# Contact-Free Garbage Openers The 'Lid-L-Buddy' Eliminates Contact with Garbage Cans By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-04-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lidlbuddy References: [thegreenhead](https://www.thegreenhead.com/2020/04/lid-l-buddy-touch-free-trash-lid-opener-for-garbage-cans-dumpsters.php) & [lid-l-buddy](https://lid-l-buddy.com/) The 'Lid-L-Buddy' garbage can opener is a simple, hygienic product for those who want to limit their interaction with receptacles and prevent the spread of germs. The device works by boasting an [ergonomic handle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ryan-k) that can be attached onto the side of a garbage can to keep it within reach at all times and will allow users to easily [lift the lid](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/davi-can) without coming into direct contact with it. This will provide users with enhanced peace of mind and allow them to avoid unnecessary contact with pathogens that could cause illness. The 'Lid-L-Buddy' garbage can opener also works as a way to increase airflow in a trash receptacle to [prevent odors from lingering](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/catbula) and help to stop heat from being contained within. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Contact-free Devices:** The rise of contact-free devices presents opportunities for businesses looking to create more hygienic products and services. - **Hygiene-conscious Tools:** The development of hygiene-conscious tools like the Lid-L-Buddy garbage can opener offers innovative ways to minimize the spread of germs and bacteria. - **Airflow Enhancement:** There is an emerging market for products that enhance airflow and reduce odors, such as the Lid-L-Buddy trash can opener. ### Where This Applies - **Home Goods:** Companies within the home goods industry could benefit from incorporating contact-free and hygiene-conscious features into their products. - **Sanitation Services:** Sanitation service providers could introduce new technologies like airflow-enhancing waste bins to improve customer experiences. - **Retail:** Retailers could capitalize on the trend for contact-free devices by stocking and promoting products that minimize contact with germs and bacteria. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hygienic Handsfree Toilet Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toilet-lid-closer.md) - [Automated Anti-Odor Trash Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zita-square.md) - [Beverage Can Openers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/davi-can-opener.md) - [Chic Utilitarian Trash Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carden-the-twin.md) - [Button-Equipped Easy-Removal Lids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eeasy-lid.md) - [Efficient Can Openers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchen-mama.md) - [Customizable Garbage Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/totem-compact-unit.md) - [Sleek Top Can Openers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/davi-can.md) - [Functional Litter Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/litterlocker-1.md)