FOAM Collection Scheduled for Saturday, March 23rd

Medfield FOAM Collection Is Scheduled for Sat., March 23rd from 9am-2pm at the Transfer Station

The Transfer Station and Recycling Committee (TSARC) will hold a foam collection from 9am-2pm on Saturday, March 23rd in the SWAP area of the Transfer Station!

Please bring appropriate types of foam (it must SNAP when bent...expanded polystyrene) in CLEAR or WHITE leaf or trash bags.

ACCEPTABLE FOAM, BRING THESE FOR RECYCLING!

• Packing foam- used to ship electronics, appliances, etc.,
• Foam coolers,
• Foam egg cartons,
• Foam food trays and cups- colors accepted; must be rinsed, clean, and dry.

TIP: if it snaps cleanly, it is the correct material. If it bends, is spongy or breaks into pieces/granules, it is not recyclable by our vendor.

1. All items must be clean and dry,
2. All Foam should be put in WHITE or CLEAR trash bags,
3. No contractor trash bags or trash bags of any COLOR (per vendor),
4. Clear leaf bags are available at Wills in Medfield and other hardware stores.

NOT ACCEPTED FOR RECYCLING!

• Foam wrapping sheets
• Foam urethane- spongy packing material; may be used in mattress toppers
• Pluck foam- spongy, ridged packing material; may be used in mattress toppers
• Dirt, dust, leaves or spider webs
• Labels, tape, attached paper, glue
• Packing peanuts

Thank you for following these GUIDELINES!

Anyone who attended prior collections may recall that traffic backed up, leading to frustrating wait times.

Please be part of the solution by bringing the correct items in a clear or white bag so they can be quickly collected and we can keep the line moving smoothly.

Interested in volunteering or have questions? Contact Jackie.alford5@gmail.com