Eco-Container Co.

09/03/2018

The previous post will provide those who wish to create a Rainwater Harvesting water collection, conservation and diversion system to either reduce their water costs due to water meters or to reduce the pressure and stress of private water sources i.e. drilled well or small lakes and reservoirs.
Keep in mind by using recycled containers and other materials a low cost system can be developed to recover the thousands of liters of Rainwater through the eavestroughs on houses, garages and barns lost each year.

Over the past 4.5 years the Eco-Container Co. has assisted many residents and businesses throughout the Maritimes by providing Food-Grade and Non-Food Grade plastic barrels and instruction through workshops and demonstrations.

To get an idea of what we can provide to assist you with your project in our goal of using as much recycled materials as possible to Harvest as much rainwater as possible. Checkout the photo section of this page to get an indication of what we can do or have already done.

The Eco-Container Co. can be contacted by email at: [email protected].

09/03/2018

Considerations prior to establishing
“Rainwater Harvesting System”.
Rainwater is an excellent source of drinking water whether you’re living on a homestead or surviving after a disaster. However, it’s not as simple as setting out buckets when it rains. You need to set up a proper rainwater harvesting system. And even then, you must be careful not to make any serious mistakes.
Look over this list of mistakes to make sure you’re not making them or you’ll live to regret it.
Here they are:
1. Forgetting to make sure it’s legal in your area.
2. Using the wrong kind of barrel (the wrong kind will leach dangerous chemicals into your water).
3. Buying expensive barrels. If you’re search hard enough, you can find them used.
4. Not setting up a system for getting your water out (such as a spigot or pump).
5. Not keeping your barrels covered (with sheets, screens, or even cooking oil).
6. Forgetting to let rain rinse your roof for 10 minutes and have simple filter on the down spout of the evestrough before collecting rainwater.
7. Using a small system. It takes a lot of water to live.
One of the biggest mistakes you can make is when you are purchasing previously used plastic and steel barrels for the use of harvesting rainwater or collecting and storing water is taking the word of the seller.
Take note of the following when buying used barrels/containers:
1. In Canada all plastic barrels/containers are graded with the grade impression literally pressed into the plastic somewhere on the barrel or container. The Health Canada indicator of the grade of a plastic Food Grade container i.e. barrel, buckets, small pots is:

The Health Canada Food Grade indicator label is the # 2 inside a Triangle see attached photo along a an information sheet..

If this label cannot be found on the container consider it as not Food Grade.

2. Remember the barrels maybe marked as Food Grade but it is very important to determine to your satisfaction the last product in the barrel/container was also a Food Product or a safe product. It is better to buy an unwashed barrel/container, so you can literally determine the last product that was continued in the barrel/container. Then you cleanse, sanitize or sterilize the item to your satisfaction and safety. There are people who have been mislead by those reselling plastic products and either loss money or could not use the container because of possible contamination from a Non-Food product or another type unsafe product. Keep in mind there are safe Non-Food products shipped in Food Grade containers i.e. soap, cleansers. That is why it is so important to determine the contents prior to purchase because after the purchase it may only be good as a garbage can. If the seller CANNOT OR WILL satisfy you as to what was in the container find another seller. For in-depth information plastic review attached information sheet from Health Canada web site.

07/15/2018

For a great change to taste wonderful desserts and specials treats which are gluten and dairy free as well as vegan you should check out my daughter- in- Law's cooking business at "Nirvana Nutrition" on Facebook and at her location at the Riverview Chocolate River Farmer's Market, Honour House Court on Wednesdays from 4 to 7 pm and at the Bouctouhe Farmer's Market on Saturdays from 7 am to 1 pm. There will be a great selection of unique chocolate and other pastries and cakes on demand and will take orders for special occasions. Tell her Macx sent you.

04/17/2018

The Eco-Container Co. continues to be one of the largest re-cycling businesses of Food Grade and Non-Food Grade plastic containers within the Maritimes with a variety of models and sizes of containers from 1 liter to 1000 liters. It has recently received a shipment of 1000 liter totes and 200 liter barrels. There is a limited number of the small red and blue 12 liter containers ideal for Campers and boaters. To obtain an idea of what the Eco-Container Co. offers in modifying re-cycled plastic containers so they can be used for purposes other than originally intended and to reduce costs in your home. cottager and recreation projects (go the photo section of this page). Should a group or community wish to sponsor a workshop involving any of the following issues from recycling plastic containers along with Rain Water Harvesting, collection, conservation, diversion to composting. Should contact the Eco-Container Co. at 506-379-2211 or 379-0678 or through email: [email protected]

12/21/2017

We would to thank all those who have done business with our small local re-cycling business which has made it possible to re-use hundreds of plastic containers from 1 liter to 1000 liters as well as large quantity of Recovered Lumber. Remember to re-cycle, re-use while supporting re-cycling businesses within your community.
We wish everyone a happy holiday season and all the best in 2018.

In preparation for the spring planting season we are taking orders for the Raised Planting Beds locally constructed using re-cycled plastic barrels and from some remnants of cedar lumber from the local Cedar Sawmill. By ordering early and getting you name on the list you will have your Raised Planting Beds on time to get a good start in the spring growing season in 2018. These well constructed Raised Planting beds are great for those with physical restriction and wish to continue to enjoy gardening and remain active in a comfortable manner. We can provide single and multiple Raised Growing Planter Units which are well built, attractive, versatile, will last for years, are light when empty and capable of growing a large variety of plants at one time. When prepared properly these beds are good for water collection and conservation thus being environmentally friendly

08/06/2017

I am trying to find out how to clean plastic containers which had previously contained caustic soda, good enough to use for other purposes.

