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Commercial Single Stream Recycling
Commercial generators have a wide variety of material that differ greatly from one organization to the next. Single Stream recycling does not suit all materials and is geared primarily for recycling at home, however, if these specific guidelines are followed, Single Stream can be successfully incorporated into a commercial program.
accepted ITEMS
Loose In Single Stream Containers
Paper & Cardboard
• Clean of all Food Waste • Empty of all Liquids
• Clean of all Food Waste • Staples, Labels, Paperclips are OK
- Any cleaning agents or chemicals containers must be Triple Rinsed -
Plastic Bottles, Tubs, Jugs - 5 Gallons or Smaller -
Steel, Tin Cans
- 1 Gallon or Smaller -
Glass Bottles, Jars
Office Paper, Newspaper, Junkmail, Envelopes
- NO Pyrex (Baking) Glass -
Magazines, Inserts, Brochures, Catalogs, Phone Books, PaperBack Books
- NO Tyvek Envelopes - NO Polylaminated or Wax Paper - Remove Plastic Sleeves -
- NO Spiral, Metal or Plastic Binding - Remove Plastic Liners -
Aluminum Cans, Trays, Pans, Balled Foil - No Foil Wrappers or Bags -
Flattened Corrugated Cardboard & Brown Paper Bags
Milk, Juice Cartons
- Remove Packaging Materials- NO Styrofoam -
Paperboard Boxes, Paper Egg Cartons
Bagged in clear plastic bag •Use "Tough” Clear Bags •Follow Suggested Weight Limits •Tightly Knot or Zip Tie
Plastic Film:
Shredded Paper
Bags, Packaging, Wrap, Stretch Film or Cushioning
- 80 Lb. Strength Bags are Suggested - Contact Hauler or Millennium for Help -
- Clean and Dry in Clear Bag - Tightly Closed -
- NO Labels, Tape or Glue - Clean and Dry in Clear Bag - Tightly Closed -
SEE BACK FOR DETAILED INFORMATION ON Plastic Bag & Film Recycling
General Guidelines:
• Items not listed must be pre-approved before adding to the Single Stream. • Large Quantities of Small Items less than 3” should be Separated (These cannot be captured in Single Stream process).
Not accepted Organic Materials
Food, Yard, Plant or Animal Waste
Clothing or Fabric
(Ask your hauler OR MILLENNIUM for Other Options) Some items below may be accepted separately, outside of the Commercial Single Stream
Disposable‘To-Go’Food & Beverage Containers
Office Organization
Polystyrene, Styrofoam, Party Trays, "Clam Shells”
Wire Spiral, Metal or Plastic Binding, Large Metal Clips, 3 Ring Binders, Hanging File Folders
Plastic or Steel Strapping,Banding or Binding
Industry Specific or Unique Items
Scrap Wood or Scrap Metal
New or Used Medical Supplies or Waste
Toys or Furniture Rebar, Car Parts, Bikes, Knives, Silverware, Pots & Pans
Paper Rolls or Cores, Hangers, PVC Pipe, Displays, Signs, Siding, 55 Gallon Barrels, Garden hoses, Tires
Sharps, Tubing, Kits, Devices, Biohazards
Porcelain,Windows, Mirrors,Ceramics, Rocks or Stones
Layered Bags
Foil Bags or Wrappers
Specialty Paper
Batteries, Oil, Paint, Antifreeze Contact the City of Sioux Falls HHW to Dispose (605.367.8695)
Napkins,Toilet Paper or Paper Towels
Photographs,Microfiche,X-rays
Electronics,Cords,Toner, Bulbs,VHS Tapes,CDs & Cases
Biohazards Paper Bags with Plastic ot Wax Lining
Diapers, Needles, Syringes, Pharmaceutical & Medical Waste
Hazardous Waste Potato Chip Bags or Candy Wrappers
Wax Paper, Poly-Laminated Paper, Stickers, Label Sheets, Paper Ream Wrappers, Tyvek Envelopes
Contact Bargain Bytes to Recycle (605.275.0400)
For Businesses with unique material streams, special audits and training services are available: Medical, Dental, Veterinary/Animal/Feed, Labs/Chemical Processing, Packaging/Manufacturing Plants, Print Shops, Third Party Contracted Recycling Services
www.MillenniumRecycling.com • 605.336.1744
PLASTIC Bag & Wrap Recycling
•Use "Tough” Clear Bags •Follow Suggested Weight Limits •Tightly Knot or Zip Tie
G A B IN
- 80 Lb. Strength Bags are Suggested - Contact Hauler or Millennium for Help -
Retail & Grocery Bags
Plastic Air Pillows and Cushioning
Shrink Wrap
Bread Bags
CLEAN & DRY
Produce Bags
Newspaper Sleeves
Case Wrap
(i.e. Water/Soda Case Wrap)
Pallet Wrap, Stretch Wrap or Stretch Film
Drycleaning Bags
Salad Bags Frozen Food Bags Pet Food Bags
Paper
REMOVE LABELS, TAPE & ADHESIVES Tape Candy Wrappers
Rigid Plastics
Painted or Glued Material
Plastic Food Containers, Plastic Bottles, Plastic Hangers
CEP
Styrofoam or Packing Peanuts
TED
Silica Packets
Degradable Bags
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Follow this guide to include plastic bags and wrap in the Commercial Single Stream.
T O N
Some items listed as Not Accepted on this guide may be accepted separately, outside of the Commercial Single Stream. Large quantities of similar materials may also be preferred separately.
Contact your hauler or Millennium with any questions. See front for details on all accepted items in the Commercial Single Stream.
www.MillenniumRecycling.com • 605.336.1744