Varieties of construction waste bags and bag selection rules

A person remembers bags for construction waste when he starts repairing his apartment. Inexperienced buyers buy the first available packages, ignoring the indicators of strength, load capacity, thickness and volume, choosing a cheaper product. With this tactic, there is a high probability that the container will break and the cleaning will stall. The ability to choose the right container will save time, money and nerves.

What are construction trash bags

Operational properties of containers for waste collection depend on production conditions, raw materials. For transportation of waste obtained as a result of repair work, containers made of polypropylene or polyethylene are suitable.

plastic bags

Polyethylene containers are produced in 3 types:

• Low density polyethylene bags are made with the addition of stabilizers and dyes. With a drop in temperature, the dimensions decrease, the container becomes fragile. A distinctive feature is a matte surface, a strong rustle;
• High pressure polyethylene bags are produced at temperatures from +100 to 300 ˚С under a pressure of 300 MPa. The container is elastic, does not present a health hazard and remains solid at low temperatures;
• medium pressure polyethylene is suitable for transporting waste without sharp edges or corners.

Containers are in high demand due to their low prices, wide assortment and good performance.

Polypropylene bags

Polypropylene bags are durable and can be used multiple times. The quality of garbage bags depends on the density of weaving, the type of polypropylene. There are 2 types of containers:

1. Green (105x55 cm) - made from primary raw materials.
2. Yellow (105x55, 55x95 cm) - produced from primary raw materials with the addition of secondary.

Benefits include space, strength. The container is not subject to putrefaction processes. It is not only used for waste, it is also suitable for storing or transporting fertilizers. Not afraid of temperature changes, direct sunlight. The only downside is the relatively high cost compared to plastic bags.

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Tips for choosing trash bags

When choosing bags for waste collection, you should pay attention to several factors:

1. Volumetry. When disposing of bulk waste, it is recommended to use a container with a maximum capacity of 60 liters. Otherwise, it will be difficult to carry large and bulky bags.
2. Quality factor. The most durable are polypropylene bags. You can choose polythene, but you need to consider how much weight the container can hold while remaining unscathed.
3. The thickness of the bag is indicated on the packaging. Varies from 9 to 250 microns. The higher the indicator, the denser the container. For transportation of garbage, you should choose containers with a wall thickness of 60-120 microns.
4. Carrying capacity.The polypropylene container can withstand a load of up to 65 kg. In high pressure plastic bags you can transport waste weighing up to 25 kg, low pressure - 30-35 kg.

Also, when choosing a container for construction waste, you should pay attention to the presence of handles and fasteners. This seals the bag tightly. It is also desirable to have additives that make the container biodegradable. Such impurities do not affect the density of the bag, the bag decays in 1.5-2 years, while the usual - up to 100 years.

To ensure safety during protractorWhen loading, loading and unloading bags, it is necessary to select them according to the characteristics of construction waste.