2008 Environmental Service Providers Guidebook: WasteCap Nebraska

Environmental

Service Providers Guidebook

2008

Disclaimer

WasteCap in no way claims the following environmental service provider lists are exhaustive and any omission is not intentional.� If your business wishes to be included in future editions of this text please contact our staff, as this guidebook is a constant work in progress.� A business inclusion in this publication does not constitute an endorsement of that business.�

Thank you for your understanding.

WasteCap Nebraska Staff

285 S. 68th St. Place, Ste. 540

Lincoln, NE 68510

Phone (402) 436-2383 or 888-EWASTE9

Fax (402) 434-7375

www.wastecapne.org

Acknowledgements

WasteCap would like to thank the Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality and our generous sponsors for helping us design and distribute this guidebook.� Thank you to our advertisers, A-Tec Recycling and Sandhill Plastics.

Guidebook to Local Environmental Service Providers

How to use this Guidebook

Batteries

Cellular phones

Computers & Electronic Equipment

Drums

Expanded polystyrene

Fiber

Fluids - antifreeze, Oils, Solvents

Fluorescent Light Tubes

Metal Scrap

Pallets & Wood Waste

Plastics

Tires

Toner Cartridges

Miscellaneous Recycling Services

Environmentally Preferable Purchasing (EPP)

Assessment & Pollution Prevention Resources

HOW TO USE THIS GUIDEBOOK

Welcome to the 2008 edition of WasteCap Nebraska�s �Environmental Service Providers Guidebook�.� This guide is intended to assist local businesses in locating service providers to meet all of their waste reduction and recycling needs.

The guide is alphabetical and grouped by material type.� Each section includes a brief description of waste reduction and recycling, followed by a list of the known local or regional service providers for that material.� Also included in the guide are sections on miscellaneous recycling services, environmentally friendly purchasing, safety education providers, and a listing of agencies dedicated to helping improve your business� waste reduction and recycling program.�

Businesses denoted in bold are WasteCap members and/or provide service to WasteCap members through master agreements.

Enjoy the guidebook and please do not hesitate to provide us with feedback so that we may continue to improve future editions!

WasteCap Nebraska Staff

BATTERIES

Many types of batteries are considered to be �hazardous wastes� and should be disposed of properly. All batteries contain toxic substances, but certain battery types cause more concern when mixed in with regular trash. The primary concern is generally batteries that specifically contain mercury, cadmium, or lead.� Check with the EPA�s list of persistent, bioaccumulative, and toxic chemicals (PBTs) to identify the battery types that are targeted as priority substances for waste minimization.

For more information, consult these sites:

Recycle Your Rechargeable Batteries - RBRC

http://www.rbrc.org

The Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC) is a non-profit public service organization created to educate the public about the benefit of recycling batteries. This website not only gives you an overview of rechargeable battery recycling, but it can also help you locate recycling centers in your area.

Product Stewardship: Batteries - US EPA

http://www.epa.gov/epaoswer/non-hw/muncpl/battery.htm

Explains the various battery types, what research has been completed on battery recycling, existing laws monitoring battery waste, and where to go for more information.

Battery Recycling Fact Sheet - Inform, Inc.

http://www.informinc.org/fact_CWPbattery.php

A comprehensive site listing including topics like why batteries should be recycled, battery waste prevention strategies, battery chemistries, and the status of battery recycling in the U.S.

BATTERIES

Allen�s New & Used Batteries�� A-Tec Recycling

Lincoln, NE�� Des Moines, IA

(402) 467-2455�� (800) 551-4912

�� www.a-tec-recycling.com

Capital City Auto Recyclers

Lincoln, NE�� Circuit City

(402) 475-2982�� www.circuitcity.com

(877) 843-6655�� *accepts spent rechargeable batteries

www.capitalcityautorecyclers.com

�� HTR Group

Custer County Recycling�� Lake Ozark, MO

Broken Bow, NE�� (888) 537-4874

(308) 870-0313�� www.htr-group.com

Husker Battery Service�� i-recycle

Omaha, NE�� Omaha, NE

(402) 573-1054�� (402) 697-8401

*accepts solid lead�� www.i-manage.com/i-recycle.asp

�� *accepts UPS batteries only

Interstate All Battery

Lincoln, NE�� Lewis & Clark Wireless

(402) 474-1911�� Hartington, NE

Omaha, NE�� (402) 254-3316

(402) 341-7366�� (402) 357-2457

*charges may apply�� www.bowvalleyw.net

Mercury Waste Solutions, Inc.�� Midwest Lamp Recycling, Inc.

Roseville, MN�� Madison, WI

(651) 628-9370�� (800) 251-7646

www.mwsi.com�� www.budgetlampreclaimers.com

Retrofit Recycling�� Safety Kleen

Little Canada, MN�� Omaha, NE

(800) 274-1309�� (402) 333-6321

www.retrofitcompanies.com�� www.safety-kleen.org

T.O. Haas Tire�� Univar USA, Inc.

Lincoln, NE�� Omaha, NE

(402)474-1525�� (402) 733-3266

www.tohaastire.com�� www.chemcare.com

CELLULAR PHONES

Cellular phone usage has increased dramatically in the past few years and continues to grow daily. The average cell phone user uses a phone for about 18 months before replacing it. With millions of cell phone users, this leads to millions of cell phones being disposed of, at times into the landfill. Cell phones contain lead and mercury, along with other toxins, that will eventually leak out into the landfill. Broken cell phones can be recycled, and some parts salvaged, and working cell phones can be reused or donated to various charities. Please contact the individual service provider for more detailed information.

For more information, consult these sites:

Cellular Phones and the Environment

http://www.earth911.org/master.asp?s=lib&a=electronics/cell_index.asp

Lists useful details on cellular phone recycling and why it is useful to the environment. Also offers options for reusing or recycling old cellular phones, and resources for recycling.

