. The buried waste container is mounted permanently into a pre-built foundation on a selected site. The removable garbage container is cleaned as it is filled using garbage trucks equipped with hydraulic manipulators.
The replacement container is pulled out by a manipulator from the underground part along with the garbage and emptied into the loading opening of the garbage truck body. The above-ground part of a buried type container can be designed in any style, which allows the waste disposal shaft to fit very harmoniously into the city landscape and have a vandal-proof design. The waste disposal pit may not have greater height, which is very convenient for children and people with disabilities.
1.2. Manufacturers of in-ground waste containers
The largest manufacturers of metal garbage cans from Russia and Europe are presented in this catalogue. This. Most foreign companies have their representative offices or companies representing their interests in Russia. For each manufacturer, the address, company name, phone number, website, main specialization and equipment produced are indicated. The portal www.site contains a list of manufacturers of special equipment included in the catalog of metal garbage cans:
1.3. Sale of new and used in-ground garbage containers
1.4. Rent of in-ground containers
1.6. Price of buried containers
The website portal presents prices for various models of recessed garbage containers, which are listed in the price lists of domestic and foreign manufacturers. The price of recessed containers mainly determines their quality. Price lists for in-ground garbage containers for sale are a documentary representation of their market price. The price level allows you to make informed decisions about purchasing the required model. Many buyers are interested in the prices of not only new, but also used in-ground garbage containers. Prices for used recessed garbage containers are posted in the "Bulletin Board" or "Photo Advertisements" sections.
1.7. Photos of buried garbage containers
The catalog contains photos of recessed garbage containers with various volumes, lid options, having different overall dimensions and architectural design.
1.8. Technical characteristics of buried waste containers
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The main technical characteristics of in-ground waste containers from the world's leading manufacturers are presented in the summary table. For each model of in-ground garbage container, photographs, detailed technical specifications and a link to the equipment manufacturer are published.
| Trademark (brand) of the manufacturer / Model of equipment (index) |
Recessed container type |
Capacity of the recessed container, cubic meters |
| Otto SUWS 5 |
in-ground waste containers |
4,9 |
| SILO Biosilo-Citybin |
0,6 |
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| SILO-Citybin 1 |
recessed containers |
1,2 |
| SILO-Citybin 3 |
recessed containers |
3 |
| SILO-Citybin 5 |
recessed containers |
5 |
| Babylon K-5 |
buried trash containers |
5 |
| Dubrovitsy MUSC0NT 3 |
3 |
|
| Dubrovitsy MUSCONT 5 |
buried trash containers |
5 |
| Zilstroymash KP (series) |
buried trash containers |
3-5 |
List of models of recessed containers
The catalog of buried waste containers contains a complete list of models from Russian and foreign manufacturers. Detailed technical specifications are published for each model of a recessed type garbage container, the country and manufacturer are indicated, and a photograph of the product.
Every day in big cities, small towns and others populated areas Tons of garbage accumulate. Street garbage containers and bins located near institutions and residential buildings quickly fill up. They emit an unpleasant odor and spoil the appearance of the landscape, attract rodents and insects, becoming sources of dangerous diseases. What solutions exist today? A breakthrough in waste disposal technology was the underground waste collection system developed by Villiger from Switzerland.
How is waste stored and collected in underground containers?
The Swiss company Villiger presented a conceptual solution for waste disposal. These are underground containers that are hermetically connected to waste receptacles located on the surface. Waste containers are lowered into and out of the shaft using a hydraulic lift. When they are full, they are removed using the TER SPA series control panel, loaded onto a garbage truck and transported to a waste recycling facility.
Underground container systems are airtight, take up little space and hold 5-7 times more waste than traditional trash cans. Above-ground garbage receptacles fit organically into the urban landscape, do not emit a stench, and there is no falling garbage around them. The tanks do not need to be opened or moved while the contents are being shipped, making maintenance as simple and cost-effective as possible. Access to them is carried out using cards, and its owner pays only for what he threw away.
Villiger underground disposal systems are versatile and practical due to the fact that they are fully automated. They are convenient to use, even if you need to ship household waste or construction garbage directly from the truck body. It is enough to pay for the shipment with a card, after which the platform with a hydraulic lift rises, making it possible to unload the waste into the waste collection chamber.
Why are underground garbage disposals convenient?
Underground waste disposal systems are a versatile and cost-effective solution.
- The large capacity of the containers allows you to store a large amount of waste in a small area.
- There can be several garbage collectors; depending on the amount of garbage on the site, up to 5 containers are installed.
- The storage facility is suitable for different types of waste: organic waste, paper, cardboard, PET containers and textiles.
- The waste does not harm people and environment, which confirms the environmental friendliness of the storage system.
