UNDERGROUND
PNEUMATIC CHUTES
Downwaste Pneumatic Waste Collection Systems for Hospitals and Urban Areas. Downwaste offers state-of-the-art pneumatic waste systems, revolutionizing waste management for hospitals, high-rise buildings, and urban developments. Our pneumatic garbage chutes provide a fully automated, hygienic, and efficient alternative to traditional waste collection, reducing manual handling and optimizing resource efficiency.
UNDERGROUND PNEUMATIC CHUTES
We aim to achieve a sustainable, environmentally friendly waste management system, tailor made for today’s urban landscape. Our underground system can handle multiple waste streams from the same pipe network, enabling automatic and separate collection of waste and recyclables.
Why Choose Downwaste’s
Pneumatic Waste Systems?
- 24/7 Automated Waste Collection – Continuous operation ensures uninterrupted waste removal without human intervention.
- Hygienic & Odor-Free – Waste is transported through a sealed pipeline, minimizing exposure to contaminants and unpleasant odors.
- Increased Efficiency – Eliminates the need for manual waste transport and waste bins, improving sanitation and logistics.
- Sustainable & Eco-Friendly – Reduces CO₂ emissions and vehicle traffic by eliminating conventional waste collection methods.
- Smart Monitoring & Control – IoT-enabled systems provide real-time waste level tracking and optimize collection schedules.
- Flexible Installation – Our pneumatic chute solutions can be customized to fit hospitals, residential buildings, and commercial facilities.
How Our Automatic Waste
Chute System Works
User deposits waste or linen into a pneumatic trash chute via a secure disposal inlet.
Automated system detects and categorizes waste streams for optimized disposal.
Powerful air suction technology transports waste through a sealed pipeline.
Central collection plant receives and compacts waste, storing it for efficient removal.
Air filtration system ensures deodorized, clean air is vented into the atmosphere.
Key Components of Downwaste’s Pneumatic Chutes
Wall-Mounted Waste Inlets
- Stainless steel pneumatic waste chutes available in multiple configurations.
- Secure electromechanical locking system for controlled waste disposal.
- Hands-free operation with RFID or keycard access for restricted-use areas.
High-Performance Conveyance Network
- Handles 1-6 tons/day, operates within 500 meters, and supports 1-4 waste streams.
- Sealed pipeline system prevents contamination and odors.
- Smart sensors track waste volume and optimize collection timing.
Central Collection Plant
- High-capacity compactors reduce waste volume before disposal.
- Advanced air treatment system deodorizes and filters exhaust air.
- Automated container loading system ensures seamless waste removal.

Hospital Pneumatic Chutes:
A Game-Changer for Healthcare Facilities
Downwaste’s hospital pneumatic chutes improve hygiene and operational efficiency in medical environments by:
- Eliminating manual waste transport, reducing cross-contamination risks
- Supporting multi-stream waste disposal, including general waste, recyclables, and medical linen
- Enhancing infection control, as waste is immediately removed from patient areas
- Reducing operational costs, minimizing staff workload and maintenance needs
Custom Pneumatic Chute Solutions for Every Project
Downwaste provides tailor-made pneumatic waste solutions for hospitals, high-rise buildings, and urban infrastructure. Whether it’s a pneumatic chute installation in a medical facility or a fully integrated city-wide pneumatic waste system, we design, install, and maintain cutting-edge waste management solutions.
Upgrade to smarter, cleaner, and more efficient waste management with Downwaste!
COMPACTORS
Hydraulic based chute fed
automatic compactors
BALERS
Vertical balers in various sizes
to produce bales from recyclables
PRESS COMPACTORS
Heavy duty waste press compactors for
residential and industrial mega buildings
HDPE BINS
HDPE wheelie collector bins
available in all industry sizes
GALVANIZED TROLLEYS
2500L and 1100L Heavy Duty
Hot Dip Galvanized Trolleys
PROLITEC ODOR CONTROL
Prolitec’s patented malodor
control technology
METAL WORKSHOP
Sorting tables for your indoor
recycling facility
A pneumatic waste system is an automated waste collection system that uses vacuum technology to transport waste through a sealed network of pipes. Users deposit waste into designated inlets, and the system sucks the waste to a central collection plant, where it is compacted and stored for disposal. This hygienic, odor-free, and efficient system eliminates the need for traditional waste bins and manual collection.
- 24/7 automatic operation without manual waste handling
Elimination of odors and contamination through an airtight system - Reduced waste vehicle traffic, lowering CO₂ emissions
- Enhanced hygiene and sanitation, especially for hospitals and urban areas
An automatic waste chute enhances efficiency by:
- Automating waste transport directly to a central collection plant
- Minimizing human contact with waste, improving hygiene
- Sorting waste at the source, increasing recycling rates
- Eliminating overflowing waste bins, keeping spaces clean
- Reducing labor and operational costs for waste collection
A pneumatic trash chute is a high-tech waste disposal system installed in hospitals, residential buildings, airports, shopping malls, and smart cities. It allows users to dispose of waste at a designated inlet, which then transports it automatically through vacuum-powered pipes to a centralized waste collection unit.
Pneumatic chute installation includes:
- Planning & design – Customizing the system layout for the site
- Inlet placement – Installing wall-mounted disposal points on each floor
- Pipeline network setup – Laying underground or vertical chutes
- Central collection unit installation – Setting up compactors and air filtration systems
- The installation timeframe depends on the project size but typically takes a few weeks to months.
Hospital pneumatic chutes ensure:
- Hands-free waste disposal, reducing infection risks
- Separate waste streams, including medical, general, and linen waste
- Automated transport, eliminating the need for staff to manually handle waste bins
- Airtight and odor-free systems, improving hospital hygiene
- Compliance with healthcare waste regulations for safe disposal
A pneumatic waste system reduces costs by:
- Lowering labor expenses for manual waste handling
- Reducing waste truck operations, saving fuel and maintenance costs
- Optimizing space, eliminating large waste storage areas
- Enhancing system longevity, with minimal wear and tear compared to traditional methods
- Over time, these factors lead to significant financial and environmental savings
Downwaste’s pneumatic chute solutions reduce environmental impact by:
- Cutting CO₂ emissions from waste trucks by up to 90%
- Eliminating overflowing waste bins, preventing urban pollution
- Encouraging recycling, with multi-stream waste sorting
- Using energy-efficient air suction technology for transport
- Integrating odor and air filtration, ensuring clean air emissions
Yes! Downwaste’s pneumatic waste systems can integrate smart technology to track waste disposal per user. This enables Pay-As-You-Throw (PAYT) policies, where users are charged based on the waste they generate, encouraging waste reduction and responsible disposal.
To install a Downwaste pneumatic waste system, follow these steps:
- Consultation & Site Assessment – We evaluate your building’s waste management needs.
- Custom System Design – We tailor the pneumatic chute installation to fit your facility.
- Installation & Setup – Our team installs waste inlets, pipelines, and a central collection plant.
- Testing & Optimization – Ensuring the system operates efficiently with IoT monitoring.
- Ongoing Maintenance & Support – We provide regular servicing for optimal performance.