Toner Cartridge Recycling
In 1999 over 7 million toner printer cartridges were consumed in the UK. Threequarters of these were thrown away, accounting for as much as 15,000 tonnes of waste plastic and metal. Each laser cartridge that is recycled conserves the equivalent of approximately one litre of oil.
Toner cartridges can not be refilled, but most types can be remanufactured. The cartridges are sent to a factory where they are completely dismantled and cleaned, any worn parts are replaced, and the drum either re-coated or replaced. They are then refilled with fresh toner, tested and sold with a guarantee. One in four cartridges sold in the UK are remanufactured.
Toner cartridges can not be refilled, but most types can be remanufactured. The cartridges are sent to a factory where they are completely dismantled and cleaned, any worn parts are replaced, and the drum either re-coated or replaced. They are then refilled with fresh toner, tested and sold with a guarantee. One in four cartridges sold in the UK are remanufactured.
The Advantages
Recycling empty laser toner cartridges and inkjet cartridges helps reduce waste and prevent potentially harmful toner ink leaching into the soil.
The System
Empty cartridges should be put back in the boxes that they were supplied in. Alternatively, we have a selection of containers which are suitable for storing cartridges prior to collection.
If you are a Multi-Cycler customer (formerly Maxiwaste) you are able to add a small quantity of toner cartridges with the Multi-Cycler collection at no extra cost.
If you are a Multi-Cycler customer (formerly Maxiwaste) you are able to add a small quantity of toner cartridges with the Multi-Cycler collection at no extra cost.
