Oil filters

 

 

What are the appropriate methods for disposing of my used oil and oil filters?  

Performing regular maintenance tasks such as changing oil and oil filters is crucial to keep many machines running well. However, once you have removed the old oil or an oil filter, you may be unsure about the proper disposal methods. These should not be thrown in the trash due to the toxic and polluting nature of oil. RPRA warns that the oil from just one oil change can contaminate one million gallons of water. Therefore, it is crucial to avoid disposing of oil in regular trash cans or dumping it in the environment. 

According to RPRA regulations, you must dispose of or recycle all oil and oil filters from equipment and vehicles in the right way. Used oil can be recycled or refined into lower grades of lubricating oils or fuels.  

You can also take your used oil to a local body shop or service station, where they will recycle it for you.  

Proper disposal of oil filters is also essential since they contain trace amounts of used oil and other possible contaminants. There are three options for disposing of used oil filters: puncturing and hot draining the filter, crushing the filter, or taking it to a body shop or local recycling facility that accepts used oil filters.  

To hot drain the filter, you should carefully remove it from your unit while it is still warm (taking precautions to avoid burns and wearing safety glasses and gloves). Then, puncture the end of the filter and let it stand upside down for at least 12 hours to allow the oil to drain into a container or pan. Once fully drained, you can recycle the empty filter and the oil.  

Another option is to use a filter crusher that can crush the old oil filters, similar to drink cans, making them suitable for recycling. If you prefer not to handle the recycling process yourself, you can also take your old oil filters to a local body shop or recycling center. 

 

Properly disposing of your oil and oil filters ensures minimal harm to the environment and protects your business from potential fines for improper disposal. Contact RYSE for more information about proper recycling of oil filters and parts. 

 

Option2. (Detailed) 

 

You know it's time to replace your oil filter, but you're not sure how to get rid of the old one. We've done the research and are aware of the most secure ways to get rid of your used oil filter lawfully. 

A used oil filter can be disposed of by being punctured and hot-drained, crushed with an oil filter crusher, or brought to a local auto shop or recycling facility that takes them. The three choices listed above are the safest legal methods for getting rid of used oil filters. 

Continue reading to learn more about how to dispose of your used oil filter. We have all the details you require! 

Hot-draining and Puncturing 

The hot-draining approach can be your best option if you want to get rid of your used oil filter quickly. You must carefully remove the filter from your car while it is still hot in order to use this procedure. I advise wearing gloves because it could be really hot. The can should then be punctured at the filter's end and turned upside down so that the liquid can drain into a container that is empty. Once inverted, gravity draining could take up to 24 hours to completely empty it. 

The liquid-filled container and the now-empty can can both be recycled after this. The oil can be dropped off at many local auto shops and the can is recyclable. This technique for getting rid of your used oil filter is simple and shouldn't cause too much trouble. Who doesn't enjoy simplicity? 

Crushing the filter 

You can also get an oil filter crusher if you want to properly get rid of oil filters. Although it will cost a little extra, this approach will be simple. All you have to do is buy the crusher, place the can inside, and it will do the rest. The crushed contents can then be recycled. If you have a lot of oil filters that need to be crushed, this method would be ideal. The environment will benefit from this strategy as well. 

 

Bringing Filter to a Store or Recycling Facility 

You can take your used oil filter to a nearby store or recycling facility if you don't want to deal with it yourself. You can bring your used oil filters to some auto repair shops and recycling facilities, and they will empty and recycle them for you. To ensure that the places accept old oil filters, please sure to call ahead of time. If you don't want to get your hands dirty but yet want to get rid of your oil filter properly and legally, this procedure is simple. 

 

Take care to... 

When working with oil filters, there are a few things to be mindful of. Wearing gloves and safety eyewear is a must if you decide to drain or handle your oil filter yourself. Be very careful when handling the filters because hot oil can burn you quickly. Ensure that the oil doesn't combine with other liquids to avoid any danger. Just be cautious and wise!