Handling your recyclables responsibly is imperative to having a more sustainable maintenance facility and there are a few ways to make sure everything is done successfully and properly and Computer Maintenance Management Software (CMMS) can help.
Paper
If you run a maintenance facility then you most likely have a lot of paperwork. One way to keep your paperwork to a minimum so you won't have to recycle in the first place is by using a CMMS, which is a Computerized Maintenance Management System. If you do have paper to recycle, then if you have a huge bulk of it you may be able to make a few dollars.
Scrap Metal
Scrap metal usually has a cash value so be sure to check into a facility that pays for scrap metal by weight.
Bottles and Cans
While these items typically don't have a high cash value when it comes to recycling, you can definitely contribute more to being sustainable and being more green by making sure there is a specific bin that these go into in order to be recycled properly.
Construction Waste
A special materials recovery facility is your best bet in properly recycling construction waste. Not only does this type of trash look unsightly at your property, it also poses a safety hazard. If you have a construction company do the work at your facility then they are responsible for the trash but if your facility makes the mess, you are responsible for making sure it goes to the right place.
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There are many other items (batteries, fluorescent lights, printer/ink cartridges, plastic, and electronic materials) that you can recycle and while not all of them have a cash payout, you can still make sure your company is following proper guidelines for your junk material. Going green or being more sustainable isn't always easy but once you start, you'll find it easier to do and you may even be able to make some money.
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