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HOTBIN Mk1-MK2 and & Mini, compost aerobically and at temperatures between 104-140°F. Hot composting is 32 times faster than traditional cold composting. Additionally, it allows you to compost a wider variety of waste such as cooked food, bones, weeds and destroys pathogens and weeds seeds. How can you achieve hot composting temperatures? To maintain temperatures of 104-140°F you will need to feed the HOTBIN a minimum amount of waste each week, depending on which model of HOTBIN you are operating. For the 52 Gal. Mk1 or MK2 bin you require approx. 11 pounds of waste (1 large garbage bag or 2 small kitchen bags) per week. For the 26 Gal. MINI Mini you require...

Do you have worms in your HOTBIN? If you do... all is good. Worms are not needed in the HOTBIN, but don’t be worried if you do find them! Red or white worms are very common in the HOTBIN and they aid the breakdown of waste into compost. Bacterial activity largely powers the decomposition of waste inside a HOTBIN. However, the presence of worms may also result in a rich vermicompost being left behind, along with mucus deposits from the worms gut digestate. Some studies have shown worms to be beneficial to soil fertility. Note: If you have white worms (enchytraeids) be assured that they...

Unsure about how much woodchip and shredded paper to add? Whatever sized container you are using to collect your waste, here is an easy way to understand the ratios and required measurements of bulking agent and shredded paper to add in addition your waste.What to Add?1. Add your full caddy/container of waste to the HOTBIN.2. Fill the same caddy/container half way with dry shredded paper and /or cardboard and then add.3. Fill caddy/container a fifth of the way with bulking agent and then add.4. Using the rake (or another similar implement), give the top layer a quick stir, close the lid and...

Short Answer HOTBIN is made from ARPRO® Expanded Polypropylene also known as “EPP” (not Styrofoam) and it is used in high-value, safety-critical Automotive and Aerospace applications. So, if you purchase a HOTBIN and the box received is lighter than expected... don't panic! This is (EPP) what makes HOTBIN an Efficient Composter. What makes EPP so Cool? Thermal properties allows HOTBIN to compost 32X faster than cold composters. Helps HOTBIN to compost more waste and less goes to landfill Thermal properties allow HOTBIN to work year-round Helps HOTBIN to perform between 100 and 140 degrees F It's 100% recyclable at the end of its useful life...

HOTBIN Construction Quality The HOTBIN is made of Expanded Polypropylene (EPP), NOT from Styrofoam. EPP is a high-tech material that has been steadily gaining global recognition as a material of choice for high-value, safety-critical automotive and aerospace applications. Its popularity comes from EPP's properties which include: Outstanding energy absorption and impact resistance. High thermal resistance. Material remains stable in a wide range of  temperatures from -40 to +60 °С (-40 to 140 °F). Excellent UV resistance.  High rigidity and strength-to--weight ratio (which makes products strong, durable but lightweight). Chemically neutral and highly resistant to diluted and concentrated acids, alcohols, bases, alkali, etc. Water-repellent.  100% Recyclable at the end of...