BigBelly Solar Compactor :: Get Your Trash In Better Shape
Testimonials
"Highland Park has already noticed a big difference--'We used to empty the trash every day: 2 bags a day, 7 days a week; that's 14 bags a week. We put [the BigBelly] in and we empty it once, maybe twice a week." NBC30 News - Hartford, Connecticut
"We are thrilled with our BigBelly units. We have been able to go from 2 trash pick-ups per day to once every 3 days indicating that they hold 6 times as much as our regular trash receptacles." Amie Zander - Exec. Dir. of West Ridge Chamber of Commerce, Chicago, IL
"I was skeptical at first, but to my amazement, the machines are working great for the university." Ted Woods - Refuse Coordinator, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ
High Profile Locations are:
Fenway Park (home of The Boston Red Sox)
Boston's Faneuil Hall
Baltimore Inner Harbour
The Alamo in San Antonio, Texas
Chicago Millennium Park
Harvard University
Walden Pond (of Henry David Thoreau fame)
The BigBelly uses 100% solar power to automatically compact trash at the point of disposal, dramatically increasing capacity by 5x within the same footprint as ordinary receptacles. Increased capacity means fewer collection trips, cutting related fuel use and greenhouse gas emissions by 80%.
Managing Automation Media has chosen BigBelly Solar as one of the 2009 PM100 Award Winners.
Designed to keep pests out and litter in, the BigBelly is safe and easy to use. Already proven in urban streets, parks, colleges, arenas - and in all weather conditions. Additionally, recycling options are available and the bins can be outfitted with a wireless monitoring system so municipalities or others can be notified when it's time for pickup.
Fun Facts
BigBelly can operate for a day on the equivalent energy it takes to make a piece of toast!
BigBelly can operate for a week on the equivalent energy it takes to make a pot of coffee!
BigBelly can operate for four months on the equivalent energy it takes to drive a Prius one mile!
BigBelly can operate for eight years on the equivalent energy it takes to drive a garbage truck one mile!
Committed to the Environment
Packaging: BigBellySolar has made an effort to reduce the amount of packaging for our product (balanced by the need to protect BigBelly in shipping). The result is less cardboard and plastic to dispose of or recycle. Both cardboard and pallets are recyclable.
Reduction in Bags: Part of BigBelly's efficiency model is reduction in number of bags vs. traditional receptacles.We estimate a 75% reduction in the number of bags needed with a BigBelly.
New Leak Proof Bins: BigBellySolar has developed leakproof bins for BigBelly. You can choose to eliminate bags entirely with this new bin.
Why is the BigBelly solar powered?
Solar power enables BigBelly to be placed virtually anywhere outdoors and is a clean renewable energy source that is good for the environment.
How reliable is the BigBelly?
A New York case study found 99.8% up time in a heavy-use and demanding environment.
Does BigBelly require direct sunlight and will it work if it is not a sunny day?
BigBelly does not require direct sunlight. As long as BigBelly's solar panel can "see" the sky he can operate.
What kind of maintenance does BigBelly require?
BigBelly is a very low maintenance system. Keep the unit clean and replace the battery every 3 to 5 years.
What are the benefits of BigBelly?
Onsite compaction reduces trash pickups, saving time, money and fuel while reducing greenhouse gas and other air pollutants.
How does BigBelly know when to compact the garbage?
BigBelly compacts automatically when his electronic eye tells him the trash has reached a target level.
Do I have to empty the BigBelly?
Yes. The BigBelly holds five times the volume of a traditional trash can and will need to be emptied when the yellow indicator light is flashing.
How do you clean a BigBelly?
Power wash the unit inside and out (not including the top electronics compartment) as needed. Recommended cleaning agents are listed in the manual.
What are the safety features of the BigBelly?
The trash collection hopper prevents hands from reaching into the compaction area. The unit is locked and will not operate when the front or top doors are open. The machine runs on a safe low voltage system.
Is the BigBelly animal resistant?
Yes. BigBelly's enclosed design keeps raccoons, squirrels, birds and other animals out of the trash. A bear resistant latch is an available option (and is also handicap accessible).
Does the trash come out as dense as a brick?
No. Although BigBelly will compact trash to 20% of its normal size, the trash is not compacted into a brick and will not in any way inhibit sorting or recycling.
Where are BigBellies currently being used?
BigBellies are deployed across the US and in 15 countries around the world in cities and towns, parks and beaches, universities, zoos and amusement parks...
Does BigBelly have a public relations benefit?
Yes! BigBelly is a practical and visible demonstration of green technology that gets the attention of the press and public. See the press section of our website for examples of the kind of coverage and attention that BigBelly receives.
Is BigBelly expensive?
BigBelly is partpart of a trash collection system that saves, time, money and fuel. It delivers an impressive ROI with a payback of less than 1.5 years in busy locations and significant ongoing savings.
Is advertising available on the BigBelly?
Yes. Advertising panels on the sides of the machine are an available option.
How energy efficient is the BigBelly?
BigBelly gets 100% of its energy from the sun. It uses less than 5 watt hours per day. Driving a garbage truck for one mile is the equivalent energy of operating a BigBelly for 8 years!
The BigBelly Solar Compactor ships directly from the factory in Vermont.
"At BigBelly Solar, we take pride in providing our customers a positive experience with our products. We have an outstanding reputation for reliability and customer service. We will always do whatever is necessary to keep our BigBelly machines working perfectly."
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Now in our 13th year, we are proud to have sold and supported over 38,000 mowers. People Powered Machines is more than an eco e-tailer, we are a long standing company with real people that support our products. We are totally committed to reducing gas mowing, noise emmissions, and returning pleasure to backyards everywhere! Let us know if we can help you with your decision in any way.
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