Short answer: for most apartment buildings, the best choice for mixed waste is a 1100 l container – the largest standard plastic container in our range, made to the EN 840 standard. A 660 l or 770 l container is useful when the building is smaller, the bin area is tighter or waste is collected frequently. For sorted waste (paper, plastic, glass), smaller 120–360 l containers are often enough. The exact need depends on the number of residents and the collection frequency – below is a simple calculation.
The figures below are approximate – they are not a norm or a legal requirement. The amount of waste depends heavily on how actively residents sort, whether there are many families with children in the building, and whether there are commercial premises.
Formula: capacity needed per collection ≈ number of residents × litres per week ÷ number of collections per week + 10–20% margin.
About 90 people live in the building, and mixed waste is collected twice a week. 90 × 30 l = 2700 l per week; 2700 l ÷ 2 = 1350 l per collection; adding a 20% margin gives about 1620 l. One 1100 l and one 660 l container (1760 l in total) would suit, or two 1100 l containers (2200 l) if you want a bigger margin.
About 24 people live in the building, and waste is collected once a week. 24 × 30 l = 720 l; adding 20% gives about 860 l. In this case a 770 l container would no longer be enough, so it's worth choosing one 1100 l container.
The most reliable data is your own observation. For a few weeks, check how full the existing containers get before collection. If they are constantly overflowing, increase the capacity or discuss more frequent collection with your waste management company. You'll find more about the calculation in the article What size waste container do you need? How to calculate it.
The table shows the manufacturer's data for the containers we sell. Dimensions are given in this order: width × depth × height.
| Capacity | Dimensions, mm | Weight | Permitted load | Wheels | Colours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120 l | 485 × 540 × 945 | 7.5 kg | 48 kg | 2 | black, yellow, blue, green, brown, red |
| 240 l | 575 × 730 × 1035 | 11 kg | 96 kg | 2 | black, yellow, blue, green, brown, red |
| 360 l | 620 × 865 × 1115 | 14.5 kg | 144 kg | 2 | black, yellow, blue, green |
| 660 l | 1370 × 780 × 1195 | 34.5 kg | 264 kg | 4 swivel, 2 with brakes | black, yellow, blue, green |
| 770 l | 1370 × 770 × 1315 | 36.5 kg | 308 kg | 4 swivel, 2 with brakes | black, yellow, blue, green |
| 1100 l (flat lid) | 1380 × 1070 × 1375 | 45 kg | 440 kg | 4 rubber, with brakes | black, yellow, blue, green, brown, red |
The permitted load is especially important for heavy waste such as glass: a large container can reach its limit by weight rather than by volume.
The 660 l container is the same width as the 770 l (1370 mm), but it is lower – 1195 mm. It suits smaller buildings, places with limited height, or locations where waste is collected frequently. Four swivel wheels (two with brakes) and a flat lid with two handles.
The 770 l container takes up almost the same area as the 660 l (1370 × 770 mm), but is 120 mm taller and holds 110 l more. It's a good choice when 660 l is no longer enough, but the bin area lacks the depth for a 1100 l container.
The 1100 l container is deeper (1070 mm), so it needs more space in the bin area. In return you get the largest capacity: one 1100 l container holds about as much as three 360 l containers. It is made of HDPE plastic, complies with the EN 840 standard and has four rubber wheels with brakes.
Tip: measure the bin area before ordering – take into account not only the container dimensions but also the space needed to open the lid and roll the container out to the refuse collection vehicle.
A bin area usually has several containers for different types of waste. Under the usual sorting colour system:
We offer 660 and 770 l containers in black, yellow, blue and green, and 1100 l containers also in brown and red. The colour scheme may differ between municipalities, so check your waste management company's requirements before ordering.
Plastic containers are the most common choice for apartment buildings: an empty 1100 l plastic container weighs 45 kg, so it's easier to push. If the container is used very intensively, you can choose the metal 1100 l container 11-32E – it is made of 1 mm hot-dip galvanised steel, has a domed lid and 200 mm diameter wheels (two with brakes), weighs 110 kg and has a permitted load of 440 kg.
An enclosure protects the container from rain, snow, wind and UV rays, restricts access by outsiders and improves the look of the yard.
| Product | Key data | Suitable for |
|---|---|---|
| Container 1100 l, black | 1380 × 1070 × 1375 mm, load 440 kg | mixed waste |
| Container 1100 l, yellow | HDPE, EN 840, wheels with brakes | plastic and metal packaging |
| Container 1100 l, blue | HDPE, EN 840, wheels with brakes | paper and cardboard |
| Container 1100 l, green | HDPE, EN 840, wheels with brakes | glass |
| Container 1100 l, brown | HDPE, EN 840, wheels with brakes | bio-waste |
| Container 770 l, black | 1370 × 770 × 1315 mm, load 308 kg | mixed waste for a medium-sized building |
| Container 660 l, black | 1370 × 780 × 1195 mm, load 264 kg | a smaller building, a lower space |
| Container 360 l, black | 620 × 865 × 1115 mm, load 144 kg | a small building or extra capacity |
| Enclosure for a 1100 l container | 1640 × 1320 × 1700 mm, galvanised steel | a tidy bin area |
| Bags for 1100 l containers | LDPE, 50 microns, 20 pcs | keeping the container clean |
You'll find all models in the Large-capacity waste containers category.
Using an approximate calculation (30 l of mixed waste per resident per week plus a 20% margin), one 1100 l container emptied once a week serves about 30 residents, and emptied twice a week about 60. This is only a rough guide.
The 1100 l plastic containers comply with the EN 840 standard, and the 660 and 770 l containers have a standard design that suits most waste collection systems. Nevertheless, check your waste management company's requirements before buying.
An empty 660 l container weighs 34.5 kg, a 770 l 36.5 kg and a 1100 l 45 kg. The permitted loads are 264 kg, 308 kg and 440 kg respectively.
Yes. The 660 and 770 l containers have four swivel wheels, two of which have brakes, and the 1100 l container has four rubber wheels with brakes. This matters in a sloping bin area.
Black, yellow, blue and green. Among the large-capacity containers, brown and red are only offered in 1100 l.
Yes. For residents' associations and building managers we'll prepare an individual offer with price and delivery, and issue an invoice.
You can order containers online. Delivery via Venipak costs 9.99 € incl. VAT per order, and goods are delivered within 1–3 working days if in stock. If the goods are not in stock, we will confirm the delivery time.
Need a larger quantity, a set of several colours or enclosures for a whole bin area? Request a quote or call +370 614 11652, or email info@joksita.lt.
