Waste storage device

A waste disposal device, comprising:

• a cartridge having a bottom rim, said cartridge defining a central opening through which a length of flexible film for receiving waste inside said waste disposal device can pass;
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• a container, comprising:
• a body having bottom wall and a side wall connected to said bottom wall, the bottom wall and side wall at least partially defining an inner volume, said container having an upper portion and a lower portion defining said inner volume, said inner volume defining a storage compartment, said body having a front portion and a rear portion;
• an access door pivotally connected to said side wall, said access door having a secure mechanism for engaging and disengaging with said side wall for easy access and emptying of said storage compartment;
• a lid coupled to said body at said rear portion, said lid operatively connected to said body about a lid hinge to permit rotation of said lid with respect to said body, said lid having a diameter substantially the same size as said upper portion of said body to provide sealing engagement when said lid is in a closed configuration;
• a retention ledge positioned above said cassette;
• a flange positioned in said upper portion on which said bottom rim rests, said flange defining a central hole, said flange having a flange wall extending substantially vertically from said flange, wherein said flange wall provides support for said cartridge to prevent it from moving in a horizontal direction;
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• a mechanical sealing mechanism that forms a seal along said flexible film;
• a cutting means located below said cartridge, said cutting means facilitating the cutting of said flexible film such that stored waste within said storage chamber can be disposed of;
• wherein said lid hinge comprises a lid tongue and a lid slot, said lid slot forming a u-shaped channel holding said lid tongue such that said lid rotates about said lid hinge,
• wherein said lid in an open position exposes said central opening for depositing waste.