EPS Recycle

Packaging Foam Recycling
 
We have recently begun processing packaging foam, and would love to help you manage your foam-based waste.
 
How to define the type of foam:
1. EPS- Expanded Polystyrene
 
Fire Resistant EPS foam can be confirmed by burning. It is self-extinguishing, and is usually found in construction/building materials. Unfortunately, we cannot process this type because of the additional additives present in the foam.
 
Non-Fire Resistant EPS Foam is the most popular packaging materials for small appliance, electronics and other general goods. We would be happy to accept this type.
Other types of foam exist:
2. EPP – Expanded Polypropylene
3. EPE – Expanded Polyethylene
4. PU – Polyurethane
5. Insta-Pack – A special compound that can be molded in any shape
 
Please call us to figure out what type you have, and what opportunities exist to recycle them.
 
Recycling non-fire-retardant EPS Foam:
 
To ensure a safe, efficient and successful recycling process, the foam must be clean, non-fire-retardant EPS that is not contaminated with other materials or waste such as food, corrugated cardboard, wood, paper, metal, pebbles, dirt, or any other plastic. Unfortunately, wet, dirty foam cannot be recycled. Painted EPS and EPS glued to corrugated cardboard also cannot be recycled.
 
Please ensure that all labels and bar-coding stickers are removed, and collect loose pieces in clear plastic bags (not including packing peanuts: please call the Peanut Hotline at 800-828-2214)
 
Small and light loads of EPS foam may be mailed or shipped to GBIM.
 
 
 
RIGHT OF REFUSAL
GB Industrial Materials Corp. reserves the right to reject any EPS Foam that does not meet the above specifications. All rejected material will be returned to the supplier at their expense.