Weber supplies a full range of factory-fitted options for 2-wheel and 4-wheel plastic waste containers. All special equipment is produced in Haan, Germany and available across the complete Weber range from 60 L to 1100 L. Options can be combined freely and are ordered directly from the manufacturer.
Weber offers several lid-locking options for 2-wheel and 4-wheel plastic waste containers. The choice of locking system depends on the application: residential collection, commercial sites or public drop-off points each place different demands on lid security. All locking systems listed here are available as factory-fitted options, direct from Weber.
The gravity lock engages mechanically when the bin lid is lowered. No key is needed to close the lid; it secures itself under its own weight. Opening requires a deliberate upward movement of the lid handle, which prevents accidental or unauthorised access. Available for Weber 2-wheel bins from 60 L to 360 L.
The gravity lock engages mechanically when the bin lid is lowered. No key is required to close the lid — it secures itself under its own weight. Opening requires a deliberate upward movement of the lid handle, preventing accidental or unauthorised access. Available for Weber 2-wheel bins from 60 L to 360 L.
The triangular lock cylinder accepts standard DIN triangular keys, as used by most municipal collection services across Europe. The lock body is recessed into the lid hinge area and does not interfere with the tipping mechanism during mechanical emptying. Available for all Weber 4-wheel containers 660 L to 1100 L.
The profile cylinder accepts standard profile keys and provides a higher level of individual keying than a triangular lock. Suitable for containers holding confidential documents, pharmaceuticals or restricted-access waste streams. The cylinder is interchangeable to allow master-keying across a container fleet.
Triangular locks on 4-wheel flat-lid containers are fitted to the hinge area of the main lid. The triangular key format is compatible with the collection equipment of most European municipal authorities, making the lock practical in daily collection operations. Available for 660 L, 770 L and 1100 L containers.
For applications requiring a more prominent lid-locking mechanism, this surface-mounted security lock is available for the 1100 L round-lid and flat-lid containers. The lock housing is impact-resistant and weatherproof for outdoor use in commercial and public environments.
The padlock mounting bracket allows a customer-supplied padlock to secure the container lid. This option suits situations where access control is managed locally — for example, at clinical waste stores, hazardous waste collection points or locked compound areas. Available for all 4-wheel Weber containers from 660 L to 1100 L.
Lid apertures allow waste to be deposited through a closed lid, reducing wind scatter, odour and insect access. Weber manufactures apertures for paper, glass bottles and packaging waste across its full range of 2-wheel and 4-wheel plastic containers. All apertures are injection-moulded as part of the lid or fitted as a lid-mounted insert.
The paper slot aperture (300 × 20 mm) in the bin lid allows flat documents, paper and envelopes to be posted without opening the lid. This version — marketed as Akten-Box — is used for confidential document collection in offices, public authorities and healthcare facilities. The slot prevents bulky waste from contaminating the paper stream.
View of the paper slot from below the lid of a 120 L wheelie bin. The slot width prevents oversized items from being inserted. The lid can be ordered with or without a canopy above the slot; the canopy deflects rain away from the paper inside the bin.
Yellow lid with integrated paper slot for 120 L recycling wheelie bins. Lid colour signals the waste fraction to the user; yellow is commonly used for mixed packaging and lightweight packaging waste streams in municipal collection schemes.
Circular drop-in aperture for glass bottles on a 2-wheel wheelie bin. The aperture diameter is available in Ø 90, 120 and 160 mm. A rubber rosette can be added to seal the opening between insertions, reducing odour emission and preventing insects from entering the container.
The rubber rosette seals the aperture opening when no bottle is being inserted. This version of the bottle aperture is used where hygiene requirements are higher — for example, in food-service or healthcare environments. Available for Weber 2-wheel bins from 60 L to 360 L.
The brush aperture uses stiff bristles across the slot opening to allow packaging items (cartons, plastic bottles, foil wrapping) to be pushed through while blocking the reverse passage of lightweight pieces driven by wind. Used on exterior recycling points and in retail environments where packaging volumes are high.
Overview of the Lid-in-Lid configurations available from Weber. The inner lid can be fitted as a plain hinged flap, as a paper-slot aperture or as a bottle-drop aperture. The configuration is specified at the time of order and moulded in as part of the lid structure.
