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APHIS Waste Removal: How to Stay Compliant with Federal Disposal Guidelines?

Have you ever wondered what happens to the leftover food from an international flight, the wooden pallets that arrive coated in foreign soil, or the packing material used to ship exotic plants across oceans? At The Mark-Costello Co., we know these items don’t just end up in a regular dumpster. Many of them fall under …

Why Is It Important To Sterilize International Waste?

Imagine the tray from your international flight, used cutlery, food scraps, napkins, and packaging, all whisked away once the plane lands. But where does that waste go? And why does it matter? International waste often seems invisible to the average traveler or consumer, but behind the scenes, it’s a serious and tightly regulated issue. Waste …

How Vertical Balers Help Facilities Save Space and Reduce Recycling Costs?

What if the key to solving your facility’s cluttered backroom, rising recycling bills, and inefficient waste workflows wasn’t a bigger dumpster, but a smarter approach? That’s exactly what vertical balers bring to the table. These compact powerhouses are quietly transforming how facilities handle recyclables, cutting costs while freeing up precious floor space that’s been lost …