Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about smart waste management costs, implementation, and benefits in India.

Pricing & Cost

What is the cost of smart waste management in India?

Aarush Eco Tech operates on a zero-capex model where organizations pay only for managed services, with no upfront hardware investment. Pricing varies based on:

  • Site size and number of bins required
  • Daily footfall and waste generation patterns
  • Servicing frequency needs
  • Monitoring and reporting requirements

Typical pricing: ₹15,000-₹25,000 per bin per year for comprehensive infrastructure management including hardware, monitoring platform access, and managed operations.

Is there any upfront capital investment required?

No. Aarush Eco Tech's infrastructure-as-a-service model eliminates upfront capex. We own, deploy, and maintain all hardware. Organizations pay only for operational services on a subscription basis.

What is the ROI of implementing smart waste infrastructure?

Organizations typically achieve:

  • 85% reduction in overflow incidents
  • 40% improvement in servicing efficiency
  • 72% reduction in secondary pollution from spillage
  • 50% reduction in cleanliness-related complaints

The system typically pays for itself within 18-24 months through reduced operational costs, fewer emergency cleanups, improved public perception, and enhanced ESG metrics.

How does pricing compare to traditional waste management?

While per-bin costs may be 20-30% higher than basic manual servicing, organizations save through:

  • Reduced labor costs (optimized routes vs. fixed schedules)
  • Fewer emergency cleanups and complaint resolution
  • Lower secondary pollution cleanup costs
  • Improved ESG metrics for sustainability reporting
  • Enhanced public perception and brand value

Net cost of ownership is typically 15-25% lower over 3 years.

Implementation & Timeline

How long does implementation take?

Timeline breakdown:

  • Week 1: Initial assessment and site survey
  • Week 2-3: Pilot planning and hardware preparation
  • Week 4: Pilot deployment (typically 10-15 bins)
  • Month 2-6: Pilot validation and performance monitoring
  • Post-pilot: Full rollout in 4-8 weeks (for 50+ bin deployments)

What does the pilot deployment include?

Every pilot includes:

  • Site assessment and waste profiling
  • Strategic bin placement analysis
  • 10-15 smart bins deployed at high-priority locations
  • Full monitoring platform access with training
  • 3-6 months of managed operations
  • Monthly performance reports with metrics
  • No long-term commitment required

Do you require any infrastructure from our side?

Minimal requirements:

  • Cellular coverage: For data transmission (most urban areas have adequate coverage)
  • Site access: For installation and periodic maintenance
  • Point of contact: Facilities manager for coordination

No electrical infrastructure, WiFi, or IT integration required. Our bins are self-powered and communicate via cellular networks.

Can the system integrate with our existing waste contractors?

Yes. We can operate in three modes:

  • Full management: We handle all servicing with our partner network
  • Hybrid: Your existing contractors use our monitoring platform
  • Monitoring-only: We provide intelligence, you manage operations

Most clients prefer full management for single-point accountability.

Technology & Operations

How do smart waste bins work?

Our smart bins use ultrasonic fill-level sensors that measure waste height every 30 minutes. Data is transmitted via cellular network to our cloud platform. When bins reach 70-80% capacity, the system automatically alerts servicing teams.

This enables proactive servicing based on actual usage patterns rather than fixed schedules, improving efficiency by 40%.

What happens if a bin loses connectivity?

Bins cache data locally and transmit when connectivity resumes. The platform flags offline bins for manual inspection. With 99.2% average uptime, connectivity issues are rare and resolved quickly.

How durable are the bins? Will they withstand vandalism?

Our bins are engineered for harsh public environments:

  • Anti-vandal construction: Reinforced steel with tamper-resistant fasteners
  • Weather-resistant: Operates in -10°C to 50°C, handles rain and dust
  • Anti-topple design: Weighted base prevents tipping
  • Graffiti-resistant coating: Easy to clean

We maintain over 500+ bins in high-traffic public areas with less than 2% vandalism incidents.

What ongoing maintenance is required?

All maintenance is handled by Aarush Eco Tech as part of managed services:

  • Regular sensor calibration (quarterly)
  • Battery replacement (annually)
  • Physical bin cleaning and maintenance (monthly)
  • Software updates (automatic, over-the-air)

Your team does nothing. We manage all maintenance proactively.

What data security measures are in place?

Data security features:

  • Encrypted data transmission (TLS 1.3)
  • Secure cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure)
  • Role-based access control for dashboards
  • Regular security audits
  • GDPR-aligned data practices

We collect only operational data (fill levels, timestamps, location). No personally identifiable information is captured.

Industries & Use Cases

Do you serve residential areas or only commercial spaces?

We serve high-footfall institutional, commercial spaces, and residential housing societies:

  • Corporate and IT campuses
  • Transport hubs (railway, metro, airports)
  • Educational institutions
  • Housing societies and gated communities
  • Religious and cultural sites
  • Hospitals and healthcare facilities

We do not serve individual standalone homes at this time.

What is the minimum site size for deployment?

While there's no strict minimum, deployments are most effective with:

  • Minimum: 10-15 bins for pilot validation
  • Optimal: 25-50 bins for comprehensive coverage
  • Daily footfall: 1,000+ people for meaningful impact

Smaller sites may not justify the infrastructure investment. Contact us for specific evaluation.

Can you handle different types of waste (recyclables, organic, etc.)?

Yes. We deploy segregated bins for:

  • Dry waste (recyclables)
  • Wet waste (organic/biodegradable)
  • General waste
  • Specialized waste (e-waste, medical, etc.)

Each bin type is monitored independently. The platform tracks segregation compliance and can generate waste composition reports for sustainability audits.

Contracts & Commitments

What is the minimum contract duration?

Pilot deployments: 3-6 months with no long-term commitment.

Full deployments: Annual contracts (12 months minimum) with auto-renewal. This ensures ROI realization and operational stability.

What happens if the pilot doesn't meet expectations?

Pilots are designed to validate outcomes with clear performance targets:

  • If targets aren't met, we work with you to optimize placement and operations
  • You can conclude the pilot after the minimum period with no penalties
  • No obligation to proceed to full deployment

Our pilot success rate is 92% - most organizations scale after seeing results.

What if we want to terminate the contract early?

Termination terms vary by contract:

  • Pilot: Can conclude after minimum period (3-6 months)
  • Annual: 90-day notice period with proportional settlement
  • Multi-year: Custom terms negotiated upfront

We remove all hardware at no cost. Any prepaid services are refunded proportionally.

Results & Performance

How quickly can we expect to see results?

Timeline of impact:

  • Week 1-2: Baseline data collection
  • Month 1: 40-50% reduction in overflow incidents as routes optimize
  • Month 2-3: 70-80% reduction as patterns stabilize
  • Month 6: Full optimization with 85%+ reduction sustained

What reports and metrics do we receive?

You receive comprehensive reporting:

  • Real-time dashboard: Live bin status, alerts, servicing history
  • Weekly summaries: Overflow incidents, response times, fill patterns
  • Monthly reports: Detailed analytics, trends, recommendations
  • Quarterly reviews: Strategic planning and optimization suggestions
  • Annual ESG reports: Sustainability metrics for compliance

Can you guarantee specific performance outcomes?

While we cannot legally "guarantee" outcomes (as they depend on proper site access and usage patterns), our service level agreements (SLAs) define clear targets:

  • System uptime: 99.2% minimum
  • Alert response time: Within 2 hours
  • Bin servicing: Before reaching 90% capacity
  • Maintenance response: Within 24 hours

Across 15+ deployments, we maintain 98.5% SLA compliance.

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