A Can crush device is shown schematically in figure 4.

It has a container which holds

can to be crushed, a press which is press against holder and crushes the CAN. The
press is operated by hand. The can hold multiple CANS and once one CAN is crushed
other CAN fits into holder. Typical container is designed to hold upto 40 CANS. A Similar
device Can crushing was patent in US5218902 A by Wayne J. Triola published in
June/15/1993.
Materials:
We will be using different materials for different components. The container base is
made of aluminum as it is light weight and good strength. The press, holder and handle
is made of steel. The door of container is made of plastic as it does not carry much load
and should be light weight and low cost.
Advantages

Ease of use, light weight and portable

Suitable for can/bottle of size less than 12 in
Hand operated, no complicated circuit or hydraulic press
Can hold multiple Can`s
Low cost

Disadvantages

Not automated
Not suitable for thicker can
CAN may slip if not secured properly
Not for large (more than 100 CAN) cursing