Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions About Waste Bin Hire
Whether you’re hiring a waste bin for home renovations, construction projects, garden clean-ups or commercial waste removal, we’ve answered the questions customers ask most often. If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, our team is ready to help.
What does Rubin Hire specialise in?
Rubin Hire (Pty) Ltd specialises in durable galvanised steel waste bins for estates, residential complexes, flats, and businesses. The company supplies and maintains high-quality waste management bins designed for demanding residential and commercial environments.
What type of waste bins does Rubin Hire supply?
Rubin Hire’s flagship product is the 1100L hot-dipped galvanised steel waste bin. These heavy-duty refuse bins are designed for long-term use in high-density residential developments, commercial properties, and body corporate environments.
Why choose galvanised steel waste bins over plastic bins?
Galvanised steel bins offer superior strength, durability, fire resistance, and vandal resistance compared to plastic alternatives. They are specifically designed to withstand demanding outdoor conditions and high-volume daily use while offering a significantly longer lifespan.
How long do galvanised steel bins last?
Rubin Hire’s hot-dipped galvanised steel bins are designed to provide up to 15 years of service life when properly maintained. The galvanised coating helps protect the bins against rust and corrosion.
Are Rubin Hire bins compatible with municipal refuse trucks?
Yes. Rubin Hire’s 1100L galvanised bins are manufactured for seamless compatibility with standard municipal refuse trucks and lifting equipment.
What standards do Rubin Hire bins comply with?
The bins are manufactured in accordance with European EN840 safety and health standards for mobile waste containers. The castor wheels are also EN840 compliant.
What are the dimensions of the 1100L galvanised waste bin?
The approximate dimensions are:
Height: 1382 mm
Width: 1260 mm
Depth: 1000 mm
These dimensions make the bins suitable for estates, apartment complexes, and commercial waste management applications.
What is the safe working load of the bins?
Rubin Hire’s 1100L galvanised steel waste bins have a safe working load of 440 kg.
Are the bins suitable for outdoor use?
Yes. The bins are hot-dip galvanised to BS EN 1461:2009 standards for corrosion resistance, making them highly suitable for long-term outdoor use in residential and commercial environments.
Do the bins include wheels for easy movement?
Yes. Each bin includes four heavy-duty 200 mm EN840-compliant castor wheels designed for smooth movement and secure positioning. Two wheels swivel, while the front wheels include locking functionality.
Are Rubin Hire bins resistant to fire and vandalism?
Yes. Galvanised steel bins provide greater fire resistance and vandal resistance than plastic bins. The welded steel construction helps prevent damage, tampering, and deformation.
What type of lid is fitted to the bins?
The bins are fitted with flat, rotationally moulded UV-stabilised LMDPE polyethylene lids. The lids are double-walled, weather resistant, oil resistant, and fully recyclable.
Does Rubin Hire offer bin maintenance support?
Yes. Rubin Hire supplies and maintains waste management bins and provides ongoing support for lease contracts and maintenance requirements.
Who typically uses Rubin Hire waste bins?
Rubin Hire bins are commonly used by:
Residential estates
Apartment complexes
Body corporates
Property portfolio managers
Commercial properties
Business parks
How long has Rubin Hire been operating?
Rubin Hire was founded in August 2012 and has more than a decade of experience in waste management solutions.
How can I request a quote for waste bins?
You can contact Rubin Hire directly for lease quotes, maintenance enquiries, or general information:
General Enquiries
info@rubinhire.co.za
041 363 4668
Lease Contracts & Maintenance
fransi@rubinhire.co.za
066 270 8221
Need a Waste Bin Solution?
Contact Rubin Hire today to discuss reliable galvanised steel waste bin solutions for your estate, complex, or business.