Dry Mixed Recycling Collection

Dry Mixed Recycling (DMR) is a recycling stream that allows multiple clean, dry recyclable materials to be collected in one bin rather than separated at the point of disposal. It typically includes items such as paper, cardboard, plastic containers, metal cans, and cartons, provided they are free from food, liquids, and contamination. Dry Mixed Recycling collections are taken to Recorra’s Materials Recovery Facility (MRF), where they are sorted and processed into individual material streams for recycling. Dry Mixed Recycling makes recycling simpler and more convenient, especially for businesses, while helping to reduce waste sent to landfill.

No, glass should not be placed in your dry mixed recycling collection. Items like bottles and jars are collected separately because glass can contaminate other recyclables, pose a safety risk to drivers, and damage sorting equipment. To be recycled properly, glass should be disposed of through Recorra’s dedicated glass recycling service rather than in the dry mixed recycling bin.

Dry Mixed Recycling includes common clean and dry recyclable materials that can be placed together in one bin and sorted later at a recycling facility. This typically covers paper and cardboard, plastic bottles, tubs and trays, metal food and drink cans, and cartons. Items such as food waste, glass, flexible plastics, tissues or heavily soiled packaging are not classed as dry mixed recycling and should be disposed of separately.

Yes, Mixed recycling is sorted after collection. Once your Dry Mixed Recycling collection reaches a Materials Recovery Facility (MRF), all the materials are separated into individual streams using a combination of manual and automated processes. Paper, cardboard, plastics, and metals are then compacted and prepared to be sent to specialist recycling partners, where they are transformed into new products ready for reuse. 

Setting up a Dry Mixed Recycling collection with Recorra is quick and straightforward. Use our online quoting tool to specify your requirements, including collection type and frequency, or contact us directly to discuss a more bespoke solution tailored to your business needs.

We provide the right Dry Mixed Recycling (dmr) containers for your premises, complete with colour coding to help staff separate clean, dry recyclables such as plastics, metals, paper, and cardboard. Our licensed team will collect your recycling on a schedule that suits your business and ensure it is responsibly processed, helping you stay compliant and environmentally responsible.

We offer a range of options to suit your business’s needs, with the cost of Dry Mixed Recycling collections varying by collection type and frequency. Wheeled bin collections start from £6.30 per bin collection, while colour-coded prepaid kerbside sacks start from £1.25 per sack, with collection included.

For larger volumes, portable or static compactors are available, with pricing provided on request. Use our online quoting tool to receive a personalised and accurate quote for our services today.

A waste management company is responsible for collecting, transporting, processing, recycling, and disposing of waste materials in a safe and environmentally responsible way. At Recorra, we go beyond waste collection. We deliver innovative recycling solutions, transparent reporting, and expert guidance to help businesses reduce their environmental impact and achieve their sustainability goals. Our reliable, forward-thinking approach makes us the smart choice for organisations that care about their future and the planet.