Waste in the Wireless World: The Challenge of Cell Phones -

Inform, Inc.

http://informinc.org/wirelesswaste.php

Detailed report on cell phone usage, contents, disposal, the recycling process, and the benefits of cellular phone recycling.

CELLULAR PHONES

Cartridges for Kids�� Circuit City

Loveland, CO�� www.circuitcity.com��

(800) 420-0235�� *accepts obsolete cell phones��

www.cartridgesforkids.com

CURE Recycling�� Wipe Out Wireless Waste

Woodstock, GA�� c/0 Keep Nebraska Beautiful

(404) 680-1043�� Lincoln, NE

www.earthtonesolution.com�� (402) 486-4622

�� www.knb.org

Lincoln Children�s Zoo �� *provides postage-paid envelopes

Lincoln, NE to recycle cell phones, cell

(402) 475-6741 �� chargers, cell batteries, etc.

www.lincolnzoo.org

Planet Green �� Radio Shack��

Canoga Park, CA�� www.radioshack.com��

(800) 377-1093

www.planetgreen.com�� RIP Mobile

�� Tucker, GA

Retrofit Recycling��  (770) 856-9021

Little Canada, MN�� www.ripmobile.com

(800) 274-1309��

www.retrofitcompanies.com�� The Wireless Alliance

�� �� �� Boulder, CO

Univar USA, Inc.�� (866) 366-5791��

Omaha, NE�� www.thewirelessalliance.com

(402) 733-3266��

http://www.chemcare.com��

COMPUTERS & ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT

Computer and electronic waste is one of the fastest growing concerns in the recycling industry.�� Serious environmental concerns are imminent and the sheer volume of electronics reaching end-of-life further underlines the need for responsible action. The cathode ray tubes (CRTs) in most computer monitors and television screens have x-ray shields that contain 4 to 8 pounds of lead, mostly embedded in glass. The central processing unit (CPU) of a personal computer (PC) typically contains toxic heavy metals such as mercury, lead, and cadmium. Because of the lead content in the CRTs, they are considered a hazardous waste.� Furthermore, businesses in Lincoln and Lancaster County cannot dispose of any hazardous wastes in our local landfill.

For more information, consult these sites:

Preventing Computer Waste - Inform, Inc.

http://www.informinc.org/fact_CWPcomputer.php

Discusses the benefits of computer waste reduction, waste preventions strategies, values of leasing and take-back agreements, environmental factors to consider when purchasing a computer, case studies for Extended Product Responsibility (EPR), and government efforts to prevent computer waste in the United States.

Electronic Product Recovery and Recycling (EPR2) Project - National Safety Council�s Environmental Health Center

http://www.nsc.org/ehc/epr2.htm

The EPR2 Project helps identify and prioritize ways to overcome market, economic, regulatory, administrative, and institutional barriers to effective management of electronic equipment throughout its life cycle.

COMPUTERS & ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT

Electronics that are still usable should be donated for reuse and redistribution. Electronics that are not usable or are outdated should be sent to a legitimate refurbisher for proper testing, dismantling, and recycling of the components. Each service provider listed offers a different specialty and has differing fees for services. Please contact the service provider for more detailed information.

Computer Donation Agencies

Please contact organization before delivering materials

At 4 All�� Computers for Africa

Cozad, NE�� Omaha, NE

(308) 784-4525�� www.computers4kids.org/participate/inkind.htm

Omaha, NE�� *accepts Pentium 3 or better��

(402) 595-1923��

www.at4all.com�� Cox Connect Kids

�� Omaha, NE

Computer Renaissance�� (402) 934-0453

Lincoln, NE �� www.cox.com/omaha

(402) 465-4040�� *accepts Pentium 3 or better

http://www.compren.com��

*may be charge for monitor�� Lincoln Public Schools

�� Lincoln, NE

Lincoln Action Program��  (402) 458-3140

Lincoln, NE�� www.lps.org

(402) 471-4515�� * accepts Pentium 3 or better

http://www.lincoln-action.org��

*may be charge for monitor��

Superior Pawnee Computer Society

Superior, NE

(402) 879-1046

www.spcsne.org

*may be charge for monitor

COMPUTERS & ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT

At 4 All�� A-Tec Recycling, Inc.

Cozad, NE�� Des Moines, IA

(308) 784-4525�� (800) 551-4912

Omaha, NE�� www.a-tec-recycling.com

(402) 595-1923

www.at4all.com�� CP Recovery

�� Omaha, NE

Cartridges of Kids�� (402) 331-1630

Loveland, CO�� (888) 411-6975

(800) 420-0235�� Clive, IA

www.cartridgesforkids.com�� (515) 276-2600

�� www.cprecovery.com

Computer Hardware, Inc.

Kearney, NE�� Custer County Recycling��

(308) 234-9335�� Broken Bow, NE

Grand Island, NE�� (308) 870-0313

(308) 384-6939

Hastings, NE�� Electronic Disposal Technologies

(402) 463-3456�� Omaha, NE

Lincoln, NE �� (402) 733-7297

(402) 483-6400�� www.electronicdisposal.net

www.computerhardwareinc.com

Electronic Recyclers�� HTR Group

Omaha, NE�� Lake Ozark, MO��

(402) 658-9682�� (888) 537-4874��

*accepts anything with a printed�� www.htr-group.com

� circuit board��

i-recycle�� Junkman�s Recycling

Omaha, NE�� Kearney, NE

(402) 697-8401�� (308) 236-8996

www.i-manage.com/i-recycle.asp �� *fee

�� *serving all of Nebraska

Lewis & Clark Wireless�� LifeSpan Technology Recycling

Hartington, NE�� Omaha, NE

(402) 254-3316�� (402) 403-1910

(402) 357-2457�� www.lifespanrecycling.com

http://www.bowvalleyw.net��

COMPUTERS & ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT

Mercury Waste Solutions�� Midwest Electronic Recycling

Roseville, MN�� Walford, IA

(651) 628-9370�� (319) 845-2000

www.mwsi.com�� www.ewasterecycle.com

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Midwest Lamp Recycling, Inc.�� PC Boneyard

