Technical Information
The SafeWaste cart lid latch is specifically designed to meet the needs of the waste industry. It provides a unique tip action release solution that has been rigorously tested in the field.
COST EFFECTIVE
Easy to install
Models available for all cart styles
Exceptional durability.
COMPREHENSIVE PRODUCT TESTING
Mechanically tested over 20,000 cycles without failure
Tested for use in extreme temperature conditions:
-40°C (-40°F) through 50°C (120°F)
Successfully tested on a wide variety of bin lifters and bin types.
IMPROVES HEALTH AND SAFETY
Lessens risks faced by collection crews
Eliminates improvised solutions, e.g. bungee cords, tape, weights etc.
Reduces health risks from hazardous materials and PPE items.
AUTO RELEASE
Automatic release even when emptying minimal payloads
Keeps cart lid latched until over the collection vehicles waste chute, preventing early opening.
PROTECTS THE ENVIRONMENT
Minimizes litter lost from carts
Reduces fouling of storm water drains and pipes – a common cause of flooding and water pollution
Heavy duty latch models are available to keep animals and birds out of carts
Suitable for all waste streams – general, re-cycle, yard waste and organic.
LOWER COLLECTION COSTS
Lessens the time wasted by collection crews on clean-ups
Sets a limit on over filling of carts
Reduces landfill costs by ensuring carts lid remains closed, keeping contents dry in wet weather.
