Beyond Gravity Chutes and Vacuums: MecHy’s Smarter Way to Manage Daily Waste

Over the past few years, apartment culture has grown rapidly not only across the globe but also in India. High-rise gated societies are emerging at an incredible pace, reshaping the way people live in cities. While this shift brings convenience, community, and modern amenities, it also creates an entirely new set of challenges in day-to-day waste management.

Every day, thousands of kilos of garbage are generated in apartments. But the way it is handled is far from efficient. Many residents don’t separate wet and dry waste properly, which makes recycling difficult. Buildings spend heavily on manpower for collection and segregation, yet the results are far from satisfactory. Most existing systems are either too expensive, not practical, or require major modifications to the building. On top of that, there is no accountability or traceability—no one really knows who is following the rules and who isn’t.

You might think: aren’t there already systems like waste chutes or advanced vacuum systems? Yes, but both have big drawbacks.

• Gravity chutes: When garbage bags are thrown from any significant height or even from second floors, they often burst open, spreading odour and creating hygiene issues. So this system is majorly used in construction site to debris handling.

• Vacuum systems: While they sound high-tech, they need a lot of space (approximately up to hundred sq. ft. per floor), are too costly for smaller buildings, and usually require residents to step out of their flats to use them. Not only that, these systems are very hard to install in existing apartments—they require too much planning, a lot of space, and are simply too sophisticated to add at later stages of construction.

That’s where MecHy steps in with a smarter, cleaner, and more practical & affordable solution with better return on investment. Our system can be fitted into both new and existing apartments with little or no changes to the building. Unlike other systems, it is designed to be accessible right inside the flat—so residents don’t need to step out just to throw a garbage bag. It can also handle different types of waste over time, making life easier and cleaner for everyone.

The best part? MecHy’s solution saves time, cuts down on manpower, improves segregation, and keeps hygiene in check. Plus, with built-in traceability, it brings in accountability so that waste management isn’t just efficient but also responsible.

Urban living is fast-paced, and nobody wants to waste time dealing with garbage issues. With our tech-enabled approach, MecHy is setting a new benchmark in everyday waste collection. We’re not just solving today’s problems—we’re building the foundation for a zero-waste future where apartments are cleaner, greener, and truly sustainable.