Madison, WI�� Grand Island, NE

(800) 251-7646�� (308) 370-1306

www.budgetlampreclaimers.com�

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Recycling Connections�� Retrofit Recycling��

Omaha, NE�� Little Canada, MN

(402) 551-0823�� (800) 274-1309

Henderson, CO�� www.retrofitcompanies.com

(303) 333-6363

www.recyclingconnections.com

��

Schrock Innovations�� Secure Recyclers

Lincoln, NE�� Lincoln, NE

(402) 423-9595�� (402) 805-0065

Omaha, NE

(402) 934-9423

www.schrockinnovations.com

TechWare Recycling��  Univar USA, Inc.

Lincoln, NE�� Omaha, NE

(402) 499-3103�� (402) 733-3266

�� www.chemcare.com

DRUMS

Many businesses purchase their manufacturing products, including chemicals and paints, in plastic and steel drums. Disposal of these drums can be difficult. The best option is to work with your supplier to develop a take-back program. This encourages �closed-loop recycling�. If this is not a feasible option, there are other recycling options available. Before recycling, make sure to follow all environmental regulations for removal of original contents. This may require triple-rinsing of chemicals and other materials, dependent on the type of materials contained in the drum. For specific questions and concerns, contact your local health department, the Department of Environmental Quality, or one of the listed recyclers.

For more information, consult this site:

Best Management Practices for 55-Gallon Drums - New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services

http://www.des.state.nh.us/factsheets/sw/sw-29.htm

Discusses specifications for drum collection and re-use.

DRUMS

J & M Steel�� Jones Barrel

Hastings, NE�� Omaha, NE

(402) 661-3815�� (402) 346-2231

�� (800) 850-6416

Safety Kleen�� www.jonesbarrel.com

Omaha, NE

(402) 333-6321�� Trader Dick

http://www.safety-kleen.org�� Lincoln, NE

�� (402) 464-5285

Univar USA, Inc.�� *6 barrel minimum, must be in

Omaha, NE �� useable condition & contain

(402) 733-3266 non-hazardous material

www.chemcare.com

EXPANDED POLYSTYRENE

Packing peanuts and molded polystyrene are both products made of expanded polystyrene (EPS). Each is over 99.6% air, and consists of sturdy protective packaging that is used to fill in the empty space between merchandise and exterior cartons. Many businesses reuse their in-coming packaging materials to send out their products. Some businesses are unable to reuse the packaging for various reasons. For those businesses with excess peanuts, there are several companies that are purchasing peanuts at a high cost and would be happy to reuse EPS that otherwise would be headed for the landfill. It is a win-win situation for both businesses: one with reduced landfill and service fees and the other with fewer costs for new product.

For more information, consult these sites:

Packing Peanuts - Plastic Loose Fill Council (PLFC)

http://www.loosefillpackaging.com/

The Plastic Loose Fill Council (PLFC) was founded in 1991 to develop, promote and implement the original use and subsequent recovery, reuse, and recycling of polystyrene loose fill. The Council operates the Peanut Hotline, the national reuse program for plastic loose fill, and can also help you locate a local peanut recycling center.

Alliance of Foam Packaging Recyclers

http://www.epspackaging.org/

This site lists various suppliers around the country, as well as different EPS recycling equipment manufacturers. Also provides recycling information and additional EPS recycling resources.

EXPANDED POLYSTYRENE

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Grama�s Inc.�� Hollman Foods

Lincoln, NE�� Minden, NE

(402) 464-2661�� (308) 468-5635

www.gramasjellies.com�� (888) 926-2879

�� www.hollmans.com

Mail Plus�� *loose fill, call first, pick-up in

Lincoln, NE Lincoln every other week,

(402) 434-5315 no charge��

*molded or loose��

�� Premier Industries

Mail Prep Etc.�� attn: Jerry Meis

Lincoln, NE �� (402) 203-3234

(402) 486-3252�� [email protected]

www.mailprepetc.neb.rr.com

Tasler, Inc.�� The UPS Store

Webster City, IA�� Lincoln, NE

(515) 832-5200�� (402) 475-3131

�� *molded or loose

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FIBER

Fiber products encompass a myriad of paper products. Fiber can be separated into many categories, such as cardboard (OCC), office paper (OFF), magazines (MAG), newspapers (NEWS/ONP), mixed paper (MOP), and phonebooks (OTD). Typically, fiber products represent a large percentage of business solid waste. Often referred to as the �low-hanging fruit�, fiber products are easily recyclable and businesses generally see direct cost savings benefits from reduced garbage service fees. The burden on the municipal solid waste collection and disposal systems decreases with increased recycling efforts by businesses.

For more information, consult these sites:

Junk Mail Waste Prevention Kit - Department of

Natural Resources and Parks, Solid Waste Division - King County, Washington

http://dnr.metrokc.gov/swd/resrecy/wasteprevention/junkmail.shtml

Great tips and contact information for how to rid your home and business of junk mail.

Waste Reduction and Recycling Guide for Businesses - WasteCap Nebraska

http://www.wastecapne.org/pub/1999/business-guide.pdf

A helpful tool for businesses to target specific waste streams for reduction and/or recycling.

Waste Reduction Tips for the Office - Inform, Inc.

http://www.informinc.org/fact_office.php

Useful tips on reducing paper and office supply waste before it gets to the trash can. Mentions tips on items from coffee to cleaners to printers and other equipment.