- The storage is hygienic, it is impossible that a bird, rodent or pet will accidentally get into the garbage receptacle.
- The garbage disposal is easy to use, and its configuration does not spoil the urban landscape.
The storage facilities are sealed and protected from accidental ingress of moisture and precipitation, so they last longer and the garbage in them does not decompose.
The containers are safe to use and maintain. Their cover is not heavy and lacks sharp corners. The locking mechanism ensures maximum fire safety of the contents and prevents spillage.
If you buy a container for underground storage and waste disposal, the costs will quickly pay off. Why? Due to the large volume tanks, which allows not only to store a large volume of garbage, but also to increase the interval for its removal.
Separate waste storage - how does it work?
With an underground storage system, the problem of separate waste collection is easily solved, which significantly improves the environmental situation in megacities and small towns. Its shape and appearance fits well into the urban environment and improves the appearance of residential and industrial areas.
To summarize, we suggest watching a video of such a system in action:
ECOLIFT™ is an innovative system for the collection and underground storage of municipal solid waste (MSW), designed for mass use in in public places.
System ECOLIFT™ works on the principle of a hydraulic lift. Waste is collected and accumulated in standard garbage containers installed on a lifting platform lowered into a sealed underground space. The trash cans located on the surface serve as garbage receptacles and send waste directly to an underground container. By operating a lifting mechanism, the management company lifts the containers to the surface for cleaning and emptying, and then lowers them back underground.
System ECOLIFT™ - developed by engineers of the PANDA LIFT company with the expectation of operation in the Russian climate ( low temperatures, heavy snowfalls, icing, heavy rainfall).
RELEVANCE OF APPLICATION
Idea of development and implementation new system collection and underground storage of solid waste in Russia, came to the engineers of the PANDA LIFT company in 2012 and was caused by the urgency of the garbage problem in public places and residential areas of large cities in Russia.
There are a number of problems associated with garbage, but it is especially important to highlight the problem of cleanliness, environmental safety and aesthetics of primary waste collection points, such as city trash cans and garbage containers installed in public places with high traffic or in residential courtyards.
The overflowing garbage containers given as an example are located in a residential area (photo on the left) and along the alley, behind the Dynamo stadium, Moscow (photo on the right). Such examples are common, starting from cultural parks and alleys in the historical part of the city, ending with prestigious residential complexes.
ADVANTAGES OF USE
New system ECOLIFT™ designed to relieve city residents, passers-by and public utilities from the “garbage” problem. Below are just a few visible benefits use ECOLIFT™.
- Visual and sanitary cleanliness around waste collection points;
- There is no unpleasant odor from decomposing food waste;
- Garbage collection points no longer serve as habitats for dangerous stray animals;
- Food and household waste are not taken away by birds;
- Garbage collection points no longer breed insects, rats and other pests;
- Garbage collection points no longer attract homeless people.
There are also important components that are difficult to measure, for example: aesthetics, satisfaction of residents of residential areas, raising the image of the local district, administration, management company, etc.
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION AND OPERATING PRINCIPLE
The basis of the system ECOLIFT™ consists of a hydraulic scissor-type lifting platform. The dimensions of the platform, lifting height and load-bearing capacity are determined based on the number of garbage containers installed on it, their type, geometric dimensions, total mass waste accumulated in them.
The lifting platform is installed in a pre-prepared concrete shaft (pit), part of which is reserved for the equipment room, in which a hydraulic station and electrical panel are installed.
The monolithic shaft is completely sealed. It is protected both from the external influence of groundwater and melt water, and from the influence atmospheric precipitation. The roof, installed on a platform on two (or four) supports, serves as a shaft cover. When the platform is in the lowered position, the roof hermetically closes the shaft due to a specially designed abutment structure, the “lock” type. The design of the lock was developed by PANDA LIFT engineers in such a way that its tightness cannot be compromised, it cannot become frozen, clogged with debris, or fail for other reasons.
A control console for the lifting system is installed on the surface, in close proximity to the waste bins. To remove garbage containers from the ground, the console has control buttons (raise, lower, stop). The management console can only be activated using a special access key, which is held by employees of the operating organizations.
All system elements ECOLIFT™ made in anti-vandal design. There are no wires or working mechanisms of the system on the surface; only trash cans are visible.
If necessary, the system can be equipped with electronic access or personalization devices. In this case, to access the ballot boxes, the system user must attach a magnetic key or enter a code.
This option can be useful when the system is installed in places where it is used by a certain group of people (for example, residents of a specific residential complex, or employees of a certain organization, etc.).
