Glass Collection and Recycling
A simple, sustainable and cost-effective way to dispose of your glass waste
Glass Recycling for Businesses of All Sizes
Handling glass waste presents unique challenges. It’s heavy, fragile and potentially a health and safety issue when broken. However, when properly managed, glass is one of the most recyclable materials there is.
At Printwaste, we help you manage your glass waste safely while guaranteeing 100% recycling. Our hassle-free glass collections allow your business to recycle mixed glass bottles and jars in a single bin, helping simplify recycling practices while contributing to a circular economy. We accept clear and coloured glass bottles together eliminating the need for sorting and saving you time to focus on running your business.
What we collect
We can collect and recycle a wide range of glass materials, including:
Glass Bottles
(any colour)
Glass Jars
(any colour)
Plate Glass
From bottles to bins: Easy glass recycling that works for you
Before collections begin, our waste experts will assess your glass recycling requirements, determining the correct number and size of containers for your business. We will work with you to strategically place the bins where your glass waste is generated, minimising handling and reducing the risk of breakage. Depending on the volume of glass waste you produce, we offer:
Smaller volumes:
Ideal for pubs, restaurants and hospitality businesses, our easy-to-manoeuvre 240-litre wheeled bins offer a convenient solution for external storage.
Larger volumes:
For hotels, drinks manufacturers and other high-volume producers, we provide robust pallet boxes or larger containers to handle greater capacities efficiently.
For internal use, we have dedicated office bins or stations that are ideal for blending into your office environment.
Flexible Glass Collections That Fit your Operation
We match our collection frequency to how quickly you accumulate glass waste –making sure you only pay for what you need. Depending on your bin type and volume, we offer two services:
Exchange Service:
We take your full bin away and replace it with a clean one.
Empty Service:
Your bin is emptied onsite, ready for you to use again.
Our glass collection service can help reduce your overall waste management costs through effective segregation while increasing your recycling rates, improving safety and supporting compliance.
How our glass collection service works
Talk to us
Tell us about the volume of glass waste your business generates, and where, or book a free waste audit with one of our experts at a time convenient to you. We will send you a bespoke proposal tailored to your requirements, showcasing how and where we can add value.
Get your containers
We will provide a range of dedicated bins or containers to fit your available space and operations, making it quick and convenient to safely collect and store all your glass materials until we collect them. We will label your bins to help your staff use them correctly.
Collection
We will collect and empty your containers according to your schedule and safely transport your glass waste back to our materials recycling facility. After each collection, you will receive a waste transfer note to keep you compliant with all relevant waste regulations, including the new Simpler Recycling rules.
Recycling
All the glass we collect is sorted and separated by type, then delivered to the most appropriate reprocessors to be recycled back into new glass products or materials.
Ongoing review
As your business activity evolves and your needs change, your account manager will work with you to ensure your waste management practices remain fit for purpose across all areas of your organisation.
Why choose Printwaste?
Save money
Increased segregation and cost-efficient processes reduce your costs and enhance sustainability.
Simplicity
Simplify your recycling activities with one provider for all your waste streams.
Multi-site contracts
Enjoy the ease of working with one point of contact across all your locations.
Unlimited quantity
From bottles to sheet glass, we have the flexibility, expertise and vehicles to collect any type and volume of glass waste.
Flexible
Your collection schedule and containers are tailored to the volume and frequency of the waste glass you generate.
Peace of mind
Receive detailed, auditable reports for complete transparency on your recycling rates and service costs.
Our accreditations and partners
Our commitment to excellence is backed by multiple accreditations and partners, including:
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Frequently asked questions
What types of glass can you recycle?
We can collect most types of untreated glass for recycling, whether it is blue, brown, green or clear, including glass bottles and jars, plate glass and broken glassware.
Are there any types of glass you cannot recycle?
Unfortunately, we cannot recycle Pyrex baking dishes or heat-resistant ovenware. Also, please don’t put ceramic items into your glass recycling bins.
What happens to glass after it is collected?
All the glass waste we collect is sorted by type and colour at our materials recycling facility. Each type is then sent off to be recycled, ready to be manufactured into new glass products.
How should I prepare my glass waste for recycling?
We aim to make it as easy as possible for you and your team to recycle your unwanted glass. Just rinse off as much liquid or solid waste as possible to reduce contamination during the recycling process.
Do I need to colour-sort the glass before collection?
There is no need to separate by colour. Just place all your recyclable glass in the same container, and we will handle the colour sorting.
Is there a limit to how much glass my business can recycle?
No. We work with businesses of all sizes and in all sectors. We will carry out a free waste audit to determine the most suitable containers and collection frequency based on how much glass you need to recycle.
Get started today
Dispose of your commercial glass recycling safely with our reliable collection service. Contact us for a free quote and discover why businesses across the UK trust us with all their waste management needs.
