Recycling Bin: An Eco-Friendly Solution for Multiple Spaces

Adopting sustainable habits starts with small changes, and one of the simplest and most effective steps is to incorporate a recycling bin into our homes or offices. Below, we explain why it’s so important, what types of recycling bins we offer at Simex, and how to choose the one that best suits your needs or your workplace.

Benefits of Adopting Sustainable Solutions

Recycling not only helps reduce the amount of waste ending up in landfills, but also enables the recovery of valuable materials and lowers our carbon footprint. So, why is recycling so important? Here are the main benefits:

• Waste reduction: Recycling prevents tons of garbage from ending up in landfills or oceans.
• Resource conservation: Recycling allows us to reuse materials such as plastic, paper, or glass, reducing the need for raw material extraction.
• Lower energy consumption: Producing goods from recycled materials uses far less energy than making them from scratch.
• Fight against climate change: Less waste and lower energy use mean fewer greenhouse gas emissions.
• Social and environmental awareness: Promoting recycling fosters a more environmentally responsible society.

How to Recycle Correctly

The recycling system is based on a color-coded system (either through containers or multi-compartment bins, for example), each designated for a specific type of waste:

• Blue: Paper and cardboard.
  What to dispose: boxes, newspapers, magazines, brochures, cardboard packaging, paper bags.
  What not to dispose: dirty paper (such as used napkins), food-contaminated cardboard, laminated paper.
• Yellow: Plastic containers, cans, and cartons (briks).
  What to dispose: plastic bottles and containers (water, shampoo, detergent), beverage or food cans, milk or juice cartons.
  What not to dispose: toys, plastic cutlery, electronic devices.
• Green: Glass.
  What to dispose: bottles, jars, glass containers.
  What not to dispose: ceramics, mirrors, light bulbs, window glass.
• Brown: Organic waste (in areas with selective organic collection).
  What to dispose: food scraps, peels, coffee grounds, dirty kitchen paper.
  What not to dispose: plastic, large bones, diapers.
• Grey: Non-recyclable waste.
  What to dispose: waste that cannot be recycled or reused, such as cigarette butts, diapers, sweeping dust.
  What not to dispose: items that can be recycled through other channels, like used oil or batteries.

Why Use a Recycling Bin?

Properly sorting waste into recycling bins promotes greater environmental awareness both at a personal and professional level. It can be the first step toward building a more sustainable culture in any setting.

Main Features of Our Recycling Bins

Simex recycling bins are designed to promote efficient and orderly waste separation. Available in various sizes and materials, they are ideal for environments such as offices, factories, and public spaces committed to responsible waste management. Key features include:

• Durable materials like stainless steel and high-quality plastics.
• A range of capacities and designs that make sorting waste easier.
• Easy to clean and maintain, ensuring a hygienic environment.
• Modern and functional finishes that adapt to any space.

Types of Recycling Bins Available at Simex

At Simex, we offer two types of recycling bins designed to suit different environments and needs. Choosing the right one depends on the type of waste generated and the space available.

• 9L Recycling Bin:
  Features three compartments, a steel structure with a non-slip base for greater stability, and inner ABS containers in black, blue, and green. Available in black or glossy finish, with dimensions of 312×257 mm and a weight of 2.4 kg. This bin is a practical and efficient solution for waste separation in various settings:
  • Offices: Helps keep waste separated in an orderly manner.
  • Homes: Perfect for encouraging household recycling.
  • Educational centers: Promotes recycling awareness in schools and universities.
  • Shops: A compact and practical solution for common areas.

• 150L Recycling Bin:
  Features pre-sorting separator buckets. Made of AISI 304 stainless steel with a satin body finish and a 150-liter capacity. Its robust structure makes it ideal for spaces requiring high storage capacity and waste organization. Perfect for recycling centers, offices, or industrial facilities. Its large capacity and functional design make it ideal for maintaining order in high-volume waste areas. It’s also easy to handle and maintain.

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