USED ANTIFREEZE RECYCLING

Used antifreeze to be recycled Providing a responsible alternative to protecting our environment from the toxic effects of engine antifreeze, Randt Recycling Technologies, Inc., and Lube-Tech are licensed and insured transporters of automotive and commercially used antifreeze, industrial glycols and heat transfer fluids.

We collect used antifreeze from bulk tanks or drums and transport to our compliant storage facility in Minnesota. It is then transferred to a compliant recycling facility that recovers the glycol as recycled fluid.

Environmental Concerns

Antifreeze is commonly made up of ethylene glycol, propylene glycol or another chemical that transfers heat from a vehicle's engine to its radiator.
Antifreeze, used or unused, may be poisonous to pets and children.
If discharged to a septic system, it may kill the organisms that enable the system to function.
Unusable antifreeze that is removed from. a motor or vehicle is considered a waste.

Preventing Waste

Work carefully on the cooling system when making repairs or replacing hoses or pumps.
Use a clean, dedicated drain pan to catch antifreeze. You may be able to put it right back into the vehicle.
Consider replacing unusable antifreeze with long-life formulations.
Antifreeze containing excessive fuel, dirt and oil is more difficult, and may cost more to recycle. If you know there are major engine block problems and fluids are mixed, keep that collected antifreeze separate to prevent fouling the rest of your recycling supply.

Storing and Shipping
Collect and store ethylene glycol and propylene glycol-based antifreeze separately. Store waste antifreeze in a manner that will prevent a release to land or water:

Store antifreeze in a container compatible with the waste, such as a metal or poly drum or tank.
Label the container with the words "Antifreeze for Recycling".
Inspect regularly for leaking or inadequate containers.
If storing outdoors, use of an impermeable surface, secondary containment and protection from weather conditions will help to ensure antifreeze does not accidentally spill.
Recycle or ship antifreeze regularly.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Reporting
In greater Minnesota, antifreeze does not need to be reported on your annual license renewal form. In the metropolitan area, most counties require antifreeze to be reported.
Note: To ensure antifreeze is recyclable, do not mix other waste with it.

Managing The Waste - DO NOT:

Discharge antifreeze to a storm sewer or septic system
Drain antifreeze onto the ground
Place antifreeze in solid waste
Mix antifreeze with used oil
Discharge antifreeze to a sanitary sewer system

For businesses that generate 600 gallons of waste antifreeze or more per year, management options include on- or off-site recycling or off-site disposal. Disposal is the least desirable option. Before recycling or disposal, store the waste in a closed and marked container. Businesses that generate less than 600 gallons per year of waste antifreeze may discharge it to a sanitary sewer system provided it is allowed by the local wastewater treatment plant. Businesses that discharge antifreeze are required to keep records showing the amount of waste antifreeze generated, maintain the records on site and keep available for inspection for three years following generation of the waste.