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Introduction At Green Planet Recycling, we understand the importance of high-quality packaging materials for businesses. LDPE shrink wrap is a popular packaging solution for businesses in Calgary, Canada, and beyond. In this article, we will delve into the world of LDPE shrink wrap, highlighting its benefits, applications, and why it stands out from other packaging materials. CONTACT US for a FREE QUOTE What is LDPE Shrink Wrap? LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene) shrink wrap is a versatile and highly flexible packaging material that offers outstanding protection and aesthetics. It is created by applying heat to a specially formulated plastic film, which tightly conforms...

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Bottles are a big part of our waste stream, but what happens when you're done drinking from them? You can recycle the bottle itself and use it again, but what about the lid? It turns it is not a simple question to answer. Do you need recycling services? Green Planet Recycling provides custom recycling programs. CONTACT US for a FREE QUOTE Only some places accept bottle caps in their recycling programs. So can you recycle bottle caps? Here's what we know about how it works: It's not as simple as throwing your caps into a bin and watching them get recycled....

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Plastic is everywhere in our lives, from the cars we drive to the clothes we wear and even the food we eat. However, not all plastics are created equal. There are seven different types of plastics that you can find in Alberta. CALL NOW for FREE QUOTE Resin Code 1 - PET (polyethylene terephthalate): Carbonated soft drink bottles, water bottles, peanut butter containers, cooking oil bottles. It is 100% recyclable. PET (polyethylene terephthalate): Carbonated soft drink bottles, water bottles, peanut butter containers, cooking oil bottles. PET is 100% recyclable. It can be recycled into new bottles and other products. In addition...

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Green Planet Recycling can help you recycle different kinds of film in Calgary and surrounding area. We can help you dispose and recycle different kinds of film, including projector film, x-ray film, mylar, lytho film and more. CONTACT US for a FREE QUOTE We are happy to work with individuals or industries that use imaging in their operations, like veterinarians and chiropractors. Our goal is to provide you with the best quality, environmentally responsible film recycling services in Calgary. We can help you dispose of your unused, old or unusable film materials and give them a second life. Our mission...

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Green Planet Recycling is here to help you with your used HDPE buckets, pails, and drums. We'll take care of the disposal and recycling of any plastic containers you have. CONTACT US for a FREE QUOTE. We offer services in Calgary and surrounding area. We can pick up your containers or deliver them to our location. HDPE plastic recycling process Old plastic buckets, drums and pails are cut down into regrind. This regrind is then used to make new plastic products, such as pallets, crates and containers. The process of recycling plastic saves energy, reduces air pollution and conserves natural...

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Metal is one of the best materials to recycle, because it keeps its properties no matter how often you recycle it. Green Planet Recycling offers services of picking up and recycling your metal in Calgary and surrounding communities. Aluminium and steel are the two most popular metals to recycle, but we can also pick up your used tin, brass and copper. We’re happy to come and pick up your used metal, no matter how much or how little you have. We can help you get rid of your old washers and dryers, bathtubs, sinks and other bath fixtures. We can...

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Shrink wrap is a huge part of our lives. But at the end of their useful life, it shouldn't just be tossed into the trash bin. You've heard of recycling aluminium cans, paper products and plastic bottles. But did you know can also recycle shrink wrap and other types of plastic film to help reduce waste in Calgary. Wrap film, as it is also called, is one of the best forms of plastics that can be recycled. They do, however, require their own machinery. Left with the other garbage, this stretchy material will clog, and sometimes break down machinery that...

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Industrial plastics are a huge waste problem, but they can be recycled responsibly. We at Green Planet Recycling offer industrial plastic recycling for Calgary and the surrounding area, so you can get rid of your waste and help the environment at the same time! CALL NOW for a FREE QUOTE Overview of industrial plastics Industrial plastics are polymer-based materials that are used to create bottles, bags, pipes and numerous other items. You could say our world is built with different types of industrial plastic. They're made up of various types of polymers, which is why they can be recycled into...

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