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Need for equipment differs significantly from event to event (based on type and size of event) as does the availability, size and shape of recycling receptacles.
If you are lucky enough to have a commercial recycling collector close enough to collect from your event, you can ignore this section, as your material collection, transport and disposal to the processing plant is done for you.
Equipment and logistics for event recycling can be split into the following categories:
Collection and recycling receptacles
Clearly identifiable, well labelled recycling receptacles, are central to effective recycling. The options for receptacles depend on what is available and what can be serviced. Receptacles should be highly recognisable and consistent with those currently used in the area. Important considerations include:
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Availability: Can you get them in sufficient numbers? Do you have to buy or rent them? Do you have to store them, sell them or dispose of them after the event?
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Size: Too small and they will not be seen and be permanently full
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Serviceability: Do you need to lift them? Do you need to re-sort the content? How do you transport them to and from the venue, how are you going to empty them? Do they match your collection vehicle
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Branding: Is there a bin that people will recognise from a distance as a recycling bin? | 