An integral part and important option of the system ECOLIFT™ is the presence of a function to monitor the filling status of garbage containers. Special infrared sensors are triggered when the container is close to filling or is already full. When the sensors are triggered, the programmable controller can issue a command to perform the following actions:
- Transmits messages to the management company via the GSM module (SMS or E-mail messages);
- Controls the light indication indicating which of the underground containers is full;
- Blocks the electromagnetic lock of the trash can lid so that waste no longer enters the filled container.
THE LINEUP
System ECOLIFT™ designed for use with both mobile roll-out garbage containers and cargo garbage containers with a capacity of up to 20 cubic meters. The lifting platform can accommodate from 1 to 8 mobile compact containers at the same time, or one cargo container weighing up to 20 tons (when filled).
System ECOLIFT™ provides for the installation of garbage containers on the platform for separate collection of solid waste. In this case, specially marked bins (paper, glass, plastic, batteries, etc.) are installed on the surface.
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
In accordance with the general requirements for hydraulic lifting devices, as well as taking into account the specific operation of the system, it is necessary to periodically check the condition and Maintenance systems (once every 3 months).
Maintenance includes:
- Checking the condition of metal structures, bolted and welded joints;
- Checking the condition of the hydraulic station ( technical condition engine, components, oil level check, etc.);
- Checking the condition of hydraulic cylinders;
- Checking the condition of hydraulic hoses and connections;
- Testing of electrical units and components;
- Checking the system control unit;
- Checking sensors (safety, stop, etc.)
- Cleaning and processing
Such a check takes PANDA LIFT specialists from 2 to 4 hours and directly affects the safety, quality and service life of the system.
It’s nice that every day life with us is getting better and more fun. The telephone is already capable of replacing huge computers, the robot rover takes pictures of itself on Mars, and tickets to space will soon be sold to everyone. And only with garbage for a long time nothing happened. Remember what outdoor bins look like in your yard? If in Moscow the situation with this is even more or less decent, then in the regions you cannot approach a garbage container without a gas mask. Containers cast a shadow over neighborhood life in every possible way - they smell bad, sometimes catch fire, homeless people rummage around there, rats breed, and the wind blows garbage all over the area. What to do? There should be no garbage containers! Today we will talk about underground waste storage facilities. Let's see what it is.
01. Garbage cans in my beloved Omsk look like this. I think this picture will not surprise anyone. Everyone is accustomed to the fact that in every yard there is a disgusting place that exudes a stench throughout the entire area. 
02. What to do about it? All trash cans must be placed underground. There should be no disgusting dirty containers! There are several types of underground waste collection systems. This one is the simplest. Conventional bins are lowered down on a lift, and only a garbage receptacle remains on top, similar to a conventional garbage chute. 
When the car arrives, the containers are lifted and emptied. It looks something like this:
03. Everything is clean and tidy from above. 
04. Nothing smells, nothing flows along the roads and nothing rots in the sun. 
05. Yes different types receptacles, for example for glass, paper or household waste. 
06. This is what the containers look like together. 
07. So they rise. 
08. The next system is more complicated, but better. Here the receiver and tank are a single unit. The advantages are obvious - the system is completely sealed. It is faster to service - you don’t have to push the tanks in, nothing falls out. And most importantly, it is many times more spacious than one tank. Depending on the size, such an underground tank can be up to 5 times more spacious than a regular container. This means that you can take out garbage less often. 
The container can be large - the garbage is automatically compacted there.
09.
10. Access to tanks can be made using cards so that only residents of the house can use them. This is necessary in cases where garbage removal is paid and residents do not want to pay extra. 
11. But the coolest thing is the district vacuum garbage chute! 
12. The horizontal system works on the principle of pneumatic mail. Garbage can be compacted in bins and flown into storage. All garbage cans in the area can be connected to such a system. Beauty. The garbage automatically goes to a distribution point, from where it is taken to landfills. You can also connect existing garbage disposals in homes to this system. The vacuum system requires serious investment - about 500 million rubles for 10,000 apartments, but it pays for itself in 30 years, since there is no need to maintain hundreds of garbage cans every day. 
13. The latest garbage fashion is solar-powered trash cans! They compact waste and consume no electricity at all. 
14. How do we pay for garbage removal now? Divided into all apartments. Access to the tank can be by cards. You can connect a billing system to the tank and then each resident of the house will pay only for what he threw away! The system can even weigh the trash and rate it! This is the garbage future! 
The advantages of underground storage facilities are obvious: they take up little space, they do not spoil the appearance of the street, they are easier to maintain, they do not smell, and do not attract homeless people and animals. The cost of such a system is from 400,000 rubles per tank. Moscow authorities spend approximately this much per year on asphalt maintenance in one yard. Garbage cans should decorate the yard! 
