Before you specify
Frequently Asked Questions
How much paper does the HSM 1070070100 cart hold?
It holds 175 US gallons, about 662 liters, and HSM rates it for up to 600 lb (272 kg) of documents. Dense, flat-packed paper can reach the weight limit before the cart looks full, so treat 600 lb as the working ceiling rather than filling to the brim.
Can one person push the 4-wheel collection cart when it is full?
On smooth, level floors, yes. The cart rolls on four 6-inch rubber wheels, so it is pushed rather than tipped and dragged like HSM's two-wheel carts. On carpet or a slope a full 600 lb load is a two-person job, and the wheel brakes should be set whenever the cart is being filled or emptied.
Why does the HSM secure cart have two hasps?
So it can be locked with two padlocks controlled by different people. Under a dual-control chain-of-custody rule, neither key holder can open the cart alone. If you only need ordinary security, a single padlock on one hasp is enough. Note that padlocks are not listed as part of the delivery.
Will the 175-gallon cart fit through hallways and into an elevator?
In most hallways, yes. It measures 48 in high, 47.75 in wide and 30.5 in deep, and it moves with the 30.5 in face first, which is why HSM calls it narrow-bodied. Elevators deserve a check, both for floor space and for load, because a full cart carries 600 lb of paper on top of its own weight.
Is there a warranty on the HSM 1070070100?
Yes. The cart comes with a 5-year limited manufacturer warranty. It is made in the United States from recyclable light gray HDPE and is built in line with A.N.S.I. standards.
Should I choose this cart or the HSM 95-gallon cart?
Pick it by who moves the paper. The 95-gallon cart, part 1070070190, holds a little over half as much and runs on two wheels. This four-wheel model suits scheduled collection rounds across a large building or container swaps by a shredding contractor. For one department emptying its own bin, the smaller cart is usually enough.