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Dry Mixed Recycling

WM101 help businesses simplify recycling processes, improve cost efficiency, and positively impact the environment through a wide range of dry mixed recycling bin solutions.
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Our Dry Mixed Recycling Bin Solutions

Dry mixed recycling (DMR) has enormous benefits on the environment, minimising the amount of waste sent to landfills and incinerators and thus reducing CO2 emissions. Almost all businesses produce materials that can be recycled, making DMR one of the most important disposal practices in our waste.

At WM101, our dry mixed recycling (DMR) bins are available in a variety of sizes to suit your waste output and space limitations. We also offer trusted guidance around relevant government legislation so you can understand your responsibilities and stay compliant.

Whether you need a one-off clearance or a regular schedule, we can arrange site-specific collections that maximise time and cost efficiency for your business. Once collected, your dry mixed recycling is taken to a reputable local facility where it is separated, processed, and made into something new.

What is Dry Mixed Recycling (DMR)?

As recycling becomes an increasing concern for businesses looking to implement more sustainable practices, dry mixed recycling (DMR) provides a simple and convenient way to recycle large amounts of waste without needing to separate different materials into multiple bins.

With a dry mixed recycling bin, any appropriate waste can be stored and collected in the same container – so long as they are recyclable, dry, and free from contaminants. These include:

  • Paper (magazines, newspapers, receipts & other documents)
  • Cardboard (boxes & food packaging)
  • Metal (food trays, cans & foil)
  • Plastic (containers, bottles & yoghurt pots)
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What Can You NOT Put in A Dry Mixed Recycling (DMR) Bin?

Other materials and substances can contaminate your dry mixed recycling waste, which may lead to it not being recycled at all. The following materials cannot be put in your mixed recycling bin:

  • Food & liquids
  • Glass & ceramics
  • Polystyrene, wood cutoffs & textiles
  • Sanitary waste (nappies, tissues & sanitary products)
  • Hazardous waste (batteries, bleach bottles & paint tins)
  • Unrecyclable plastics (coffee cups, cling film & plastic bags)

General Waste Bin Services from WM101

Introducing an effective dry mixed recycling disposal system to the workplace offers numerous benefits for your business. Not only is it time efficient, enabling all appropriate waste to be thrown into one container, but it is also cheaper to recycle waste than send it to landfills. Most of all, recycling is crucial for reducing energy consumption and protecting our planet.

Whether you need a few small dry mixed recycling bins for the office or large, four-wheel one-off containers for your restaurant, shop, or hotel – our waste management specialists can help you find and implement a solution that meets your needs and budget.

Click through to browse our available bins or contact our team for more guidance. We also offer a full suite of balers and compactors to help you optimise waste management on your site.

Frequently Asked Questions

Recyclable materials such as cardboard, paper, metal tins and cans, and plastic can go in your dry mixed recycling bin. These items must be dry and free from contaminants such as food, liquids, and hazardous substances.

No, dry mixed recycling does not include glass. However, glass waste can still be recycled if stored in dedicated containers.

Under the Environmental Protection Act 1990, businesses have a legal obligation to manage their waste responsibly – from its generation to its final disposal – to prevent harm to human health and the environment.

Your business may also be subject to other regulations, depending on your type of waste. Please get in touch for more guidance.

Get low-cost waste collections for your business

Speak to our team at WM101 today to arrange a free quote and site survey. We’ll assess your needs and help you reduce cost, risk and hassle.

Get low-cost waste collections for your business

Speak to our team at WM101 today to arrange a free quote and site survey. We’ll assess your needs and help you reduce cost, risk and hassle.
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