Kerbside Boxes
Ranging in size, kerbside boxes are often used for
collecting various types of recyclate from households. Typical
systems include 2 boxes, often one for paper and one for dry mixed
recyclables. The recyclate is collected in kerbside collection
vehicles and can be either sorted at the kerbside by the collectors,
or taken to a Materials Recycling Facility (MRF) for sorting.
Wheeled Bins
From 140 litres through to 1280 litres, wheeled bins are the
most common container used for kerbside recycling in the UK and
abroad. Many different types of recycling schemes are used to suit
different circumstances. An example is a three bin system comprising
of 1 for garden waste, 1 for paper and 1 for mixed recyclates. The
residual wheeled bin collection is often reduced to an alternative
weekly collection, as the need for a weekly general waste collection
is reduced by the new recycling services.
Sacks/Bags
Sacks are often used in places that have no storage
facilities for wheeled bins. They are often used for paper
collections, and sacks or survival bags are often found in
tenement and flatted properties.
Skips
Skip containers are used for larger producers of waste, and
are commonly seen in Household Waste and Recycling Centres. Skips
can vary in size, depending on the volume and type of waste
produced. Private companies and Local Authorities often provide a
skip hire service which utilises these types of containers.
We have created an
Online Environmental Directory to detail manufacturers of
these types of containers and other related waste and recycling
equipment. |