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Food recycling bins are containers designed to store and collect food waste. Our food recycling bins have been used by councils, schools, offices, households, commercial kitchens and more. These bins support businesses in complying with recycling regulations and help households separate food waste for kerbside council collections in line with UK government Simpler Recycling guidance.
Our range makes it simple to separate food waste, with accessible bins made from easy-to-clean materials that allow you to dispose of your scraps hygienically and sustainably. With both indoor and outdoor units available and sizes ranging from three litres up to 160 litres, our food recycling bins can suit any space.
Choosing the right food recycling bin depends on a number of factors. Environments like canteens that create large amounts of food waste are likely to require bins with capacities of at least 25 litres. While 3-10 litres may be sufficient for small household kitchens where food waste is limited. Design is another important consideration, and we offer everything from bright and colourful options – ideal for encouraging younger minds to get into good habits in schools, to sleek and smart for the professional environment.
Lids on indoor food recycling bins are typically designed for easy access and to reduce odours, while outdoor bins tend to be larger (at least 25L) and more robust. Food recycling bins should be durable and we ensure this by using high-quality, sustainable materials, along with sturdy craftsmanship to protect against leaks and contain odours. These bins are easy to clean and hard-wearing, giving you confidence they will last a long time.
Recycling rules for large parts of the UK now require businesses to separate their food waste for collection. This applies to larger workplaces in England and will be extended to those with fewer than 10 full-time equivalent employees from 31 March 2027. It already applies to all workplaces in Wales, while in Scotland and Northern Ireland, businesses that produce more than 5kg of food waste must arrange separate collections.
Food waste collections from households have been expanded across the UK in recent years. In England, Simpler Recycling regulations legally require all local councils to carry this out weekly. We have a range of food caddies suitable for both kitchen use and kerbside collection to support effective waste separation.
Compostable bin liners help to keep food recycling clean and should be changed regularly to reduce bad odours. Other types of waste should not be placed in food recycling bins. Clear signage and colour-coded labels help to reduce contamination.
Recycling food waste ensures your offcuts are kept from rotting in landfill or being incinerated, both of which are hazardous to the environment and contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. Once collected, food waste is typically processed through composting or anaerobic digestion. This can generate biogas for electricity and heat, with the remaining material used as fertiliser to help farmers grow new crops and regenerate land.
RecyclingBins.co.uk was founded in the latter part of 2010, but is part of the well-established Jaydee Living Ltd business. You can rest assured that you will receive the very best in pre and post sales aftercare.
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