Bin Bags

Light duty (8-18 microns): Paper, dry office waste. Medium duty (18-24 microns): General mixed waste, wet waste. Heavy duty (24-36+ microns): Building waste, food waste, sharp objects, outdoor use. Choose based on waste type and weight to prevent splits and leaks.

Standard wheely bins are 120 or 240 litres. Use bags marked for your bin size: undersized bags won't fit over the rim, oversized bags waste money. Common sizes include 90L, 120L, and 240L bags. Check your bin capacity (usually marked on the bin) before ordering.

Coloured bags support waste segregation and recycling programs. Common schemes use black for general waste, blue for recycling, clear for confidential waste, and yellow for clinical waste. Visual color coding helps staff and contractors sort waste correctly, reducing contamination and supporting environmental goals.

High-traffic areas need 30-40 micron bags for general waste and 50+ microns for sharp objects. Light-duty 15-25 micron bags suit office paper waste and reduce costs.

Compostable bags require specific disposal infrastructure. Use them only if your facility has commercial composting services, as they will not break down properly in landfills or standard recycling.

Color coding prevents waste stream mixing and aids compliance. Red for contaminated waste, clear for recycling, and black for general waste helps staff sort correctly and meets environmental regulations.

Standard 240-litre wheely bins need 90x120cm bags. Overfilling causes tears, so choose bags 10-15% larger than bin capacity for secure closure and easier handling.

Install smaller bins in low-waste areas and educate staff on waste reduction. Facilities reducing waste at source can downsize bags, cutting costs by 20-30% while maintaining hygiene.