Garbage Can Washer Model GCW-100

High-Performance Garbage Can Cleaning System

The Garbage Can Washer System Model GCW-100 is designed to wash and rinse the interior of garbage cans and waste containers up to 110 gallons in size using water, detergent, solvent, or hot water. It delivers a fast and thorough cleaning process—effectively removing residues such as food waste, chemicals, oils, and organic matter in as little as 40 seconds.

This self-contained system accommodates a wide range of garbage container sizes and shapes and can be configured with multiple wash stations and external recirculation tanks to suit various operational requirements.

Standard Features

  • Washes and rinses the interior of garbage cans up to 110 gallons
  • Custom stainless-steel rotary spray wash nozzle for maximum coverage
  • 120-gallon internal sump tank made from 304 stainless steel
  • 304 stainless steel perforated wash platform and splash guard
  • Painted carbon steel NEMA 4 control panel with main disconnect
  • Soft-start motor protection and PLC with adjustable wash timer
  • Electronic safety switch and emergency stop controls
  • System activates only when container is detected (photo eye sensor)
  • Stainless steel pressure pump and aluminum filter housing
  • 480V / 3-phase / 60Hz / 5 amp (other voltages available upon request)
  • Dimensions (HxWxD): 68" x 63" x 68"
  • Weight: 1,300 lbs (approx.)

GCW-100 System Options

  • Two (2) 5,000 Watt Electric Immersion Heaters
  • Electrical requirements for 220 Volt
  • Exterior Washing Gun
  • Special High Impact Nozzle
  • Upgrade the Electrical Control Panel Box to Nema 4X
  • Steel Cover for the Wash Reservoir
  • One (1) 1.5 hp 480 volt 60 hertz 2 amp draw Discharge Pump
  • Electric Auto Fill for the Recirculation Tank
  • Oil Recovery Skimmer System
  • RT-500 Recirculation Tank
  • RTF-500 (Return Tank Filtration) System
  • Explosion Proof System Class I Div I Groups C & D
  • Electric Heat for the internal recirculation tank - Class I Div I Groups C & D
  • One (1) 1.5 hp Discharge Pump
  • Explosion Proof Oil Recovery Skimmer
  • Recommended Spare Parts List

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Our Company is staffed with mechanical and electrical engineers and has a prototype fabrication and machine shop. The final assembly of all products and systems is performed at Drumbeaters' facility located in Elburn, Illinois, USA.

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