City-Proof Your Trash Cans: Anti-Vandal Features That Actually Work

In areas prone to graffiti, tampering, theft, or repeated abuse, standard trash cans simply don’t hold up. For facility managers and municipal planners, choosing the right trash receptacle is a strategic decision that impacts safety, aesthetics, and maintenance cost.

Securr, a leading trash can manufacturer, designs purpose-built, vandal‑resistant waste receptacles engineered for demanding public spaces. This guide highlights what to look for—and spotlights one of their most robust, in-stock models.

Why Standard Trash Cans Fail in High‑Vandalism Areas

Common trash cans often lack the durability and security features needed for transit stations, parks, downtown corridors, campuses, and correctional facilities. Without reinforced materials or controlled access, these receptacles quickly become costly liabilities.

Essential Features for Anti‑Vandal Trash Cans

1. Heavy‑Duty, Weather‑Resistant Build

Choose galvannealed or stainless steel, powder‑coated to resist corrosion, impact, and tampering.

2. Secure, Tamper‑Resistant Locking Systems

Hidden hinges and pop‑out latches or keyed locks deter unauthorized access, helping prevent theft or vandalism.

3. Graffiti‑Resistant Finish

Anti‑graffiti powder coatings make cleanup of spray paint, stickers, and markers fast and effective, minimizing maintenance.

4. Hands‑Free Access & Loading Chute

Hands‑free foot pedals or pull‑down chutes reduce surface contact, improve hygiene, and prevent misuse.

5. Rodent‑ and Animal‑Proof Design

BearSaver™ rat‑proof technology and sealed access doors keep pests and animals out of contents, protecting both hygiene and safety.

6. ADA Compliance

Models like CE140M‑CH meet ADA accessibility standards with easy‑to‑use chute doors and appropriately sized openings.

Product Highlight: Securr CE140M‑CH Trash Enclosure

The CE140M‑CH model from Securr’s CE Series is an ideal choice for high‑risk and public use areas:

• Capacity: 40 gallons

• Construction: Galvannealed steel housing with textured, corrosion‑resistant powder coat

• Access: Top-loading chute with optional hands‑free foot pedal; separate side service door with locking latch

• Security: BearSaver rat‑proof animal‑resistant enclosure and lockable latch system

• Compliance: ADA compliant with easy access chute and service-side retrieval

• Durability: Zinc-coated hardware, stainless piano hinges, impact-resistant steel shell, UV-resistant finish

This model is built to resist vandalism, prevent unauthorized access, and support hygienic operation in transit stations, parks, schools, and city streets.

Why Choose Securr?

As a trusted trash can manufacturer, Securr brings together innovation, heavy-duty construction, and customization to meet the needs of municipalities, schools, parks, and commercial facilities.

All Securr receptacles are made in the USA, offer ADA compliance, and can be branded with custom graphics, colors, and labeling to suit your site or organization.

Contact Securr

To get help selecting the best vandal-resistant trash receptacle for your facility:

📞 Call: 888‑671‑7066
📧 Email: sales@securr.com
🌐 Visit: www.securr.com