Dry mixed recycling (DMR) waste is a description of waste that is free from contaminants.
Dry mixed recycling (DMR) is a simple, cost-effective recycling solution for businesses that want to increase recycling without complex waste segregation. With DMR collections, recyclable materials such as paper, cardboard, plastics and cans can be placed into a single container.
Agecko provides commercial dry mixed recycling collections across the UK, helping businesses reduce general waste costs, improve recycling rates and stay compliant with waste regulations. Whether you operate a single site or multiple locations, we tailor DMR services around your volumes, space and collection schedules.
Commercial DMR collections – how the service works
- One container for multiple recyclable materials.
- Suitable for offices, warehouses, retail & manufacturing.
- Available in bins, skips and large containers.
- Scheduled or flexible collections.
- Fully documented waste transfer notes.
What can dry mixed recycling include?
Our dry mixed recycling collections are designed for high-volume business packaging waste, including:
Paper – e.g. dry paper waste, office paper, magazines, newspapers.
Cardboard – e.g. corrugated cardboard, cereal boxes and card. Businesses producing high volumes of cardboard packaging may also benefit from dedicated cardboard recycling services alongside dry mixed recycling, helping reduce contamination and collection costs.
Metal Cans – e.g. clean, empty drinks cans and food tins.
Plastic – e.g. clean, rinsed out milk bottles, drinks bottles and food packaging. Where plastic volumes are significant, plastic recycling for businesses can be added as a separate stream to improve recycling quality and reporting.
DMR can be collected in various sized bins, skips or large containers. It is important to ensure that you avoid contamination as this will destroy good quality recyclables.
What cannot go into dry mixed recycling?
To avoid contamination and rejected loads, the following materials must be kept out of DMR containers:
- Waxed paper cups
- Crisps and sweet wrappers
- Food and canteen waste
- Glass and ceramics
- Polystyrene
- Wood
- Liquids
- Containers with any residue of food or hazardous material
- Textiles
- Plastic strapping
- Hard and rigid plastics
Segregation at source reduces the risk of contamination and rejected loads. To ensure dry mixed recycling is suitable for your site, we carry out commercial waste audits that assess waste types, volumes and current collections before recommending the most cost-effective solution.
Materials that cannot be recycled through DMR, such as food waste and contaminated packaging, are managed through our general waste services as part of a fully compliant waste management solution.
How dry mixed recycling reduces business waste costs
- Reduces reliance on general waste bins
- Fewer containers on site
- Lower landfill and disposal costs
- Improved recycling performance reporting
Consultation
We start by assessing your business’s specific needs and creating a custom plan.
Waste collection
Our team arranges for a fast, efficient waste collection from your site. We then provide a waste transfer note to ensure compliance.
Processing
Your waste is reused, treated, recycled or safely disposed of, depending on the material type.
Reporting
You receive detailed documents and reports that calculate your carbon savings and track compliance with waste management regulations.
Continuous improvement
We regularly review and refine your waste management plan to enhance efficiency and sustainability.
