The Rubbermaid Commercial open-top trash can is a round, steel garbage can with a powder-coated finish and a raised bottom to help prevent heat transfer. Steel is more rigid than aluminum and is resistant to fire and wear. The powder-coated finish of this trash can resists scratches, chipping, fading, and other wear. This trash can has locked seams, a rolled wire rim, and embossed panels for added strength and rigidity. It has a raised bottom that helps prevent the transfer of heat in case of fire. This product meets Section 31 of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Life Safety Code 101 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 2010 Standards for Accessible Design.Trash cans are used for the disposal and temporary storage of garbage. They are typically made of plastic or metal and sometimes have a top or lid to contain odors and waste. Certain garbage cans meet Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements for the disposal of medical waste or National Sanitation Foundation/American National Standards Institute (NSF/ANSI) requirements for food handling and processing. Others include a lock to prevent unauthorized access, safeguard confidential materials, and comply with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements. Waste bins can also be color-coded to facilitate the separation of recyclable waste, such as bottles, cans, paper, and general refuse. Ash/trash cans typically include an ash tray on top for cigarette disposal. Trash cans are used in virtually all commercial and industrial environments.Rubbermaid manufactures cleaning, organizing, and material handling products for commercial, medical, and industrial applications. The company, founded in 1933, is headquartered in Huntersville, NC.