FIBER

��

Burton Enterprises�� Custer County Recycling

Henderson, NE�� Broken Bow, NE

(402) 723-4265�� (308) 870-0313

Firstar Fiber Recycling�� Midland Recycling

Omaha, NE�� Lincoln, NE

(402) 894-0003�� (402) 476-8502

www.firstarfiber.com�� www.midlandrecycling.net

��

Omaha Paper Stock�� Recycling Enterprises

Omaha, NE �� Lincoln, NE

(402) 392-2007�� (402) 421-6655

(800) 888-1402�� www.recyclelincoln.com

Grand Island, NE��

(308) 382-3909��

(866) 382-3909��

www.omahapaperstock.com��

��

Security Shredding Services�� Weyerhaeuser

Laurel, NE�� Omaha, NE

(402) 256-3522�� (402) 453-8755

*also takes cardboard & newspaper�� www.weyerhaeuser.com��

FIBER

Confidential Document Destruction

A-Tec Recycling�� Infosafe Shredding, Inc.

Des Moines, IA�� Omaha, NE

(800) 551-4912�� (402) 891-2688

www.a-tec-recycling.com�� www.infosafeshredding.com

Iron Mountain Secure Shredding� �� Midland Recycling

Omaha, NE�� Lincoln, NE

(402) 341-2701�� (402) 476-8502

Lincoln, NE�� www.midlandrecycling.net

(402) 477-2333

www.ironmountain.com�� Recycling Enterprises

�� Lincoln, NE

Paper Tiger Shredding�� (402) 421-6655��

Lincoln, NE�� www.recyclelincoln.com

(402) 421-3737��

www.papertigershredding.com�� Security Shredding Services

�� Laurel, NE��

Roberts Recycling��  (402) 256-3522��

Lincoln, NE��

(402) 483-2477�� Shred Monster

�� Columbus, NE

Shred It�� (402) 564-6006��

Omaha, NE�� www.shredmonster.com��

(402) 991-4790��

www.shredit.com�� Superior Data Storage

�� Lincoln, NE

Shredding Solutions��  (402) 464-0260

Lincoln, NE

(402) 474-6815�� �� Weyerhaeuser

(877) 220-1259�� Omaha, NE

www.shredding-solutions.com�� (402) 453-8755�� www.weyerhaeuser.com

FLUID

Fluids such as oil, antifreeze, hydraulic fluid, and solvents are essential components for several industries. Due to the toxicity and widespread use of some fluids, their disposal can present a management challenge. Finding ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle such fluids will protect the environment and can conserve operations/maintenance resources that are otherwise spent on disposal of old materials and the purchase of new materials. It is also important to include oil filters in recycling efforts because filters can be processed and made into new steel products, which in turn reduces the need for limestone in the steel-making process. Check with your local health department, the NDEQ or the service providers listed for any specific questions to ensure that you meet all applicable environmental requirements.

For more information, consult these sites:

Used Oil Recovery - Department of Environmental Quality

http://www.deq.state.or.us/lq/hw/usedoil.html

Includes fact sheets about oil generators, transporters, collection facilities, burners, marketers, and space heaters.

Nebraska Used Oil Collection Program - Keep Nebraska Beautiful

http://www.knb.org/oil.html

Discusses importance of reducing oil pollution, recycling used oil, and includes a link to Used Oil Collections Sites in Nebraska.

FLUID

Antifreeze Recyclers�� Barton Solvents

Valley, NE�� Council Bluffs, IA

(402) 359-5657�� (712) 322-2509

�� www.barsol.com

Capital City Auto Recyclers

Lincoln, NE�� �� Custer County Recycling

(402) 475-2982�� Broken Bow, NE

(877) 843-6655�� (308) 870-0313

www.capitalcityautorecyclers.com

Jebro, Inc.�� Mercury Waste Solutions, Inc.

Sioux City, IA�� Roseville, MN��

(800) 231-8555�� (651) 628-9370��

www.jebro.com�� www.mwsi.com

�� *fluids containing mercury

Product Recovery & Recycling��

Fort Calhoun, NE�� Safety Kleen

(402) 444-4486�� Omaha, NE

�� (402) 333-6321

T.O. Haas�� www.safety-kleen.org

Lincoln, NE

(402) 474-1525�� Univar USA, Inc

(402) 323-4200�� Omaha, NE

www.tohaastire.com�� (402) 733-3266

�� (800) 909-4897

�� www.chemcare.com

FLUID

Oil Filter Recycling

Jebro, Inc.�� Product Recovery & Recycling

Sioux City, IA�� Fort Calhoun, NE

(800) 231-8555�� (402) 444-4486

www.jebro.com�� *accepts used oil

Fleet Maintenance

All Star Rewards�� Jebro, Inc.

Des Moines, IA�� Sioux City, IA

(877) 834-2003�� (800) 231-8555

[email protected]�� www.jebro.com��

*fuel additive and management of

� safety initiative programs��

Lubrication Engineers

Lincoln, NE

(402) 488-5133��

(800) 537-7683

www.le-inc.com��

*fuel-efficient lubricants, oil reduction consulting

FLUORESCENT LIGHT TUBES

There are several varieties of mercury-containing lamps in use today; fluorescent lamps, high-pressure sodium lamps, mercury vapor lamps, metal halide lamps and the increasingly popular Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFL).�� Fluorescent lamps are preferred over incandescents because they use only 1/3 of the energy.� All fluorescent lamps contain small quantities of mercury that may be harmful to the environment and also may be listed as Universal Wastes with the U.S. EPA. If your business uses any of the above-mentioned bulbs, you need to dispose of them in a proper manner. Recycling the bulbs is the preferred method. In all cases, there is likely to be a service charge for recycled bulbs. The service charge, quantity of bulbs, and pick up schedule are determined cooperatively with your chosen recycling vendor.

For more information, consult these sites:

Lamp Recycling - National Electrical Manufacturers Association

http://www.nema.org/lamprecycle/

This page is a resource for any light bulb user seeking details on recycling spent mercury-containing lamps.

