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Spring 2019 MRF Survey Results
Material Recovery Facility (MRF)Stakeholder Meeting
October 7th, 2019
Jennifer Semrau, Waste Reduction & Diversion
CoordinatorBureau of Waste & Materials Management
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Survey background
• Sent to MRFs serving WI RUs, April 18, 2019• Responses
requested by May 15• Purpose/Goals
– Learn what MRFs take (landfill banned and beyond)– Learn more
about contamination– Check in on markets
• Survey sent to 41 MRFs (self-certified as of 4/18) • Received
27 responses, on behalf of 30 MRFs• Response rate of ~73%• ~50%
single stream MRFs• MRF size ranged from less than 100
tons/year
to over 200,000 tons year
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“Table 1” Materials
Table 1 materials accepted for processing
Chart1
Aluminum cans
Magazines
Newspaper
OCC
Office paper
Steel cans
#1 PETE containers
#2 HDPE containers
Glass containers
Material type
% of responding MRFs
1
1
1
1
1
1
0.967
0.967
0.967
Question 2
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019? ? (check all that apply)
Material type% of respondentsN
Aluminum cans100.00%30
Magazines100.00%30
Newspaper100.00%30
OCC100.00%30
Office paper100.00%30
Steel cans100.00%30
#1 PETE containers96.70%29
#2 HDPE containers96.70%29
Glass containers96.70%29
Answered30
Skipped0
Question 2
Material type
% of responding MRFs
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019?
Question 3
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Paper productsAccept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Material typeAccept %Accept #Do not but recycle %Do not but
recycle #Detricmental %Detrimental #Non-detrimental
%Non-detrimental #N
Paperboard boxes96.67%293.33%10.00%00.00%030
Junk mail90.00%2710.00%30.00%00.00%030
Paperback/ phone books90.00%273.33%16.67%20.00%030
Paper/ Kraft bags86.67%2610.00%30.00%03.33%130
Shredded paper63.33%196.67%223.33%76.67%230
Cartons60.00%1810.00%313.33%416.67%530
Wrapping paper60.00%1816.67%510.00%313.33%430
Pizza boxes50.00%1523.33%713.33%413.33%430
Hardcover books40.00%1236.67%1113.33%410.00%330
Cold/ Hot paper cups20.00%620.00%626.67%833.33%1030
Preparation instructions for shredded paper:17
Answered30
Skipped0
RespondentsResponse DatePreparation instructions for shredded
paper:Tags
1Sep 30 2019 12:12 PMPrefered to have clean (must be free of
non-recyclable materials, i.e, plastic carbon paper, etc..)shredded
paper in bags or boxes.
2Sep 30 2019 12:03 PMShredded paper place in paper bag,
staple.
3May 14 2019 09:32 AMPut in paper bag and staple shut
4May 14 2019 08:40 AMMust be bagged
5May 14 2019 08:31 AMBring to the facility and drop off so it
will not be put through the sort line.
6May 14 2019 08:28 AMWe do not accept shredded paper. It
contaminates the glass recycling stream
7May 06 2019 09:26 AMAccepted at drop-off only. Dump shredded
paper into the paper dumpsters.
8May 03 2019 12:29 PMPut it in a paper bag.
9May 01 2019 01:43 PMplace in a small plastic grocery bag and
tie shut. should not be lager than a basketball.
10May 01 2019 08:18 AMbag separately
11Apr 25 2019 05:22 PMWe can take it not mixed with single
stream. If it comes to our facility inside a bag and mixed with
single stream we do recycle it, but if it escapes the bag it gets
in the glass and contaminates.
12Apr 23 2019 10:31 AMTake to a shredding event
13Apr 23 2019 09:48 AMin a paper bag, stapled shut and
labeled.
14Apr 22 2019 10:52 AMClear plastic bag or paper bag stapled
shut.
15Apr 19 2019 09:39 AMShredded paper ends up in our glass
16Apr 18 2019 10:12 PMloose
17Apr 18 2019 12:53 PMShed paper in a brown paper bag, staple
closed and label.
Question 3
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
% of responding MRFs
Acceptance of paper products
Question 5
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Metal products
Accept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Material typeAccept %Accept #Do not but recycle %Do not but
recycle #Detricmental %Detrimental #Non-detrimental
%Non-detrimental #N
Aerosol cans69.30%1910.00%323.30%73.30%130
Foil or foil-like containers50.00%1530.00%93.30%116.70%530
Pots and pans50.00%1530.00%913.30%46.70%230
Scrap metal46.70%1433.30%1016.70%53.30%130
Answered30
Skipped0
Question 5
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
% of responding MRFs
Acceptance of metal products
Question 7
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Plastic products
Accept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Material typeAccept %Accept #Do not but recycle %Do not but
recycle #Detricmental %Detrimental #Non-detrimental
%Non-detrimental #N
PP bottles70.00%216.70%26.70%216.70%530
PP containers & lids68.70%2010.00%310.00%313.30%430
Non-bottle PET containers53.30%1610.00%310.00%326.70%830
LDPE containers50.00%156.70%216.70%528.70%830
Other containers40.00%123.30%116.70%540.00%1230
Mixed bulky rigids40.00%1223.30%716.70%520.00%630
PET thermoforms36.70%1120.00%613.30%430.00%930
PVC containers33.30%106.70%220.00%640.00%1230
PS containers33.30%106.70%220.00%640.00%1230
Bags, wrap, film10.00%30.00%076.70%2313.30%430
EPS0.00%00.00%043.30%1356.70%1730
Answered30
Skipped0
Question 7
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
% of responding MRFs
Acceptance of plastic products
Question 11
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Which of the following materials have you had trouble finding
markets for over the last six months? (e.g., it was difficult to
find a buyer, even with a low price)? (check all that
apply)
Answer ChoicesResponses
Material type% of MRFsN
Steel cans3%1
Other7%2
#2 HDPE color7%2
Aluminum cans10%3
#2 HDPE natural10%3
Cartons10%3
#1 PETE13%4
Cardboard13%4
Glass20%6
Newspaper23%7
Mixed paper33%10
Plastic #3-743%13
Mixed bulky rigids43%13
Answered29
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateOther (please specify)Note
1Sep 30 2019 12:05 PMNo trouble marketing any of the
above.removed
2May 06 2019 09:35 AMWe've not had problems moving materials in
the last six months.removed
3May 03 2019 12:36 PMOur timing exceded 6 months but we have
issues with moving annual less than truckload quantities of bulky
rigidsremoved
4Apr 18 2019 10:13 PMvarious types of paper and plastic
5Apr 18 2019 01:01 PMPoly lined Kraft Bags
Question 11
Responses
% of rsponding MRFs
Which of the following materials have you had trouble finding
markets for over the last six months?
Question 13
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
What do you tell your customers about plastic bottle caps?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Leave caps on plastic bottles53%16
Remove and throw away plastic bottle caps17%5
We do not tell customers what to do with plastic bottle
caps17%5
Other10%3
Answered29
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateOther (please specify)Tags
1May 14 2019 09:01 AMWe request they remove the caps, but it is
not a requirement
2May 03 2019 12:36 PMWe wish they would focus on other issues.
Caps can go on loosely once the container is emptied.
3Apr 18 2019 12:56 PMReturn caps to "empty" bottles
Question 13
Responses
What do you tell your customers about plastic bottle caps?
Question 14
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Do you tell customers not to bag recyclables?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Yes83%25
No13%4
Answered29
Skipped1
Question 14
Responses
Do you tell customers not to bag recyclables?
Question 15
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Do you tell customers not to include items smaller than a
certain size (e.g., X inches across)?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Unsure13%4
No60%15
Yes, with the following size restriction:23%7
Answered26
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateYes, with the following size
restriction:Tags
1Sep 30 2019 12:14 PMWe ask them to brekdown boxes and use paper
bags if they bag recyclables.
2May 14 2019 09:33 AM3"
3May 14 2019 08:35 AM8 1/2 X 11
4May 03 2019 12:36 PMNot as much as we should. We include this
in more detailed explainations. Size is not a huge issue since we
don't use screens.
5Apr 25 2019 05:27 PMWe don't accept items smaller than 2" x 2"
unless it's glass or metal.
6Apr 23 2019 10:37 AManything smaller than a golfball
Question 15
Responses
Do you tell customers not to include items smaller than a
certain size (e.g., X inches across)?
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Paper MaterialsOther paper products accepted for processing
Chart1
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019? ? (check all that apply)
Question 2
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019? ? (check all that apply)
Material type% of respondentsN
Aluminum cans100.00%27
Steel cans100.00%27
Magazines100.00%27
Newspaper100.00%27
OCC100.00%27
Office paper100.00%27
Glass containers96.30%26
#1 PETE containers96.30%26
#2 HDPE containers96.30%26
Answered27
Skipped0
Question 2
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019? ? (check all that apply)
Question 3
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Paper productsAccept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Material typeAccept %Accept #Do not but recycle %Do not but
recycle #Detricmental %Detrimental #Non-detrimental
%Non-detrimental #N
Paperboard boxes96.30%263.70%10.00%00.00%027
Junk mail88.89%2411.11%30.00%00.00%027
Paperback/phone books88.89%243.70%17.41%20.00%027
Paper/Kraft bags85.19%2311.11%30.00%03.70%127
Shredded paper70.37%197.41%214.81%47.41%227
Cartons55.56%1511.11%314.81%418.52%527
Wrapping paper55.56%1518.52%511.11%314.81%427
Hardcover books44.44%1229.63%814.81%411.11%327
Pizza boxes44.44%1225.93%714.81%414.81%427
Cold/Hot paper cups25.93%722.22%622.22%629.63%827
Preparation instructions for shredded paper:17
Answered27
Skipped0
RespondentsResponse DatePreparation instructions for shredded
paper:Tags
1Sep 30 2019 12:12 PMPrefered to have clean (must be free of
non-recyclable materials, i.e, plastic carbon paper, etc..)shredded
paper in bags or boxes.
