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# Clever Trash Cans
The Quirky 'Stashcan' Keeps Extra Garbage Bags Handy

By Katie Cordrey | Published 2009-11-03 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quirky-stashcan
References: [quirky](http://www.quirky.com/products/13-StashCan)

The Quirky StashCan is a [trash can](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trash-receptacles) with the added ability to store trash bags. The StashCan design by Eduardo Elescano looks good while it simplifies [trash rituals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trash-time-out) with a foot pedal that operates the lid for disposal. Trash removal and liner replacement are quick thanks to the [trash bag storage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-strong-trash-bags) at the top rear of the StashCan.

The Quirky product development website has the Quirky StashCan available for pre-production purchase commitment. Businesses or individuals that would like to carry the StashCan can commit to buy once the unit is produced. When enough pre-production orders are received, the StashCan will be manufactured and made available for sale to the public.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.1/10
- Popularity: 55% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Smart Trash Cans:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop smart trash cans with built-in sensors and automated waste disposal.
- **Sustainable Waste Management:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create waste management systems that encourage recycling and composting to reduce environmental impact.
- **Efficient Trash Removal:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative solutions that streamline trash removal processes and improve efficiency for businesses and individuals.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Home Appliances:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and manufacture innovative trash cans with additional features, such as built-in odor control or touchless operation.
- **Smart Home Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate trash cans into smart home ecosystems to facilitate automated waste management and optimize resource usage.
- **Waste Management Services:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Provide innovative waste management services that utilize advanced technology and data analytics to optimize waste collection and disposal processes.

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