Mercury-Containing Light Bulb (Lamp) Regulatory Framework

http://www.epa.gov/epaoswer/hazwaste/id/univwast/lamps/frame.htm

This page provides regulatory history and guidance.

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FLUORESCENT LIGHT TUBES

A-Tec Recycling�� HTR Group

Des Moines, IA�� Lake Ozark, MO

(800) 551-4912�� (888) 537-4874

www.a-tec-recycling.com�� www.htr-group.com

*accepts ballasts, other mercury &

�� mercury containing devices, �� Mercury Waste Solutions, Inc.

�� thermostats, thermometers,�� Roseville, MN

�� ignition tubes�� (651) 628-9370

�� (877) 636-6514

Lewis & Clark Wireless�� www.mwsi.com

Hartington, NE�� *accepts ballasts

(402) 254-3316

(402) 357-2457��

www.bowvalleyw.net�� Retrofit Recycling

�� Little Canada, MN

Midwest Lamp Recycling, Inc.�� (800) 274-1309

Madison, WI�� www.retrofitcompanies.com

(800) 251-7646�� *accepts ballasts, www.budgetlampreclaimers.com�� transformers/capacitors,

*also accepts ballasts�� mercury items: debris,

devices, etc. ��

Safety Kleen��

Omaha, NE �� Univar USA, Inc.��

(402) 333-6321�� Omaha, NE

www.safety-kleen.org�� (402) 733-3266��

�� www.chemcare.com

METAL SCRAP

Metal is the most recycled of all commodities, generating a recycling rate of over 90%. Ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metals are recycled into new products very easily. Despite market fluctuations, metals do have great market value. In addition, recycling metals, versus mining and producing virgin metal products uses 90% less energy and cuts air pollutants by as much as 95%.

For more information, consult these sites:

Steel Recycling Institute

http://www.recycle-steel.org/

The Steel Recycling Institute (SRI) is an industry association that promotes and sustains the recycling of all steel products. The SRI educates the solid waste industry, government, business, and ultimately the consumer about the benefits of steel�s infinite recycling cycle.

Scrap Metal Management - New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services

http://www.des.state.nh.us/factsheets/sw/sw-19.htm

This site explains the composition of scrap metal waste streams as well as the alternatives to landfill disposal.

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METAL SCRAP

A Can Recycling Center�� Ak-sar-ben Scrap & Recycling

Lincoln, NE�� Omaha, NE

(402) 421-9101�� (402) 341-3796

*accepts aluminum and steel cans �� *accepts non-ferrous aluminum, �� copper, brass, and stainless steel

Alter Scrap��

Lincoln, NE�� Burton Enterprises

(402) 476-3306�� Henderson, NE

Omaha, NE �� (402) 723-4265

(402) 345-0698�� *accepts aluminum and tin

Grand Island, NE��

(308) 381-0600�� Custer County Recycling

Norfolk, NE�� Broken Bow, NE

(402) 371-2200�� (308) 870-0313

www.altermetalrecycling.com��

�� J & M Steel

Industrial Services, Inc.�� Hastings, NE

Lincoln, NE�� (402) 461-3815

(402) 467-3581

www.isinebraska.com�� L & K Scrap

�� Omaha, NE

Kramer�s Auto Parts & Iron Co.�� (402) 733-5486

Grand Island, NE�� *accepts aluminum and press flakes

(802) 384-1116

�� Midwest Metals Recycling

Mid-City Recycling�� Omaha, NE

Lincoln, NE�� (402) 345-6624

(402) 464-5880�� *accepts all non-ferrous metals

*aluminum can (UBC) and copper only

�� Recycling Connections

Quality Silver Recovery�� Omaha, NE

Gretna, NE�� (402) 551-0823

(402) 332-5745�� Henderson, CO

�� (303) 333-6363

Recycling Enterprises�� www.recyclingconnections.com

Lincoln, NE�� *accepts non-ferrous only

(402) 421-6655��

www.recyclelincoln.com�� S & D Metals

�� Columbus, NE

River City Recycling�� (402) 563-2214

Omaha, NE�� *does not accept steel

(402) 731-0414��

�� Weyerhaeuser

Security Shredding Solutions�� Omaha, NE

Laurel, NE�� (402) 453-8755

(402) 256-3522�� www.weyerhaeuser.com

�� *accepts aluminum

PALLETS & WOOD WASTE

Pallets are a common waste among many businesses and represent a major use of lumber that often turns into waste after only a few uses. The pallet industry is second only to the homebuilding industry in use of wood.� The Wood Pallet and Container Association estimates that more than 50 percent of wood pallets are reusable and are reused an average of four times per year. One option to reduce pallet waste is to use reusable pallets in house or set up a take-back program with your suppliers. When this option is not viable, recycling and reuse are the options of choice. Many businesses struggle to implement pallet recycling programs due to the varied and odd-sized pallets received from their suppliers. Some service providers are willing to take all sizes of pallets. Businesses with pallet recycling programs not only save hundreds to even thousands of dollars per year in avoided landfill disposal fees but can also help to reduce the waste being sent to our local landfills.

For more information, consult these sites:

Pallet Management and Waste Reduction - North Carolina Division of Pollution Prevention and Environmental Assistance.

http://www.p2pays.org/ref/03/02765.pdf

Shows businesses how to examine their pallet use, improve their pallet management system, and reduce associated waste. Issues addressed include pallet recycling, third party management, and comparison of plastic, metal, corrugated pallets, wood pallets, and slip sheets.

Pollution Prevention Pallet Management Fact Sheet - Virginia Office of Pollution Prevention

http://www.p2pays.org/ref/10/09829.htm

Lists techniques and tips for managers and owners who have problems with accumulating pallets and associated disposal costs.

PALLETS & WOOD WASTE

City of Lincoln�� Diamond Pallets

Lincoln, NE�� Lincoln, NE

(402) 441-7043�� (402) 601-7646

*call for requirements

�� Hofeling Enterprises, Inc.