2Sep 30 2019 12:03 PMShredded paper place in paper bag,
staple.
3May 14 2019 09:32 AMPut in paper bag and staple shut
4May 14 2019 08:40 AMMust be bagged
5May 14 2019 08:31 AMBring to the facility and drop off so it
will not be put through the sort line.
6May 14 2019 08:28 AMWe do not accept shredded paper. It
contaminates the glass recycling stream
7May 06 2019 09:26 AMAccepted at drop-off only. Dump shredded
paper into the paper dumpsters.
8May 03 2019 12:29 PMPut it in a paper bag.
9May 01 2019 01:43 PMplace in a small plastic grocery bag and
tie shut. should not be lager than a basketball.
10May 01 2019 08:18 AMbag separately
11Apr 25 2019 05:22 PMWe can take it not mixed with single
stream. If it comes to our facility inside a bag and mixed with
single stream we do recycle it, but if it escapes the bag it gets
in the glass and contaminates.
12Apr 23 2019 10:31 AMTake to a shredding event
13Apr 23 2019 09:48 AMin a paper bag, stapled shut and
labeled.
14Apr 22 2019 10:52 AMClear plastic bag or paper bag stapled
shut.
15Apr 19 2019 09:39 AMShredded paper ends up in our glass
16Apr 18 2019 10:12 PMloose
17Apr 18 2019 12:53 PMShed paper in a brown paper bag, staple
closed and label.
Question 3
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
% of responding MRFs
Acceptance of paper products
Question 5
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Metal products
Accept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Aerosol cans66.67%1811.11%318.52%53.70%127
Foil or foil-like containers (e.g, pie
plates)51.85%1425.93%73.70%118.52%527
Pots and pans51.85%1425.93%714.81%47.41%227
Scrap metal48.15%1329.63%818.52%53.70%127
Answered27
Skipped0
Question 5
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
Metal products
Question 7
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Plastic products
Accept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Bags, wrap, film (bag in bag)11.11%30.00%074.07%2014.81%427
Non-bottle PET containers (e.g., #1 clear plastic fast food
cups)55.56%1511.11%311.11%322.22%627
PET thermoforms (e.g., #1 berry, bakery, salad
containers)40.74%1118.52%514.81%425.93%727
PVC containers (#3)33.33%97.41%222.22%637.04%1027
LDPE containers (#4)44.44%127.41%218.52%529.63%827
PP bottles (#5)66.67%187.41%27.41%218.52%527
PP containers and lids (e.g., #5 dairy
container)62.96%1711.11%311.11%314.81%427
PS containers (#6)33.33%97.41%222.22%637.04%1027
Other containers (#7)40.74%113.70%118.52%537.04%1027
Mixed bulky rigids (e.g., buckets, crates,
toys)33.33%925.93%718.52%522.22%627
Styrofoam packaging or containers
(EPS)0.00%00.00%044.44%1255.56%1527
Answered27
Skipped0
Question 7
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
Plastic products
Question 11
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Which of the following materials have you had trouble finding
markets for over the last six months? (e.g., it was difficult to
find a buyer, even with a low price)? (check all that
apply)
Answer ChoicesResponses
Material type% of MRFsN
Plastic #3-746%12
Plastic mixed bulky rigids46%12
Mixed paper27%7
Glass23%6
Newspaper15%4
Plastic #1 PETE15%4
Aluminum cans12%3
Cardboard (OCC)12%3
Plastic #2 HDPE natural12%3
Other8%2
Cartons8%2
Plastic #2 HDPE color8%2
Steel cans4%1
Answered26
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateOther (please specify)Note
1Sep 30 2019 12:05 PMNo trouble marketing any of the
above.removed
2May 06 2019 09:35 AMWe've not had problems moving materials in
the last six months.removed
3May 03 2019 12:36 PMOur timing exceded 6 months but we have
issues with moving annual less than truckload quantities of bulky
rigidsremoved
4Apr 18 2019 10:13 PMvarious types of paper and plastic
5Apr 18 2019 01:01 PMPoly lined Kraft Bags
Question 11
Responses
% of rsponding MRFs
Which of the following materials have you had trouble finding
markets for over the last six months?
Question 13
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
What do you tell your customers about plastic bottle caps?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Leave caps on plastic bottles50.00%13
Remove and throw away plastic bottle caps19.23%5
We do not tell customers what to do with plastic bottle
caps19.23%5
Other11.54%3
Answered26
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateOther (please specify)Tags
1May 14 2019 09:01 AMWe request they remove the caps, but it is
not a requirement
2May 03 2019 12:36 PMWe wish they would focus on other issues.
Caps can go on loosely once the container is emptied.
3Apr 18 2019 12:56 PMReturn caps to "empty" bottles
Question 13
Responses
What do you tell your customers about plastic bottle caps?
Question 14
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Do you tell customers not to bag recyclables?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Yes85%22
No15%4
Answered26
Skipped1
Question 14
Responses
Do you tell customers not to bag recyclables?
Question 15
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Do you tell customers not to include items smaller than a
certain size (e.g., X inches across)?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Unsure15%4
No62%16
Yes, with the following size restriction:23%6
Answered26
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateYes, with the following size
restriction:Tags
1Sep 30 2019 12:14 PMWe ask them to brekdown boxes and use paper
bags if they bag recyclables.
2May 14 2019 09:33 AM3"
3May 14 2019 08:35 AM8 1/2 X 11
4May 03 2019 12:36 PMNot as much as we should. We include this
in more detailed explainations. Size is not a huge issue since we
don't use screens.
5Apr 25 2019 05:27 PMWe don't accept items smaller than 2" x 2"
unless it's glass or metal.
6Apr 23 2019 10:37 AManything smaller than a golfball
Question 15
Responses
Do you tell customers not to include items smaller than a
certain size (e.g., X inches across)?
Chart1
Paperboard boxesPaperboard boxesPaperboard boxesPaperboard
boxes
Junk mailJunk mailJunk mailJunk mail
Paperback/ phone booksPaperback/ phone booksPaperback/ phone
booksPaperback/ phone books
Paper/ Kraft bagsPaper/ Kraft bagsPaper/ Kraft bagsPaper/ Kraft
bags
Shredded paperShredded paperShredded paperShredded paper
CartonsCartonsCartonsCartons
Wrapping paperWrapping paperWrapping paperWrapping paper
Pizza boxesPizza boxesPizza boxesPizza boxes
Hardcover booksHardcover booksHardcover booksHardcover books
Cold/ Hot paper cupsCold/ Hot paper cupsCold/ Hot paper
cupsCold/ Hot paper cups
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
Material type
% of responding MRFs
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0.1
0
0
0.9
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0
0.8666666667
0.1
0
0.0333333333
0.6333333333
0.0666666667
0.2333333333
0.0666666667
0.6
0.1
0.1333333333
0.1666666667
0.6
0.1666666667
0.1
0.1333333333
0.5
0.2333333333
0.1333333333
0.1333333333
0.4
0.3666666667
0.1333333333
0.1
0.2
0.2
0.2666666667
0.3333333333
Question 2
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019? ? (check all that apply)
Material type% of respondentsN
Aluminum cans100.00%30
Magazines100.00%30
Newspaper100.00%30
OCC100.00%30
Office paper100.00%30
Steel cans100.00%30
#1 PETE containers96.70%29
#2 HDPE containers96.70%29
Glass containers96.70%29
Answered30
Skipped0
Question 2
Material type
% of responding MRFs
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019?
Question 3
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Paper productsAccept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Material typeAccept %Accept #Do not but recycle %Do not but
recycle #Detricmental %Detrimental #Non-detrimental
%Non-detrimental #N
Paperboard boxes96.67%293.33%10.00%00.00%030
Junk mail90.00%2710.00%30.00%00.00%030
Paperback/ phone books90.00%273.33%16.67%20.00%030
Paper/ Kraft bags86.67%2610.00%30.00%03.33%130
Shredded paper63.33%196.67%223.33%76.67%230
Cartons60.00%1810.00%313.33%416.67%530
Wrapping paper60.00%1816.67%510.00%313.33%430
Pizza boxes50.00%1523.33%713.33%413.33%430
Hardcover books40.00%1236.67%1113.33%410.00%330
Cold/ Hot paper cups20.00%620.00%626.67%833.33%1030
Preparation instructions for shredded paper:17
Answered30
Skipped0
RespondentsResponse DatePreparation instructions for shredded
paper:Tags
1Sep 30 2019 12:12 PMPrefered to have clean (must be free of
non-recyclable materials, i.e, plastic carbon paper, etc..)shredded
paper in bags or boxes.
2Sep 30 2019 12:03 PMShredded paper place in paper bag,
staple.
3May 14 2019 09:32 AMPut in paper bag and staple shut
4May 14 2019 08:40 AMMust be bagged
5May 14 2019 08:31 AMBring to the facility and drop off so it
will not be put through the sort line.
