Bio-waste collection kiosk

Abstract

The present invention relates to the collection of food biowaste in a voluntary drop-off point system. It provides a solution to the nuisances and specific technical needs associated with this waste: Identification of contributors, Storage capacity, Odor reduction, Landscape integration, Accessibility. Figure chosen for the abstract: Figure 1

Description

Title of the invention: Bio-waste collection kiosk technical field

[0001] Biodegradable waste is putrescible waste from meal preparation and disposal. It is produced by all households, whether in primary or secondary residences, and by many professionals, particularly companies working in the catering sector.

[0002] The objective is to enable each producer to manage their bio-waste in a less restrictive way thanks to dedicated equipment.

[0003] The aim is to offer the user a system for collecting their bio-waste, at a voluntary drop-off point, which allows them to deposit a full bio-bucket or bag and to collect an empty, clean and disinfected bio-bucket or bag.

[0004] The object of this patent is thus the definition of the construction rules of the equipment and the operating principle of the kiosk. Previous technique

[0005] The collection of biowaste presents numerous technical challenges. To facilitate its processing, biowaste must be collected loose or in specific, small-capacity bags. Furthermore, biowaste degrades very quickly and can generate very unpleasant odors. In addition, loose biowaste, if not in a closed container, produces leachate.

[0006] Currently, existing collection services collect large-capacity bins (between 100 and 300 liters) and exchange them for empty bins. This process requires producers to be able to store bins, and collectors to move heavy loads (collection and emptying), then clean and store the bins. This method is not scalable and limits the number of contributors due to operational constraints.

[0007] No system equivalent to the product of this dossier exists today. Description of the invention

[0008] The bio-waste kiosk is a receiving and storage facility for bio-waste positioned on the public road intended to accommodate bio-buckets or pre-collection tools (compostable bag type) of putrescible waste from households and professionals.

[0009] This device, made of galvanized steel or aluminum, can be adapted in size and shape to best integrate into public or private spaces.

[0010] Its facade, consisting of the locker doors, can also be designed to improve its visual integration into the landscape through various shapes and colors.

[0011] It consists of several types of lockers of different sizes, each closed by a locked door. The size of the lockers allows the service to be adapted to the dimensions of the existing bio-buckets in the catchment area.

[0012] The smaller locker can be used for smaller quantities of waste; it will be sized to comfortably hold a kitchen caddy or compostable bags. Providing compostable bags for tourists could also be a service.

[0013] The larger capacity bin will be intended for larger inputs, particularly those from professional activities. It will need to accommodate larger bio-buckets and will be sized to comfortably hold the bio-bucket.

[0014] The kiosk will be equipped with a touchscreen allowing the user to identify themselves and / or choose the volume of the deposit they wish to make. The computer system can be automatically connected to a stock management system.

[0015] The kiosk will be powered by solar panels placed above its structure or by the municipal network.

[0016] If necessary, the kiosk may be equipped with a fan coupled with an activated carbon filter in order to limit any possible odors.

[0017] Whatever its form, the kiosk is constructed by a floor assembly of galvanized steel or aluminum.

[0018] The organization of the floors in relation to each other depends exclusively on the identified needs.

[0019] The doors, sized to match the lockers, serve to protect the pre-collection equipment and also to integrate into the landscape. Therefore, they can have shapes and colors similar to their surroundings.

[0020] Column design method

[0021] Each level is reserved for a specific type of bio-bucket. The column's dimensions are based on the size of the larger capacity bio-buckets. Therefore, the compartments for the smaller capacity bio-buckets are optimized to best fit the column's dimensions.

[0022] Library design method:

[0023] Each level is reserved for a type of bio-bucket. Following the same principle as the column, the library is sized based on the bio-buckets with the largest capacity.

[0024] The column's dimensions are based on the size of the larger capacity bio-buckets. Therefore, the dimensions of the compartments in the smaller capacity bio-buckets are optimized to best integrate with the column's dimensions.

