Smart Waste Collection System
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Today’s reality in glass waste collection

Tour information is stored in the minds of individual drivers or on paper lists. It is not digitized.
Staff shortages and demographic change put reliable service at risk.
Limited transparency about which containers were emptied, when, and by whom.
Emptying is often based on routine or intuition, not actual need.
Our
Solution
The
zebrafant Smart-Waste-System
For drivers

Support instead of extra work
Drivers use a simple smartphone app during regular tours. The app shows which locations should be emptied next and guides them step by step through their route. The app shows which locations to empty next and guides the route step by step. At each stop, containers are captured with a quick photo scan before emptying. The fill level is recorded automatically. Everything else stays the same.
No extra tours. No new hardware. Minimal onboarding.
For dispatchers

Full overview with far less effort
All information is centralized in the web app. Dispatchers see current fill levels, locations, special notes, and area status at a glance. Driver availability and operational constraints are stored, and routes are calculated automatically. Finished routes are sent directly to drivers’ smartphones.
Planning becomes faster, more transparent, and more resilient when staffing changes or sick leaves happen.
AI & Forecasts

From snapshots to reliable planning
Artificial intelligence is an integral part of the system. It records fill levels, predicts future fill behavior, and calculates optimal routes based on expected demand. External factors that influence filling are automatically considered.
This results in reliable forecasts rather than isolated snapshots.
Dynamic tour planning
Efficient, flexible and realistic
Based on fill level data and forecasts, zebrafant plans routes that reflect actual daily driving requirements. Time constraints, vehicle and personnel capacities, and regional conditions are all taken into account. Containers are only emptied when it is efficient to do so.
This reduces emptying days, lowers costs, and eases the workload for drivers and dispatchers.
The
new
industry standard
No sensors required  
Reliable fill level data via smartphone
Our AI-based solution records fill levels during regular collection tours. No extra work, no new hardware, and fully integrated into existing processes.
Full transparency
A clear overview of your entire collection area
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See current and expected fill levels at a glance. Use the insights for planning, reporting, and daily operations across all locations.
Saves time & distance
More efficient use of travel time and vehicles
Empty containers only when it makes operational sense. Reduce unnecessary trips and lower strain on vehicles, staff, and resources.
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Efficient collection
Fewer overflows, fewer complaints
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Locations are emptied in a targeted manner and emptied in a timely manner using a holistic approach. Improve service reliability and reduce missed pickups.

FAQ

Who is the Smart Waste Collection System designed for?

The system is built for private and municipal waste management companies that operate bring systems or depot containers. It works with different container sizes and can be used across regions. It integrates smoothly into existing operations, regardless of your current IT setup.

What are the benefits for me?

You reduce collection days, cut costs, and ease the workload for drivers and dispatchers. At the same time, overflowing containers and complaints decrease. You also improve your competitiveness in tenders through more reliable service and better documentation.
Setup is fast, no additional hardware is required, and operations remain stable during staff shortages because routes, knowledge, and processes are stored in the system instead of in people’s heads.

How long does it take to record the fill level of a container?

Instead of visual inspection, drivers record fill levels in the app. In practice, recording takes under 20 seconds at a location with three containers. The process is fully integrated into the normal tour workflow.

How much does the Smart Waste Collection System cost?

Pricing depends on the size and structure of your service area. The system is funded through the savings from fewer emptying days and reduced driving time. Compensation is based on a share of the measurable value created and is explained transparently during the free initial consultation.

How does the collaboration process work?

We start with a free initial consultation to assess potential, constraints, and the right pilot scope. Drivers then record fill levels during normal tours, without sensors and without extra trips, until a reliable picture of fill behavior is established.
Next, we roll out optimized route planning step by step with weekly tuning. After 3 to 6 months, we unlock additional potential through improved forecasts and, where relevant, container placement optimization.

How much will the savings actually be?

Depending on the starting situation, savings of 30 to 45 percent in collection days and vehicle hours are achievable. Results depend on current routes, infrastructure, and unloading conditions. In areas with frequent overflows, the initial priority is stabilizing service levels while efficiency improvements follow.

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Data instead of gut feeling: fully automated planning.

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