6May 14 2019 08:28 AMWe do not accept shredded paper. It
contaminates the glass recycling stream
7May 06 2019 09:26 AMAccepted at drop-off only. Dump shredded
paper into the paper dumpsters.
8May 03 2019 12:29 PMPut it in a paper bag.
9May 01 2019 01:43 PMplace in a small plastic grocery bag and
tie shut. should not be lager than a basketball.
10May 01 2019 08:18 AMbag separately
11Apr 25 2019 05:22 PMWe can take it not mixed with single
stream. If it comes to our facility inside a bag and mixed with
single stream we do recycle it, but if it escapes the bag it gets
in the glass and contaminates.
12Apr 23 2019 10:31 AMTake to a shredding event
13Apr 23 2019 09:48 AMin a paper bag, stapled shut and
labeled.
14Apr 22 2019 10:52 AMClear plastic bag or paper bag stapled
shut.
15Apr 19 2019 09:39 AMShredded paper ends up in our glass
16Apr 18 2019 10:12 PMloose
17Apr 18 2019 12:53 PMShed paper in a brown paper bag, staple
closed and label.
Question 3
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
% of responding MRFs
Acceptance of paper products
Question 5
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Metal products
Accept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Material typeAccept %Accept #Do not but recycle %Do not but
recycle #Detricmental %Detrimental #Non-detrimental
%Non-detrimental #N
Aerosol cans69.30%1910.00%323.30%73.30%130
Foil or foil-like containers50.00%1530.00%93.30%116.70%530
Pots and pans50.00%1530.00%913.30%46.70%230
Scrap metal46.70%1433.30%1016.70%53.30%130
Answered30
Skipped0
Question 5
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
% of responding MRFs
Acceptance of metal products
Question 7
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Plastic products
Accept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Material typeAccept %Accept #Do not but recycle %Do not but
recycle #Detricmental %Detrimental #Non-detrimental
%Non-detrimental #N
PP bottles70.00%216.70%26.70%216.70%530
PP containers & lids68.70%2010.00%310.00%313.30%430
Non-bottle PET containers53.30%1610.00%310.00%326.70%830
LDPE containers50.00%156.70%216.70%528.70%830
Other containers40.00%123.30%116.70%540.00%1230
Mixed bulky rigids40.00%1223.30%716.70%520.00%630
PET thermoforms36.70%1120.00%613.30%430.00%930
PVC containers33.30%106.70%220.00%640.00%1230
PS containers33.30%106.70%220.00%640.00%1230
Bags, wrap, film10.00%30.00%076.70%2313.30%430
EPS0.00%00.00%043.30%1356.70%1730
Answered30
Skipped0
Question 7
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
% of responding MRFs
Acceptance of plastic products
Question 11
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Which of the following materials have you had trouble finding
markets for over the last six months? (e.g., it was difficult to
find a buyer, even with a low price)? (check all that
apply)
Answer ChoicesResponses
Material type% of MRFsN
Steel cans3%1
Other7%2
#2 HDPE color7%2
Aluminum cans10%3
#2 HDPE natural10%3
Cartons10%3
#1 PETE13%4
Cardboard13%4
Glass20%6
Newspaper23%7
Mixed paper33%10
Plastic #3-743%13
Mixed bulky rigids43%13
Answered29
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateOther (please specify)Note
1Sep 30 2019 12:05 PMNo trouble marketing any of the
above.removed
2May 06 2019 09:35 AMWe've not had problems moving materials in
the last six months.removed
3May 03 2019 12:36 PMOur timing exceded 6 months but we have
issues with moving annual less than truckload quantities of bulky
rigidsremoved
4Apr 18 2019 10:13 PMvarious types of paper and plastic
5Apr 18 2019 01:01 PMPoly lined Kraft Bags
Question 11
Responses
% of rsponding MRFs
Which of the following materials have you had trouble finding
markets for over the last six months?
Question 13
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
What do you tell your customers about plastic bottle caps?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Leave caps on plastic bottles53%16
Remove and throw away plastic bottle caps17%5
We do not tell customers what to do with plastic bottle
caps17%5
Other10%3
Answered29
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateOther (please specify)Tags
1May 14 2019 09:01 AMWe request they remove the caps, but it is
not a requirement
2May 03 2019 12:36 PMWe wish they would focus on other issues.
Caps can go on loosely once the container is emptied.
3Apr 18 2019 12:56 PMReturn caps to "empty" bottles
Question 13
Responses
What do you tell your customers about plastic bottle caps?
Question 14
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Do you tell customers not to bag recyclables?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Yes83%25
No13%4
Answered29
Skipped1
Question 14
Responses
Do you tell customers not to bag recyclables?
Question 15
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Do you tell customers not to include items smaller than a
certain size (e.g., X inches across)?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Unsure13%4
No60%15
Yes, with the following size restriction:23%7
Answered26
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateYes, with the following size
restriction:Tags
1Sep 30 2019 12:14 PMWe ask them to brekdown boxes and use paper
bags if they bag recyclables.
2May 14 2019 09:33 AM3"
3May 14 2019 08:35 AM8 1/2 X 11
4May 03 2019 12:36 PMNot as much as we should. We include this
in more detailed explainations. Size is not a huge issue since we
don't use screens.
5Apr 25 2019 05:27 PMWe don't accept items smaller than 2" x 2"
unless it's glass or metal.
6Apr 23 2019 10:37 AManything smaller than a golfball
Question 15
Responses
Do you tell customers not to include items smaller than a
certain size (e.g., X inches across)?
-
The picture can't be displayed.
Metal MaterialsOther metal products accepted for processing
Chart1
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019? ? (check all that apply)
Question 2
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019? ? (check all that apply)
Material type% of respondentsN
Aluminum cans100.00%27
Steel cans100.00%27
Magazines100.00%27
Newspaper100.00%27
OCC100.00%27
Office paper100.00%27
Glass containers96.30%26
#1 PETE containers96.30%26
#2 HDPE containers96.30%26
Answered27
Skipped0
Question 2
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019? ? (check all that apply)
Question 3
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Paper productsAccept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Material typeAccept %Accept #Do not but recycle %Do not but
recycle #Detricmental %Detrimental #Non-detrimental
%Non-detrimental #N
Paperboard boxes96.30%263.70%10.00%00.00%027
Junk mail88.89%2411.11%30.00%00.00%027
Paperback/phone books88.89%243.70%17.41%20.00%027
Paper/Kraft bags85.19%2311.11%30.00%03.70%127
Shredded paper70.37%197.41%214.81%47.41%227
Cartons55.56%1511.11%314.81%418.52%527
Wrapping paper55.56%1518.52%511.11%314.81%427
Hardcover books44.44%1229.63%814.81%411.11%327
Pizza boxes44.44%1225.93%714.81%414.81%427
Cold/Hot paper cups25.93%722.22%622.22%629.63%827
Preparation instructions for shredded paper:17
Answered27
Skipped0
RespondentsResponse DatePreparation instructions for shredded
paper:Tags
1Sep 30 2019 12:12 PMPrefered to have clean (must be free of
non-recyclable materials, i.e, plastic carbon paper, etc..)shredded
paper in bags or boxes.
2Sep 30 2019 12:03 PMShredded paper place in paper bag,
staple.
3May 14 2019 09:32 AMPut in paper bag and staple shut
4May 14 2019 08:40 AMMust be bagged
5May 14 2019 08:31 AMBring to the facility and drop off so it
will not be put through the sort line.
6May 14 2019 08:28 AMWe do not accept shredded paper. It
contaminates the glass recycling stream
7May 06 2019 09:26 AMAccepted at drop-off only. Dump shredded
paper into the paper dumpsters.
8May 03 2019 12:29 PMPut it in a paper bag.
9May 01 2019 01:43 PMplace in a small plastic grocery bag and
tie shut. should not be lager than a basketball.
10May 01 2019 08:18 AMbag separately
11Apr 25 2019 05:22 PMWe can take it not mixed with single
stream. If it comes to our facility inside a bag and mixed with
single stream we do recycle it, but if it escapes the bag it gets
in the glass and contaminates.
12Apr 23 2019 10:31 AMTake to a shredding event
13Apr 23 2019 09:48 AMin a paper bag, stapled shut and
labeled.
14Apr 22 2019 10:52 AMClear plastic bag or paper bag stapled
shut.
15Apr 19 2019 09:39 AMShredded paper ends up in our glass
16Apr 18 2019 10:12 PMloose
17Apr 18 2019 12:53 PMShed paper in a brown paper bag, staple
closed and label.