Industrial Services, Inc.�� Lincoln, NE

Lincoln, NE�� (402) 438-8733

(402) 467-3581�� www.hofelingenterprises.com

www.isinebraska.com

KKL Wood Products/Quality Pallets�� Palleton, Inc.

Omaha, NE�� Fremont, NE

(402) 345-7670�� (800) 364-6099

(800) 725-5385�� Grand Island, NE

*accepts wood scrap�� (888) 717-5437

�� Council Bluffs, IA

Pallets Plus�� (712) 388-9047

Blue Springs, NE�� www.palleton.com

(402) 645-3568

*picks up usable pallets for a fee�� River City Recycling

�� Omaha, NE

Right of Way Management��  (402) 731-0414

Bellwood, NE�� *accepts trees

(402) 538-3895

www.justuskids.com/pallets.htm� �� Stewart Trucking & Pallet, Inc.

�� Lincoln, NE

Tasler, Inc.�� (402) 464-5021

Webster City, IA�� *minimum pickup of a trailer load

(515) 832-5200

�� TMCO, Inc.

Tradewell Pallets�� Lincoln, NE

Gretna, NE�� (402) 476-0013

(402) 332-3500�� *4 ways, odd sizes, no minimum

PLASTICS

For convenience, durability and weight, plastics are used more and more each day. According to the EPA, plastic makes up about 11 percent of municipal solid waste streams by weight. While plastic recycling has increased substantially, EPA estimates only 5.4% of plastics are currently being recycled. Although there are many markets for Polyethylene (PET, #1) and High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE, #2), the complex nature of the more uncommon plastic grades (#3-7) makes it difficult to find markets for post-industrial plastic scrap. Businesses should have information regarding plastic grade, melt-point, density, and the original MSDS sheets from the plastic resin when calling potential markets. Product samples and other information may also be requested.

For more information, consult these sites:

Plastics: Recycling and Beyond - Plastics Resource

http://www.plasticsresource.com/

A comprehensive tool for both communities and businesses that includes background information, recycling statistics, and a recycled plastics market database.

Plastics in Your Life - American Plastics Council

http://www.americanplasticscouncil.org/

The APC frequently asked questions page addresses questions specific to plastics concerning resource conservation, energy efficiency, waste reduction, recovery, and more.

PLASTICS

Avant Ministries�� Champlin Tire Recycling, Inc.

Des Moines, IA �� Concordia, KS��

(515) 276-0128�� (800) 295-3345

�� www.champlintirerecycling.com

Custer County Recycling��

Broken Bow, NE�� DMR Plastics

(308) 870-0313�� Bolckow, MO

*accepts #1, 2, 4, and 5�� (816) 428-2101

Jayhawk Plastics�� Kings Enterprises

Olathe, KS�� Omaha, NE

(800) 444-9789�� (402) 934-5968

www.jayhawkplastics.com�� [email protected]

Midland Recycling��  Midwest Recycling Co., Inc.��

Lincoln, NE �� Clarinda, IA

(402) 476-8502�� (712) 542-3383

www.midlandrecycling.net

Norfolk Recycling�� Recycling Enterprises

Norfolk, NE�� Lincoln, NE

(402) 371-8939�� (402) 421-6655

�� www.recyclelincoln.com��

Sandhill Plastics��

Kearney, NE�� Security Shredding

(308) 236-5025�� Laurel, NE

www.sandhillplastics.com�� (402) 256-3522

Silvercrest Recycling, Inc.�� St. Joseph Plastics

Cedar Rapids, IA�� St. Joseph, MO

(319) 362-7594�� (816) 279-1415

�� www.stjosephplastics.com

Weyerhaeuser

Omaha, NE

(402) 453-8755

www.weyerhaeuser.com

TIRES

Nebraskans generate an average of 1.5 million scrap tires every year. Illegal or improper dumping and stockpiling of scrap tires pose serious health and environmental risks. In Nebraska, tires have been banned from landfill disposal. With this ban, a fee is imposed on the purchase of new tires to assist with the cleanup and management of scrap tires. Proper management of scrap tires is essential for a clean, healthy environment in Nebraska. Recycled tires can be used to make playing fields, as an asphalt additive for roads, in engineering processes, and many other interesting products. Purchasing recycled products made from old tires and scrap rubber helps to create stable markets for continued scrap tire recycling.

For more information, consult these sites:

Scrap Tire Information and Markets - Rubber Manufacturers Association

http://www.rma.org/scrap_tires/

Gives up to date information on scrap tires and markets, state by state legislation information, and environmental issues relating to scrap tires.

Management of Scrap Tires - US EPA

http://www.epa.gov/garbage/tires

Provides in-depth research on the subject of scrap tire recycling as well as disposal, storage, and processor regulations, financial/market incentives and contact information for each state.

TIRES

Champlin Tire Recycling, Inc.�� Entire Recycling

Concordia, KS�� Brock, NE

(800) 295-3345�� (402) 880-2215

www.champlintirerecycling.com�� Rockport, MO

�� (660) 744-2252

J & M Steel�� www.entirerecycling.com

Hastings, NE

(402) 461-3815�� Lee Pester

*fee�� Lincoln, NE

�� (402) 464-3195

River City Recycling

Omaha, NE

(402) 731-0414

TONER AND INK CARTRIDGES

Toner cartridges are one of the most convenient products to recycle-a simple way to keep valuable materials out of landfills and expand your recycling program. Used cartridges that are returned to the original manufacturer, or to a recycler, are disassembled or refilled. Some of the existing parts are reconditioned to �like-new�. Parts, like some plastics, that cannot be reconditioned, are ground up and used for other products. Many of the stereotypes of remanufactured products are long since proven wrong with new technologies to generate a high-quality toner product, at a lower cost than new.

