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Smart Waste Management · Travel Center and Public Transportation

Smart waste management for transportation hubs and public transit

Smart waste management for transit hubs makes it easier to keep entrances, waiting areas, and walkways clean. EWF ECO helps you combine smart trash cans, fill-level sensors, and recycling for train stations, bus terminals, and bus stops. Capacity, placement, and emptying are tailored to passenger flows.

Start with the everyday life of the place

Clear for travelers. Practical for operations.

Preparedness for Sudden Peaks

Rush hour, traffic disruptions, and events can cause load conditions to change rapidly. Prioritize the locations where the containers fill up first.

Simple, in passing

Travelers are often short on time. Visible stations, clearly marked ticket slots, and consistent signage make it easier to choose.

Service with Free Flow

Plan the placement and emptying of containers in coordination with the operations team to ensure proper access and mobility.

How the solution works

Smart trash cans and sensors for stations

Combine appropriate containers with information on fill levels. This helps staff prioritize emptying and indicates where greater capacity or a different location may be needed.

The right solution can combine several components. Product selection and connectivity are tailored to the site's specific conditions.

Smart Waste Management for Travel Centers and Public Transportation 1

Illustration of smart waste management. The design and product selection are tailored to the location.

Bigbelly

Smart trash cans for locations with varying waste volumes. Connectivity and compaction options are selected based on the model and type of waste.

REEN sensors

Monitor fill levels in suitable existing containers. We’ll help you assess the conditions for installation and monitoring.

Source sorting

Collect relevant waste fractions using clearly marked chutes and labeling. Adjust capacity and emptying frequency for each station.

The right solution in the right place

Start where the waste is generated

Entrances and Ticket Halls

Collect waste in areas where travelers pass through, taking into account accessibility and the site's safety requirements.

Waiting Areas and Services

Adjust the waste categories and capacity to accommodate waste from kiosks, cafes, and longer wait times.

Stops and Terminals

Take into account varying loads throughout the day and accessibility for emptying.

Routes between modes of transportation

Place stations where people naturally move between buses, trains, bicycles, and parking lots.

Waste Sorting at Travel Centers and Stations

Waste sorting needs to be easy to understand. Use consistent labeling and collect relevant waste streams where food, beverages, and other waste are generated. Test the placement based on the actual path travelers take through the venue.

From Need to Successful Operation

Start small. Track the results.

1. Survey the site

Select the busiest entrances, waiting areas, or bus stops. Document both normal traffic and recurring traffic peaks.

2. Choose a plan

Customize bins, sensors, fractions, and placement. Determine who monitors the information and how emptying should be prioritized.

3. Follow up and make adjustments

Compare waste collection, littering, and labor input. Use the results to adjust procedures and determine the next steps.

We'll help you move forward

Where does waste originate in your transportation environment?

Tell us about passenger flow, service access, and your current waste removal procedures. We’ll help you choose the right locations and solutions to get started.

Questions and Answers

Frequently Asked Questions About Waste Management for Travel Centers

Yes, it is possible to start with individual load points. The choice of containers or sensors depends on the site's use, service access, and technical conditions.

The placement and choice of products must be coordinated with the person responsible for the traffic environment. Base your decisions on the site’s requirements for safety, unobstructed passage, and service.

Yes, where they work well. Some may need to be supplemented with sensors, while others may require changes in capacity or location.

Plan procedures and access based on traffic flow. Supplementary information can help staff prioritize, but it must be combined with adequate staffing and well-maintained service routes.

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