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Commercial Recycling Services in South Central PA

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Commercial Recycling Processes

Penn Waste provides customized recycling solutions for businesses in the retail, industrial, and construction sectors throughout South Central PA. Our key services include:

Single Stream Recycling Solutions
No sorting required — place all recyclables in a single container for easy processing.
Closed Loop Recycling
Collaborate with businesses to create new products from recycled materials.
Maximizing Waste Stream Diversion
Our team helps you cost-effectively manage waste while maximizing landfill diversion.

Commercial Recycling

Comprehensive Recycling for Businesses

Each commercial recycling program is customized to meet your business's unique needs. We offer FREE waste assessments to evaluate your current waste and recycling practices.

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This service helps improve efficiency, engage employees in responsible recycling, and boost your bottom line.

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Current Penn Waste customers can schedule a free waste assessment by contacting

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Judy Cutright, Account Manager
Office: (717) 676-7506
Email: [email protected]

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Sherville "Shelly" Joasil, Account Manager
Office: (717) 434-7160
Email: [email protected]

Commercial Recycling Service Options

Penn Waste offers recycling services for businesses across South Central PA, including:

Front Load Dumpsters: Clean receptacles available in various sizes
Compaction Equipment: Space-saving waste compactors
Open Top Roll Off Containers

Contact our Commercial Services team or call a Recycling Coordinator listed below to discuss recycling solutions tailored to your business.

Need Help?

In addition to Pennsylvania state regulations, many municipalities or counties have specific recycling requirements or laws that commercial businesses must follow.

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Our Commercial Recycling Team is here to guide you through the recycling process and answer important questions, such as:

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Do I need to file an official recycling plan with the local municipality or county?
Am I required to publicly post my recycling plan and distribute copies to employees?
Do I need to separate recyclables from trash at the point of generation?

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Contact a member of the Penn Waste Commercial Services team or a Penn Waste Customer Care Manager from the list below to discuss recycling solutions tailored to your business or organization.

Our Disposal Guide

What Items Are Accepted for Recycling?

Acceptable waste will vary by location, but we have a general guide below.

Recyclables and How to Prepare Them

Below is an overview of the materials that can be recycled.

You may also download a printable version of our single stream recycling guidelines (PDF).

Cardboard

Corrugated Cardboard and Shipping Boxes Only.

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How to Prepare Cardboard:

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Remove all packaging inside the box (such as packing peanuts, bubble wrap, etc.).
Flatten ALL boxes.
Check the weather. Keep recycling inside during high winds or rain; wet cardboard is harder to process.

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Paper

Newspapers Only

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How to Prepare Paper:

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Cover with heavier items in the bin to prevent them from blowing away.
Check the weather. Keep paper inside during wet weather to avoid processing issues.

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Plastic Bottles

Plastic Water, Juice & Soda Bottles.
Plastic Containers & Bottles #1, #2 & #5:

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This may include items such as shampoo bottles, liquid detergent containers, condiment bottles, etc. Please check the container to find the designated number.

The neck of the bottle should be smaller than the base.

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How to Prepare Plastics:

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Remove caps or lids.
Rinse thoroughly to remove any residue.
Labels and neck rings do not need to be removed from containers.

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Metal & Aluminum

Aluminum Cans, Steel Cans, and Food Containers

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Aluminum Cans
Steel Cans and Food Containers

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How to Prepare Metals & Aluminum:

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Rinse thoroughly to remove any residue.
Remove any plastic caps or tops unless they are part of the can.
Labels do not need to be removed from cans.

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Glass

Food & Beverage Glass Only

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Clear, brown, blue, and green glass food and beverage containers.

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How to Prepare Glass:

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Rinse thoroughly to remove any residue.
Remove any plastic caps or tops.
Note: Labels do not need to be removed from bottles or containers.

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Cartons

Cartons are defined as a type of packaging for food and beverage products available at the store. There are two types of cartons:

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Shelf-stable cartons — include juice, milk, soy milk, soup and broth, and wine cartons. These do not need refrigeration.
Refrigerated cartons — include milk, juice, cream, and egg substitute cartons. These items must be kept cold.

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How to Prepare Cartons:

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