Connaught Waste Recycling Ltd.

Plastics Recycling

Plastic comes from two natural resources: petroleum and natural gas.

Plastic soft drink bottles (coded 1) can be recycled into:

Carpet, paintbrushes, skis,

Rope, scouring pads, surfboards,

Quilted jackets, detergent bottles, pillows and

Polyester filling for sleeping bags.

Plastic water bottles (coded 2) can be recycled into:

Plastic bins, flowerpots, car parts,

Plastic pipe, crates, toys and

Medical & Electronic packaging (coded 3) can be recycled into:

Tubs for electronic components.

Polystyrene (coded 6) used in CD cases and electronic component reels can be recycled into:

Office supplies (pens, rulers, trays), waste cans,

CD cases, park benches, fencing,

Picnic table and playground equipment.

Other types of plastic containers are not being recycled at this time because it is difficult to find markets for reuse and resale. Separation costs are also a problem.

Understanding the Recycling Numbers on Plastic Containers

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What should you confidentially destroy:

Financial Records
Inventory List
Payroll Records
Medical Records
Personnel Files
New Product Proposals
Legal Documents
Invoices
Account Records and Ledgers
Price Lists
Customer Lists
Confidential Correspondence