Recycling of aluminium cans could be a source of income for charities, schools and community groups. The challenge is to organise collection in a planned and co-ordinated way. Some useful addresses are included at the end of this leaflet to help in researching the feasibility of setting up scheme m your area. A simple test therefore is to use a small magnet - if none is available, try magnetic catches on fridges, kitchen presses, etc. Establish an outlet which will process any cans recovered.
Some places accept both aluminium and tin plated steel cans.
Seek the cooperation of sources of bulk supplies of cans in your area, for example restaurants, hotels, canteens, shops, clubs, etc. Locate suitable receptacles with provision for separation of aluminium from ordinary cans, in highly visible locations, e.g. close to existing bottle banks, shopping centres, car parks. Separation at source is essential for the success for a scheme. Have facilities for crushing cans to reduce their bulk. Don't try to crush pressurised cans.