Question 3
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
% of responding MRFs
Acceptance of paper products
Question 5
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Metal products
Accept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Aerosol cans66.67%1811.11%318.52%53.70%127
Foil or foil-like containers (e.g, pie
plates)51.85%1425.93%73.70%118.52%527
Pots and pans51.85%1425.93%714.81%47.41%227
Scrap metal48.15%1329.63%818.52%53.70%127
Answered27
Skipped0
Question 5
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
Metal products
Question 7
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Plastic products
Accept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Bags, wrap, film (bag in bag)11.11%30.00%074.07%2014.81%427
Non-bottle PET containers (e.g., #1 clear plastic fast food
cups)55.56%1511.11%311.11%322.22%627
PET thermoforms (e.g., #1 berry, bakery, salad
containers)40.74%1118.52%514.81%425.93%727
PVC containers (#3)33.33%97.41%222.22%637.04%1027
LDPE containers (#4)44.44%127.41%218.52%529.63%827
PP bottles (#5)66.67%187.41%27.41%218.52%527
PP containers and lids (e.g., #5 dairy
container)62.96%1711.11%311.11%314.81%427
PS containers (#6)33.33%97.41%222.22%637.04%1027
Other containers (#7)40.74%113.70%118.52%537.04%1027
Mixed bulky rigids (e.g., buckets, crates,
toys)33.33%925.93%718.52%522.22%627
Styrofoam packaging or containers
(EPS)0.00%00.00%044.44%1255.56%1527
Answered27
Skipped0
Question 7
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
Plastic products
Question 11
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Which of the following materials have you had trouble finding
markets for over the last six months? (e.g., it was difficult to
find a buyer, even with a low price)? (check all that
apply)
Answer ChoicesResponses
Material type% of MRFsN
Plastic #3-746%12
Plastic mixed bulky rigids46%12
Mixed paper27%7
Glass23%6
Newspaper15%4
Plastic #1 PETE15%4
Aluminum cans12%3
Cardboard (OCC)12%3
Plastic #2 HDPE natural12%3
Other8%2
Cartons8%2
Plastic #2 HDPE color8%2
Steel cans4%1
Answered26
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateOther (please specify)Note
1Sep 30 2019 12:05 PMNo trouble marketing any of the
above.removed
2May 06 2019 09:35 AMWe've not had problems moving materials in
the last six months.removed
3May 03 2019 12:36 PMOur timing exceded 6 months but we have
issues with moving annual less than truckload quantities of bulky
rigidsremoved
4Apr 18 2019 10:13 PMvarious types of paper and plastic
5Apr 18 2019 01:01 PMPoly lined Kraft Bags
Question 11
Responses
% of rsponding MRFs
Which of the following materials have you had trouble finding
markets for over the last six months?
Question 13
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
What do you tell your customers about plastic bottle caps?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Leave caps on plastic bottles50.00%13
Remove and throw away plastic bottle caps19.23%5
We do not tell customers what to do with plastic bottle
caps19.23%5
Other11.54%3
Answered26
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateOther (please specify)Tags
1May 14 2019 09:01 AMWe request they remove the caps, but it is
not a requirement
2May 03 2019 12:36 PMWe wish they would focus on other issues.
Caps can go on loosely once the container is emptied.
3Apr 18 2019 12:56 PMReturn caps to "empty" bottles
Question 13
Responses
What do you tell your customers about plastic bottle caps?
Question 14
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Do you tell customers not to bag recyclables?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Yes85%22
No15%4
Answered26
Skipped1
Question 14
Responses
Do you tell customers not to bag recyclables?
Question 15
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Do you tell customers not to include items smaller than a
certain size (e.g., X inches across)?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Unsure15%4
No62%16
Yes, with the following size restriction:23%6
Answered26
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateYes, with the following size
restriction:Tags
1Sep 30 2019 12:14 PMWe ask them to brekdown boxes and use paper
bags if they bag recyclables.
2May 14 2019 09:33 AM3"
3May 14 2019 08:35 AM8 1/2 X 11
4May 03 2019 12:36 PMNot as much as we should. We include this
in more detailed explainations. Size is not a huge issue since we
don't use screens.
5Apr 25 2019 05:27 PMWe don't accept items smaller than 2" x 2"
unless it's glass or metal.
6Apr 23 2019 10:37 AManything smaller than a golfball
Question 15
Responses
Do you tell customers not to include items smaller than a
certain size (e.g., X inches across)?
Chart1
Aerosol cansAerosol cansAerosol cansAerosol cans
Foil or foil-like containersFoil or foil-like containersFoil or
foil-like containersFoil or foil-like containers
Pots and pansPots and pansPots and pansPots and pans
Scrap metalScrap metalScrap metalScrap metal
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
Material type
% of responding MRFs
0.693
0.1
0.233
0.033
0.5
0.3
0.033
0.167
0.5
0.3
0.133
0.067
0.467
0.333
0.167
0.033
Question 2
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019? ? (check all that apply)
Material type% of respondentsN
Aluminum cans100.00%30
Magazines100.00%30
Newspaper100.00%30
OCC100.00%30
Office paper100.00%30
Steel cans100.00%30
#1 PETE containers96.70%29
#2 HDPE containers96.70%29
Glass containers96.70%29
Answered30
Skipped0
Question 2
Material type
% of responding MRFs
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019?
Question 3
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Paper productsAccept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Material typeAccept %Accept #Do not but recycle %Do not but
recycle #Detricmental %Detrimental #Non-detrimental
%Non-detrimental #N
Paperboard boxes96.67%293.33%10.00%00.00%030
Junk mail90.00%2710.00%30.00%00.00%030
Paperback/ phone books90.00%273.33%16.67%20.00%030
Paper/ Kraft bags86.67%2610.00%30.00%03.33%130
Shredded paper63.33%196.67%223.33%76.67%230
Cartons60.00%1810.00%313.33%416.67%530
Wrapping paper60.00%1816.67%510.00%313.33%430
Pizza boxes50.00%1523.33%713.33%413.33%430
Hardcover books40.00%1236.67%1113.33%410.00%330
Cold/ Hot paper cups20.00%620.00%626.67%833.33%1030
Preparation instructions for shredded paper:17
Answered30
Skipped0
RespondentsResponse DatePreparation instructions for shredded
paper:Tags
1Sep 30 2019 12:12 PMPrefered to have clean (must be free of
non-recyclable materials, i.e, plastic carbon paper, etc..)shredded
paper in bags or boxes.
2Sep 30 2019 12:03 PMShredded paper place in paper bag,
staple.
3May 14 2019 09:32 AMPut in paper bag and staple shut
4May 14 2019 08:40 AMMust be bagged
5May 14 2019 08:31 AMBring to the facility and drop off so it
will not be put through the sort line.
6May 14 2019 08:28 AMWe do not accept shredded paper. It
contaminates the glass recycling stream
7May 06 2019 09:26 AMAccepted at drop-off only. Dump shredded
paper into the paper dumpsters.
8May 03 2019 12:29 PMPut it in a paper bag.
9May 01 2019 01:43 PMplace in a small plastic grocery bag and
tie shut. should not be lager than a basketball.
10May 01 2019 08:18 AMbag separately
11Apr 25 2019 05:22 PMWe can take it not mixed with single
stream. If it comes to our facility inside a bag and mixed with
single stream we do recycle it, but if it escapes the bag it gets
in the glass and contaminates.
12Apr 23 2019 10:31 AMTake to a shredding event
13Apr 23 2019 09:48 AMin a paper bag, stapled shut and
labeled.
14Apr 22 2019 10:52 AMClear plastic bag or paper bag stapled
shut.
15Apr 19 2019 09:39 AMShredded paper ends up in our glass
16Apr 18 2019 10:12 PMloose
17Apr 18 2019 12:53 PMShed paper in a brown paper bag, staple
closed and label.
Question 3
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
% of responding MRFs
Acceptance of paper products
Question 5
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Metal products
Accept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Material typeAccept %Accept #Do not but recycle %Do not but
recycle #Detricmental %Detrimental #Non-detrimental
%Non-detrimental #N
Aerosol cans69.30%1910.00%323.30%73.30%130
Foil or foil-like containers50.00%1530.00%93.30%116.70%530
Pots and pans50.00%1530.00%913.30%46.70%230
Scrap metal46.70%1433.30%1016.70%53.30%130
Answered30
Skipped0
Question 5
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
% of responding MRFs
Acceptance of metal products
Question 7
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Plastic products
Accept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Material typeAccept %Accept #Do not but recycle %Do not but
recycle #Detricmental %Detrimental #Non-detrimental
%Non-detrimental #N
PP bottles70.00%216.70%26.70%216.70%530
PP containers & lids68.70%2010.00%310.00%313.30%430
Non-bottle PET containers53.30%1610.00%310.00%326.70%830
LDPE containers50.00%156.70%216.70%528.70%830
Other containers40.00%123.30%116.70%540.00%1230
Mixed bulky rigids40.00%1223.30%716.70%520.00%630
PET thermoforms36.70%1120.00%613.30%430.00%930
PVC containers33.30%106.70%220.00%640.00%1230
PS containers33.30%106.70%220.00%640.00%1230
Bags, wrap, film10.00%30.00%076.70%2313.30%430
EPS0.00%00.00%043.30%1356.70%1730
Answered30
Skipped0
Question 7
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
% of responding MRFs
Acceptance of plastic products
Question 11
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Which of the following materials have you had trouble finding
markets for over the last six months? (e.g., it was difficult to
find a buyer, even with a low price)? (check all that
apply)
Answer ChoicesResponses
Material type% of MRFsN
Steel cans3%1
Other7%2
#2 HDPE color7%2
Aluminum cans10%3
#2 HDPE natural10%3
Cartons10%3
#1 PETE13%4
Cardboard13%4
Glass20%6
Newspaper23%7
Mixed paper33%10
Plastic #3-743%13
Mixed bulky rigids43%13
Answered29
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateOther (please specify)Note
1Sep 30 2019 12:05 PMNo trouble marketing any of the
above.removed
2May 06 2019 09:35 AMWe've not had problems moving materials in
the last six months.removed
3May 03 2019 12:36 PMOur timing exceded 6 months but we have
issues with moving annual less than truckload quantities of bulky
rigidsremoved
4Apr 18 2019 10:13 PMvarious types of paper and plastic
5Apr 18 2019 01:01 PMPoly lined Kraft Bags
Question 11
Responses
% of rsponding MRFs
Which of the following materials have you had trouble finding
markets for over the last six months?
