Smart waste management:
Advances through IoT sensors

Save up to 60% on time and resources

Thanks to precise route planning, not only is the fuel consumption of disposal vehicles reduced, but it also significantly optimizes general operating costs. The savings will help ease the financial burden on municipalities and free up resources for much-needed urban development projects.

The current situation:
Conventional waste disposal systems

In traditional waste disposal systems, containers are emptied on a scheduled basis at predefined intervals, regardless of whether they are actually full.
This practice results in inefficient routes, excessive fuel consumption and unnecessary commitment of human resources.

Operating costs increase as unnecessary emptying leads to inefficient use of financial resources, which contributes to ineffective utilization of labor. However, the effects do not only extend to economic aspects. This traditional approach also entails ecological risks, as unnecessary transport routes cause additional CO2 emissions and thus have a negative impact on the environment. The inability to adapt to actual needs not only wastes valuable resources, but also affects the efficiency of the entire waste disposal process.

IoT sensors as a solution approach

The successful integration of IoT sensors enables extremely precise and real-time monitoring of the level in garbage containers. The continuous data collection by these sensors makes it possible to determine the optimal time for emptying with the highest level of accuracy. This groundbreaking technology not only forms a solid foundation, but also opens up new horizons for needs-oriented waste management.

This innovation not only revolutionizes the way waste is managed, but also offers the opportunity to optimize resources to an unprecedented extent.
This technological development represents a turning point in dealing not only more effectively, but also more sustainably with the ever-growing challenges of waste management.

IoT sensors as a solution approach

The successful integration of IoT sensors enables extremely precise and real-time monitoring of the level in garbage containers. The continuous data collection by these sensors makes it possible to determine the optimal time for emptying with the highest level of accuracy. This groundbreaking technology not only forms a solid foundation, but also opens up new horizons for needs-oriented waste management.

This innovation not only revolutionizes the way waste is managed, but also offers the opportunity to optimize resources to an unprecedented extent.
This technological development represents a turning point in dealing not only more effectively, but also more sustainably with the ever-growing challenges of waste management.

We offer the complete configuration of the application case

From advice to implementation

 Installation & maintenance

  • Selection of suitable sensors
  • Installation and maintenance of sensors and gateways
  • Integration of the sensors into the network
  • Service & support

  Visualization

  • Display of the overview in a dashboard
  • Overview of all available containers with filling levels
  • Ordering additional emptying trips

  Route calculation and guidance

  • Calculation of the shortest route between the waste containers to be emptied
  • App for portable devices (e.g. smartphones)

  Mapping

  • Identifying and specifying existing streets, paths, buildings, etc. to create a mapping system

  Predictive analytics

  • Consideration of waste containers that need to be emptied at short notice
  • Bottleneck detection and recommendation of additional containers
  • Detecting unnecessary containers for consolidation

  Manual interactions

  • Ability to manually report overfilled waste containers
  • Message via physical button (locked after actuation)

Smart waste management in action

Our references give you exciting insights into the diverse possible solutions

Route optimization
and environmental protection

By integrating IoT sensors into waste containers, waste disposal routes can be optimized. This not only leads to significant cost savings through reduced travel distances, but also to a drastic reduction in CO2 emissions. Smart waste management therefore actively contributes to environmental protection.

Increased efficiency and improved staff deployment

By closely monitoring water requirements and demand-based planning, cities and communities can make their irrigation significantly more efficient. This enables more targeted deployment of the often scarce staff, as unnecessary irrigation operations are avoided.

Saving fuel and optimizing costs

Precise route planning through Smart Waste Management not only reduces the fuel consumption of disposal vehicles, but also significantly optimizes general operating costs. The savings will help ease the financial burden on municipalities and free up resources for much-needed urban development projects.

Conclusion: On the way to a sustainable future

Smart waste management with IoT sensors marks a significant step towards sustainable and efficient waste disposal. Through precise data, route optimization and cost savings, this technology not only contributes to environmental protection, but also strengthens the financial stability of cities and communities. The future of waste management looks promising if smart technologies are used to manage our resources more efficiently and promote sustainable development.

IHRE SMART INFRASTRUCTURE ANSPRECHPARTNER

Karina Schäfer
Business Development & Sales

EDAG Group

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Alexander Süssemilch
Business Development & Sales

EDAG Group

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