What Does Recycling Mean?
Resource scarcity and climate change have led to a clear shift in thinking in recent years. Recycling, the reuse of raw materials, is now a key element of sustainable development. Switzerland plays a pioneering role in this area. Proper separation and disposal of materials allow for their reuse, helping to protect the environment. This conserves valuable resources and reduces the amount of waste generated.
Overview of Recycling Types
Recycling includes various types depending on the material involved. The most common categories are paper, glass, metals like aluminum, plastics like PET, and organic waste. Each type requires its own collection and processing system. It's essential that materials are collected as purely as possible, this is the only way to ensure high-quality reuse.
Recycling Products at Heros Hygiene
At Heros Hygiene, we support companies, institutions, authorities, and households across Switzerland with functional and durable recycling products. Our range is designed to make waste separation as easy as possible in everyday life. Whether for PET, aluminum, plastic, or paper, we offer the right solution for every type of waste.
Recycling Boxes and Containers
Many offices, public spaces, or residential complexes lack a well-thought-out collection system. As a result, valuable materials often end up in regular waste and are lost for reuse. This can be prevented with the right recycling containers. Our boxes are clearly labeled, robust, functional, and support correct separation. Providing visible, practical collection points not only facilitates recycling but also motivates people to participate actively.
Our Range of Eco-Friendly Products
Our product range includes high-quality collection containers made in Switzerland. Particularly popular are our models for PET, aluminum, and plastic, compatible with official 85-liter or 110-liter bags. For waste paper, we offer boxes with a practical binding system for bundled collection.
Functionality is not our only focus—design matters too. Our recycling boxes are available in various colors, patterns, and even with art motifs. This lets you set a stylish example for sustainability, whether at home or in the office. Custom designs, such as with your company logo, are also available—just get in touch with us.
Everyday Use Cases
Recycling isn’t just for large businesses. A lot can be achieved at home or in smaller operations too. Our boxes fit into any kitchen, office, or shared space. For larger quantities, we also offer outdoor solutions. The goal is to make recycling as easy as possible in daily life. Practical solutions lower the threshold and turn environmental protection into a matter of course.
Plastic Waste Recycling
Plastics make up a large part of everyday waste. Yet many communities still lack enough collection points, even though consistent collection here would be especially effective. Recycling plastic prevents environmental and water pollution and actively contributes to nature conservation. Collection is done at official drop-off points. Businesses with larger volumes can also arrange for pickups.
PET Recycling
PET is one of the most commonly used plastics and can be fully recycled. The key is collecting bottles separately by type. Our PET containers are designed for the official Swiss PET bags, which are also available from us. In households, PET can be dropped off free of charge at points of sale. For larger quantities, disposal is managed via collection points or organized pickups. PET presses are also a great option. Every recycled bottle saves energy and protects the environment.
Recycling Stations and Boxes
Recycling only works if it's easy to implement in everyday life. That’s why we offer waste separation systems that allow you to create custom recycling stations. Ideal for companies, schools, or public institutions. Clearly visible and accessible collection points not only make waste separation easier, they also increase willingness to participate.
Glass and Aluminum Recycling
Glass and aluminum can be recycled almost indefinitely. This saves raw materials and reduces energy consumption. Aluminum, in particular, has enormous energy-saving potential—up to 95% compared to new production. Separate collection is crucial. For drink cans and other aluminum packaging, there are special aluminum presses. Aluminum coffee capsules should be disposed of separately as well.
Recycling in Switzerland
Switzerland has an efficient recycling system with high public acceptance. Public collection points, take-back obligations in retail, and well-structured disposal channels provide excellent conditions. However, success ultimately depends on each individual's behavior. Everyone who participates contributes to protecting natural resources.
Sustainability Through Recycling
Recycling is a key part of a sustainable lifestyle. Every recycled package, properly disposed bottle, and separately collected sheet of paper strengthens the circular economy. Resources are conserved, CO₂ is reduced, and the amount of waste is minimized. Our products help make this process efficient and user-friendly. This way, waste becomes a valuable resource—day by day.
PET Recycling
PET is one of the most common recycled raw materials and is made from 100% petroleum or natural gas. Fortunately, this non-renewable resource can be fully recycled and reused. With each recycled bottle, no new energy needs to be expended. However, in order to do this, PET must be collected and disposed of by type. PET collection containers make separation easy and can be filled with the official bags for PET bottles.
Private households can dispose of PET free of charge at all sales points. In larger quantities, the recycling bags can also be handed in at a collection point. Companies can also use them or have large quantities of PET collected directly by a collection service.
Aluminum recycling
Aluminum is a metal mostly used for packaging and cans and is extracted from bauxite. The production of aluminum is very energy intensive and the raw material is non-renewable. Like PET, the material is very suitable for recycling. Recycling saves up to 95% of the energy compared to the first production.
Aluminum beverage cans can often be disposed of in public areas in special collection bins. Otherwise, aluminum should be collected separately and it can then be dropped off at disposal stations in the community or city. However, aluminum coffee capsules should be disposed of separately from the rest of the aluminum waste.
Plastic recycling
In addition to PET, the rest of the plastics can be recycled well. Although many products are packaged in plastic, collection boxes are still relatively rare in public areas. The collection and recycling of plastic makes a lot of sense because of its large share in the total waste. We all know the pictures of plastic flooding rivers and beaches. With consistent recycling, you can avoid the extent of this pollution and actively protect the environment.
Plastic can also be handed in at official collection points. Companies with large quantities of plastic waste can also have it picked up by a collection service.
Waste paper
In the case of waste paper, too, the recycling of existing material is significantly more environmentally friendly than the production of new paper fibers. In addition, recycling paper also makes economic sense, because the paper industry in Switzerland is dependent on this valuable raw material.
Waste paper can be handed in at the municipality's collection point. In certain communities or cities, the waste paper is sometimes even collected directly on site. Details can be found in the waste disposal overview or in the official waste calendar of your municipality.
Collection bins from Recyclingbox
Recyclingbox is a Swiss company specialized in the production of recycling containers. The containers for PET, aluminum and plastic hold either 85l or 110l recycling bags, including the official Swiss PET recycling bags. The waste paper collection box, on the other hand, is equipped with a clever binding system that allows you to quickly and easily bundle the waste paper in the collection box.
Recycling doesn't have to be boring either, as Recyclingbox's range also includes a variety of creative colors, patterns and artwork. This allows you to add a creative touch to your home or office while drawing attention to recycling and sustainability. Additionally, the recycling box can also be customized. This can be especially interesting for companies because it directly connects the brand with environmental protection and sustainability.
Buy Recycling Collection Bins
Buy the high-quality Swiss-made collection bins directly and easily from our online store. You will benefit from low prices and short delivery times directly from Swiss warehouse. Help to recycle valuable raw materials properly and protect our planet in the process. If you have any questions about our products or if you are looking for something special, please do not hesitate to contact our competent and friendly customer service. We at Heros Hygiene are happy to help you.