For more information, consult these sites:

Toner Cartridge Fact Sheet - Inform, Inc.

http://www.informinc.org/fact_CWPtoner.php

Explains how your business can reduce waste and pollution associated with toner cartridges and the advantages of using remanufactured cartridges. Also discusses how to structure bids to receive high-quality remanufactured toner cartridges and how to locate a cartridge re-manufacturer in your area.

Waste Reduction and Recycling Guide for Businesses - WasteCap Nebraska

http://www.wastecapne.org/pub/1999/business-guide.pdf

A helpful tool for businesses to target specific waste streams for reduction and/or recycling.

TONER AND INK CARTRIDGES

Advanced Laser �� A-Tec Recycling

Systems & Services, Inc.�� Des Moines, IA

Omaha, NE�� (800) 551-4912

(402) 733-6288�� www.a-tec-recycling.com

www.advancedlasersystems.com�

�� Cartridges for Kids

Cartridge World�� Loveland, CO

Lincoln, NE�� (800) 420-0235

(402) 464-FILL (3455)�� www.cartridgesforkids.com

www.cwlincoln.com

*free consultation/savings estimates�� Circuit City

*refilling and recycling�� www.circuitcity.com

CURE Recycling�� ECCO Recycles

Woodstock, GA�� Kent, WA

(404) 680-1043�� (800) 368-5881

www.earthtonesolutions.com�� www.eccorecycles.com

�� *will pay up to $10 for used cartridges

Full Circle Image��

Rochester, MN�� i-recycle

(800) 584-7244�� Omaha, NE

www.fullcircleimage.com�� (402) 697-8401

�� www.i-manage.com/i-recycle.asp

Laser Products & Services Group

Beatrice, NE�� Latsch�s, Inc.

(800) 728-2215�� Lincoln, NE

�� (402) 323-7222

Lincoln Children�s Zoo �� www.latschs.com

Lincoln, NE

(402) 475-6741�� Optimist Club

http://www.lincolnzoo.org�� Lincoln, NE��

�� (402) 483-1515��

Media Recovery�� *pick up service��

Lincoln, NE��

(402) 484-8200�� Wagner Enterprises

www.mediarecovery.com�� Doniphan, NE��

�� (402) 744-2141

Univar USA, Inc.�� www.contraryacres.com

Omaha, NE�� *accepts HP toner cartridges only

(402) 733-3266��

www.chemcare.com ��

MISCELLANEOUS RECYCLING SERVICES

This section has several service providers in various recycling arenas. Items are listed alphabetically for convenience.

Appliances

Alter Scrap��  Industrial Services, Inc.��

Lincoln, NE�� Lincoln, NE

(402) 476-3306�� (402) 467-3581

Omaha, NE �� www.isinebraska.com

(402) 345-0698��

Grand Island, NE�� Retrofit Recycling

(308) 381-0600�� Little Canada, MN

Norfolk, NE�� (800) 274-1309

(402) 371-2200�� www.retrofitcompanies.com

www.altermetalrecycling.com

Salvage Warehouse

Lincoln, NE

(402) 466-8294

Compact Discs & Video Tapes

Green Disk Plastic Recycling�� Retrofit Recycling

Indianapolis, IN�� Little Canada, MN

(317) 780-6100�� (800) 274-1309

(800) 305-3475�� www.retrofitcompanies.com

www.greendisc.com

Shredding Solutions

Lincoln, NE

(402) 474-6815

(877) 220-1259

www.shredding-solutions.com

MISCELLANEOUS RECYCLING SERVICES

Construction and Demolition

A.R. Salvage and Recycling�� Cather Construction

Omaha, NE�� Lincoln, NE

(402) 346-4470�� (402) 434-2113

*accepts any reusable items�� *accepts clean asphalt and �� concrete, no minimum

Conreco

Omaha, NE�� Dobson Brothers Construction

(402) 733-4100�� Lincoln, NE

*accepts concrete only�� (402) 467-3634

�� www.dobsonbrothers.com

EcoStores Nebraska�� *large quantities for concrete only

Lincoln, NE

(402) 477-3606�� Industrial Services, Inc.

www.ecostoresne.org�� Lincoln, NE

*accepts any usable wood or other�� (402) 467-3581

�� material with the exception of�� www.isinebraska.com

�� chipboard

*Tax deductible donation

Midwest Aggregate Recyclers�� Pavers, LLC

Omaha, NE �� Waverly, NE

(402) 359-2578�� (402) 786-5900

*accepts concrete and asphalt�� www.paversinc.com

Foam Padding and Carpet

CP Recovery

Omaha, NE

(402) 331-1630

(888) 411-6975

Clive, IA

(515) 276-2600

www.cprecovery.com

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MISCELLANEOUS RECYCLING SERVICES

Hazardous Wastes

(Consult the NDEQ Directory of Hazardous Waste Management

facilities for a more complete listing of hazardous waste service providers)

Barton Solvents. Inc.�� Industrial Services, Inc.��

Council Bluffs, IA�� Lincoln, NE

(712) 322-2509�� (402) 467-3581

www.barsol.com�� www.isinebraska.com

Lincoln/Lancaster County Health Dept�� Mercury Waste Solutions, Inc.

Lincoln, NE�� Roseville, MN

(402) 441-8022�� (651) 628-9370

www.ci.lincoln.ne.us/city/health/�� (877) 636-6514

*hazardous waste collections�� www.mwsi.com

�� *accepts wastes containing mercury

Safety Kleen

Omaha, NE�� Under the Sink

(402) 333-6321�� Omaha, NE

www.safety-kleen.org�� (402) 444-sink

�� www.underthesink.org

Univar USA, Inc.�� *for Douglas and Sarpy County

Omaha, NE �� households only (no businesses)

(402) 733-3266

http://www.chemcare.com��

Materials Exchange

Crayons to Computers�� The NE Materials Exchange Program

c/o Venture in Partnership�� c/o Keep Nebraska Beautiful

Lincoln, NE�� Lincoln, NE

(402) 436-1012�� (402) 486-4622

http://vip.lps.org�� www.knb.org/exchange.html

*needs 3-ring binders, paper, pocket

� folders, pens, pencils, computers, etc.

