How to Recycle Crushed Cans
With aluminum in high demand for its ability to be easily manipulated without losing its durability, recycling cans has become a fast, easy way to make money. When cans are recycled, they are condensed into a large brick and sent to a shop to be melted down. Once melted, the aluminum is mixed with new aluminum and shipped to companies such as Coca-Cola, where it is made into new soda cans. By recycling we are saving big companies money, and thus making our sodas less expensive.
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Instructions
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Wash out the soda cans to remove the sugar. Washing out the sugar will prevent pests such as ants from gathering in or around your cans.
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Crush the soda cans by using a can crusher or by smashing them using the bottom of your shoe.
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Place the crushed cans into a garbage bag or garbage can. Doing so will help make the cans easier to move and store.
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Take the crushed cans to a local recycling center. To find a local recycling center, check with your location's town hall or city hall; they can point you in the right direction.
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Receive the payment. Payment can vary, depending on the price of aluminum or where you are located.
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Tips & Warnings
Labeling your designated garbage can for your soda cans will insure the cans are placed where they need to be.
Storing your cans outside in a protected area, such as under a carport, will protect your garbage cans or bags from filling with water.
