Fluorescent Tube & Bulb Recycling

FLUORESCENT TUBE & BULB RECYCLING

ENSA is a leading provider of specialised services for fluorescent tube and bulb recycling that is particularly focussed on the needs of industrial and commercial facilities.

These disposal services ensure that our clients operate out of a safe and hazard free environment, by seeing to it that old fluorescent lights are properly removed from their facilities, and disposed of or recycled in a way that promotes environmental protection, recovery and sustainability.

Our collection of experienced and highly trained staff are committed to the protection and recovery of the environment, providing services that seek to mitigate the damage caused by human activity, particularly in the industrial and commercial sectors.

Our recycling services help our clients to ensure that their businesses are able to contribute to this on all levels, while also keeping their facilities safe, compliant and operational.

WHO NEEDS FLUORESCENT TUBE & BULB RECYCLING?

Fluorescent tube recycling is essential for organisations that generate regular lighting waste and need safe disposal of hazardous lamps.

• Warehouses and distribution centres
• Factories and industrial plants
• Office parks and commercial buildings
• Schools, universities and training centres
• Hospitals, clinics and laboratories
• Shopping centres and retail stores
• Mining and heavy industry sites

FLUORESCENT TUBES & THE ENVIRONMENT

As reliant as many businesses are on fluorescent lighting systems, they are made up of various materials that present a hazard to the environment. For instance, they contain mercury, a toxic metal that has the potential to contaminate air, ground water and surface water, which can have a devastating impact on the environment at large.

Our recycling services see to it that these harmful substances are safely removed from your facility, where they can be properly disposed of or recycled, to ensure that they have no impact on the environment from being incinerated or dumped in landfills.

HOW OUR FLUORESCENT TUBE RECYCLING PROCESS WORKS

ENSA offers a complete fluorescent tube recycling solution, from collection through to processing at approved recycling facilities.

• Collection of used fluorescent tubes and bulbs
• Safe handling and packaging to prevent breakages
• Transportation for recycling and safe disposal
• Recycling of glass and metal components
• Safe treatment of mercury-containing waste

If you are unsure how to store tubes before collection, our team can advise on safe storage and packaging requirements.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Are fluorescent tubes hazardous waste?

Yes. Fluorescent tubes and bulbs contain small amounts of mercury vapour and are therefore classified as hazardous waste. They must be handled and disposed of through approved recycling or disposal services to prevent environmental contamination.

Can fluorescent tubes be thrown in normal bins?

No. Fluorescent lamps should never be disposed of in general waste. If broken or disposed of incorrectly, the mercury inside the tubes can contaminate soil, water and air.

What happens to fluorescent tubes after recycling?

Fluorescent tubes are processed at specialised recycling facilities where glass, metal and hazardous mercury components are separated and treated safely to prevent environmental pollution.

How should fluorescent tubes be stored before collection?

Used fluorescent tubes should be stored carefully in secure containers or their original packaging to reduce the risk of breakage before collection for recycling.

Does ENSA collect fluorescent tubes from businesses?

Yes. ENSA provides collection and recycling services for fluorescent tubes and bulbs, particularly for industrial and commercial facilities that generate lighting waste.

Why is fluorescent tube recycling important?

Fluorescent tubes contain mercury, which can harm the environment if released. Recycling ensures these hazardous materials are handled safely while allowing recyclable materials like glass and metal to be recovered.