Pneumatic waste collection drop boxes
The pneumatic waste collection system consists of a series of drop boxes, which are connected to a central vacuum through a network of underground pipes.
The drop boxes are found on the street, in entrance lobbies or communal areas of buildings or on the landing of each floor. There are two systems, according to how the vacuuming is carried out: mobile (a lorry comes to vacuum up the waste from fixed suction points) and fixed (the vacuuming is carried out by a waste plant). Pneumatic collection allows residents to leave their waste at any time of day. Also, it looks better, reduces vehicle transit and doesn't generate bad smells.
Waste that does not fit into any of these categories and which cannot be deposited in pneumatic drop boxes (packaging, paper and cardboard and glass) must be taken to the nearest corresponding street bins.
Afecta a les fraccions
Organic
General waste
Àmbits geogràfics on està implantat
- Ciutat Vella:
Raval, Santa Caterina i La Ribera. - Gràcia:
Gràcia Nova, Salut i Farró - Sant Andreu:
Bon Pastor, Sant Andreu de Palomar - Sant Marti:
La Vila Olímpica, Diagonal Mar, el Besòs el Maresme, Provençals del Poblenou