Welcome to the first edition of the quarterly Midwest Recyclers Digest!  To begin this newsletter, I would like to take this opportunity introduce myself, Donna Hovey, as the new Regional Manager for the Midwest.  I have been with Busch Systems for over a year and I am excited to be working with you fine folks in the Midwest.  Also here to ... [ Read more ]

Barrie, Ontario, January 23, 2012 — Busch Systems International, a leader in recycling, waste and compost containers has just announced they will be holding a contest on Facebook for colleges and universities in North America, beginning January 23, 2012. The ‘Like the Logo Contest’ will be hosted on Facebook, where colleges and universities across North America can post their campus recycling ... [ Read more ]

Barrie, Ontario, January 13, 2011 — Busch Systems International, a leader in recycling, waste and compost containers has recently launched a product that is more aesthetically pleasing than the typical metal recycling receptacle and also takes measures to prevent cross-contamination while providing a fire resistant collection option. The new Evolution Series is available with a variety of customization based on the specific ... [ Read more ]

East Northumberland Secondary School (ENSS) is proud to have installed a new recycling collection system for the hallways and cafeteria of ENSS.  We also purchased two robust units for outside.  We are striving to become a waste leader within our community, and divert waste from our local landfill. We are encouraging our staff and students of ENSS to get on board and learn the new ... [ Read more ]

I wanted to you know how pleased we have been with our new Multi-Recycler recycling containers!  As you know, we here at Discovery Child Care get the children involved in recycling right in the classroom.  These smaller basket type recycling containers with carrying handles have been a BIG hit with the kids.  The Busch Systems containers help make it easy for kids to recycle! They can each ... [ Read more ]

Barrie, Ontario, December 15, 2011 — E-waste is a growing concern with environmental groups around the world. Unfortunately, less than 20% of all e-waste in North America is recycled as it instead finds its way into our landfills. In an effort to promote the collection and recycling of e-waste, Busch Systems is offering customized e-waste collection containers for recycling programs ... [ Read more ]

Recycling programs are being implemented in offices and schools at an incredible rate due to increased resources available for both pick up and processing.  Awareness of potential cost benefits and positive environmental impact are being realized and therefore the initial program start-up costs are no longer frightening away the ‘green’ in people.  Indoor recycling container options are plentiful in the ... [ Read more ]

One of the biggest impediments to a successful recycling collection program in public areas is the overall look of the recycling program itself. If the recycling program gives the impression of being cluttered, messy or dirty, then the collection, sorting and diversion rates decrease. In other words, if your recycling collection program gives the impression of cleanliness and order, more ... [ Read more ]