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Plastic Film Identification Check out our plastic film identification tables that describe the different types of film plastics. The tables can help determine which type of plastic was used to create a specific plastic bag or film. Resin codes, plastic film characterisitcs and it’s application all can help determine thetype of plastic. The tables are accessible through the sections for business and consumers.
Plastic Film Recovery Benefit Calculator In the business section you will find a calculator that helps businesses analyze the cost of plastic film disposal and the potential financial benefit of recovering film. Check it out yourself and then encourage businesses in your community to use it to calculate the benefits of starting a plastic film recovery program of their own.
Directory of Recyclers Our directory of recyclers, located in the business section, includes buyers (i.e., end users), service providers (i.e., haulers), and recycling drop off centers. We created the directory to help commercial generators of plastic film connect with recyclers who service their geographic location. The database continues to grow as the industry gains momentum.
How to Set Up a Recovery Program Guide Also in the business section you’ll find a detailed guide to help businesses design and implement a plastic film recovery program with downloadable worksheets. Review the guide and let businesses know where to go for help.
Signage & Equipment Information about signage & equipment can be found in the business section. Print-ready recycling signage can be downloaded and helpful information can be found about the types of equipment used in plastic film recovery and how to get it.
Tip Sheets We’ve created downloadable recycling tip sheets to help you reach out to businesses in your area. One tip sheet is geared towards commercial generators of scrap plastic film and the others is geared towards haulers. You can find both in the business section.
Retail & Grocery Stores that Offer Plastic Bag Recycling Browse through our directory of grocery and retail stores that offer plastic bag recycling to their customers. The directory is searchable by state. Consumers, and anyone else, can access the list of participating stores through the Consumers section of the web site. You can add stores in your area that offer plastic bag recycling to our directory.
Other Resources For information about curbside collection of bags check out the Progressive Bag Alliance’s web site (www.progressivebagalliance.com). Also, visit the Resources section of this website.
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Recycling of plastic bags and polyethylene (PE) film is not available everywhere; however, many retail stores and some municipal drop-offs in the United States collect plastic bags and polyethylene film for recycling. This web site provides the public, municipalities and businesses a means to identify retail stores and recovery facilities that collect plastic bags and film for recycling.
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