Thank you for your question about the foot pedal on our pedal-operated urban trash cans. It's a common and important consideration for ensuring long-term functionality.
The foot pedal mechanism on our standard models is rigorously tested and designed to support a continuous weight capacity of approximately 40 kilograms (or about 88 pounds). This specification is carefully engineered to withstand the daily demands of high-traffic environments like office kitchens, public restrooms, hotel corridors, and food service areas.
We achieve this durability through the use of reinforced steel or high-strength polymer materials in the pedal linkage and hinge system. This robust construction ensures that the hands-free opening feature remains reliable even with frequent use. It's built to handle the force applied by users of varying weights, making it a practical and hygienic solution for public and commercial spaces.
For specialized or heavy-duty applications, we do offer commercial-grade models with even higher weight ratings. We always recommend considering the specific traffic and usage patterns of your location when selecting a model. Please feel free to reach out if you have a particular use case in mind, and we can provide more tailored information.