Innovative container that optimizes waste disposal. MKT2010/0019_F
A new, safer, and more effective system has been patented for manufacturing waste containers, enabling precise control for both opening and closing the door without interference with the waste contents. Companies interested in commercializing the technology or establishing R&D partnerships for its development are sought. Ref. MKT2010/0019_F
Innovative container that optimizes waste disposal. MKT2010/0019_F
A new, safer, and more effective system has been patented for manufacturing waste containers, enabling precise control for both opening and closing the door without interference with the waste contents. Companies interested in commercializing the technology or establishing R&D partnerships for its development are sought. Ref: MKT2010/0019_F
El repte/The challenge
Various proposals exist for waste containers that can be operated and manipulated by different handling and emptying devices. However, most of them only provide positive control to close the doors and seal their respective waste discharge openings, without offering positive control to open the doors as well. Current solutions for opening the doors often rely on actuation mechanisms that interfere with the container contents, potentially causing damage or breakage. This often necessitates repairs or replacements, incurring additional costs.
La tecnologia/The technology
The presented technology solves the issue of interference with container contents using coupling means designed to engage with a coupling element of a device for handling and emptying containers, along with actuation means based on a hydraulic or pneumatic system. These means include linear actuators consisting of a cylinder and a piston that moves linearly inside it. The piston rod is connected at one end to one of the doors to move it for opening or closing the opening.
Avantatges innovadores/Innovative advantages
- The actuation elements do not interfere with the container contents.
- Movement control is commanded for both opening and closing of the doors.
- Using pipes instead of mechanisms enhances safety and makes components easier to protect. Pipes are less prone to damage or malfunction caused by waste.
- Injecting fluid from the crane eliminates the need for mechanisms inside the container.
Fase actual de desenvolupament/Current stage of development
Designed and validated technology.
Aplicacions i mercat objectiu/Applications and target market
This new technology may be of great interest to manufacturers of vehicles or systems for urban solid waste collection.
It solves current issues of interference between discharge elements and waste, allowing for precise control of both door opening and closing.
Safer and more durable due to the use of pipes instead of transmission mechanisms for movement.
Oportunitats de negoci/Business opportunity
Tecnologia disponible per a ser llicenciada amb cooperació tècnica/Technology available to be licensed with technical cooperation
Estat de la propietat intel·lectual i industrial/Intelectual property status
PCT sol·licitada/PCT application
Contacte/Contact
Servei de Gestió de la Innovació
T. +34 934 13 76 23
gestio.innovacio@upc.edu