Aerosol Can Recycling System - Super

The system mounts on a standard 55-gallon steel drum. You place an aerosol can on the puncturing unit, which punctures and depressurizes the can. The remaining contents drain into the drum, and an activated carbon filter captures volatile organic compounds (VOCs) released during puncturing. The punctured can is then safe to recycle as scrap steel.

The Standard is the entry-level EPA-compliant system. The Super adds a counter and padlock for better compliance tracking (ETV/EPA compliant). The Premium features an enclosed puncturing unit and high-efficiency filter for superior filtration (EPA compliant). The Dual Compliant is the most complete system — required for California Universal Waste Rule compliance — and includes a shut-off valve, check valve, containment sump, and drum lid.

Filter life depends on the types and volumes of aerosol cans processed. Color-changing carbon cartridges make it easy — when the carbon changes color, it's time to replace. Non-color-changing cartridges should be replaced on a regular schedule based on your usage volume. Always keep replacement filters on hand so your system is never out of service.

Yes. All aerosol can recycling systems require a standard 55-gallon steel drum (not included) to collect the liquid contents drained from punctured cans. The drum should be properly managed and disposed of according to your local hazardous waste regulations once full.

Under EPA regulations, non-empty aerosol cans are considered hazardous waste and must be managed accordingly. Using an EPA-compliant recycling system allows you to puncture and depressurize cans, converting them from hazardous waste to recyclable steel — significantly reducing disposal costs. In California, facilities must use a Dual Compliant system under the Universal Waste Rule. Contact us at (800) 869-9633 for help choosing the right system.

The counter records the total number of aerosol cans punctured and depressurized through the system. This data is essential for regulatory reporting, waste reduction audits, and documenting your facility’s recycling program performance. The padlock prevents unauthorized use and protects the count accuracy.

The Super adds a built-in can counter and padlock to the Standard’s puncturing unit and filter setup. If your facility needs to track how many cans are recycled (for compliance or auditing), or restrict access to authorized personnel, the Super is the better choice. If you just need basic recycling capability, the Standard ($969.99) saves $630.

No. The Super meets federal EPA/ETV requirements but does not meet California’s Universal Waste Rule for aerosol cans. If your facility operates in California, you need the Dual Compliant system ($1,959.99) which meets both California and federal requirements.