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Toner and Inkjet Cartridge Recycling |
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 Councilllor Ken Browne launching the scheme at Princes Drive Recycling Centre, Leamington Spa. |
| Every year tens of million of inkjet and toner cartridges are thrown away.
Recycling cartridges not only reduces waste, but also reduces the need for raw materials; each laser cartridge that is recycled conserves the equivalent of approximately one litre of oil (Waste Watch).
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| What is the difference between a toner cartridge and an inkjet cartridge?
Toner cartridges can not be refilled, but most types of toner cartridge can be remanufactured. The cartridges are sent to a factory where they are completely dismantled and cleaned, any worn parts are replaced, and the drum either re-coated or replaced. They are then refilled with fresh toner, tested and sold with a guarantee. One in four cartridges sold in the UK are remanufactured (Waste Watch).
Ink jet cartridges are technologically much simpler items. Refilling ink jet cartridges is more straightforward and can be done on a DIY basis, with a number of companies supplying the ink and refilling equipment, although it is also possible to send them away for refilling.
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| How to recycle your cartridge | |
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Toner and inkjet cartridges and old mobile phones can be recycled at:
- Warwickshire County Council's Recycling Centres
- Freepost labels - print off the attached Word file and stick it on an envelope with the cartridges in.
- Unfortunately EPSON printer cartridges cannot be recycled.
All money raised will go to Guide Dogs for the Blind to help fund a guide dog. Warwickshire County Council will not receive any funds through this scheme.
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| How much money will your cartridges raise for local charities? |
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Used cartridges can be worth as much as £7.00 and inkjet cartridges up to £3.50. Use the Office Green website to find out how much your cartridge is worth.
Office Green, 6 Prospect Way, Hutton, Essex, CM13 1XA
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