The City of Eugene has identified organic waste diversion within the commercial sector as a strategy to increase recycling. The unit is designed for ease of use. Materials are added to the top without requiring the user to bend or stoop over the bin. The compost tray simply slides out for easy access to castings. Compost can be harvested simply by pulling the patented slide bar at the front of the bin.
Harvesting is done on an as needed basis.
The unit comes pre-assembled. No assembly is required, although the unit comes with a user installable safety latch so the lid can be locked closed with a pad lock if desired. A lid is provided to shield the bin from rain and retain and retain moisture in the simmer. Since the bin is made of wood, odors are not normally a problem as with plastic bins. The bin can process up to five pounds per day of typical office discards, including fruit peelings, vegetable peelings, coffee grounds, coffee filters, egg shells, tea bags, and refrigerator clean-outs.