What is a Biobin?

BiobiN is an on site in-vessel composting bin that manages organic waste, including food. The bin commences decomposition of organic waste enabling the contents to be recycled into usable products.

How does a BiobiN work?

Organic waste is placed into  a BiobiN, which is then closed (air tight) and a patented system pumps air through the bin, initiating the composting process, whilst removing odours and bacteria.

Who are the current users of BiobiN?

Food Waste:

• Greengrocers

• Food Halls

• Restaurants

• Canteens

• Food Manufacturers

• Chicken Processors

Mortality Management:

• Chicken Industry

• Aquaculture

Does BiobiN waste go to landfill?

No, waste from BiobiNs is used in the supply for soil conditioners and other products.

Is it good for the environment?

BiobiN reduces waste going to landfill. Most waste which goes to landfill will result in methane, which has 25 times greater impact on global warming than carbon dioxide (ref: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Methane ) By converting the waste to compost with BiobiN's patented closed composting system, methane production is reduced or eliminated.

For more information on methane production from landfill see http://www.epa.gov/epaoswer/non-hw/muncpl/ghg/f02022.pdf

Are BiobiN pickups as regular as other waste bins?

No. BiobiNs initiate the composting process and create a greater breakdown rate than other systems, leading to a reduction in bin pickups (less carbon emission). Depending on how quickly the material is added and the speed of decomposition, it is possible to process much more than the volume of the bin within a pickup cycle. This is because the material takes up less volume as the composting process advances.

What do BiobiNs cost?

BiobiNs can be purchased or leased on a monthly basis. Pricing varies on bin size and services required. Please contact BiobiN for more information.

Who can pick-up a BiobiN?

Why use a BiobiN?

Biobin provides the clean, green, socially responsible, organic waste solution that society is now demanding, and which helps the environment.

What is the running cost of a BiobiN?

BiobiNs plug into a standard single phase power point. Their low power consumption and cyclic operation combine to keep the cost of operation to around 50 cents per day.

How much waste can be processed in a BiobiN?

Depending on how quickly the material is added and the speed of decomposition, it is possible to process much more than the nominal volume of the bin within a pickup cycle. This is because the material takes up less volume as the composting process advances. Our staff will assist in the selection of the correct size of bin for your application to ensure optimal processing efficiency.

Can liquid material (sludge, watery foodstuff) be processed in a BiobiN?

Liquid waste needs to be mixed with other organic and carbonous materials to be effectively processed in  the BiobiN. Although moisture is important in the composting process, liquids themselves will not generally compost. A mixture of cardboard, paper, woodchips and/or sawdust needs to be mixed with the liquid sludge to provide the carbon for the composting process. Biobins are not designed for liquid containment and transportation, thus a maximum liquid content of 5% is recommended.

How much green material should be used in a BiobiN?

Green waste can be placed in the BiobiN and blended with other organic and carbonous waste. Tree branches should be smaller than 1 metre in length and less than a 10c piece in cross section.

What happens if Non-Biodegradable waste is put into a BiobiN?

Most organics recycling plants (where the waste goes after being pre-processed in a BiobiN) sort their input materials, and are therefore proactive in their feedback about the calibre of the the waste coming from the BiobiN. If contamination (plastics, glass, etc) become a common occurrence and/or represent an unacceptable proportion of the waste, the contamination fees may apply. BiobiN, our partners and customers are driving towards the same goal, which is to recycle and help the environment. Subsequently we prefer to focus on working together to fix the problem rather than placing the penalty.

How big are BiobiNs?

Currently the two standard sizes are the 9 metre and 4 metre bins. The specifications for these can be found on our Design page. Other BiobiN's can be made to order and we are currently developing application specific BiobiNs for confined spaces, rear of restaurants, small schools etc.