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Baled cardboard market
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Bio-degradable stretch film ("shrink wrap")

June 21

Jeff Millis replied to Victoria's discussion 'Call for questions!'

We use a lot of plastic pails and lids as part of our manufacturing process so I'd like to see ways to make sure this stuff is getting recycled not only during our process but also once it gets out into the field and has been emptied. We also use po…

May 21

Jeff Millis replied to Annabel Khouri's discussion 'How to Work with Your Vendors to Go on a Packaging Diet'

That is an excellent article. I'd love to see packaging looked at from all angels. Just buying one boxed meal can produce a cardboard container a plastic container and, if there's seasonings too, a paper container Packaging materials can make up the…

March 2

Jeff Millis replied to Annabel Khouri's discussion 'Looking for Zero Waste Companies'

When does this event look like it'll be scheduled and is this an event to help out new members of E4S? We haven't had any significant changes since the last time I shared our story but if everyone's not sick of hearing it I'd be happy to share Talan…

January 6

Jeff Millis is attending Annabel Khouri's event

E4S Champions of Sustainability Awards at Great Lakes Brewing Company, Tasting Room

November 17, 2009 from 5:30pm to 8:30pm

The E4S Champions of Sustainability Event is one of the most beloved events of the year. Though we celebrate throughout the year, this is the event where we put the spotlight on the pioneers and leaders in the region who are putting sustainability i…

November 16, 2009

Jeff Millis commented on Jeffrey J Baldassari's blog post 'Taylor's 2009-2010 "Off-All" Program'

Jeff, You mentioned that you made a collaboration with someone that uses the scrap wood for thermo-energy, might I ask how you found someone to partner with? We send scrap wood and skids to be shredded for mulch but if I could find someone that coul…

September 8, 2009

Jeff Millis replied to Terry Parmelee, Jr.'s discussion 'Akron Plastic Recycling Company Recycles #1-#7's, Sells End Product'

How exciting! This will make plastic recycling so much easier. There won't be all the guesswork and wondering whether or not the item you have can go into your recycling bin or not. I hope this continues to grow and I hope all the local recyclers wi…

September 3, 2009

Beau Daane replied to Jeff Millis's discussion 'Baled cardboard market'

Jeff, Check out: http://www.wasterecyclingnews.com/headlines.html Specifically, try: www.wasterecyclingnews.com/secondaryfiber If you don't want to pay to join, I also suggest calling Gateway: Antoinette Starkey 216-341-8777x109 astarkey@gatewayr…

August 31, 2009

Brooke Cowdin replied to Jeff Millis's discussion 'Baled cardboard market'

I don't know where to find published rates but Paul Osad with Gateway Recycling would be able to help you. Email me at brooke@svmameristeam.com for his phone number.

August 31, 2009

Jeff Millis added a discussion

Baled cardboard market

Does anyone know the current going rate for baled cardboard or better yet the best place to look for current market values on a variety of recyclables? Thanks.

August 28, 2009

Jeff Millis replied to Annabel Khouri's discussion 'Trashed - the movie'

This might be a good DVD to have as an education tool that could be used by companies that have joined the zero waste network and/or go through E4S training. It might be used as a way to educate coworkers of individuals that are part of a companies…

August 4, 2009

Jeff Millis commented on Victoria's group 'Zero Waste by 2019 @ Work'

I'm signing up to represent Talan Products, Inc. Our company has set a 2019 Zero Waste to Landfill goal. In the past year we were able to reduce our waste to landfill by 50%. We look forward to tackling the last 50% now.

March 6, 2009

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Zero Waste by 2019 @ Work

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March 6, 2009

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March 2, 2009

Jeff Millis is now a member of Zero Waste Northeast Ohio

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February 26, 2009

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Your organization

Talan Products, Inc.

Your website

http://talanproducts.com

What attracts you to the concept of zero waste?

I'm a recent graduate of E4S Group 6 and our company is ready to accept the challenge of zero waste.

What is your organization doing to eliminate waste?

We've already begun implementing recycling and reuse programs and we've contacted suppliers about reducing their packaging. We've already seen a 50% reduction in our waste to landfill just by following these first steps.

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Bio-degradable stretch film ("shrink wrap")

I'm not sure if this is new to the market or if it's something I happened to stumble on, but the last time I ordered stretch film ("shrink wrap") my supplier brought me in a type that is bio-degradable. We've been using it on our wrapping machine for over a week and haven't had any problems whatsoever with it's perfomance. In fact of the 40 rolls I got delivered I've already used over a dozen rolls and haven't received any complaints from our packaging department. This could have great potent

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At 11:45am on June 23, 2010, Samantha Oblander said…: Jeff,

Currently we collect polypropylene from biomedical companies/labs/universities/etc.

At 1:32pm on September 23, 2009, jeffrey champion said…: Jeff I would be happy to help you on your goal to zero waste. Ponz Recycling processes industrial plastic scrap and much more could give you a tour. Recycling needs are unique,Ponz can help you meet your environmental goals for sustainability. We also take cardboard OCC Jeffrey Champion 216 661 8999

At 1:29pm on August 18, 2009, Beau Daane said…: Hi Jeff,

I just spoke with Gateway Recycling and they said that such sheets are generally recyclable by paper recyclers, as long as there isn't any sticky residue on the back. If you want to contact Antoinette for more info: 216-341-8777.

Thanks,
Beau

At 10:43am on March 2, 2009, Annabel Khouri said…: Welcome aboard, Jeff.....you did a great job sharing Talan's/your journey so far. Look forward to your updates as you move forward!