Rubbermaid Slim Jim Step-On Pedal Bin Grey 30Ltr
Product Description
The Rubbermaid Slim Jim is a 30-litre hands-free pedal bin designed for commercial kitchen and food service environments where hygiene and floor space are both genuine concerns. The front-step pedal...
Specifications
- Capacity
- 30Ltr
- Colour
- Grey
- Dimensions
- 536(H) x 271(W) x 425(D)mm
- Furniture shape
- Rectangular
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Product Description
The Rubbermaid Slim Jim is a 30-litre hands-free pedal bin designed for commercial kitchen and food service environments where hygiene and floor space are both genuine concerns. The front-step pedal keeps hands away from the lid at all times, which is a practical consideration in any food preparation area where reducing contact points matters.
The lid operates with a soft-closing damper rather than dropping shut freely. In a working kitchen this is more than a comfort detail — a hard-closing lid creates a brief pressure surge that can push airborne particles outward. The damper prevents that, which is a small but meaningful hygiene advantage near food preparation surfaces.
The narrow, upright Slim Jim profile is what makes this bin genuinely useful in tight spaces. It fits comfortably between prep stations, beside a pass, or flush against a wall without the footprint a conventional round or square bin would require.
- Hands-free pedal operation reduces contact at waste disposal points
- Soft-close lid damper limits dispersal of airborne contaminants
- Slim upright profile suits kitchens with restricted floor space
- Smooth polyethylene surfaces clean down quickly and thoroughly
- Lightweight build makes repositioning and emptying straightforward
At 30 litres, this bin is best suited to lower-volume waste points — a prep station, dry goods area, or front-of-house location. For high-output sections such as a main kitchen line or a wet-waste station handling heavy volumes, a larger-capacity model within the Slim Jim range is worth considering.
If you are working out the right bin sizes and configuration for your kitchen's waste streams, we are happy to talk it through.
Key Features
- Front-step pedal mechanism enables fully hands-free lid operation
- Soft-close lid damper prevents pressure-driven dispersal on closing
- Slim upright polyethylene body fits narrow gaps between stations
- 30-litre capacity suited to light-to-moderate waste output points
- Smooth moulded surfaces allow thorough cleaning without crevices
Operational Benefits
- Reduces cross-contamination risk by eliminating hand contact at bin
- Helps maintain hygiene standards near food preparation surfaces
- Frees up valuable floor space in compact or busy kitchen areas
- Keeps waste contained cleanly during service without odour dispersal
- Lightweight construction allows quick repositioning as workflow demands
Specifications
- Capacity
- 30Ltr
- Colour
- Grey
- Dimensions
- 536(H) x 271(W) x 425(D)mm
- Furniture shape
- Rectangular
- Material
- Polyethylene
- Weight
- 3.59kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- For a dedicated prep station, a front-of-house point, or a dry goods area, 30 litres is generally adequate. For high-output sections handling wet food waste during busy service periods, the volume will fill quickly and a larger-capacity model within the Slim Jim range is likely to be a better fit.
- A lid that drops shut freely creates a brief air pressure surge as it closes, which can push airborne particles — including pathogens — outward into the surrounding area. The damped soft-close mechanism on this bin prevents that, making it a more hygienic choice near food contact surfaces.
- Yes. The slim profile and clean grey finish make it a practical option for front-of-house locations such as service counters, buffet areas, or café stations where space is limited and a tidy appearance matters. It is equally at home in back-of-house prep areas.