About
Business solutions for
LDPE soft plastics and polystyrene waste
Cleanaway’s specialised LDPE and EPS collection and recycling services provide a simple solution for low-density polyethylene (LDPE) and expanded polystyrene (EPS). We help divert these plastics from landfill and recover them for reuse – turning waste into new products. It’s a win-win for businesses: potentially lowering waste disposal and storage costs, and improving sustainability outcomes.
If you’re relying on general waste services alone, you’re likely paying more to send material to landfill that could be potentially recovered. Whether you’re a retailer, warehouse, manufacturer or any business generating high volumes of plastic wrap and packaging, we’ll tailor a solution that works for you.
From detailed waste assessments to customised bins and flexible pickup schedules, we’ll help you simplify plastic waste management and unlock the benefits of recycling.
LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene) products
Includes LDPE film, shrink wrap, plastic bags, pallet wrap, and other soft plastics made from low-density polyethylene that are clean, dry, and free from contaminants.
Polystyrene packaging and products
Covers expanded polystyrene (EPS) such as foam boxes, protective packaging, and clean polystyrene sheets, ready for processing and recycling.
Details
Recycling LDPE and EPS
Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) and expanded polystyrene (EPS) are two of the most common packaging materials in Australia. They help protect goods in transit and keep products secure, but disposing of them correctly is important as they can cause some challenges.
LDPE, the flexible plastic film used for shrink wrap, pallet wrap, and soft plastic bags can tangle machinery and contaminate recycling streams if not separated properly.
EPS, the lightweight foam used in protective packaging and cold-chain transport takes up enormous space in bins and won’t break down in landfill for hundreds of years.
LDPE recycling is a specialised process, and we only collect the highest quality LDPE to ensure maximum recovery potential. Soft plastics must be clean, clear and free from contaminants or they can’t be recycled.
Like LDPE, contaminated EPS can be difficult to process and lower the quality of the recycled output. Paint, glue and other contaminants must be removed before EPS can be recycled.
Process
What we do with LDPE and polystyrene waste
Service
Bins for polystyrene and soft plastics collection
Our extensive range of dedicated EPS and LDPE bins makes it easy to separate this packaging from landfill waste, maximising the resources that can be recovered and reused.
240 litre wheelie bin
660 litre wheelie bin
1100 litre wheelie bin
6.0 cubic metre steel bin
6.0 metre caged steel bin
Compactor
Bulk bin 2
Bulk bin 3
Output
What your LDPE and polystyrene waste becomes
Through the recycling process, your LDPE and polystyrene waste can be transformed into new products. This helps reduce the need for raw materials to produce new plastic.
Recycled LDPE can be used to produce: new packaging materials, including stretch wrap, agricultural films and industrial liners, polar fleece, furniture, plastic containers, wheelie bins, irrigation pipes.
Recycled EPS can be repurposed into: photo frames and picture mouldings, skirting boards and architraves, insulation panels, synthetic timber, stationery products, like pens and rulers, protective packaging and plastic goods.
Our promise
Why choose Cleanaway
A one-stop solution
We offer an expansive range of services, custom waste solutions and expert support to meet the waste management and resource recovery needs of Australian businesses, councils and industries of any size.
Optimised waste management solutions
Our team of resource recovery professionals work closely with you to find the best waste management solution for your business, helping you achieve cost savings while meeting your sustainability goals.
Streamlined services
We offer a total waste management solution, providing you with one account manager, one invoice and consistent, reliable services.
Nationwide service you can count on
With a vast national network of specialised facilities and one of the largest waste collection fleets on Australian roads, we deliver efficient and reliable service no matter where your business operates.