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Waste streams

One operation.
Different waste streams.

Start with the materials your business produces. We look at separation, storage and collection options for the way your site works.

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Paper waste

Keep the material separate and discuss storage and collection volumes.

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Ink waste

Match the collection arrangement to the material your site produces.

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Solvent waste

Match the collection arrangement to the material your site produces.

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Plate waste

Match the collection arrangement to the material your site produces.

Operations

Plan the collection
around your site.

Every operation is different. Start with where materials arise, where bins fit and how a collection vehicle reaches them.

Identify usable bin space, separation points and a practical route from each work area.

  1. 01Production
  2. 02Finishing
  3. 03Separate
  4. 04Collection
Illustrative printing premises for site planningStorage & separation

Illustrative business setting · your actual site is assessed individually

Build the brief

What we need to
understand your operation.

Your invoice

Your invoice

Current services, charges and contract information.

Your materials

Your materials

The streams you produce and how they are separated.

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Access & storage

Available bin space and vehicle access.

Collection windows

Collection windows

Opening hours and preferred collection times.

Printing Companies 7 min read By Pedro Carreira Updated 3 September 2026
$500-3,000
Typical Monthly Spend
Melbourne North
Service Area
up to 30%
Typical Savings

Printing Companies businesses in Melbourne North have specific waste management requirements. From paper waste to ink waste disposal, Bundle Waste works with a network of providers to find the most cost-effective waste solution for your printing companies business.

Printing Companies in Melbourne North

The printing companies sector in Melbourne North presents specific waste management needs. Melbourne's northern corridor stretches from the established inner suburbs of Brunswick and Coburg through to the industrial heartlands of Campbellfield, Somerton, and Epping. This region features a strong mix of manufacturing, warehousing, food production, and logistics operations along major arterials like the Hume Highway. Rapid residential growth in Craigieburn and surrounding areas is also driving new commercial development. Businesses in this sector typically generate paper waste, ink waste, solvent waste waste streams.

Common Waste Streams

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  • paper waste
  • ink waste
  • solvent waste
  • plate waste
  • cardboard
  • general waste
  • recycling
  • chemical containers

Local Regulations and Compliance

Businesses in the printing companies sector must comply with Victorian waste regulations including the Environment Protection Act 2017 and general environmental duty obligations.

  • EPA Victoria prescribed industrial waste regulations for inks and solvents
  • WorkSafe Victoria hazardous substance storage and handling
  • Trade waste agreements for plate processing chemicals
  • Air emission controls for solvent-based printing
  • National Pollutant Inventory (NPI) reporting for qualifying facilities

Waste Management Costs for Printing Companies in Melbourne North

Typical monthly waste management spend for printing companies businesses in Melbourne North is $500-3,000. Bundle Waste negotiates savings of up to 30% for our printing companies clients in Melbourne North.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does printing company waste management cost in Melbourne North?
Printing company waste management in Melbourne North typically costs $500-3,000 per month depending on print volume and type. A small digital print shop pays $500-800/month, a medium offset printer pays $800-1,500/month, and a large commercial printer pays $1,500-3,000+/month. Paper waste recycling (often generates revenue of $50-200/month), ink and solvent disposal ($200-600/month), general waste ($200-400/month), and plate waste ($50-150/month). Clean paper recycling revenue can offset up to 20% of total waste costs.
How should printing companies manage ink waste?
Ink waste management depends on ink type: solvent-based inks are prescribed industrial waste (PIW) requiring licensed transport and disposal ($300-800 per collection), UV-curable ink waste requires specialist disposal due to photochemical reactivity, water-based ink waste may be discharged to sewer with trade waste agreement (if diluted below limits), and dried ink residue may be classified as general waste. Store ink waste in sealed, labelled containers in bunded areas. Never pour ink waste down drains. Keep different ink types separated for disposal.
Can printing companies recycle paper waste?
Yes, and it should generate revenue. Clean paper waste (setup sheets, trim, unprinted offcuts) is worth $80-150/tonne to paper recyclers. Printed waste paper is worth less ($40-80/tonne) but still recyclable. However, paper contaminated with heavy UV ink coatings, lamination, or adhesive labels may not be recyclable. Segregation is key: keep clean paper, printed paper, and contaminated paper in separate bins. A baler ($3,000-6,000) compresses paper waste into dense bales with better per-tonne value. Most medium printers generate 1-5 tonnes of paper waste monthly.
How much do skip bins cost in Melbourne's northern suburbs?
Skip bins in Melbourne's north (Broadmeadows, Epping, Craigieburn) cost $220–400 for 4m³, $320–550 for 6m³, and $450–800 for 10m³. Prices are 5–10% below CBD rates. Industrial areas like Campbellfield and Somerton have competitive pricing due to proximity to transfer stations.
What waste management does a Melbourne airport business need?
Airport precinct businesses must comply with Melbourne Airport's waste management requirements in addition to standard regulations. Airport waste contracts are typically managed through the airport operator. Security-cleared waste operators may be required for airside operations. Costs are 10–20% higher than comparable off-airport businesses due to security and access requirements.

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Updated 3 September 2026