Paper slot aperture (300 × 20 mm) integrated into the flat lid of a 4-wheel waste container. Used for document shredding collection on commercial premises and in the public sector. The slot is positioned to allow posting of documents while the container is stationary against a wall or in an alcove.
Two circular bottle apertures (Ø 160/200 mm each) fitted side by side in the lid of a 4-wheel flat-lid container. The double configuration suits high-throughput glass collection points, such as restaurant districts, hotel lobbies and retail parks, where a single aperture would create a bottleneck during busy periods.
Two brush apertures fitted in the lid of a 4-wheel container for high-volume packaging waste collection. The bristle brushes allow lightweight packaging to be pushed through while preventing wind-driven ejection. This configuration is used in shopping centres, public transport hubs and outdoor event venues.
A chip-nest for an RFID transponder per DIN 30745 is standard on all Weber 2-wheel and 4-wheel plastic waste containers. The chip-nest is moulded into the bin body and accepts standard transponders used by municipal collection services for route management, weight recording and billing systems.
The chip-nest is integrated into the side wall of the 2-wheel wheelie bin body at a defined position per DIN 30745. The recess accepts transponders from all standard suppliers used in European municipal waste identification systems. The nest is covered by a flush-fitting cap that protects the transponder from damage and vandalism.
On 4-wheel containers, the chip-nest is moulded into the front body panel at the standard position per DIN 30745. The position ensures reliable read range for both stationary readers (at compound entry) and vehicle-mounted antenna systems during mechanical collection. Compatible with the full Weber 660 L to 1100 L range.
Weber offers hot-foil printing as a factory-fitted marking option for 2-wheel and 4-wheel plastic waste containers. Hot-foil printing produces a permanent, weather-resistant imprint on the bin body or lid. The process is carried out during production, before the bin leaves the factory.
Single-colour hot-foil imprint applied to the flat upper surface of the 2-wheel bin lid. The print area covers the full lid width and can include logos, waste fraction symbols, address text or numbering sequences. The foil bond is resistant to UV, rain and routine cleaning. Visible when the bin is stored at the kerbside or in a bin store.
Hot-foil imprint on the front body panel of a 2-wheel wheelie bin. The body print position is at eye height and visible from a distance, making it suitable for waste fraction labelling on public collection rounds or bin allocation to individual properties. Print colour is determined by the foil used, applied against the bin body colour.
Hot-foil printing on the front panel of a 4-wheel waste container. The larger body surface of the 660–1100 L containers allows a larger print area than on 2-wheel bins. Used for site identification in multi-user locations such as residential blocks, industrial estates and hospital campuses.
The foot pedal lid opener is available for 4-wheel plastic waste containers from 660 L to 1100 L. Pressing the pedal with the foot opens the container lid fully, allowing waste to be deposited without hand contact with the lid or container body. The mechanism is factory-fitted and operates without electrical power.
The foot pedal mechanism consists of a steel rod running from the pedal at the base of the container to a lever arm at the lid hinge. The rod is enclosed within the container body to protect it from damage. The spring return closes the lid automatically when pressure on the pedal is released. No maintenance is required under normal conditions.
The foot pedal as fitted to a 4-wheel flat-lid container. The pedal is positioned at the front base of the container and has a ribbed tread surface for grip when used with footwear or safety boots. The pedal travel and opening angle are factory-set to ensure the lid opens fully in a single stroke.
The foot pedal in operation: pressing the pedal with the foot opens the lid fully while the user deposits waste without contact with the container. This is particularly relevant in hygiene-sensitive environments such as food production, hospital kitchens and catering facilities.
Lifting devices determine how a 4-wheel container is engaged by the collection vehicle. Weber produces containers with DIN comb lifting as standard and offers DIN trunnion lifting (lateral pin lifting per EN 1501-5), Ochsner-type handles and side grab-handles as options. The choice depends on the collection vehicle fleet in use and the specific collection method required.
The DIN lateral lifting trunnion is a pin mounted on the outer side wall of the container. The pin engages with the lifting fork of a side-loading collection vehicle. The trunnion body is reinforced with a steel insert to withstand the lifting forces during mechanical emptying of full containers. Per EN 1501-5. Available for 660 L and 1100 L.
Close-up showing the lateral DIN trunnion alongside the comb lifting bar at the front of the container. Most Weber 4-wheel containers are compatible with both comb lifting (standard) and trunnion lifting (option), allowing them to be emptied by either type of collection vehicle without modification.
