Design ashtray Sócrates Cenicero 70® acid-etched
Design : Escofet_Lab - Dimensions : 60 x 60 x 75 cm - Content : 30 L - Weight : 495kg. - Material : cast concrete with natural stone granulates, inner container in stainless steel AISI 316-L - Finish : acid-etched and waterproofed - Colour : Standard Escofet colour chart - Installation : anchorage on the pavement
Betonnen asbak met gezuurde, waterafstotend behandelde afwerking en roestvast stalen container. Met een hoogte van circa 70 cm is dit element ontworpen voor gebruik door staande bezoekers: hoogte- en armcomfort voor iemand die even stopt tijdens het lopen. Geschikt voor hoofdingangen, voorpleinen van knooppunten en drukke looproutes waar een zichtbaar rookpunt de sigarettenpeukenstroom stuurt.
| Brand: Escofet 1886 |
| Material type 1: Cast concrete |
| Material type 2: Stainless steel |
| Finish: Acid-Etched |
The smoking point on the pedestrian route
The Sócrates Cenicero 70® is designed for standing use on busy pedestrian routes. At approximately 70 cm height the ashtray point is at elbow height for a standing adult — the ergonomically correct height for a smoking point along a pedestrian axis. This makes the element suited for main building entrances, transport hub forecourts, and designated smoking zones along urban promenades. The visibility of the element at 70 cm also makes it recognisable as a wayfinding marker: visitors see from a distance where the smoking point is and are directed to the right place.
Concrete and stainless steel as a material pair
The body of the Sócrates Cenicero® is cast concrete with natural stone aggregates, acid-etched and waterproofed. The acid treatment exposes the granular structure of the aggregates and gives the element a texture that connects with the surroundings of public space: paving, stone, greenery. The internal container is AISI 316-L stainless steel — the grade also used in marine environments for its high resistance to corrosion from moisture, salt, and organic residues. This makes the container resistant to cigarette residue and outdoor weather conditions without periodic retreatment.
Material consistency in the dwell zone
The Sócrates Cenicero® uses the same concrete mix, the same finishing processes, and the same colour palette as the Sócrates seating elements and the rest of the Escofet concrete collection. A smoking zone designed with Sócrates benches and Sócrates Ceniceros reads as a coherent material statement — not a patchwork of different suppliers, but a considered choice for unity of material and form in outdoor public space. The stainless steel container is easily accessible for the cleaning service and can be emptied quickly without dismantling the concrete body.
The complete smoking point as part of the project
A smoking zone requires more than one element. The Sócrates Cenicero® works best when the surroundings follow the same concrete logic: Sócrates benches at the right height (Cenicero 40® beside benches, Cenicero 70® on pedestrian routes), bollards and planters in matching finish and colour. Servibo supplies through the Escofet and Urbidermis collections a complete palette of complementary elements for the design of outdoor public space including smoking infrastructure and coordinates delivery through a single point of contact for Belgium and Luxembourg. Specification texts for the Sócrates Cenicero® are available on request.
Frequently asked questions
How is the stainless steel container of the Sócrates Cenicero® emptied?
The container is accessible from the top of the element. The cleaning service can remove and empty the container without dismantling the concrete body. For specific information on the cleaning procedure and container volume: contact Servibo.
Can the Sócrates Cenicero® be used outdoors in rain and frost?
Yes. The body is cast concrete with a waterproofing treatment, suitable for long-term outdoor use in all weather conditions. The stainless steel container in AISI 316-L is corrosion-resistant and withstands moisture, salt, and organic residues. Periodic cleaning of the container is recommended.
Can the Sócrates Cenicero® be combined with the Sócrates benches in the same environment?
Yes. The Sócrates Cenicero® uses the same concrete mix and colour palette as the Sócrates Banca 240®, 360®, and the Sócrates Cubo®. A zone featuring both benches and ashtrays in the same concrete finish reads as a coherent material statement — deliberately designed for a specific public space.
Specification text on request
For projects in public tender we provide specification texts that align with the standard technical descriptions for street furniture. Contact us at info@servibo.be. Technical sheets and material samples for assessing finish quality are also available.
2 anchorage bolts M16 x 140
Durable Anchoring
The Sócrates Cenicero 70 is securely anchored using built-in fastening points, ensuring stability even in busy areas.
Placement Preparation
The installation requires a level surface and the drilling of 40 mm diameter holes. Anchoring is achieved with resin or mortar to ensure maximum stability.
Safe Positioning
Using polyester lifting straps, the ashtray is carefully positioned and aligned. This ensures precise and secure installation in any urban setting.
Betonnen asbak met gezuurde, waterafstotend behandelde afwerking en roestvast stalen container. Met een hoogte van circa 70 cm is dit element ontworpen voor gebruik door staande bezoekers: hoogte- en armcomfort voor iemand die even stopt tijdens het lopen. Geschikt voor hoofdingangen, voorpleinen van knooppunten en drukke looproutes waar een zichtbaar rookpunt de sigarettenpeukenstroom stuurt.
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Request specification text for this modelSustainability and lifespan
Escofet 1886 SA uses high-quality raw materials. Polished or acid-washed concrete with natural stone aggregates ages gracefully without coatings. Five-year warranty on all concrete elements. AISI 316 stainless steel for Cenicero inserts.
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The Cenicero is designed as a complement to the Sócrates collection. The ashtray module shares the concrete form of the Cubo and Banca, fitting seamlessly into a Sócrates composition on a square, campus or at the entrance of a public building.
The removable inner insert in AISI 316 stainless steel is lifted out from the top of the concrete module. No tools required.
Polished or acid-washed concrete ages gracefully and requires no periodic maintenance.