Papermake Guide: Waste, Recycling & Utility Containers

Choosing the right waste and recycling containers keeps your operation clean, safe, and efficient. This guide explains container types, lid options, mobility choices, and how to match the right container to each area of your facility.

1. Types of Commercial Containers
Indoor Waste Containers

Used in offices, washrooms, lobbies, and hallways. Available in small desk-side sizes up to large lobby bins.

Outdoor & Heavy-Duty Containers

Thick-walled, impact-resistant containers designed for outdoor garbage, loading docks, and back-of-house areas.

Recycling Stations

Multi-stream containers designed to sort paper, bottles, cans, organics, or mixed recycling. Colour-coded lids and labels support compliance.

Foodservice Containers

Containers with smooth internal surfaces and optional dolly systems for moving heavy organic waste or prep scraps.

2. Lid Styles & Their Best Uses
3. Mobility, Dollies & Handling

Adding wheels or dollies helps staff move containers safely and reduces injury risk. Consider mobility for:

4. Materials & Durability

For outdoor or high-impact environments, choose thicker-walled containers with reinforced rims and bases.

5. Choosing the Right Size

Container size should match traffic and waste volume:

6. Papermake Container Categories

Papermake offers a complete line of waste, recycling, and utility containers for all commercial environments.

Indoor Waste Containers

Small, medium, and large containers for office and public areas.
Browse Indoor Waste Containers »

Outdoor & Heavy-Duty Containers

High-durability options for warehouses, docks, and exterior use.
Browse Heavy-Duty Containers »

Recycling Containers & Stations

Multi-stream recycling systems with colour-coded lids and openings.
Browse Recycling Stations »

7. Need Help Choosing Containers for Your Facility?

Papermake can help you build a container program that meets waste volume, traffic, and recycling needs while keeping your space clean and compliant.

Explore our container categories:

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