Nazli (standing right, next to the box) and councillors with the CBox V1 at MPKj headquarters.
Kajang Municipal Council (MPKj) has launched two new products aimed at addressing illegal waste disposal and mosquito breeding – the CBox V1 and Biological Mosquito Breeding Trap (Bimobet V2).
The CBox V1 – a heavy duty metal bin equipped with six specially designed wheels capable of absorbing impact of up to 1,500kg – will be placed in residential areas with a high-risk of illegal dumping.
MPKj president Nazli Taib said the CBox V1 was developed specifically to handle waste disposal issues at older commercial areas, where residential units were located above shoplots.
“In some of these older commercial areas (built in the 1980s), the waste generated by residents and businesses is out of control.
“As a result, the council took the initiative to create the CBox to resolve rubbish disposal issues in these older buildings.”
He added that MPKj was also working closely with KDEB Waste Management to ensure timely collection schedules, as delays could lead to rubbish overflow.
“A trial is currently being run in collaboration with KDEB to manage and monitor the system’s effectiveness,” he said after MPKj’s fullboard meeting.
For its pilot phase, MPKj deployed CBox units at 10 locations including Jalan Reko and Taman Bukit Cheras.
Each CBox has a maximum waste capacity of two tonnes.
However, collection is to be carried out before the bins reach full capacity.
“Weighing 175kg, the unit is suitable for small commercial areas that lack dedicated waste collection points or are difficult for rubbish lorries to access.
“This solution is intended for areas without a centralised waste collection point and may also be extended to rural areas in the future,” Nazli added.
The second innovation, Bimobet V2, targets dengue-prone localities that face recurring outbreaks.
Nazli said the Bimobet V2 acts as a mosquito breeding trap, offering a method that complements existing dengue control strategies such as fogging.
“Two programmes were held to support this initiative, starting in 2024,” he said.
“The first series took place in May at Taman Kantan Permai Community Hall, involving the distribution of 779 Bimobet units to residents’ associations.
“The second series was held in November at Dewan Seri Cempaka, where 1,310 Bimobet units were distributed.
“These programmes included participation from higher education institutions and several houses of worship.”
MPKj also handed over 100 Bimobet units to each Kajang councillor to distribute in dengue-prone areas within their respective zones.
