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Maintenance

Example problems and possible solutions

Man tilting a large skip bin

Problem

To access the rubbish at the bottom of the bins the operator must either lean into the bin or rest it onto their thighs.

Man lowering hinged side on bin

Solution

The introduction of drop sided bins allowed for a more comfortable, easier and safer access to the rubbish bins.

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Updated 2012-10-24