Question 13
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
What do you tell your customers about plastic bottle caps?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Leave caps on plastic bottles53%16
Remove and throw away plastic bottle caps17%5
We do not tell customers what to do with plastic bottle
caps17%5
Other10%3
Answered29
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateOther (please specify)Tags
1May 14 2019 09:01 AMWe request they remove the caps, but it is
not a requirement
2May 03 2019 12:36 PMWe wish they would focus on other issues.
Caps can go on loosely once the container is emptied.
3Apr 18 2019 12:56 PMReturn caps to "empty" bottles
Question 13
Responses
What do you tell your customers about plastic bottle caps?
Question 14
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Do you tell customers not to bag recyclables?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Yes83%25
No13%4
Answered29
Skipped1
Question 14
Responses
Do you tell customers not to bag recyclables?
Question 15
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Do you tell customers not to include items smaller than a
certain size (e.g., X inches across)?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Unsure13%4
No60%15
Yes, with the following size restriction:23%7
Answered26
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateYes, with the following size
restriction:Tags
1Sep 30 2019 12:14 PMWe ask them to brekdown boxes and use paper
bags if they bag recyclables.
2May 14 2019 09:33 AM3"
3May 14 2019 08:35 AM8 1/2 X 11
4May 03 2019 12:36 PMNot as much as we should. We include this
in more detailed explainations. Size is not a huge issue since we
don't use screens.
5Apr 25 2019 05:27 PMWe don't accept items smaller than 2" x 2"
unless it's glass or metal.
6Apr 23 2019 10:37 AManything smaller than a golfball
Question 15
Responses
Do you tell customers not to include items smaller than a
certain size (e.g., X inches across)?
-
The picture can't be displayed.
Plastic Materials
PP bottles PP containers& lids
Non-bottlePET
containers
LDPEcontainers
Othercontainers
Mixed bulkyrigids
PETthermoforms
PVCcontainers
PS containers Bags, wrap,film
EPS0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%
Material type
% o
f res
pond
ing
MRF
s
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
Other plastic products accepted for processing
-
The picture can't be displayed.
Plastic CapsWhat do you tell your customers about plastic bottle
caps?
-
The picture can't be displayed.
Bagging Recyclables
Yes, 83%
No, 13%
Do you tell customers not to bag recyclables?
Chart1
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019? ? (check all that apply)
Question 2
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019? ? (check all that apply)
Material type% of respondentsN
Aluminum cans100.00%27
Steel cans100.00%27
Magazines100.00%27
Newspaper100.00%27
OCC100.00%27
Office paper100.00%27
Glass containers96.30%26
#1 PETE containers96.30%26
#2 HDPE containers96.30%26
Answered27
Skipped0
Question 2
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019? ? (check all that apply)
Question 3
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Paper productsAccept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Material typeAccept %Accept #Do not but recycle %Do not but
recycle #Detricmental %Detrimental #Non-detrimental
%Non-detrimental #N
Paperboard boxes96.30%263.70%10.00%00.00%027
Junk mail88.89%2411.11%30.00%00.00%027
Paperback/phone books88.89%243.70%17.41%20.00%027
Paper/Kraft bags85.19%2311.11%30.00%03.70%127
Shredded paper70.37%197.41%214.81%47.41%227
Cartons55.56%1511.11%314.81%418.52%527
Wrapping paper55.56%1518.52%511.11%314.81%427
Hardcover books44.44%1229.63%814.81%411.11%327
Pizza boxes44.44%1225.93%714.81%414.81%427
Cold/Hot paper cups25.93%722.22%622.22%629.63%827
Preparation instructions for shredded paper:17
Answered27
Skipped0
RespondentsResponse DatePreparation instructions for shredded
paper:Tags
1Sep 30 2019 12:12 PMPrefered to have clean (must be free of
non-recyclable materials, i.e, plastic carbon paper, etc..)shredded
paper in bags or boxes.
2Sep 30 2019 12:03 PMShredded paper place in paper bag,
staple.
3May 14 2019 09:32 AMPut in paper bag and staple shut
4May 14 2019 08:40 AMMust be bagged
5May 14 2019 08:31 AMBring to the facility and drop off so it
will not be put through the sort line.
6May 14 2019 08:28 AMWe do not accept shredded paper. It
contaminates the glass recycling stream
7May 06 2019 09:26 AMAccepted at drop-off only. Dump shredded
paper into the paper dumpsters.
8May 03 2019 12:29 PMPut it in a paper bag.
9May 01 2019 01:43 PMplace in a small plastic grocery bag and
tie shut. should not be lager than a basketball.
10May 01 2019 08:18 AMbag separately
11Apr 25 2019 05:22 PMWe can take it not mixed with single
stream. If it comes to our facility inside a bag and mixed with
single stream we do recycle it, but if it escapes the bag it gets
in the glass and contaminates.
12Apr 23 2019 10:31 AMTake to a shredding event
13Apr 23 2019 09:48 AMin a paper bag, stapled shut and
labeled.
14Apr 22 2019 10:52 AMClear plastic bag or paper bag stapled
shut.
15Apr 19 2019 09:39 AMShredded paper ends up in our glass
16Apr 18 2019 10:12 PMloose
17Apr 18 2019 12:53 PMShed paper in a brown paper bag, staple
closed and label.
Question 3
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
% of responding MRFs
Acceptance of paper products
Question 5
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Metal products
Accept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Aerosol cans66.67%1811.11%318.52%53.70%127
Foil or foil-like containers (e.g, pie
plates)51.85%1425.93%73.70%118.52%527
Pots and pans51.85%1425.93%714.81%47.41%227
Scrap metal48.15%1329.63%818.52%53.70%127
Answered27
Skipped0
Question 5
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
Metal products
Question 7
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Plastic products
Accept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Bags, wrap, film (bag in bag)11.11%30.00%074.07%2014.81%427
Non-bottle PET containers (e.g., #1 clear plastic fast food
cups)55.56%1511.11%311.11%322.22%627
PET thermoforms (e.g., #1 berry, bakery, salad
containers)40.74%1118.52%514.81%425.93%727
PVC containers (#3)33.33%97.41%222.22%637.04%1027
LDPE containers (#4)44.44%127.41%218.52%529.63%827
PP bottles (#5)66.67%187.41%27.41%218.52%527
PP containers and lids (e.g., #5 dairy
container)62.96%1711.11%311.11%314.81%427
PS containers (#6)33.33%97.41%222.22%637.04%1027
Other containers (#7)40.74%113.70%118.52%537.04%1027
Mixed bulky rigids (e.g., buckets, crates,
toys)33.33%925.93%718.52%522.22%627
Styrofoam packaging or containers
(EPS)0.00%00.00%044.44%1255.56%1527
Answered27
Skipped0
Question 7
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
Plastic products
Question 11
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Which of the following materials have you had trouble finding
markets for over the last six months? (e.g., it was difficult to
find a buyer, even with a low price)? (check all that
apply)
Answer ChoicesResponses
Material type% of MRFsN
Plastic #3-746%12
Plastic mixed bulky rigids46%12
Mixed paper27%7
Glass23%6
Newspaper15%4
Plastic #1 PETE15%4
Aluminum cans12%3
Cardboard (OCC)12%3
Plastic #2 HDPE natural12%3
Other8%2
Cartons8%2
Plastic #2 HDPE color8%2
Steel cans4%1
Answered26
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateOther (please specify)Note
1Sep 30 2019 12:05 PMNo trouble marketing any of the
above.removed
2May 06 2019 09:35 AMWe've not had problems moving materials in
the last six months.removed
3May 03 2019 12:36 PMOur timing exceded 6 months but we have
issues with moving annual less than truckload quantities of bulky
rigidsremoved
4Apr 18 2019 10:13 PMvarious types of paper and plastic
5Apr 18 2019 01:01 PMPoly lined Kraft Bags
Question 11
Responses
% of rsponding MRFs
Which of the following materials have you had trouble finding
markets for over the last six months?
Question 13
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
What do you tell your customers about plastic bottle caps?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Leave caps on plastic bottles50.00%13
Remove and throw away plastic bottle caps19.23%5
We do not tell customers what to do with plastic bottle
caps19.23%5
Other11.54%3
Answered26
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateOther (please specify)Tags
1May 14 2019 09:01 AMWe request they remove the caps, but it is
not a requirement
2May 03 2019 12:36 PMWe wish they would focus on other issues.
Caps can go on loosely once the container is emptied.
3Apr 18 2019 12:56 PMReturn caps to "empty" bottles
Question 13
Responses
What do you tell your customers about plastic bottle caps?
Question 14
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Do you tell customers not to bag recyclables?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Yes85%22
No15%4
Answered26
Skipped1
Question 14
Responses
Do you tell customers not to bag recyclables?
Question 15
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Do you tell customers not to include items smaller than a
certain size (e.g., X inches across)?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Unsure15%4
No62%16
Yes, with the following size restriction:23%6
Answered26
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateYes, with the following size
restriction:Tags
1Sep 30 2019 12:14 PMWe ask them to brekdown boxes and use paper
bags if they bag recyclables.
