Rubbermaid Slim Jim Plastic Recycling Station Yellow 87Ltr DY085

£181.18

+vat

Availability: 10 in stock

SKU: DY085

Product summary

Capacity: 87Ltr. Colour: Yellow. Stream: Plastic

Product description

This Rubbermaid single stream Slim Jim Recycling Station is highly adaptable to be used as a single unit or customisable to combine with other Rubbermaid single streams to make your own ideal waste stream combo solution. Great in any kitchen, canteen, food, work, educational or general facility, features a Plastic Waste stream. The station comes with the highly popular Slim design with vented channels for 80% easier bin liner removal. Chic design with clear labelling make this product fully functional and suitable for both Front and Back of House.

Container Dimensions: 305(W) x 1022.4(H) x 546.1(D)mm
Venting channels make removing liners up to 80% easier, preventing unnecessary injury and improving productivity
One stream for plastic
Snap-in connector to easily connect bases without the use of tools
Hinged lid insert allows large waste to easily fit inside
Slim profile and small footprint saves you valuable floor space
Factory mutual certification ensures fire safety for regulatory compliance
Strong reinforced rim resists crushing
Tough polyethylene construction gives the bin excellent strength
Retainer band securely holds bin bags in place

Rubbermaid Slim Jim Plastic Recycling Station Yellow 87Ltr DY085

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THE WORKING VIEW

Why this recycling station earns its place

Plastic waste is the volume stream in most commercial kitchens—food trays, cups, film, bottles and packaging. Separating it properly means your waste contractor can actually recycle it, and your team needs to make it easy or they won't bother.

This yellow station makes sorting instant. The distinctive colour is recognised across hospitality and food service, so staff know exactly where bottles, cans, plastic trays and films go. The 87-litre capacity handles a typical service without constant changes. The hinged lid insert accepts bulky plastic items—takeaway containers, film rolls, water bottle stacks—without jamming or crushing smaller items beneath.

The vented channels cut the force needed to empty a full liner by 80%. When you're changing bins dozens of times a shift, that adds up to less strain, fewer injuries and better productivity. The reinforced rim and banded base keep the bin stable under load, resisting the bumps and slides of daily kitchen work. The compact footprint (305 mm wide, 1022 mm high) fits behind bars, next to prep stations or in customer-facing areas without stealing space.

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BEFORE YOU BUY

Questions, answered straight

Should I separate plastic from general recycling?+

It depends on your waste contractor. Many now require plastic separation because it's lightweight and takes up volume. A dedicated plastic stream (like this yellow bin) improves collection efficiency and recycling rates. Check your contractor's requirements before setting up your stations.

How many plastic bins might I need?+

A typical restaurant might use one or two per service. A high-volume catering operation or food producer handling trays, film and packaging all shift might use three. The 87-litre capacity is designed not to overflow during normal service, but your usage depends on throughput.

Why is the colour yellow?+

Yellow is the industry standard for plastic in most UK waste management systems. Using the recognised colour means cleaning contractors and waste handlers instantly understand what goes into this bin, reducing sorting errors and improving recycling outcomes.

How do I get staff to use it?+

Clear labelling is first step. Include this bin in your HACCP cleaning schedule and kitchen induction so new staff understand what plastic waste goes here. The convenient height and hinged lid insert—which accepts bulky items without jamming—makes it easy to use correctly during a busy service.

Can I combine plastic with other recyclables?+

Some waste contractors accept mixed recycling, others want plastic separated. The advantage of the Slim Jim system is flexibility—use this yellow plastic bin alone, or snap it together with green mixed recycling or blue paper bins depending on what your contractor specifies.

How durable is it?+

Tough polyethylene with a reinforced rim resists the daily punishment of a working kitchen—dropped items, stacked liners, wet conditions. The retainer band secures bin bags in place so they don't slip during removal. It's built to survive thousands of bin changes.