How to Separate Materials

June 11, 2015

Large construction and demolition projects typically result in a great deal of scraps and waste in Atlanta at the conclusion of the task. Fortunately, this presents the opportunity for cardboard, plastic, and metal recycling, which can put these materials back into circulation rather than sending them to a landfill. Watch this video to find out how to separate these materials.

Separating out reusable materials from waste and debris is an important process, and it tends to be most successful when it is done on site because the materials are cleaner. Separating and recycling cardboard, plastic, and metal are typically easier tasks with construction projects, as demolition debris is sometimes contaminated. Qualified waste specialists can go through the waste products left over at the end of a project and sort out any useable lumber, aluminum, concrete, or other valuable materials that can be repurposed for new products, packaging, or projects.

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