Sand and salt bins (grit bins) store gritting mix right where it is needed in winter: at apartment buildings, schools, companies, car parks and footpaths. With the mix close at hand, slippery surfaces can be gritted straight away, without waiting for someone to bring it.
Why choose a closed bin
The mix stays dry. A tight-fitting lid protects against rain and snow, so the sand and salt do not set into a solid lump.
Weather-resistant. The plastic bin withstands frost, UV rays and moisture, and does not rust.
A tidy look. Instead of open bags or buckets by the entrance, there is one neat bin.
Always accessible. The bin has no lock, so anyone who needs gritting mix can take some.
Where to place a grit bin
The best spot is where it is most slippery: by stairs, entrances, slopes and driveways. On larger sites, it is worth placing several bins in different locations so the mix does not have to be carried far.
What capacity is enough
For an apartment building, school or small company, a 150 l bin is usually enough – it holds enough mix for several days of gritting, so it does not need refilling after every icy spell.
How to choose
Weight and moving. The 150 l sand and salt bin weighs about 10 kg and has no wheels, so when empty it is easy to move to another spot.
Material. Polyethylene does not crack or rust, so the bin can be left outdoors all year round.
Contents. As well as sand and salt, it can also be used to store sorbents.