Ochsner-type handles are recessed metal brackets on the side walls of the container. They are used by collection vehicles operating with Ochsner-format lifting equipment, particularly in Switzerland and parts of Central Europe. Available for 1100 L flat-lid containers on request.
The side handles are fitted to the upper body of the container and serve two purposes: they allow staff to position and move the container by hand, and they function as the release mechanism for the central brake. When the handle is lifted, the brake disengages. The handles are ribbed and sized for a secure two-handed grip, in accordance with EN 840-2.
Optional side grab-handles (without central brake) allow two-person lifting and manual repositioning of 4-wheel containers in confined spaces. The handles are positioned at a height suited to standing posture and are rated for the static load of a full container. Available as a separate option for 660 L and 1100 L containers.
The safety stopper is a spring-loaded catch on the trunnion that prevents the container from disengaging from the lifting fork during the tipping cycle. This reduces the risk of a container falling back during emptying, which is a particular concern on sites with uneven ground or where heavily loaded containers are collected at high cycle rates.
The standard wheel on Weber 2-wheel and 4-wheel plastic waste containers is a solid rubber wheel with a diameter of Ø 200 mm on a zinc-plated steel axle. For applications where the standard wheel is not suitable, Weber offers alternative diameters and castor types. The selection below covers the main options available.
Ø 250 mm wheels are available for the 240 L and 360 L wheelie bins. The larger diameter improves mobility on gravel, cobblestones and uneven outdoor surfaces. For the 360 L wheelie bin, Ø 300 mm wheels are additionally available. All options use the same axle bore as the standard Ø 200 mm wheel.
The central braking system operates on two of the four castors simultaneously through a mechanical linkage. The brake is applied by pressing a foot pedal on the right-hand side of the container. It is released by inserting a triangular key into the right-hand side handle. Used where containers must be held stationary on slopes or in areas with vehicle traffic.
Weber offers three non-standard castor types for 4-wheel containers: heavy-duty castors with steel rims and roller bearings for loads above the standard rating or longer-distance transport; non-marking rubber wheels for use on sealed indoor floors in factories, clean rooms or food production; and polyamide wheels for environments with chemical exposure or temperature extremes.
Steering locks are fitted to two of the four castors on a container to restrict their rotation to a single axis. This prevents the container from veering sideways when being towed. Steering locks are a prerequisite for safe use of a towing kit and must be specified at the time of order. Available for 660 L and 1100 L containers.
Steel-rim castors with ball bearings are the highest-load castor option available for Weber 4-wheel containers. The steel rim significantly extends wheel life compared to solid rubber on hard surfaces such as concrete yard floors and ramps. Ball bearings reduce rolling resistance and suit containers that are moved frequently over longer distances.
For sites where multiple 4-wheel containers must be moved simultaneously, Weber offers a towing kit that couples containers in a train behind a towing vehicle, forklift pockets for lift-truck transport, and two types of forklift-based transport and destacking aids.
Forklift pockets are tubular steel inserts mounted in the base of the container. They allow a forklift truck to pick up and transport a single 4-wheel container without a pallet. Used in waste transfer stations, recycling depots and industrial sites where containers are stored in stacks and moved by forklift. Available for 660 L and 1100 L Weber containers.
The towing kit consists of coupling bars that link several 4-wheel containers end-to-end into a train. A towing vehicle pulls the whole train in a single movement. Steering locks on two castors per container keep the train tracking straight. Used in large residential developments, hospital campuses and industrial sites where containers are moved in groups over distances of more than 50 metres.
Detail of the coupling bracket and connecting bar of the towing kit. The bracket mounts to the front and rear faces of the container at a defined height. Coupling and uncoupling is done without tools. The connecting bar is rated for the tractive load of a full train of containers. Available for 660 L and 1100 L Weber containers.
The forklift transport aid is a steel frame that slides onto standard forklift tines and is fitted with hooks that engage the rim of stacked wheelie bins. This allows a forklift to lift and move a stack of empty 2-wheel wheelie bins in one operation — reducing handling time and the risk of injury during distribution of new bins or redelivery after servicing.
The destacking aid is a flat steel frame that mounts on forklift tines and slides between two stacked wheelie bins. A chain with a locking pin secures the lower bin to the frame while the upper stack is lifted away. This removes the need for manual separation of tightly nested bins, a common cause of manual handling injury.
