PureWay offers a safe, compliant, and efficient solution for facilities that generate sharps waste using containers from other manufacturers.
Through the use of 5, 8, and 18-gallon mail-back collection bins, customers can consolidate and dispose of full sharps containers, regardless of brand.
✅ How It Works:
Here's how to dispose the non-PureWay sharps containers:
Place Full Containers Inside.
Simply place sealed non-PureWay sharps containers into the provided 5, 8, or 18-gallon collection bin.
These bins are designed to accommodate a variety of standard sharps container sizes and shapes.
Seal and Package.
Once the bin is full, securely seal it using the included closure system.
Instructions are provided to ensure compliance with DOT and USPS regulations (UN3291 for regulated medical waste).
Mail-Back for Disposal. Use the prepaid, pre-addressed shipping label to send the bin to PureWay’s permitted treatment facility. Tracking and documentation are included.
Certificate of Destruction. After processing, PureWay provides a certificate of destruction for compliance and recordkeeping.
🔄 Benefits of the System
Among the benefits, the system:
Accepts most third-party sharps containers.
Fully compliant with USPS and DOT regulations.
Ideal for clinics, dental offices, pharmacies, and labs.
Eliminates the need for switching container brands
Includes manifesting, tracking, and proof of disposal.
🧩 Available Sizes & Use Cases
Bin Size | Ideal For | Typical Contents |
5 gal | Low-volume generators | 1–2 small sharps containers |
8 gal | Medium generators (dental, vet) | 3–5 medium sharps containers |
18 gal | High-volume users (clinics, labs) | Large or multiple sharps containers |