All businesses are required to sort their food waste. This includes coffee grounds, fruit and vegetable peelings, and leftovers, in accordance with the French Anti-Waste and Circular Economy Act (AGEC) of 10 February 2020 and European Directive 2008/98/EC.
No, with a good mix of dry matter and food waste, as well as regular mixing, odours are minimised.
As for rodents, our composter is made of galvanised steel and it is physically impossible for rodents to get inside. We also offer solutions to prevent insect infestations.
You can put the following items in the bin:
Leftovers,
Fruit and vegetable peelings,
Coffee grounds, tea bags,
Eggshells.
⚠️ Limit meat waste (meat, fish) to 20% of the total to avoid slowing down the composting process.
We offer a dry material refill service, or you can use your own suitable material, such as wood chips or dry leaves.
The compost produced by the Caeterra composter is not ‘standardised’ and therefore cannot be sold. However, it is perfect for internal use, such as fertilising plants and green spaces within the company.
⚠️ Do not use the compost produced for edible crops (e.g. tomato plants).
In France, compost must be certified as compliant with certain standards in order to be sold. This means that it must be produced under specific conditions on an approved platform.
To ensure optimal performance:
– Adding dry material: Add an equal volume of dry material (such as wood chips) after each addition of food waste.
– Mixing: Mix the material each time you add it to aerate it and promote good composting.
– Dry material box: Check regularly that the box is full.
See our video tutorial for more details.
For collection:
– Opening the hatch: Use the key provided to access the compost.
– Placing the buckets: Position the buckets correctly to collect the pre-compost.
– Closing the valves: Close them when you have finished collecting.
– Cleaning: Clean the cover and collection area to keep everything clean.
See our video tutorial for more details.
The weight varies depending on the model of the composter.
Please contact us for specific details.
Yes, our composters can be installed on a variety of surfaces (concrete, soil, etc.), both indoors and outdoors..
Yes, it can be installed in a kitchen or break room. To limit odours and nuisances:
Add dry material after each addition of waste,
Stir regularly to promote good ventilation.
We also offer odour control devices and insect traps if required.
No, with a good mix of dry matter and food waste, as well as regular mixing, odours are minimised.
As for rodents, our composter is made of galvanised steel and it is physically impossible for rodents to get inside. We also offer solutions to prevent insect infestations.
Yes, you can customise the colour and patterns to suit your working environment.
Contact us to discuss your requirements!
Our composters are made from sustainable materials, mainly recycled. The metal used comes from responsible sources, ensuring a long service life and low environmental impact.
All composters are manufactured in the Somme region by our team.
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Our composters are designed to withstand outdoor conditions. If signs of wear appear, we offer tailored maintenance services.
Our comprehensive service includes the collection of pre-compost. We collect the material and process it to ensure compliant and efficient management.
The material is then transported to the nearest recycling platform.
All businesses are required to sort their food waste. This includes coffee grounds, fruit and vegetable peelings, and leftovers, in accordance with the Anti-Waste and Circular Economy Act (AGEC) of 10 February 2020 and European Directive 2008/98/EC.
By installing a Caeterra composter and separating bio-waste from other waste, you are complying with regulations. Our team will assist you with compliance and installation.
For more details, please see our Terms and Conditions.
Delivery times vary depending on the model and location, but generally take between 4 and 6 weeks after order confirmation.
Yes, certain government assistance and subsidies are available for the purchase of waste sorting solutions. We can help you identify the subsidies available.
The 48-month commitment period allows for optimal profitability for your business, while ensuring continuous collection and maintenance of the composter.
