In my years in the scrap metal and recycling industries, I noticed a significant uptick in improperly disposing of white goods. As with any type of e-waste, the best way to dispose of these is to deliver them to an e-waste recycling service. I have put together a guide about white goods disposal as well…
Most light bulbs can be disposed of in the general waste bin. Depending on the type of bulb, many local councils also offer special facilities to recycle light bulbs, but not all bulbs are recyclable. With nearly 30 years’ experience in the recycling industry, I have created this comprehensive guide on how to responsibly discard…
It may be surprising to learn that Australia is one of the world’s leaders in using new technology. Every year, Aussies buy around five million new computers which will inevitably be replaced with newer technology in the near future and become e-waste. You’re probably wondering “how do I recycle my old computer”? To answer this,…
You’ve probably bought a stainless steel bottle over the years to provide a durable, reusable, and healthier option for hydrating on the go. But now you have a collection of water bottles that have passed their prime. What do you do with your old ones? Can stainless steel bottles be recycled? Stainless steel bottles can…
Everyone knows that technology can change in the blink of an eye. Because of this, many Australians have an old box TV or plasma that’s been collecting dust for years. And since these older models are so outdated and cumbersome, you can’t drop these off at The Salvos. Not to worry! Recycling your old television…
It is nearly impossible to find a home or workplace in Western Australia that does not depend on lithium batteries in some form. They’re in everything from mobile devices, power tools, to electric vehicles. As such, it’s not surprising that people are asking what are the dangers of lithium batteries. However, are lithium-ion batteries dangerous?…
Lithium batteries are used nearly everywhere these days. Whether you are on the job or at home, you likely have several lithium batteries there with you. Being able to recharge these types of batteries quickly is a massive benefit of the lithium type. However, before you begin to recharge all the batteries you can find,…
Lithium and lithium-ion batteries power hundreds of products we come in contact with every day. The small and lightweight power sources make our devices, toys, and tools much easier to transport. However, as good as they are, you will need to recycle lithium batteries at some point. This guide will help you safely recycle these…
In past centuries, metal recycling had strong ties to resource availability and economic rewards. While these are still significant factors, the importance of scrap metal recycling is more focused on the environmental impact of metal (and all other) recycling.
Recycling is a trend that continues to grow, which is excellent news for the environment. This is also good if you want to get rid of metals taking up space in your factory. However, not everyone knows how to recycle larger machines or metal scraps. In some cases, you may have specialised equipment cluttering your…
When people think of recycling metal, they often imagine it on a small scale, like a few children gathering aluminium cans for pocket money. However, there is a significant market for recycling commercial scrap metal for businesses.
Upgrading electronics is so commonplace that we hardly give it a thought. The next generation of smartphones, gaming consoles, and computers rapidly come to us. And we switch to new updated models almost instantly, hardly giving a thought to what happens to the older pieces.