2May 14 2019 09:33 AM3"
3May 14 2019 08:35 AM8 1/2 X 11
4May 03 2019 12:36 PMNot as much as we should. We include this
in more detailed explainations. Size is not a huge issue since we
don't use screens.
5Apr 25 2019 05:27 PMWe don't accept items smaller than 2" x 2"
unless it's glass or metal.
6Apr 23 2019 10:37 AManything smaller than a golfball
Question 15
Responses
Do you tell customers not to include items smaller than a
certain size (e.g., X inches across)?
-
The picture can't be displayed.
Size RestrictionsDo you tell customers not to include items
smaller than a certain size?
Chart1
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019? ? (check all that apply)
Question 2
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019? ? (check all that apply)
Material type% of respondentsN
Aluminum cans100.00%27
Steel cans100.00%27
Magazines100.00%27
Newspaper100.00%27
OCC100.00%27
Office paper100.00%27
Glass containers96.30%26
#1 PETE containers96.30%26
#2 HDPE containers96.30%26
Answered27
Skipped0
Question 2
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019? ? (check all that apply)
Question 3
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Paper productsAccept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Material typeAccept %Accept #Do not but recycle %Do not but
recycle #Detricmental %Detrimental #Non-detrimental
%Non-detrimental #N
Paperboard boxes96.30%263.70%10.00%00.00%027
Junk mail88.89%2411.11%30.00%00.00%027
Paperback/phone books88.89%243.70%17.41%20.00%027
Paper/Kraft bags85.19%2311.11%30.00%03.70%127
Shredded paper70.37%197.41%214.81%47.41%227
Cartons55.56%1511.11%314.81%418.52%527
Wrapping paper55.56%1518.52%511.11%314.81%427
Hardcover books44.44%1229.63%814.81%411.11%327
Pizza boxes44.44%1225.93%714.81%414.81%427
Cold/Hot paper cups25.93%722.22%622.22%629.63%827
Preparation instructions for shredded paper:17
Answered27
Skipped0
RespondentsResponse DatePreparation instructions for shredded
paper:Tags
1Sep 30 2019 12:12 PMPrefered to have clean (must be free of
non-recyclable materials, i.e, plastic carbon paper, etc..)shredded
paper in bags or boxes.
2Sep 30 2019 12:03 PMShredded paper place in paper bag,
staple.
3May 14 2019 09:32 AMPut in paper bag and staple shut
4May 14 2019 08:40 AMMust be bagged
5May 14 2019 08:31 AMBring to the facility and drop off so it
will not be put through the sort line.
6May 14 2019 08:28 AMWe do not accept shredded paper. It
contaminates the glass recycling stream
7May 06 2019 09:26 AMAccepted at drop-off only. Dump shredded
paper into the paper dumpsters.
8May 03 2019 12:29 PMPut it in a paper bag.
9May 01 2019 01:43 PMplace in a small plastic grocery bag and
tie shut. should not be lager than a basketball.
10May 01 2019 08:18 AMbag separately
11Apr 25 2019 05:22 PMWe can take it not mixed with single
stream. If it comes to our facility inside a bag and mixed with
single stream we do recycle it, but if it escapes the bag it gets
in the glass and contaminates.
12Apr 23 2019 10:31 AMTake to a shredding event
13Apr 23 2019 09:48 AMin a paper bag, stapled shut and
labeled.
14Apr 22 2019 10:52 AMClear plastic bag or paper bag stapled
shut.
15Apr 19 2019 09:39 AMShredded paper ends up in our glass
16Apr 18 2019 10:12 PMloose
17Apr 18 2019 12:53 PMShed paper in a brown paper bag, staple
closed and label.
Question 3
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
% of responding MRFs
Acceptance of paper products
Question 5
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Metal products
Accept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Aerosol cans66.67%1811.11%318.52%53.70%127
Foil or foil-like containers (e.g, pie
plates)51.85%1425.93%73.70%118.52%527
Pots and pans51.85%1425.93%714.81%47.41%227
Scrap metal48.15%1329.63%818.52%53.70%127
Answered27
Skipped0
Question 5
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
Metal products
Question 7
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Plastic products
Accept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Bags, wrap, film (bag in bag)11.11%30.00%074.07%2014.81%427
Non-bottle PET containers (e.g., #1 clear plastic fast food
cups)55.56%1511.11%311.11%322.22%627
PET thermoforms (e.g., #1 berry, bakery, salad
containers)40.74%1118.52%514.81%425.93%727
PVC containers (#3)33.33%97.41%222.22%637.04%1027
LDPE containers (#4)44.44%127.41%218.52%529.63%827
PP bottles (#5)66.67%187.41%27.41%218.52%527
PP containers and lids (e.g., #5 dairy
container)62.96%1711.11%311.11%314.81%427
PS containers (#6)33.33%97.41%222.22%637.04%1027
Other containers (#7)40.74%113.70%118.52%537.04%1027
Mixed bulky rigids (e.g., buckets, crates,
toys)33.33%925.93%718.52%522.22%627
Styrofoam packaging or containers
(EPS)0.00%00.00%044.44%1255.56%1527
Answered27
Skipped0
Question 7
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
Plastic products
Question 11
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Which of the following materials have you had trouble finding
markets for over the last six months? (e.g., it was difficult to
find a buyer, even with a low price)? (check all that
apply)
Answer ChoicesResponses
Material type% of MRFsN
Plastic #3-746%12
Plastic mixed bulky rigids46%12
Mixed paper27%7
Glass23%6
Newspaper15%4
Plastic #1 PETE15%4
Aluminum cans12%3
Cardboard (OCC)12%3
Plastic #2 HDPE natural12%3
Other8%2
Cartons8%2
Plastic #2 HDPE color8%2
Steel cans4%1
Answered26
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateOther (please specify)Note
1Sep 30 2019 12:05 PMNo trouble marketing any of the
above.removed
2May 06 2019 09:35 AMWe've not had problems moving materials in
the last six months.removed
3May 03 2019 12:36 PMOur timing exceded 6 months but we have
issues with moving annual less than truckload quantities of bulky
rigidsremoved
4Apr 18 2019 10:13 PMvarious types of paper and plastic
5Apr 18 2019 01:01 PMPoly lined Kraft Bags
Question 11
Responses
% of rsponding MRFs
Which of the following materials have you had trouble finding
markets for over the last six months?
Question 13
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
What do you tell your customers about plastic bottle caps?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Leave caps on plastic bottles50.00%13
Remove and throw away plastic bottle caps19.23%5
We do not tell customers what to do with plastic bottle
caps19.23%5
Other11.54%3
Answered26
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateOther (please specify)Tags
1May 14 2019 09:01 AMWe request they remove the caps, but it is
not a requirement
2May 03 2019 12:36 PMWe wish they would focus on other issues.
Caps can go on loosely once the container is emptied.
3Apr 18 2019 12:56 PMReturn caps to "empty" bottles
Question 13
Responses
What do you tell your customers about plastic bottle caps?
Question 14
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Do you tell customers not to bag recyclables?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Yes85%22
No15%4
Answered26
Skipped1
Question 14
Responses
Do you tell customers not to bag recyclables?
Question 15
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Do you tell customers not to include items smaller than a
certain size (e.g., X inches across)?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Unsure15%4
No62%16
Yes, with the following size restriction:23%6
Answered26
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateYes, with the following size
restriction:Tags
1Sep 30 2019 12:14 PMWe ask them to brekdown boxes and use paper
bags if they bag recyclables.
2May 14 2019 09:33 AM3"
3May 14 2019 08:35 AM8 1/2 X 11
4May 03 2019 12:36 PMNot as much as we should. We include this
in more detailed explainations. Size is not a huge issue since we
don't use screens.
5Apr 25 2019 05:27 PMWe don't accept items smaller than 2" x 2"
unless it's glass or metal.
6Apr 23 2019 10:37 AManything smaller than a golfball
Question 15
Responses
Do you tell customers not to include items smaller than a
certain size (e.g., X inches across)?
-
The picture can't be displayed.
Difficult to MoveWhich of the following materials have you had
trouble finding markets for over the last
six months?
Chart1
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019? ? (check all that apply)
Question 2
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019? ? (check all that apply)
Material type% of respondentsN
Aluminum cans100.00%27
Steel cans100.00%27
Magazines100.00%27
Newspaper100.00%27
OCC100.00%27
Office paper100.00%27
Glass containers96.30%26
#1 PETE containers96.30%26
#2 HDPE containers96.30%26
Answered27
Skipped0
Question 2
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019? ? (check all that apply)
Question 3
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Paper productsAccept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Material typeAccept %Accept #Do not but recycle %Do not but
recycle #Detricmental %Detrimental #Non-detrimental
%Non-detrimental #N
Paperboard boxes96.30%263.70%10.00%00.00%027
Junk mail88.89%2411.11%30.00%00.00%027
Paperback/phone books88.89%243.70%17.41%20.00%027
Paper/Kraft bags85.19%2311.11%30.00%03.70%127
Shredded paper70.37%197.41%214.81%47.41%227
Cartons55.56%1511.11%314.81%418.52%527
Wrapping paper55.56%1518.52%511.11%314.81%427
Hardcover books44.44%1229.63%814.81%411.11%327
Pizza boxes44.44%1225.93%714.81%414.81%427
Cold/Hot paper cups25.93%722.22%622.22%629.63%827
Preparation instructions for shredded paper:17
Answered27
Skipped0
RespondentsResponse DatePreparation instructions for shredded
paper:Tags
1Sep 30 2019 12:12 PMPrefered to have clean (must be free of
non-recyclable materials, i.e, plastic carbon paper, etc..)shredded
paper in bags or boxes.