All container sizes 60 L to 1100 L. Scroll horizontally on small screens.
| Option | Specification | Photo | 60/80 L | 120 L | 140/180 L | 240 L | 360 L | 660/770 L | 1100 FL | 1100 FL LiL | 1100 FL C | 1100 RL LiL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lid Apertures | ||||||||||||
| Apertures | Bottles Ø 90/120/160 mm ± rubber collar | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | |
| Bottles Ø 160/200 mm ± rubber collar (2×) | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ||
| Paper slot 300 × 20 mm | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ||
| Packaging aperture with brushes | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ||
| Lock Systems | ||||||||||||
| Lock | Triangular lock | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Gravity lock | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ||
| Profile cylinder lock | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ||
| Mounting device for padlock | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Lid Opener | ||||||||||||
| Lid opener | With foot pedal | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Lifting Devices | ||||||||||||
| Lifting | Comb lifting (standard) | — | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| DIN lifting trunnion (EN 1501-5) | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| DIN lifting with safety stopper | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Central brake with lifting handles | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Ochsner-type handles | — | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ||
| Bin Markings | ||||||||||||
| Markings | Injection-embossed marking on lid | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hot-foil printing on body and lid | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Wheels & Travelling Gear | ||||||||||||
| Wheels | Ø 200 mm (standard) | — | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Ø 250 mm | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Heavy duty / non-marking / polyamide | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Steel-rim castor with ball bearings | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Steering lock (directional lock) | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Towing | Towing kit with steering locks | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Forklift | Forklift pockets (tubular steel) | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Identification & Handling | ||||||||||||
| RFID | Chip-nest for transponder per DIN 30745 | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Noise | Noise reduction — lid damper | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Destacking | Destacking aid | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
All Weber 2-wheel and 4-wheel waste containers are manufactured and tested to recognised European and international standards. The following certifications apply to the full range and are maintained under Weber's integrated management system at the Haan production site.
Can options be added to an existing Weber waste container?
No. All factory-fitted options must be specified at the time of order. Weber containers are injection-moulded; apertures, chip-nests and lock recesses are part of the mould. Options involving mechanical parts (castors, lifting trunnions, foot pedals) are fitted during production. Retro-fitting is not possible.
Are Weber container options compatible with other manufacturers' bins?
The options described on this page apply exclusively to Weber-manufactured plastic waste containers. Chip-nest geometry, trunnion positions and lid-lock formats are specific to Weber's own mould designs.
What is the minimum order quantity for custom hot-foil printing?
Minimum order quantities for hot-foil printing depend on the container type and the complexity of the artwork. Contact Weber directly for a quotation: +49 2129 9362-0.
What certifications do Weber waste containers carry?
All Weber 2-wheel and 4-wheel waste containers are certified to EN 840 (European standard for mobile waste containers) and carry the CE Mark per Directive 2000/14/EC for noise levels. Weber holds DIN ISO 9001 (quality management), DIN ISO 14001 (environmental management), ISO 45001 (occupational health and safety) and ISO 50001 (energy management) manufacturer certifications. Products also carry the GS Mark (Geprüfte Sicherheit — certified safety). The 240 L–1100 L clinical waste containers hold UN 3291 / ADR-RID UN type 4H2 class II and III approval for transport of clinical waste.
Are Weber containers approved for clinical and medical waste?
Yes. Weber manufactures clinical waste containers from 240 L to 1100 L with UN 3291 approval and ADR/RID classification UN type 4H2 class II and III. These containers are suitable for the collection and transport of clinical and healthcare waste in compliance with applicable transport regulations.
Weber fits all options directly during injection moulding and assembly at the Haan production facility. Apertures, chip-nest recesses and lock housings are part of the container mould — they cannot be added after manufacture. The standard range covers RFID transponder chip-nest per DIN 30745 (fitted as standard on all models), hot-foil printing for logos and colour-coded fraction labelling, triangular and gravity lid locks, paper slots and bottle apertures from Ø 90 to 200 mm, foot pedal lid opener for 660–1100 L containers, DIN lateral lifting trunnions per EN 1501-5, heavy-duty and non-marking castors, and towing kits with coupling bars. All Weber containers are certified to EN 840 and carry CE conformity per Directive 2000/14/EC. The manufacturer holds DIN ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and ISO 50001 certification. Clinical waste containers 240–1100 L are UN 3291 approved, ADR/RID type 4H2 class II and III.