side view 1.5m3 red elevate front lift cage

1.5m3 Elevate Series FEL Cage

Fill Height: 920 mm +160 mm with castors

NZ MOQ: 4x

The PLAST-AX 1.5m3 front load cage is the foundational design in our FEL range, first introduced in 2017. Built for long-term durability, this compact bin has become a trusted option for sites that need strength, reliability, and safe handling in both indoor and outdoor environments.

PLAST-AX bins are engineered to withstand the elements, ongoing collection cycles, and the daily demands of commercial waste handling. When used indoors, the 1.5m3 bin offers smooth plastic surfaces and large rounded corners that reduce impact to equipment and surrounding infrastructure. The side-mounted fork pockets provide a comfortable, radiused grip point, giving operators better control when moving the bin on its castor wheels.

For transport and yard efficiency, the 1.5m3 recycling cage stacks four high, helping operators manage space more effectively.

Details

Specifics

Benefits of Use

Lower Life Cycle Costs

Choosing a PLAST-AX bin greatly reduces repair and maintenance expenses over time.

Steel lids regularly break and must be replaced
Steel bases often rust out within a few years and become costly to repair
PLAST-AX lids flex under pressure and deliver long-lasting performance

Operational Time Savings

Operations teams often note that the most frustrating time losses come from lid replacements and rust repairs. Switching to a 1.5m3 commercial waste bin helps eliminate these recurring interruptions and keeps workflows running smoothly.

Feedback From Drivers and Operators

We gather ongoing insights from Front Load RCV operators, branch managers, and frontline staff. Their comments about the PLAST-AX range include:

Bins stack efficiently and save valuable yard space
One person can deliver a 1.5m3 bin when required
Manual movement is noticeably easier compared to steel units
Fork entry is smooth and consistent thanks to tapered pockets
Bins realign naturally on the forks, reducing handling time
Collection noise is significantly reduced

These insights continually shape our innovations. We welcome any questions or suggestions you may have.

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Design Strength: Testing

PLAST-AX guarantees that every one of our FEL bins manufactured will meet performance requirements and specifications in BS EN 12574-2:2017.

The tests include a continuous 100 lift-tilt cycle at the ‘heavy waste’ load of 400kg/m³. Full video recordings and a comprehensive Test Report are readily available on request.

Box Section Top Rim
40mm Solid Fork Pockets

Structural Ribbing
Solid Base & Forklift Channels

Bin Lid Options

The 1.5m3 industrial waste bin uses the same PLAST-AX lid system found across the FEL range. Lids open against a reinforced rear ribbed section in a tongue-and-groove configuration, which spreads impact across the full surface to avoid concentrated stress. A recessed lift point in the rim provides easy grip access without compromising the integrity of the lid.

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Lockbar

Our lockbar and bracket sets are hot-dip galvanised for superior corrosion resistance and can be retrofitted to existing bins. Each component bolts securely into captive female fixings housed in the reinforced box-section rim, delivering a strong and tamper-resistant locking solution.

Wheels

125mm wheel sets are supplied as 2x Fixed Directional, 2x Swivel Braked Castors. 1200kg rated Red Polyurethane (PU) outer on a Cast Iron inner; or 600kg rated Blue Rubber on a Black PU inner (smaller bins). All wheels are supplied with stainless fixings.