2Sep 30 2019 12:03 PMShredded paper place in paper bag,
staple.
3May 14 2019 09:32 AMPut in paper bag and staple shut
4May 14 2019 08:40 AMMust be bagged
5May 14 2019 08:31 AMBring to the facility and drop off so it
will not be put through the sort line.
6May 14 2019 08:28 AMWe do not accept shredded paper. It
contaminates the glass recycling stream
7May 06 2019 09:26 AMAccepted at drop-off only. Dump shredded
paper into the paper dumpsters.
8May 03 2019 12:29 PMPut it in a paper bag.
9May 01 2019 01:43 PMplace in a small plastic grocery bag and
tie shut. should not be lager than a basketball.
10May 01 2019 08:18 AMbag separately
11Apr 25 2019 05:22 PMWe can take it not mixed with single
stream. If it comes to our facility inside a bag and mixed with
single stream we do recycle it, but if it escapes the bag it gets
in the glass and contaminates.
12Apr 23 2019 10:31 AMTake to a shredding event
13Apr 23 2019 09:48 AMin a paper bag, stapled shut and
labeled.
14Apr 22 2019 10:52 AMClear plastic bag or paper bag stapled
shut.
15Apr 19 2019 09:39 AMShredded paper ends up in our glass
16Apr 18 2019 10:12 PMloose
17Apr 18 2019 12:53 PMShed paper in a brown paper bag, staple
closed and label.
Question 3
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
% of responding MRFs
Acceptance of paper products
Question 5
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Metal products
Accept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Aerosol cans66.67%1811.11%318.52%53.70%127
Foil or foil-like containers (e.g, pie
plates)51.85%1425.93%73.70%118.52%527
Pots and pans51.85%1425.93%714.81%47.41%227
Scrap metal48.15%1329.63%818.52%53.70%127
Answered27
Skipped0
Question 5
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
Metal products
Question 7
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Plastic products
Accept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Bags, wrap, film (bag in bag)11.11%30.00%074.07%2014.81%427
Non-bottle PET containers (e.g., #1 clear plastic fast food
cups)55.56%1511.11%311.11%322.22%627
PET thermoforms (e.g., #1 berry, bakery, salad
containers)40.74%1118.52%514.81%425.93%727
PVC containers (#3)33.33%97.41%222.22%637.04%1027
LDPE containers (#4)44.44%127.41%218.52%529.63%827
PP bottles (#5)66.67%187.41%27.41%218.52%527
PP containers and lids (e.g., #5 dairy
container)62.96%1711.11%311.11%314.81%427
PS containers (#6)33.33%97.41%222.22%637.04%1027
Other containers (#7)40.74%113.70%118.52%537.04%1027
Mixed bulky rigids (e.g., buckets, crates,
toys)33.33%925.93%718.52%522.22%627
Styrofoam packaging or containers
(EPS)0.00%00.00%044.44%1255.56%1527
Answered27
Skipped0
Question 7
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
Plastic products
Question 11
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Which of the following materials have you had trouble finding
markets for over the last six months? (e.g., it was difficult to
find a buyer, even with a low price)? (check all that
apply)
Answer ChoicesResponses
Material type% of MRFsN
Plastic #3-746%12
Plastic mixed bulky rigids46%12
Mixed paper27%7
Glass23%6
Newspaper15%4
Plastic #1 PETE15%4
Aluminum cans12%3
Cardboard (OCC)12%3
Plastic #2 HDPE natural12%3
Other8%2
Cartons8%2
Plastic #2 HDPE color8%2
Steel cans4%1
Answered26
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateOther (please specify)Note
1Sep 30 2019 12:05 PMNo trouble marketing any of the
above.removed
2May 06 2019 09:35 AMWe've not had problems moving materials in
the last six months.removed
3May 03 2019 12:36 PMOur timing exceded 6 months but we have
issues with moving annual less than truckload quantities of bulky
rigidsremoved
4Apr 18 2019 10:13 PMvarious types of paper and plastic
5Apr 18 2019 01:01 PMPoly lined Kraft Bags
Question 11
Responses
% of rsponding MRFs
Which of the following materials have you had trouble finding
markets for over the last six months?
Question 13
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
What do you tell your customers about plastic bottle caps?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Leave caps on plastic bottles50.00%13
Remove and throw away plastic bottle caps19.23%5
We do not tell customers what to do with plastic bottle
caps19.23%5
Other11.54%3
Answered26
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateOther (please specify)Tags
1May 14 2019 09:01 AMWe request they remove the caps, but it is
not a requirement
2May 03 2019 12:36 PMWe wish they would focus on other issues.
Caps can go on loosely once the container is emptied.
3Apr 18 2019 12:56 PMReturn caps to "empty" bottles
Question 13
Responses
What do you tell your customers about plastic bottle caps?
Question 14
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Do you tell customers not to bag recyclables?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Yes85%22
No15%4
Answered26
Skipped1
Question 14
Responses
Do you tell customers not to bag recyclables?
Question 15
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Do you tell customers not to include items smaller than a
certain size (e.g., X inches across)?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Unsure15%4
No62%16
Yes, with the following size restriction:23%6
Answered26
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateYes, with the following size
restriction:Tags
1Sep 30 2019 12:14 PMWe ask them to brekdown boxes and use paper
bags if they bag recyclables.
2May 14 2019 09:33 AM3"
3May 14 2019 08:35 AM8 1/2 X 11
4May 03 2019 12:36 PMNot as much as we should. We include this
in more detailed explainations. Size is not a huge issue since we
don't use screens.
5Apr 25 2019 05:27 PMWe don't accept items smaller than 2" x 2"
unless it's glass or metal.
6Apr 23 2019 10:37 AManything smaller than a golfball
Question 15
Responses
Do you tell customers not to include items smaller than a
certain size (e.g., X inches across)?
-
The picture can't be displayed.
Top Contaminants
Which of the following are the 5 biggest sources of
contamination in your system (cause most down time, biggest effect
on commodity value or worker safety)?• Asked to rank #1-#5, with #1
the worst• With ranking we can look at the data multiple ways:
– Top Contaminants by % of MRFs Selecting– Top Contaminants by
Sum– Average Ranking
-
The picture can't be displayed.
Top Contaminants (cont.)
• These items were #1 contaminant by at least 1 MRF:– Batteries–
Bulky Plastics– Tanglers– Food contamination– Plastic bags/film–
Scrap Metal
• When all methods are considered, we still arrive at a TOP 10
contaminants list
-
The picture can't be displayed.
Top Contaminants (cont.)Top contaminants by % of MRFs
selecting
Chart1
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019? ? (check all that apply)
Question 2
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019? ? (check all that apply)
Material type% of respondentsN
Aluminum cans100.00%27
Steel cans100.00%27
Magazines100.00%27
Newspaper100.00%27
OCC100.00%27
Office paper100.00%27
Glass containers96.30%26
#1 PETE containers96.30%26
#2 HDPE containers96.30%26
Answered27
Skipped0
Question 2
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019? ? (check all that apply)
Question 3
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Paper productsAccept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Material typeAccept %Accept #Do not but recycle %Do not but
recycle #Detricmental %Detrimental #Non-detrimental
%Non-detrimental #N
Paperboard boxes96.30%263.70%10.00%00.00%027
Junk mail88.89%2411.11%30.00%00.00%027
Paperback/phone books88.89%243.70%17.41%20.00%027
Paper/Kraft bags85.19%2311.11%30.00%03.70%127
Shredded paper70.37%197.41%214.81%47.41%227
Cartons55.56%1511.11%314.81%418.52%527
Wrapping paper55.56%1518.52%511.11%314.81%427
Hardcover books44.44%1229.63%814.81%411.11%327
Pizza boxes44.44%1225.93%714.81%414.81%427
Cold/Hot paper cups25.93%722.22%622.22%629.63%827
Preparation instructions for shredded paper:17
Answered27
Skipped0
RespondentsResponse DatePreparation instructions for shredded
paper:Tags
1Sep 30 2019 12:12 PMPrefered to have clean (must be free of
non-recyclable materials, i.e, plastic carbon paper, etc..)shredded
paper in bags or boxes.
2Sep 30 2019 12:03 PMShredded paper place in paper bag,
staple.
3May 14 2019 09:32 AMPut in paper bag and staple shut
4May 14 2019 08:40 AMMust be bagged
5May 14 2019 08:31 AMBring to the facility and drop off so it
will not be put through the sort line.
6May 14 2019 08:28 AMWe do not accept shredded paper. It
contaminates the glass recycling stream
7May 06 2019 09:26 AMAccepted at drop-off only. Dump shredded
paper into the paper dumpsters.
8May 03 2019 12:29 PMPut it in a paper bag.
9May 01 2019 01:43 PMplace in a small plastic grocery bag and
tie shut. should not be lager than a basketball.
10May 01 2019 08:18 AMbag separately
11Apr 25 2019 05:22 PMWe can take it not mixed with single
stream. If it comes to our facility inside a bag and mixed with
single stream we do recycle it, but if it escapes the bag it gets
in the glass and contaminates.
