Envac - Mobile Pneumatic Waste Collection System
A vacuum truck can collect waste from individual buildings or entire residential neighbourhoods in small to medium-sized urban areas. Waste is stored in underground tanks connected to docking points, and a vacuum truck extracts it using negative pressure. This system offers flexibility and is ideal for areas where a full stationary system is not practical. Waste is stored in underground tanks and extracted by a vacuum truck, reducing bin clutter and collection traffic. Ideal for areas where a stationary system isn’t feasible. Envac introduced the Mobile Pneumatic Waste Collection System in the late 1980s as a flexible alternative to its underground Stationary Systems. In this solution, all technology is integrated into the vehicle instead of a fixed terminal, making it ideal for areas where a full stationary system isn’t feasible. Since its launch, thousands of residential areas have adopted this innovative approach.
Today, Envac’s modern collection vehicles feature advanced control systems, enabling drivers to efficiently manage and monitor the collection process directly from onboard control panels. All vehicles now operate on fossil-free fuel, and the goal is to transition to 100% electric-powered units in the near future.
Many benefits for waste management on the urban environment
Available 24/7
Keeps courtyards and sidewalks clean, replacing overflowing trash bins.
Reduced noise, emissions, and heavy traffic
Compared to traditional waste management methods.
Smart and simple recycling
Integrated into the same system.
Optimised land use
Frees up space for commercial areas, bike storage, and more.
Convenient
Smartly placed, more hygienic waste chutes for easy disposal.
Users dispose of waste in conveniently placed inlets, located indoors or outdoors, which connect to underground storage tanks via a pipe network. Strategically positioned docking points ensure that collection vehicles do not need to enter residential streets or courtyards, improving safety and accessibility. Waste is collected at regular intervals based on storage capacity, with vacuum trucks using negative pressure to extract and compact the waste. The system also features weight measurement, allowing precise tracking of collected waste for billing purposes. Designed for maximum convenience, it reduces walking distances to disposal points while maintaining cleanliness and organisation. Particularly beneficial in family-friendly areas, it minimises the need for heavy transport within residential zones, enhancing safety. With extensive experience, Envac accurately determines the optimal number of inlets and tank sizes based on waste volumes and collection frequency, ensuring an optimised and sustainable solution.
Envac’s Mobile Pneumatic Waste Collection System offers exceptional flexibility, making it suitable for both small properties with as few as ten apartments and large developments with hundreds or even thousands of residences.
It is particularly well-suited for older buildings, including those with basements that can house one or more underground storage tanks. These tanks connect to a docking point outside the building, streamlining waste collection without disrupting the surrounding area. In many cases, existing waste chutes can also be seamlessly integrated into the system, enhancing efficiency while preserving the building’s original infrastructure.
As cities become more densely populated, the need for green spaces grows. These areas improve urban resilience and the quality of life for both residents and visitors.
In a smart city, waste management is moved underground, reclaiming valuable surface space for people, children, and cyclists. Envac’s advanced waste collection system eliminates the need for traditional bin storage, large recycling stations, and frequent waste truck routes, replacing them with smart, efficient waste chutes that contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable urban environment.
Smart cities prioritise resource efficiency, ensuring that recycling is easy and accessible. Waste that cannot be recycled is instead repurposed for energy production or composting, minimising environmental impact.
Envac’s waste collection system is user-friendly and designed to manage a wide range of recyclable materials. Non-recyclable waste is efficiently converted into electricity, district heating, or compost, supporting a cleaner, more sustainable urban environment.