Public Space Trash & Recycling Cans

Canopies & Walkways

Public Space Trash & Recycling Cans

Secure Infrastructure for Demanding Public Environments

Durable public-realm trash and recycling cans designed to perform where open bins fail.

What Problem This Solves

In dense urban areas, open bins lead to:

  • Can-diving and litter spread
  • Vermin access
  • Contaminated recycling
  • Fires and vandalism
  • Constant servicing and replacement

metroSTOR secure cans are built for visibility, abuse and political scrutiny.

    Where This Is Used

    Primary solution

  • Public Space


    • Also used in

  • Commercial districts
  • Transit and civic spaces
    • See Public Space Solutions

Why This System Works

  • Enclosed steel design prevents access
  • Hands-free options to maximize participation
  • Aperture designs minimize contamination
  • Built for rough handling and misuse
  • Supports branding and placemaking
  • Reduces servicing frequency
  • Lower lifetime cost than open bins

Typical Configurations Used

Platform Capabilities

  • Optional access control
  • Monitoring and service insights
  • Scales district-by-district

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