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MISCELLANEOUS RECYCLING SERVICES

Microfilm & X-Ray Film

Central Recycling Company�� Quality Silver Recovery

Kansas City, MO�� Gretna, NE

(800) 359-9720�� (402) 332-5745

�� *lithograph film

Recycling Enterprises��

Lincoln, NE�� Shred It

(402) 421-6655�� Omaha, NE

www.recyclelincoln.com�� (402) 991-4790

�� http://www.shredit.com

Shredding Solutions

Lincoln, NE

(402) 474-6815

(877) 220-1259

www.shredding-solutions.com

Propane Tanks

Ferrellgas

Lincoln, NE

(402) 477-5151

Rags and Towels

ARAMARK

Lincoln, NE

(402) 464-6326

www.aramark.com

Windmills and Water Pump Systems

Dempster Industries

Beatrice, NE

(800) 777-0212

www.alleycatdepco.com

�*trailers for recycling

ENVIRONMENTALLY PREFERABLE PURCHASING

The purchasing practices of a business make a strong environmental statement all its own, hence the saying, �if you�re not buying recycled, you�re not really recycling�. A business may have a wonderful recycling program, but if they do not buy Products that contain recycled content, their recycling program is of little impact. For businesses needing assistance in developing recycled-content purchasing or environmentally preferable purchasing (EPP) guidelines, the listed service providers are a good place to start. These companies help businesses find the opportunities available for buying recycled products to close the loop on recycling. This type of purchasing can help maintain stable markets for recyclables while improving the environment simultaneously.

For more information, consult these sites:

Environmentally Preferable Purchasing - US EPA

http://www.epa.gov/epp

EPA�s Environmentally Friendly Purchasing Program details, including glossary, frequently asked questions, tools, and resources.

ENVIRONMENTALLY PREFERABLE PURCHASING

Cleaning Products

Clean Environment Co.�� Cleaner Solutions Database

Lincoln, NE�� www.cleanersolutions.org

(402) 464-0988

(800) 266-2353

www.cleanenvironmentco.com

Open Harvest Natural Foods�� Peerless Wiping Cloth Co.

Lincoln, NE�� Council Bluffs, IA

(402) 475-9069�� (712) 325-1115

www.openharvest.org�� *recycled rags

Safety Kleen�� Workcell Systems, Inc.

Omaha, NE�� Highland Park, IL

(402) 333-6321�� (847) 579-0595

www.safety-kleen.org�� www.workcellsystems.com

Lighting

Electric Fixture & Supply�� Retrofit Recycling

Lincoln, NE�� Little Canada, MN

(402) 476-7770�� (800) 274-1309

www.electricfixture.com�� www.retrofitcompanies.com

Voss Lighting

Lincoln, NE

(402) 328-2283

(800) 733-8677

www.vosslighting.com

��

ENVIRONMENTALLY PREFERABLE PURCHASING

Recycled Office Products

Cartridge World�� Corporate Express

Lincoln, NE�� Lincoln, NE

(402) 464-FILL (3455)�� (402) 474-4443

www.cwlincoln.com�� www.cexp.com

i-recycle�� Latsch�s, Inc.

Omaha, NE�� Lincoln, NE

(402) 697-8401�� (402) 323-7222

www.i-manage.com/i-recycle.asp �� www.latschs.com

��

Media Recovery�� Office Depot

Lincoln, NE�� Lincoln, NE

(402) 484-8200�� (402) 466-3443

www.mediarecovery.com�� (800) 685-8800

�� www.officedepot.com

Printing Plus

Lincoln, NE

(402) 325-8000

Recycling Containers & Dumpsters

Dempster Industries�� Elliot Sanitation Equipment Co.

Beatrice, NE�� Lincoln, NE

(800) 777-0212�� (402) 474-4840

www.alleycatdepco.com�� www.elliottequipco.com

*manufactures trailers for recycling�� *recycling and refuse equipment

Industrial Services, Inc.�� Retrofit Recycling

Lincoln, NE�� Little Canada, MN

(402) 467-3581�� (800) 274-1309

www.isinebraska.com�� www.retrofitcompanies.com��

Rubbermaid Commercial Products�� Windsor Barrel Works

Omaha, NE�� Kempton, PA

(402) 359-1701 Nebraska & Iowa �� (800) 527-7848

(800) 347-9800�� www.windsorbarrel.com

www.rubbermaidcommerical.com

ENVIRONMENTALLY PREFERABLE PURCHASING

Recovered Plastic Products

Jayhawk Plastics�� St. Joseph Plastics

Olathe, KS�� St. Joseph, MO

(800) 444-9789�� (816) 279-1415

www.jayhawkplastics.com�� www.stjosephplastics.com

ASSESSMENT & POLLUTION PREVENTION RESOURCES

In networking with similar organizations, WasteCap Nebraska creates a venue for your business to work with other organizations, known specifically for their waste reduction and recycling program assistance. The businesses and organizations listed below partner with WasteCap to help educate the business sector of the region. Their services are available for many of your waste reduction and recycling needs.

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City of Lincoln Recycling Office��  City of Omaha Recycling Office

Lincoln, NE�� Omaha, NE

(402) 441-8215�� (402) 444-4500

www.lincoln.ne.gov/city/pworks/waste/ �� www.wasteline.org/

Environmental Protection Agency�� Keep Nebraska Beautiful

Kansas City, KS�� Lincoln, NE

(913) 551-7533�� (402) 486-4622

(800) 223-0425�� www.knb.org

www.epa.gov/region07/p2

Lincoln Electric System��  Lincoln/Lancaster County Health Dept

Lincoln, NE�� Lincoln, NE