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Toner Recycling

It’s very important for FCBS to support our customer’s environmental objectives, as well as meeting our own. With this in mind FCBS have affiliated with E-Reco to provide you with a fast and effective way of collecting and recycling used toner bottles.

Step 1

Call FCBS Services on 01763 274333 to set up your recycling account, once this is done we will send you out a collections bag for the recyclable materials.

Step 2

When your bag is full, call us and we will arrange for E-Reco to collect. Their specialist team will then RECYCLE, RECOVER and REUSE.

It really is that easy and we can also provide you with a full report that can support your ISO14001 accreditation or The Eco-Management & Audit Scheme (EMAS). Like with all safe recovery and deposit of waste there is an a charge of £30 per bag plus VAT.

For more information or if you have any questions please don’t hesitate to call.

First Class Business Solutions are dedicated to achieving the best environmental policy by participating in recycling programs. Our products comply with the European Union Restriction of Hazardous Substances and are produced under conditions that reduce the use of chlorofluorocarbons.

			Sharp and the Environment The new Sharp range of products emphasises their environmental commitment through the development of notably smaller and more resourceful toner cartridges. Sharp’s manufacturing of toner cartridges results in a very low waste rate. All cartridges are made from recyclable plastics and due to the reduction in size of the cartridge, less packaging is needed. Power Consumption throughout the range can be reduced in a variety of ways including pre-heat mode, automatic shut-off mode and energy save mode. The Sharp range of digital devices has been accredited with the Nordic Swan eco-label for their advanced environmental features. Download the following PDF for more information on disposing Sharp waste toner cartridges and consumables. Sharp Consumable Recycling Scheme PDF


			Super Green Strategy The super green programme continually monitors every aspect of the manufacturing processes by recycling, reducing energy usage, minimising waste and use of natural resources during manufacture and managing greenhouse gas emissions and chemical substances so they can be reduced. Aiming to Become an Environmental Advanced Company SGT Super Green Technologies Contributing to environmental conservation by developing unique environmental technologies. SGR Super Green Recycling Promoting the reuse of resources by recycling used equipment. SGM Super Green Management Develop and maintain environmental management. SGP/D Super Green Products and Devices Trade devices with top environmental performance. SGF Super Green Factories Develop environmentally conscious factories that can be trusted by the community.


			Konica Minolta Recycling Schemes Konica Minolta recognises its responsibility to the environment through its ‘World on Loan’ Program. The ‘World on Loan’ program is designed to help customers meet and exceed recycling and environmental targets. Konica Minolta is dedicated to collecting and recycling products at the end of their use. The concept of ‘Reduce, Reuse and Recycle’ is taken into account from the development and design stage of all products. For further information on recycling your Konica Minolta products, please free phone 0800 121 4026.


			Ricoh and the Environment Ricoh’s efforts to protect the environment started in 1976 with the introduction of the Environment Promotion Office. Ricoh’s environmental objectives are achieved through products and services including energy saving, waste reduction and recycling. In 2005 Ricoh was rated top in a leading IT sector for Corporate Responsibility by Oekom Research AG. Other initiatives include a Green Centre opened in Wellingborough that is used for recycling cardboard, toner cartridges, toner bottles and OPCs. For more information on the Ricoh Green Centre, please email environment@ricoh-uk.com.


			Environmental Business Products Ltd In order to improve the environment, we are pleased to announce that we have partnered with the Environmental Business Products Ltd. EBP are one of the worlds leading suppliers of remanufactured inkjet and toner cartridges with their growth and success they have achieved many rewards such as the Queen’s Award for Enterprise and the Sunday Times Virgin Atlantic award for innovation. If you would like to participate in the EBP recycle program then free phone direct on 0800 435576 or visit www.inkagain.co.uk for more information on the service. FCBS advise that you verify that your toner and ink cartridges are within the EBP recycling program. Keep checking the EBP website as they are frequently updating their recycling product range.


			WEEE and RoHS Compliance The WEEE Directive aims to reduce the impact of electrical and electronic equipment within our environment, by improving recycling and the reduction of electrical and electronic equipment ending up in landfill. The regulations affect all brand owners, importers and distributors or retailers of Electrical and Electronic Equipment. As part of our effort towards environmental awareness, we can verify that any manufactured product sold on or after 1st July 2007 meets the terms within the provisions of the RoHS Directive. Also any manufactured equipment sold on or after 1st July 2007 will not contain any hazardous substances prohibited under the RoHS Directive or not include prohibited substances exceeding the permitted levels, or be exempted under the RoHS Directive.


			Xerox Cartridge Collection Program Returning your cartridges is an environmentally responsible decision. Toner cartridge recycling is one of the most effective and simplest ways of diverting waste from landfills. In partnership with Core Recycling Concepts, Xerox is pleased to announce the launch of their Cartridge Collection Program. Core Recycling Concepts is one of the largest collection centres for inkjet and laser cartridges providing you with the most advanced recycling programs that are focused on easy return solutions. Contact us for more information regarding this Program.