[0025] In order to best integrate into the environment, the kiosk can take the shape desired by the customer.

[0026] Two basic forms can be imagined: the column and the bookcase. Dimension principles are given in the example dimensions of bookcases and columns.

[0027] As its name suggests, the column offers compartments arranged in a cylindrical shape. One compartment located approximately 1m from the ground will be reserved for the touch screen and the electrical, electronic and communication management of the device.

[0028] The entire column will be able to pivot around its central column in order to make all the lockers accessible.

[0029] The library has a rectangular shape where the lockers are distributed in a tiered manner on the device.

[0030] Similarly, a compartment will be reserved for the touch screen and the electrical, electronic and communication management of the device.

[0031] For aesthetic reasons or due to available space, the kiosk can be adapted in height, width, curvature to perfectly match the customer's wishes.

[0032] Bio-buckets are available in several sizes. The dimensions of the kiosks can be adapted to all available bio-bucket sizes.

[0033] For practical reasons, the simulations in this technical file will be performed on standard market dimensions:

[0034] Small volume 7L: 220mm x 220mm x 300mm high

[0035] Large volume 23L: 400mm x 400mm x 320mm high

[0036] Assuming an average density of biowaste of 0.5, the weights of these types of bio-buckets would be approximately:

[0037] Small volume 3.5kg

[0038] Large volume: 10kg

[0039] The lockers are sized to accommodate the bio-bucket models chosen by the customer. For easy exchange of containers, the locker is approximately 2 cm larger on each side of the bio-bucket.

[0040] The largest bins will preferably be placed at the bottom of the device to avoid lifting heavy loads. Bins for smaller bio-buckets will be placed higher up, without exceeding the height chosen by the customer.

[0041] The principles of construction of the lockers remain identical, regardless of the shape of the kiosk.

[0042] Doors allow the lockers to be closed independently. They also serve to integrate the installation into its surrounding landscape.

[0043] Thus, these doors can be simple, openwork or solid, or covered with a coating, decoration or addition at the customer's request.

[0044] The locking or unlocking of these doors is controlled by the computer system.

[0045] The computer system can take into account:

[0046] Identification of the supplier by the method chosen by the customer (RFID, Barcode,

[0047] Management of empty or pending collection lockers

[0048] Transmission of the status of locker stocks awaiting collection

[0049] Display of instructions for deposits and sorting

[0050] Opening the compartment for depositing the full bio-bucket

[0051] The kiosk's power supply will be provided by solar panels placed above the installation, connected to accumulators allowing the kiosk to operate for several days. Brief description of the drawings

[0052] [Fig. 1] is an example of a Library model 800mm wide

[0053] [Fig.2] is an example of a 1600mm wide Library model

[0054] [Fig.3] is an example of a 2000mm wide Library model

[0055] [Fig.4] is an example of a 2400mm wide Library model

[0056] [Fig.5] is an example of a 1440mm diameter column model

[0057] [Fig.6] is an example of a 1570mm diameter column model

[0058] [Fig.7] is an example of a 1700mm diameter column model

[0059] [Fig.8] is an example of a Column model with a diameter of 1820mm

[0060] [Fig.9] is a collection of examples of library dimensions

[0061] [Fig. 10] is a collection of examples of column dimensions

Claims

Demands

1. Device to allow the user to deposit their bio-waste, so that it can be collected, characterized in that it includes locked lockers, sized to the existing bio-buckets in the sector, allowing clean and disinfected bio-buckets, or compostable bags, to be offered in exchange for full bio-buckets or full compostable bags.

2. The device according to claim 1, characterized in that the device can be constructed in different shapes, sizes, and colors to best integrate into its immediate environment

3. Device according to claim 1 characterized in that the device has an electronic user identification system enabling the corresponding locker to be unlocked.

4. The device according to claim 3, characterized in that the device has solar panels and accumulators on its upper part, enabling its off-grid operation.

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