Rubbermaid Slim Jim Step-On Pedal Bin Yellow 50Ltr
Product Description
The Rubbermaid Slim Jim is a 50-litre step-on pedal bin with a front-mounted foot pedal and a close-fitting lid. It is made from polyethylene and finished in yellow — a...
Specifications
- Capacity
- 50 Ltr
- Colour
- Yellow
- Dimensions
- 720(H) x 527(W) x 343(D)mm
- Furniture shape
- Rectangular
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Product Description
The Rubbermaid Slim Jim is a 50-litre step-on pedal bin with a front-mounted foot pedal and a close-fitting lid. It is made from polyethylene and finished in yellow — a colour widely used in commercial environments to designate specific waste streams, making it easier for staff to sort waste correctly at the point of disposal without relying on additional signage.
In day-to-day use, the hands-free foot pedal is a straightforward but meaningful hygiene gain. Staff do not need to touch the lid during service or clean-down, which reduces cross-contamination risk in areas where hygiene standards are consistently enforced. The close-fitting lid helps contain odours and limits the spread of airborne particles, both practical considerations in busy back-of-house spaces.
The defining characteristic of the Slim Jim range is its narrow profile. Where a standard round or square bin would not fit, this unit can be positioned beside equipment, along corridor runs, or within washroom areas without obstructing traffic flow. Key practical points worth noting:
- Front foot pedal keeps lid operation entirely hands-free
- Yellow finish supports colour-coded waste segregation programmes
- Slim profile suits tight or awkward floor spaces
- Close-fitting lid contains odours and reduces airborne contamination
- Polyethylene construction is straightforward to wipe down and sanitise
This bin is well suited to commercial kitchens, staff washrooms, and back-of-house areas where floor space is at a premium and hygiene needs to be maintained reliably across shifts. For higher-volume waste stations requiring less frequent emptying, a larger-capacity model within the Slim Jim range may be more appropriate.
If you are planning a multi-station waste setup or want guidance on colour-coding for waste segregation, the team is glad to help you work through what suits your site.
Key Features
- Front-mounted foot pedal allows fully hands-free lid operation
- Yellow polyethylene construction supports colour-coded waste segregation
- Slim profile designed to fit narrow or space-restricted floor areas
- Close-fitting lid contains odours and limits airborne particle spread
- 50-litre capacity suitable for moderate-volume waste collection points
Operational Benefits
- Reduces cross-contamination risk by eliminating the need to touch the lid
- Helps staff sort waste correctly without additional signage or instruction
- Fits into tight back-of-house spaces without obstructing kitchen workflow
- Supports consistent hygiene standards across busy service periods
- Smooth polyethylene surfaces clean down quickly during routine washdowns
Specifications
- Capacity
- 50 Ltr
- Colour
- Yellow
- Dimensions
- 720(H) x 527(W) x 343(D)mm
- Furniture shape
- Rectangular
- Material
- Plastic
- Weight
- 8.79kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yellow is widely used in UK commercial environments to designate clinical or offensive waste, though colour-coding conventions can vary by site and sector. If you are implementing a formal waste segregation programme, it is worth confirming your colour scheme against your waste contractor's or local authority's guidance before ordering multiple units.
- That depends on the volume and type of waste being generated. In a high-throughput kitchen producing significant wet or food waste, a 50-litre bin may need emptying once or twice during a long service. For areas generating lighter waste — such as washrooms or dry-goods prep stations — the emptying frequency will be considerably lower. If a single bin is not sufficient, positioning two units together or moving to a higher-capacity model is worth considering.
- The Slim Jim range is designed to accept standard liner bags sized to suit the bin's capacity. The front-opening step-on mechanism means relining can be done quickly without moving the unit away from its position, which helps keep disruption to a minimum during a shift.