Sliding Lid and Flip Lid Sensor Trash Cans

Sliding Lid and Flip Lid Sensor Trash Cans: What Criteria Should You Consider for Your Product Range?

A sensor trash can may seem perfect in a product photo, but its lid will need some room to move in the consumer’s home. If a brand faces the decision to choose either a sliding lid or a flip lid, there should be taken into account not only the appearance of the closed bin, but also where it will be placed and how the bag will be changed. What would a customer like to know before purchasing the product?

In this article, we compare two products of Hi-na - the HN-ZH sliding lid sensor bin and the standard HN-ZS02 flip lid sensor bin. We are interested in criteria that can be used by a brand when selecting the product and creating a listing. Verify the dimensions and configuration of the desired model before making a choice.

HN-ZH sliding lid and HN-ZS02 flip lid sensor bins, shown closed.

Start with lid movement

The lid of HN-ZH moves horizontally, and the lid of HN-ZS02 opens upwards. These models have sensor operation, but the paths of their lids are different. This factor is significant because sometimes the product is installed next to a worktop or other furniture. The photograph of the closed bin won't help you to understand if either of the models suits this place.

Before choosing a product for your sales range, you should ask for a demonstration of the full lid movement. Notice what goes beyond the closed outline of the product, how far a hand needs to approach the sensor and whether there can be an obstacle around the bin. Don't think that a sliding lid doesn't need any space and every flip lid requires the same height.

HN-ZH sliding lid and HN-ZS02 flip lid in the open position.

Compare the space around the bin

Let's imagine a situation when a customer decides to place a product next to a kitchen cabinet. In case of the flip lid model, it is necessary to check the maximum opened position and whether there can be an obstacle above it. In case of the sliding model, check the lid movement and the clearance of rear and side surfaces of the bin. In both cases, take into account that the customer needs room to approach the bin and operate it.

You should ask the supplier about the closed dimensions and, if it is needed, measure or get a video of the selected model while opening. The capacity describes the volume of the bin and is not a dimension of its operating area. The label of 42L or 50L won't help a buyer to understand whether the product fits under a certain counter.

Take into account bag changes

The customer needs to put the liner, lift the filled bag out and replace it. When you compare samples, find out how the lid is handled when changing the bags and what room the customer needs around the lid of the bin. Demonstrate to a buyer the exact process of performing the actions with each model because a buyer shouldn't guess whether the lid needs to be removed and where the liner should be placed.

The standard HN-ZS02 has a retaining ring which keeps the liner. If you are going to demonstrate such a detail in HN-ZH, make sure that it is included in the list of components and photograph this configuration. Also, check that the liner stays securely in place and doesn't obstruct the lid movement. Don't use an image of one model as an instruction for another one if you haven't checked the parts and steps.

HN-ZH: trash bag fitting steps.

A practical comparison for buyers

What to include in your listing

A useful listing will help customers to determine whether the product will suit them before the purchase. Your listing should contain the model name, capacity, closed product dimensions, the photo of the opened lid and the corresponding operating instructions. A short video can demonstrate the motion better than a set of still photographs. If you mention the placement beside a cabinet or under the worktop, show the exact arrangement and let buyers know that they should measure their own space.

Use different photos of these two models if they have similar bin shape. Check that the featured color, controls and bag fitting steps correspond to the offered item. If there are different capacities in one page, specify which dimensions correspond to which version. Check the packaging and branding details before showing customer-specific artwork or printed boxes.

Questions to clarify before ordering

Specify the model, capacity, color and quantity that you want to order, the destination and logo or packaging requirements. Ask about product dimensions, photos of the selected version, information about clearance where available and packing details. If you sell both kinds of lids, ask for separate instructions for each one so your product pages and customer service department will be able to answer correctly.

Frequently asked questions

Is a sliding lid always better for the low space?

Not always. Check the full lid movement and the clearance around it.

Can I compare these two models only by capacity?

No. Compare closed dimensions, lid opening movement and bag access besides that.

Can I use one set of bag fitting images for these two models?

Only after checking that the supplied parts and steps are the same. Otherwise, photograph the models separately and create instructions according to the received product.

What should I send to the supplier when requesting a quotation?

Send the model, capacity, color, quantity, destination and logo or packaging requirements.

Talk to Hi-na about your selection

If you have decided to choose either HN-ZH or the standard HN-ZS02 for your sales range, tell us about your destination market and required details of the product.