Glass waste

Glass collections that keep bottles out of general waste.

Bottles and jars (EWC 15 01 07) collected in glass-rated containers and sent to a glass processor to become new glass, or aggregate where recycling isn't viable.

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What you're buying

oper8 supplies managed commercial waste collections through vetted suppliers. You get one contract, one rate card, evidence capture, tonnage reporting and an operator who handles escalations.

Managed collections
Vetted suppliers, one contract
Duty of care
WTNs and evidence handled
Reporting
Tonnage, diversion, carbon
One operator
Escalations via a real team

EWC 15 01 07

Correctly coded packaging glass, separated from general waste.

Closed-loop where possible

Sorted into cullet and returned to UK glass manufacturers.

Glass-rated containers

240L and 360L wheeled bins built for weight, plus front-lift options for high volumes.

Frequency matched to trade

Weekly, twice-weekly and post-weekend collections for hospitality peaks.

Safe handling

Vehicles and lifts rated for glass load, with breakage guidance for teams.

Glass diversion tracked

Tonnage recorded per lift so glass shows up in your recycling rate.

What's included

Built for operational teams who want clarity.

  • Colour-separated collections where the site can support it
  • Priced per lift or per tonne, whichever suits the volume
  • Coordinated with DMR, food and general waste on the same visit
  • One estate-wide rate card, no per-site glass surprises

Who it's for

Designed for businesses with real waste operations.

  • Pubs, bars, restaurants and hotels
  • Event and stadium operators
  • Retail sites with on-site cafes or delis

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