Before a fire extinguisher is committed to being recycled, it is assessed. This often involves checking that the extinguisher can be refilled and/or re-pressurized so we can reuse it. It's like recycling a can. After the label is removed, it is assessed - to see if we can refill or re-pressurize the extinguisher and reuse it. The fire extinguisher recycling process is designed to get the maximum value from all types of extinguishers, whether they are being recycled or causing a problem.
In some cases, our fire extinguisher recycling is a complete removal process. The extinguisher will be taken apart physically and upon visual inspection, we'll check that all components, including seals and gaskets, are still good and securely fastened.
We will recycle fire extinguishers by recycling the foam from the canister and extracting the metal components. If fire extinguishers are not recyclable for reuse, we strip the fire extinguisher down into its components: plastic items, powder, CO2 and metal components. Our goal is to reuse in the first instance and then reuse the materials if refilling the fire extinguisher isn't viable under AS1851 or AS2444.
Fire extinguishers are highly toxic; however, they have a limited shelf life of 10 years. After this time, it is expected that they will not be reusable, with some being unable to be reused in the first instance.
Reusing fire extinguishers is the most efficient way of dealing with the problem. It is also cost-effective and environmentally friendly as it helps save millions of tonnes of landfill space and protects our beautiful country from more pollution.
It is one of the most valuable products ever invented in history. It saves people's lives every day and has saved many countries from natural disasters. But over time, as with other things, we have found ways to make more money off of it. In fact, fire extinguishers are being recycled at an ever-increasing rate each year. The more people that continue to recycle fire extinguishers, the more pollution will be reduced and fewer landfills will be taken up on earth.
Mine Site Disposal
If you own a business or work on a mine site, keeping your fire extinguishers tidy and ready for action is a good idea. However, sometimes they can build up on-site, especially in neglected areas. We are able to recycle old fire extinguishers and use them again, which can help save money on disposal costs.
For this reason, it is important to have a properly functioning fire extinguisher that can be used as needed to keep your site safe. However, several old fire extinguishers built up in unused areas or storerooms should be cleaned and washed down by our team. Hence, they are usable again, reducing damage to the environment in the case of accidental discharge into the atmosphere or into the soil.
Environment
Australia produces around 76 million tonnes of waste annually, which is increasing. Around half of all annual waste, 38.5 million tonnes, is recycled. According to research, 53% of the resources used to make products in Australia are derived from other countries - both developed and developing nations. Recycling is a significant contributor to the reduction in the amount of waste that must be disposed into landfill sites or burned in incineration facilities. This will reduce greenhouse gas emissions and help mitigate climate change for us and future generations.
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