Knowra Waste container Waste container A receptacle used to collect, store, or transport discarded materials. It may be designed for household refuse, recycling, hazardous waste, or industrial materials.
Waste bin : A small container used to collect everyday refuse, often indoors. A common household and workplace form for collecting waste at its point of use.
Municipal solid waste : Everyday solid waste collected from households, businesses, and institutions. It is the main stream handled by ordinary curbside bins and municipal containers.
Waste compactor : A machine that compresses waste to reduce its volume. Compaction lets a container hold more waste, but requires equipment designed for the added forces.
Waste bag : A flexible bag used to collect or contain discarded materials. Unlike a rigid container, it conforms to contents and can itself be discarded.
Dumpster : A large, often open-topped container used for bulk waste collection. Its capacity and loading design suit shared buildings and construction sites.
Hazardous waste : Waste that poses substantial risks to health or the environment because of its properties. Its hazards determine required materials, labels, closures, and handling procedures.
Containerization : The practice of enclosing goods or materials in standardized containers for handling and transport. Standardized dimensions and fittings make waste containers easier to move and load.
Littering : The improper disposal of waste in public or natural spaces. It leaves discarded material outside designated containers and collection systems.
Recycling bin : A container for collecting materials intended for recycling. Separate containers keep recyclable materials apart from general refuse.
Waste segregation : The separation of waste into categories for different handling, recovery, or disposal. Separating streams at the container prevents contamination and unsafe mixing.
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