Sparkling Clean Bins: Why a Morclean Wheelie Bin Washer Might Be More Useful than You Think

Picture this: a neighbourhood where wheelie bins no longer reek, where lids don’t attract flies, where leftover rubbish juice doesn’t soak into the bottom of the bin — because every bin gets a proper high-pressure wash, with water that’s recycled and filtered. That’s the promise of a Morclean bin-washing machine.

It you are an entrepreneur looking to tap into a surprisingly profitable cleaning niche — a Morclean wheelie-bin washer might be exactly the kind of machine you didn’t know you needed. Here’s the lowdown.

What Is the Morclean Bin-Washing Range

• The Morclean line includes multiple types of bin washers — from trailer-mounted mobile units to static and skid-mounted machines, plus fully automatic wash systems for large operations or commercial sites. 

• The basic operation is simple: place a bin onto the lift mechanism, press a button, and the bin is elevated. A high-pressure wash then cleans the inside; once done, the bin is lowered back down. 

• Water isn’t wasted. The machine uses a recycled-water tank (e.g. 350 litres in the trailer version), and has built-in filtration so the wash water can be reused repeatedly over the course of a day. 

• For larger scale or frequent operations, there are “static” or “skid” models — essentially fixed installations for bins in commercial or industrial settings (e.g. retail parks, shopping centres, hospitals).

Benefits — From Fresh-Smelling Bins to Business Potential 

Hygiene & Convenience (For Home & Local Authorities)

• Regular waste bins — especially food bins or general rubbish bins — tend to accumulate sticky residues, rotting juices, and other grime which cause smells, attract flies or pests, and can be dangerous from a hygiene standpoint. Many people avoid cleaning bins because it’s messy, smelly, and awkward. 

• With a bin washer, the process becomes almost push-button: lift, spray, rinse — much faster, more efficient and far less unpleasant than hosing, scrubbing or DIY pressure-washing.

• Because water is filtered and reused, it’s also more environmentally friendly than repeated fresh water washes, and more compliant with environmental disposal guidelines (important if you’re doing this professionally or at scale). 

Business Opportunity

• According to Morclean, one machine can provide “an economical and professional entry into the lucrative bin cleaning market.” 

• They claim that, with a well-run operation, earnings potential could go up to £165,000 per year. That’s a serious number for what could start as a small business with minimal staff — you need a tow-capable vehicle (for the trailer-mounted version), and you’re ready to offer mobile bin cleaning (and possibly extra services like driveway / patio cleaning).

• The machine’s versatility helps — many models allow not just bin washing but also use as a portable pressure washer for driveways, patios, decking. That gives extra value and income streams beyond bins.

Technical & Practical Highlights

• The standard trailer-mounted model carries a 350 litre water tank, enough for a full day's work. The water is “baffled” to prevent sloshing and to lower the centre of gravity — making towing safer. 

• Morclean’s filtration system is sophisticated: for some models, a 6-stage water treatment setup is standard — including debris catchment tray, fine mesh screens, and filters that inhibit bacterial growth. This helps with smell, hygiene and ensures water can be reused reliably all day. 

• Cleaning is fast: typically 10–30 seconds per domestic bin. That means you could clean a large number of bins in a short time — essential if you’re running a service for multiple households or businesses. 

• For static or commercial settings (like apartment blocks, retail centres, hospitals), there are fixed machines: no towing required, bins can be cleaned onsite, making the process much more controlled and efficient.

Is It Right For You — What to Consider

• Upfront cost & commitment: It’s not a cheap DIY hose — a Morclean washer is a serious investment and is really best for someone who expects to clean many bins, or wants to run a bin-cleaning business.

• Bin type and local guidelines: Morclean’s system is designed for European-style wheelie bins. Their site notes that their machines are not suitable for North American bins and carts. 

• Water management & compliance: Because the machine reuses water and filters it, it helps comply with environmental regulations. That said, if you’re doing this in a residential area or for paying customers, you may still need to check local regulations or disposal rules for waste water / detergents.

• Business viability: If you plan to run this as a business — you’ll need a vehicle to tow the trailer-mounted option; for higher throughput you might consider one of the larger or static models. Also consider potential additional services (driveway, patio washing) to maximize revenue.

Conclusion — A Bin Washer That’s More Than Just a Convenience

The Morclean wheelie-bin washers turn a normally messy, smelly chore into a swift, even slick, automated process. For homeowners with multiple bins, landlords, housing managers — or especially entrepreneurs looking to launch a cleaning service — they offer hygiene, efficiency and potential profit.

If run as a business, the numbers supplied by Morclean suggest serious earning potential.

Get in touch with us for a quite on one of these amazing wheelie bin washers - info@morclean.com or 01246 471147.