Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: Plastic Bulk Container Recycling Made Easy

The Importance of Plastic Bulk Container Recycling

As the world becomes increasingly conscious of environmental sustainability, recycling plastic bulk containers plays a vital role in reducing waste and conserving resources. Here are some key reasons why plastic bulk container recycling is important:



• Environmental Impact: By recycling plastic bulk containers, we can significantly reduce the amount of plastic waste that ends up in landfills or oceans. This helps minimize pollution and preserves natural resources.

• Energy Conservation: Manufacturing new plastic containers requires a substantial amount of energy. Recycling and reusing containers can conserve energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with production.

• Cost Savings: Recycling plastic bulk containers can have economic benefits for businesses. Instead of purchasing new containers, recycling programs allow companies to save money by reusing existing ones.

The Bulk Container Recycling Process

Recycling plastic bulk containers is a straightforward process. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you get started:

• Refurbish or recycle: When you have your unwarted or damaged bins ready to ship, we can coordinate everything so our team is ready to receive and inspect your containers. You will be provided with a per lb. scrap price for the HDPE material and given a preliminary credit memo with an estimated value for your broken bins.

• Inspect: Once we receive your bins our RPP recycling team will begin to inspect and weigh the damaged and broken bulk containers. Our team will make deductions for dunnage, metal, and water and can also set aside bins that might be eligible for repair rather than just recycling. In some instances, our team will be able to salvage certain components from different containers and combine them to rebuild some of your units. RPP Containers will ensure that any refurbished bins we build from salvaged parts are 100% fully functional and structurally sound. Anything that would pose a possible usability or safety concern will be placed in the recycling material pile.

• Weighing and Inspection Report: After inspecting and weighing your material, you will receive a report for you to review the receiving report, which will break down the lbs. of plastic and the number of salvageable units. After review, our team will grind up the broken bulk containers into small pellets to reuse the material in future container molding. RPP Containers can grind millions of pounds of HDPE per year, which equates to tens of thousands of collapsible bulk containers. We are equipped to recycle your fleet, regardless of size, responsibly.

• Payment: Most of our customers decide to apply the credit generated from recycling their bins to purchase new DuraGreen collapsible plastic bulk containers or to purchase some of our refurbished RefurBest containers. If your plans change and you do not require replacement units, RPP Containers can also pay out the value of the credits via bank transfer. 
  

The Life Cycle of a Bulk Container Could Be Never Ending

Plastic bulk container recycling is crucial in reducing waste, conserving resources, and promoting environmental sustainability. You can easily participate in this environmentally responsible practice by following the steps and tips outlined in this blog post.

Remember, the journey doesn't end with recycling. It begins with conscious consumption, proper recycling practices, and promoting a circular economy. Let's work together to reduce waste and protect our planet for future generations.

Do You Have Questions?

If you have any questions about our cleaning and repair process, or if you are interested in how you can have your broken containers repaired, you can reach out to RPP Containers via our chat feature on our website or contact a sales representative by calling (513) 489-2244, or send us a message through our website. We look forward to working with you on your path to sustainability with bulk container recycling.