12Apr 23 2019 10:31 AMTake to a shredding event
13Apr 23 2019 09:48 AMin a paper bag, stapled shut and
labeled.
14Apr 22 2019 10:52 AMClear plastic bag or paper bag stapled
shut.
15Apr 19 2019 09:39 AMShredded paper ends up in our glass
16Apr 18 2019 10:12 PMloose
17Apr 18 2019 12:53 PMShed paper in a brown paper bag, staple
closed and label.
Question 3
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
% of responding MRFs
Acceptance of paper products
Question 5
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Metal products
Accept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Aerosol cans66.67%1811.11%318.52%53.70%127
Foil or foil-like containers (e.g, pie
plates)51.85%1425.93%73.70%118.52%527
Pots and pans51.85%1425.93%714.81%47.41%227
Scrap metal48.15%1329.63%818.52%53.70%127
Answered27
Skipped0
Question 5
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
Metal products
Question 7
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Plastic products
Accept for recyclingDo not officially accept, but
will recycleDo not accept (detrimental)Do not accept
(non-detrimental)Total
Bags, wrap, film (bag in bag)11.11%30.00%074.07%2014.81%427
Non-bottle PET containers (e.g., #1 clear plastic fast food
cups)55.56%1511.11%311.11%322.22%627
PET thermoforms (e.g., #1 berry, bakery, salad
containers)40.74%1118.52%514.81%425.93%727
PVC containers (#3)33.33%97.41%222.22%637.04%1027
LDPE containers (#4)44.44%127.41%218.52%529.63%827
PP bottles (#5)66.67%187.41%27.41%218.52%527
PP containers and lids (e.g., #5 dairy
container)62.96%1711.11%311.11%314.81%427
PS containers (#6)33.33%97.41%222.22%637.04%1027
Other containers (#7)40.74%113.70%118.52%537.04%1027
Mixed bulky rigids (e.g., buckets, crates,
toys)33.33%925.93%718.52%522.22%627
Styrofoam packaging or containers
(EPS)0.00%00.00%044.44%1255.56%1527
Answered27
Skipped0
Question 7
Accept for recycling
Do not officially accept, but will recycle
Do not accept (detrimental)
Do not accept (non-detrimental)
Plastic products
Question 11
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Which of the following materials have you had trouble finding
markets for over the last six months? (e.g., it was difficult to
find a buyer, even with a low price)? (check all that
apply)
Answer ChoicesResponses
Material type% of MRFsN
Plastic #3-746%12
Plastic mixed bulky rigids46%12
Mixed paper27%7
Glass23%6
Newspaper15%4
Plastic #1 PETE15%4
Aluminum cans12%3
Cardboard (OCC)12%3
Plastic #2 HDPE natural12%3
Other8%2
Cartons8%2
Plastic #2 HDPE color8%2
Steel cans4%1
Answered26
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateOther (please specify)Note
1Sep 30 2019 12:05 PMNo trouble marketing any of the
above.removed
2May 06 2019 09:35 AMWe've not had problems moving materials in
the last six months.removed
3May 03 2019 12:36 PMOur timing exceded 6 months but we have
issues with moving annual less than truckload quantities of bulky
rigidsremoved
4Apr 18 2019 10:13 PMvarious types of paper and plastic
5Apr 18 2019 01:01 PMPoly lined Kraft Bags
Question 11
Responses
% of rsponding MRFs
Which of the following materials have you had trouble finding
markets for over the last six months?
Question 13
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
What do you tell your customers about plastic bottle caps?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Leave caps on plastic bottles50.00%13
Remove and throw away plastic bottle caps19.23%5
We do not tell customers what to do with plastic bottle
caps19.23%5
Other11.54%3
Answered26
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateOther (please specify)Tags
1May 14 2019 09:01 AMWe request they remove the caps, but it is
not a requirement
2May 03 2019 12:36 PMWe wish they would focus on other issues.
Caps can go on loosely once the container is emptied.
3Apr 18 2019 12:56 PMReturn caps to "empty" bottles
Question 13
Responses
What do you tell your customers about plastic bottle caps?
Question 14
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Do you tell customers not to bag recyclables?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Yes85%22
No15%4
Answered26
Skipped1
Question 14
Responses
Do you tell customers not to bag recyclables?
Question 15
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Do you tell customers not to include items smaller than a
certain size (e.g., X inches across)?
Answer ChoicesResponses
Unsure15%4
No62%16
Yes, with the following size restriction:23%6
Answered26
Skipped1
RespondentsResponse DateYes, with the following size
restriction:Tags
1Sep 30 2019 12:14 PMWe ask them to brekdown boxes and use paper
bags if they bag recyclables.
2May 14 2019 09:33 AM3"
3May 14 2019 08:35 AM8 1/2 X 11
4May 03 2019 12:36 PMNot as much as we should. We include this
in more detailed explainations. Size is not a huge issue since we
don't use screens.
5Apr 25 2019 05:27 PMWe don't accept items smaller than 2" x 2"
unless it's glass or metal.
6Apr 23 2019 10:37 AManything smaller than a golfball
Question 15
Responses
Do you tell customers not to include items smaller than a
certain size (e.g., X inches across)?
Chart1
Scrap metal
Diapers
Propane cylinders
Needles/Sharps
Shredded paper
Bulky plastics
Foam PS
Food contamination
Tanglers
Plastic bags/film
% of responding MRFs
Contaminants
% of responding MRFs
0.233
0.267
0.3
0.333
0.333
0.367
0.467
0.5
0.6
0.933
Average ranking
Scrap metal
Diapers
Propane cylinders
Needles/Sharps
Shredded paper
Bulky plastics
Foam PS
Food contamination
Tanglers
Plastic bags/film
Mean
Average ranking (10 = #1 contamnat; 2 = #5 contaminant
Top contaminants, by average ranking
6.29
4.25
4.67
3.2
6.4
7.27
4.57
6.13
5.56
8.93
Top by sum
Scrap metal
Diapers
Propane cylinders
Needles/Sharps
Shredded paper
Bulky plastics
Foam PS
Food contamination
Tanglers
Plastic bags/film
Sum
Sum of "points" assigned to rankings
Top contaminants, based on sum of rankings
44
34
42
32
64
80
64
92
100
250
Top by % of MRFs
Scrap metal
Diapers
Propane cylinders
Needles/Sharps
Shredded paper
Bulky plastics
Foam PS
Food contamination
Tanglers
Plastic bags/film
% of responding MRFs
% of responding MRFs
Top contaminants by % of MRFs selecting
0.233
0.267
0.3
0.333
0.333
0.367
0.467
0.5
0.6
0.933
Top 10
Material typeMeanSumN% of responding MRFsStd.
DeviationMaximumMinimumColumn1
Scrap metal6.2944723.30%2.696Contaminant #5Contaminant #1
Diapers4.2534826.70%2.2524Contaminant #5Contaminant #2
Propane cylinders4.6742930.00%2.2364Contaminant #5Contaminant
#2
Needles/Sharps3.2321033.30%2.152Contaminant #5Contaminant #2
Shredded paper6.4641033.30%1.8386Contaminant #5Contaminant
#2
Bulky plastics7.27801136.70%3.0038Contaminant #5Contaminant
#1
Foam PS4.57641446.70%2.4094Contaminant #5Contaminant #2
Food contamination6.13921550.00%2.26Contaminant #5Contaminant
#1
Tanglers5.561001860.00%2.5265Contaminant #5Contaminant #1
Plastic bags/film8.932502893.30%1.84410Contaminant #4Contaminant
#1
Full list
Material typeMeanSumN% of responding MRFsStd.
DeviationMedianMinimumMaximum
Plastic bags/film8.932502893.30%1.84410Contaminant #4Contaminant
#1
Tanglers5.561001860.00%2.5265Contaminant #5Contaminant #1
Food contamnation6.13921550.00%2.26Contaminant #5Contaminant
#1
Foam PS4.57641446.70%2.4094Contaminant #5Contaminant #2
Bulky plastics7.27801136.70%3.0038Contaminant #5Contaminant
#1
Shredded paper6.4641033.30%1.8386Contaminant #5Contaminant
#2
Needles/Sharps3.2321033.30%2.152Contaminant #5Contaminant #2
Propane cylinders4.6742930.00%2.2364Contaminant #5Contaminant
#2
Diapers4.2534826.70%2.2524Contaminant #5Contaminant #2
Scrap metal6.2944723.30%2.696Contaminant #5Contaminant #1
Batteries624413.30%2.8285Contaminant #4Contaminant #1
Elecronics3.514413.30%32Contaminant #5Contaminant #2
Animal carcasses3.3310310.00%2.3092Contaminant #5Contaminant
#3
Textiles4826.70%04Contaminant #4Contaminant #4
Flexible puches8813.30%.8Contaminant #2Contaminant #2
Hazardous Waste4413.30%.4Contaminant #4Contaminant #4
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Top Contaminants (cont.)Top contaminants, based on sum of
rankings
Chart1
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019? ? (check all that apply)
Question 2
DNR Spring 2019 Materials Recovery Facility Survey
Which of the following materials does your MRF accept for
processing as of April 2019? ? (check all that apply)
Material type% of respondentsN
Aluminum cans100.00%27
Steel cans100.00%27
Magazines100.00%27
Newspaper100.00%27
OCC100.00%27
Office paper100.00%27
Glass containers96.30%26
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