Automatic elegance meets robust engineering – an overview of the ARLS
The Automatic Railway Lid System (ARLS) is the intelligent solution for touchless waste bin lids in modern transport environments.
Compact, durable, and designed for daily use in passenger transit, the ARLS impresses with easy integration, fast response times, and reliable functionality – whether on today’s trains or perhaps tomorrow’s airplanes.
Controlled by discreet, high-performance sensor technology – such as hidden radar sensors or visible ToF sensors – the lid opens precisely and silently when needed.
Thoughtfully engineered actuation ensures what makes this system stand out: smart, long-lasting technology that seamlessly integrates into modern interior spaces – especially in lavatories and passenger compartments, where hygiene, comfort, and design are essential.
Passenger Benefits
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Touchless – for improved hygiene and comfort
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Fast lid opening
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Comfortable opening width
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Smooth closing
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Silent operation – no buzzing or hissing
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No fear of getting “pinched”
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Manual use always possible
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Soft closing force – for maximum user safety
Operator Benefits
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Reduced cleaning effort and improved cleanliness thanks to convenient passenger operation
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Customizable user interface through freely selectable sensor
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Design flexibility for front panel and cutout dimensions
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Spring-loaded, dampened lid stop – no rattling
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Minimal gap dimensions for optimal fire safety
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Lavatory remains usable in case of malfunction thanks to ensured manual operation
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Protection against misuse through smart software logic and robust hardware design
Integration Benefits
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Easy installation of factory pre-set lid
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Wide-range DC input voltage
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Compact dimensions – suitable for both new installations and retrofits
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IT safety ensured by isolated system without external communication
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Certified, compact railway controller
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Stainless steel lid with minimal flammable mass
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Detection of sensor failure or misuse
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Based on proven railway electronics, meeting comprehensive railway standards (EN 50155:2021 / EN 45545-2 / EN 61373 / EN 50121-3-2 + EMC DB/ÖBB)
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Custom adaptations possible
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Curious to learn more?
Don’t hesitate to contact us – we’ll be happy to advise you!
Live demonstrations are possible, because this system needs to be experienced:
The lid opens as if by magic – fast, silent, and touchless.