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Practical answers on wheelie bin wheels, axles, castors, finishes and standards, written by our technical team.

bin wheels demonstration for bin fleet managers: three photos showing an axle sliding through a blue bin and a wheel pushed onto the end
How to Replace Wheelie Bin Wheels and AxlesReplace bin wheels in 5 simple steps: measure the wheel and axle, remove the clips, check the axle, fit new wheels and test. For EN 840 two-wheel bins.
bin axle demonstration for bin manufacturers: cut-away views of solid, semi-hollow and hollow axle ends
Wheelie Bin Axle Sizes: Diameter, Length and TypeBin axle sizes explained: 19, 21.5 and 22 mm diameters, how to measure length, and solid vs hollow axles with real weights, steel grades and zinc finishes.
bin castors demonstration for waste contractors: yellow zinc swivel and brake castors in front of three four-wheel bins
Choosing Castors for 660L and 1100L BinsChoose bin castors for 660L and 1100L bins: 200 mm wheels, 2 swivel plus 2 braked, plastic or steel hubs, brake types and the EN 840 checks that matter.
castor brakes demonstration for waste contractors: a 200 mm braked castor with a black polypropylene hub and a foot pedal
Castor Brakes for Waste Containers: Types and LayoutsCastor brakes for waste containers compared: wheel brake, total lock, directional lock and leading or trailing pedals, plus the safe layout for 1100L bins.
zinc plating demonstration for bin parts buyers: zinc-plated solid and hollow axles lined up by length
Zinc Plating vs Stainless Steel for Bin Axles and CastorsZinc plating or stainless steel for bin axles, castors and bolts? 5 honest facts on coating thickness, passivation, salt spray tests and coastal sites.
bin sizes demonstration for councils and bin buyers: line drawing of two-wheel and four-wheel waste containers on a blue background
Wheelie Bin Sizes: 140L to 1100L ComparedWheelie bin sizes from 140 to 1100 litres compared: typical height, width and depth, maximum loads, and the EN 840 part that covers each size.
parts supplier demonstration for procurement teams: a range of wheels and axles for two-wheel bins
How to Choose a Bin Parts Supplier: A Buyer's ChecklistChoosing a bin parts supplier? Use 9 smart checks: EN 840 parts, drawings and samples, finish standards, inspection papers, ISO 9001 and Incoterms.
castor wheels demonstration for bin designers: a swivel castor with a solid rubber tread on a pressed steel hub
Castor Wheels for Bins: Rubber, Polypropylene, Steel or Polyamide?Castor wheels compared: solid rubber treads on polypropylene, steel or polyamide hubs, plus bearings and tread hardness. Find the best pick for your bins.
bin maintenance demonstration for council fleet teams: replacement lids, a lid lock bracket and drain caps for waste bins
Wheelie Bin Maintenance Checklist for Councils and ContractorsA bin maintenance checklist for councils and contractors: 8 simple checks for wheels, axles, castors, brakes, lids, hinges, locks and bases.What Is EN 840?The European standard for mobile waste containers, parts 1 to 6.
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