Located at 64 woodlawn rd, Dorchester, New Brunswick

08/06/2017

The Eco-Container Co. is now serving customers who are very interested in the numerous items related to the re-using of plastic containers as well as other plastic items such pallets. These items not only include containers in their original form but also items which are created from damaged containers. By modifying containers to serve a purpose other than their original intended purpose serves a environmental purpose by keeping from landfill sites, stored in places taking up land space for no reason and can provide materials to small businesses at a much reduced cost. By going to the Eco-Container photo gallery those active in seeking items to reduce costs when compared to purchasing new get a overview of what can be done. Many individuals and businesses have already taken advantage of using re-cycled and/or modified plastic containers in activities such as water collection, conversation and diversion, gardening, construction, garbage and waste collection and storage.
Eco-Container Co. would ask all those who view this post to spread the word about considering the use of re-cycled plastic containers in their projects which could reduce costs of the project by as much as 50 % compared to new, reduce waste, keep earth space clean and available and the over all environment will benefit.
An example of the scope of how the Eco-Container Co. provides benefits of re-cycling is by helping those with individuals physical restrictions to continue gardening with its series of "Raised Planting Beds" and the easy to operator "Rotating Composter" constructed from re-cycled black plastic barrels and surplus cedar lumber pieces from a local New Brunswick sawmill. Both of these items are convenient and reduce the physical effort needed to enjoy outdoor lawn and garden projects. Take note all items in the photo display may not be available as re-cycling is based on what becomes available from various sources.
Re-cycling saves for all.

07/21/2017

The Eco-Container Co. continues to re-cycle plastic containers and create new products including those which can be used to assist in helping people with physical restrictions. There are images of "Raised Planting Beds" and vertical rotating "Composters" both very easy to use and help people continue to be active whiling raising their favour garden produce. The height and length of these garden products can be custom made .

06/23/2017

Offering custom built Raised Planting Beds. Those who have restrictions when trying to enjoy gardening at ground level now have the option of having custom raised planting beds of various sizes constructed to help them be active and provide fresh produce.
These Raised Planting Beds can be provided in sections of 35" long by 23" wide and 11-1/2" deep with overall height of is 35".
The use of re-cycled black barrels enhances the heat levels. The half barrel sections have anti-flooding holes in each end 3 inches from the bottom. The frame is made from surplus cedar lumber which can be stained or left natural.
The attached images show a single section and a triple section Raised Planting Beds, Patio Planters and other re-cycled growing containers. Keep in mind different designed can be provide to meet location and space requirements.
These images show just a few of the items that the Eco-Container Co. re-cycles which helps make it one of the largest custom re-cycler of Food Grade plastic containers from one liter to 1000 liter in the Atlantic Region.
View other ads on Kijiji or email and request proposals and estimates for your projects. Delivery can be provided fees based on distance and time from Dorchester, NB

04/02/2017

The Eco-Container Co. is a small local re-cycling business for Food Grade and NON-Food Grade plastic Containers from1 liter and 1000 liters. This small business now also provide the guidance and materials for the collection, conservation and diversion of surplus water before it is wasted in the enormous sewer systems throughout Canada. Those concerned with environmental issues appear not realize that millions upon millions of gallons of water (liquid gold) per day, from just rainfall, is sent to the oceans through the local sewers without serving any beneficial purpose to surface of the planet.
It will nor be long before there will be more restrictions on the use of water and prices higher there will be on gas or oil. Example: Presently we more for a liter of drinking water in some places than we do for a liter of gas.
Those who start establishing their individual collection, conservation and diversion systems with re-cycled products will benefit for years to come at a very low initial cost. These systems will also benefit and protect those who have private water sources (drilled wells, lakes and ponds) and add valve to whatever property where the system was installed.
Now on the lighter side; these types of projects are not complicated or involve sums on money and can be developed over a period of time while giving the participants a meaningful activity both useful and beneficial to both the mind and body.
For further information call 506-379-2211, 379-0678 or email: [email protected].

04/02/2017

Offering a variety of Food Grade and Non-Food Grade containers (200 liter plastic barrels and 1000 Liters) starting at $20.00 to choose from. Barrels can be custom cut.
The Eco-Container Co. is one of the largest provider of re-cycled Food grade and Non Food Grade plastic barrels and containers from 1 liter to 1000 liters.
Barrels for diving platforms. floating docks, patio pots, planters, garbage cans and cattle field feeders. These plastic barrels and containers can utilized in creation of energy free water collection, conservation and diversion systems which can re-cycle 1000s of liters of rain water per year for such things developing water ponds and use in greenhouses or watering systems for gardens. Keeping mind there are hundreds of thousands of water wasted and diverted to the sewage system before provides any benefit to the earth surface.
All this can be done by using long lasting environmental safe plastic barrels and containers as well as reduce energy costs in industry and all types of agriculture. Many Maple Sap Harvesters use the plastic containers provided the Eco-Container Co. Scheduled delivery available on large orders, fees based on distance and time to P.E.I., NS and New Brunswick.