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Flat Can Recycling Easy solutions for recycling specialized items We're Flat Can Recycling. And, let’s be real, sometimes it doesn’t feel worth the effort to investigate solutions.

Making sense of where to send your growing collection of uncommon items can be a headache. Thankfully, when you partner with us, you can stop stressing. We handle all of the logistics and have the proper processing systems in place, so you don’t have to lift a finger. We accept more than 100 types of aerosols, compressed gas, latex paint, household batteries, hard hats, textiles, smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, and car seats. Check back regularly, because our offering keeps growing!

Get ready Dekalb!Join us on October 17th for the Dekalb Recycling Eveng to responsibly recycle a wide range of household...
10/08/2026

Get ready Dekalb!

Join us on October 17th for the Dekalb Recycling Eveng to responsibly recycle a wide range of household and specialty items.

Aerosol cans, propane, MAPP gas, smoke detectors, and carbon monoxide detectors kindly subsidized by the county!

❓ Dekalb Recycling Event
📅 October 17
🕙 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
📍 Dekalb Taylor Municipal Airport, 2200 Pleasant St., DeKalb, IL 60115
⭐ Hosted by the City of Dekalb

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We'll be on site accepting the following specialized items:

Items free of charge (subsidized by the county):
- Aerosol Cans
- Propane & MAPP Gas (14 oz & 16 oz)
- Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Items with convenience fees:
- Latex Paint (Quart): $3 each
- Latex Paint (1 Gallon): $7 each
- Latex Paint (5 Gallon): $22 each

Don’t miss this opportunity to declutter and recycle responsibly!

ON TODAY: The Milton Township Recycling ExtravaganzaJoin us between 9am - 12pm at the Milton Township Highway Department...
10/03/2026

ON TODAY: The Milton Township Recycling Extravaganza

Join us between 9am - 12pm at the Milton Township Highway Department parking lot at 23W040 Poss Street, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 to recycle those pesky paint cans!

Accepted Items List with Convenience Fees⁠
➡️Aerosol Cans: $1.25 each⁠
➡️Latex Paint (Quart): $3 each⁠
➡️Latex Paint (Gallon): $7 each⁠
➡️Latex Paint (5 Gallon): $22 each

The RWC Sustainability Market, hosted by is on today!📍 Northcenter Town Square, 4100 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60618🕰️ 1...
09/27/2026

The RWC Sustainability Market, hosted by is on today!

📍 Northcenter Town Square, 4100 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
🕰️ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Come drop off your pesky, specialized materials for recycling.
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Accepted Items List with Convenience Fees:⁠
✔️ Aerosol Cans: $1.25 each⁠
✔️ Bubble Cars: $10 each⁠
✔️ Car Seats: $10 each⁠
✔️ Hard Hats: $1 each⁠
✔️ Helium Tanks: $5 each⁠
✔️ Highchairs: $10 each⁠
✔️ Household Batteries: $4/pound⁠
✔️ Latex Paint (Sample Pint): Free⁠
✔️ Latex Paint (Quart): $3 each⁠
✔️ Latex Paint (Gallon): $7 each⁠
✔️ Latex Paint (5 Gallon): $22 each⁠
✔️ Power Wheels: $20 each⁠
✔️ Propane/MAPP (14 & 16 oz): $4 each⁠
✔️ Smoke & CO₂ Detectors: $2 each⁠
✔️ Strollers: $10 each⁠
✔️ Tricycles (Plastic Only): $10 each⁠
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More info: reducewastechicago.org/sustainability-market

The Milton Township Recycling Extravaganza is coming up on October 3rd from 9am - 12pm!Held in the Milton Township Highw...
09/24/2026

The Milton Township Recycling Extravaganza is coming up on October 3rd from 9am - 12pm!

Held in the Milton Township Highway Department parking lot at 23W040 Poss Street, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, this event is a great chance to drop off your hard-to-recycle paint cans!

Accepted Items List with Convenience Fees
➡️Aerosol Cans: $1.25 each
➡️Latex Paint (Quart): $3 each
➡️Latex Paint (Gallon): $7 each
➡️Latex Paint (5 Gallon): $22 each

COMING UP ON SEPTEMBER 27:Join us for the Reduce Waste Chicago Sustainability Market.Organized by and held at Northcent...
09/17/2026

COMING UP ON SEPTEMBER 27:

Join us for the Reduce Waste Chicago Sustainability Market.

Organized by and held at Northcenter Town Square, 4100 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60618, this all-day event (10:00 am - 4:00 pm) blends community, sustainability, and responsible recycling. It’s a perfect opportunity to drop off hard-to-recycle items while exploring local eco-friendly vendors.

Accepted Items List with Convenience Fees:

✔️ Aerosol Cans: $1.25 each
✔️ Bubble Cars: $10 each
✔️ Car Seats: $10 each
✔️ Hard Hats: $1 each
✔️ Helium Tanks: $5 each
✔️ Highchairs: $10 each
✔️ Household Batteries: $4/pound
✔️ Latex Paint (Sample Pint): Free
✔️ Latex Paint (Quart): $3 each
✔️ Latex Paint (Gallon): $7 each
✔️ Latex Paint (5 Gallon): $22 each
✔️ Power Wheels: $20 each
✔️ Propane/MAPP (14 & 16 oz): $4 each
✔️ Smoke & CO₂ Detectors: $2 each
✔️ Strollers: $10 each
✔️ Tricycles (Plastic Only): $10 each

Learn more at reducewastechicago.org/sustainability-market

Today's the day!Join us at the Kane County Recycling Event today, August 29, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at 540 S. Randall ...
08/29/2026

Today's the day!

