Did you know that gardeners and landscapers can benefit from wood waste? Whether you’re getting started or clearing out an established garden, timber waste is a great alternative to traditional mulch and other applications. Furthermore, recycling wood waste reduces the need for raw materials, which aids in the conservation of our forests and other valuable…
In general, asbestos is not thought to be harmful. However, when the material is disturbed or damaged, it becomes hazardous. Asbestos fibres enter the body most commonly by inhaling or ingesting the material. Once ingested or inhaled, these dust or fibres will become lodged in the mucous membranes of the nose and throat. However, when…
Metals are valuable materials that can be recycled without losing their properties. That is why some people are encouraged to collect scrap metal and sell it to recycling companies. Aside from the monetary benefit, recycling scrap metals allows us to protect the environment by avoiding the acquisition of raw materials. Therefore, recycling metals lower the…
In any part of the world you go to, it’s almost impossible not to come across a group of people constructing a building or demolishing one. Real estate is one of the backbones of many economies across the globe including New South Wales. Before embarking on demolition or construction of any kind in New South…
Recycling of waste products into building materials has lately become the norm in the construction industry. The essence of this practise is to put waste into good use and reduce the amount of trash that goes to landfills. Interestingly, contractors are increasingly joining the green building bandwagon by advocating for the use of recycled waste…
Proper management of construction or demolition waste is not a job for everyone. It involves a number of procedures that require professional expertise, and the use of advanced machinery & equipment. Moreover, some of the waste may contain hazardous materials, which may cause grievous harm if not handled properly. To avoid causing damage to the…
Building sites are a dangerous place. The work involved is usually very physical and the workers are often required to use and operate powerful machinery. They are also required to climb to great heights and interact with a whole host of construction waste. As we all know, all these factors contribute to a high risk…
Research has proven that the construction industry is arguably Australia’s largest user of resources, and equally produces a huge amount of waste. Everyone in Australia’s construction industry can contribute to tackling this menace by reducing waste, utilising building materials in a better way and possibly, recycling some of these wastes. Construction wastes mainly include building…
If you are looking for an old-style wall or footpath to be put into your building project, then you would be wise to hire concrete contractors who work with recycled material. This product is a great option. It comes from all of the old chunks that used to be in footpaths or walls that have…
Most products that you use at home or in the office have been manufactured by a certain industry. These industries usually produce a lot of waste during the process. In this article, we are going to discuss and outline 5 types of industrial rubbish. Chemical waste Chemical waste is typically produced by factories, power plants,…
