660L Cardboard Recycling Bin
660L

660L Cardboard Recycling Bin

Large bin for retail stores with regular cardboard packaging.

Flexible terms: Month-to-month agreement with 30 days notice to cancel. Multi-bin discounts applied automatically at checkout.

Fast delivery: Standard delivery within 5-7 business days. Express delivery available for urgent requirements.

Price doesn't include GST. If you get multiple services we'll knock some money off - you'll see that in your cart.

About the 660L Cardboard Recycling Bin

The 660-litre cardboard and paper recycling bin provides high-capacity recycling for retail stores, warehouses, and businesses generating substantial volumes of packaging materials. This large yellow-lid wheelie bin offers nearly three times the capacity of standard 240L bins, reducing collection frequency requirements while delivering significant landfill levy savings.

Cardboard recycling makes excellent financial sense for Australian businesses. With NSW landfill levies at $147 per tonne and similar charges in other states, recycling cardboard typically costs 60-70% less than general waste disposal. Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs) across Australia process recycled cardboard into valuable raw materials for local paper mills including Visy, Amcor, and Opal, supporting Australian manufacturing jobs while reducing environmental impact.

The 660L capacity suits businesses generating 20-50kg of cardboard weekly, including retail stores unpacking daily deliveries, e-commerce operations with packaging materials, and distribution centers handling palletized goods. Critical success factors include flattening all boxes to maximize capacity, keeping cardboard clean and dry (wet cardboard cannot be recycled), and avoiding contamination with plastics or food waste. Our collection service delivers materials to EPA-approved MRFs that meet Australian recycling standards.

Technical Specifications

dimensions1250mm (H) x 1270mm (W) x 775mm (D)
weight34kg (empty)
materialCommercial-grade UV-stabilized HDPE
colorYellow lid (recyclables identifier)
wheel TypeHeavy-duty commercial 200mm diameter wheels
capacity660 litres / 0.66 cubic metres
load CapacityUp to 300kg when full

Ideal For These Businesses

Retail stores and supermarkets
Warehouses and distribution centers
E-commerce fulfillment operations
Logistics and freight companies
Manufacturing facilities with packaging
Large offices and corporate buildings

Waste Guidelines

What Goes In

  • Corrugated cardboard boxes and cartons
  • Cardboard packaging materials (flattened)
  • Office paper, printer paper, copy paper
  • Newspapers, magazines, and catalogs
  • Paper bags and wrapping paper
  • Cardboard tubes and rolls
  • Paperboard packaging (cereal boxes, etc.)
  • Clean paper packaging materials

Not Accepted

  • Wet, damp, or moisture-damaged cardboard
  • Food-contaminated cardboard (pizza boxes, takeaway)
  • Waxed cardboard or plastic-coated boxes
  • Bubble wrap, plastic packaging, styrofoam
  • Plastic strapping and pallet wrap
  • Aluminum foil or foil-lined packaging
  • Laminated cardboard or glossy paper
  • Tissues, paper towels, or napkins

Frequently Asked Questions

How much can I save by recycling cardboard versus general waste?
Cardboard recycling typically costs 60-70% less than general waste disposal. With NSW landfill levies at $147/tonne (similar in VIC, QLD), a 660L bin of cardboard weighing ~50kg costs approximately $7.35 in landfill levies alone, plus collection and disposal fees. Recycling the same volume costs around $2-3 in processing fees plus collection. Annual savings for businesses can reach $1,000-$2,000 depending on volumes.
Why must cardboard be flattened before disposal?
Flattening boxes maximizes bin capacity, reducing collection frequency and costs. An unflattened cardboard box is mostly air - a 660L bin can hold only 15-20 intact boxes but can accommodate 100+ flattened boxes of the same size. Flattened cardboard also processes more efficiently at MRFs, reducing contamination and improving bale quality for paper mills. Simply break down boxes along seams and stack flat in the bin.
What happens if my cardboard is contaminated or wet?
Contaminated or wet cardboard cannot be recycled and will result in rejected loads at the MRF. If our driver identifies significant contamination (food waste, liquids, plastic, wet cardboard), the bin may not be collected and you'll be asked to remove contaminants. Persistent contamination may incur additional sorting fees. Keep bins undercover if possible, and always separate food-contaminated cardboard into general waste bins.
Can I mix cardboard and office paper in the same bin?
Yes, cardboard and paper are compatible recyclables and can be mixed in the same yellow-lid bin. Australian MRFs have advanced sorting systems that separate different paper grades (cardboard, office paper, newsprint) for processing. However, keep paper dry and avoid mixing with non-paper materials like plastics, metals, or organics which contaminate the entire load and can result in rejection.