Join us at the Kane County Recycling Event today, August 29, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at 540 S. Randall Road, St. Charles, IL.

Organized by Clair Ryan with Kane County, this event makes it easy to responsibly recycle specialized items that don't belong in your curbside bin. Stop by, clean out your garage or storage space, and let us handle the rest.

Accepted Items & Convenience Fees:
• Aerosol Cans: $1.25 each
• Bubble Cars: $10 each
• Car Seats: $10 each
• Helium Tanks: $5 each
• High Chairs: $10 each
• Power Wheels: $20 each
• Propane/MAPP Cylinders (14 oz. & 16 oz.): $4 each
• Smoke & CO Detectors: $2 each
• Strollers: $10 each

Cash and credit cards are accepted on-site.

There's still time to stop by. We look forward to helping you recycle responsibly!

Happening today!Join us for Westmont Electronics & More today, August 29, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Metra Parking ...
08/29/2026

Happening today!

Join us for Westmont Electronics & More today, August 29, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Metra Parking Lot, 31 W. Quincy Street, Westmont, IL.

Hosted by the Village of Westmont, this event is a convenient way to recycle electronics and other specialty items safely and responsibly. Bring your hard-to-recycle items, and we'll make sure they're properly processed.

Accepted Items & Convenience Fees:
• Aerosol Cans: $1.25 each
• 1 lb. Propane Tanks: $4 each
• Household Batteries: $4 per pound
• Infant & Children's Car Seats: $10 each
• Helium Tanks (Pink or Blue): $5 each
• Power Wheels or Similar Children's Ride-On Cars (with Battery): $20 each
• Plastic High Chairs: $10 each
• Smoke & CO Detectors: $2 each
• Plastic Tricycles: $10 each

Cash and credit cards are accepted on-site.

If you've been meaning to recycle these items, today is the perfect opportunity. We'll see you in Westmont!

Celebrating Carlos this week, one of our hardworking Recycling Assistants at Flat Can!Since joining the team in August 2...
08/27/2026

Celebrating Carlos this week, one of our hardworking Recycling Assistants at Flat Can!

Since joining the team in August 2023, Carlos has played an important role in keeping recyclable materials moving smoothly through our facility. From assisting with daily inbound and outbound processing to cataloging SDS information and tackling plenty of tasks in between, Carlos helps us keep specialized recycling simple and organized.

Thank you, Carlos, for three years of hard work, reliability, and dedication to responsible recycling. We’re glad to have you on the Flat Can team!

It's almost time to clear out your old electronics and other hard-to-recycle items.Join us for the Westmont Electronics ...
08/14/2026

It's almost time to clear out your old electronics and other hard-to-recycle items.

Join us for the Westmont Electronics & More event on Saturday, August 29, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Metra Parking Lot, 31 W. Quincy Street, Westmont, IL.

Hosted by the Village of Westmont, this event provides a convenient way to responsibly recycle electronics and a variety of specialty items. Bring your unwanted items, and we'll make sure they're properly recycled.

Accepted Items & Convenience Fees:
• Aerosol Cans: $1.25 each
• 1 lb. Propane Tanks: $4 each
• Household Batteries: $4 per pound
• Infant & Children's Car Seats: $10 each
• Helium Tanks (Pink or Blue): $5 each
• Power Wheels or Similar Children's Ride-On Cars (with Battery): $20 each
• Plastic High Chairs: $10 each
• Smoke & CO Detectors: $2 each
• Plastic Tricycles: $10 each

Cash and credit cards are accepted on-site.

We look forward to helping you recycle responsibly in Westmont!

Looking to clear out those hard-to-recycle items?Join us for the Kane County Recycling Event on Saturday, August 29, fro...
08/12/2026

Looking to clear out those hard-to-recycle items?

Join us for the Kane County Recycling Event on Saturday, August 29, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at 540 S. Randall Road, St. Charles, IL.

Organized by Clair Ryan with Kane County, this event makes it easy to responsibly recycle specialized items that don't belong in your curbside bin. Bring your items, and we'll take care of the rest.

Accepted Items & Convenience Fees:
• Aerosol Cans: $1.25 each
• Bubble Cars: $10 each
• Car Seats: $10 each
• Helium Tanks: $5 each
• High Chairs: $10 each
• Power Wheels: $20 each
• Propane/MAPP Cylinders (14 oz. & 16 oz.): $4 each
• Smoke & CO Detectors: $2 each
• Strollers: $10 each

Cash and credit cards are accepted on-site.

We look forward to helping you recycle responsibly. See you in St. Charles!

Address

732 Hicks Drive
Elburn, IL
60119

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 4pm
Tuesday 7am - 4pm
Wednesday 7am - 4pm
Thursday 7am - 4pm
Friday 7am - 4pm

Telephone

+16304004903

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