Gas / Cylinders

gas cylinder
  Can this item be recycled?

No, but U Market offers refillable gas cylinders for labs. Contact at ums.umn.edu.

  Materials preparation

Compressed gas cylinders should be submitted for collection: 
1. Use up all of the gas in a cylinder to render it empty if at all possible. Empty cylinders should be clearly marked as empty to avoid confusion when it comes to return or disposal of the cylinder. Do not vent full or partially used cylinders into fume hoods as a means of disposal. 
2. If possible, return gas cylinders, whether empty or partially filled, to the manufacturer or distributor through which they were purchased. If purchased through the University storehouse, contact the U-Market at (612) 624-2094 to make arrangements for return of gas cylinders. 
3. In the event it is not possible to return the cylinders, submit a Hazardous Waste Pickup Request though the Department of Environmental Health & Safety. Make sure the cylinders are clearly marked as to contents and valves are properly sealed and capped. For additional resources, contact hazwaste@umn.edu.

 Should this item be managed as hazardous waste?

Yes, submit a Hazardous Waste Pickup Request though HSRM. Make sure the cylinders are clearly marked as to contents and valves are properly sealed and capped.

 Contacts

Health Safety and Risk Management 
Email: hazwaste@umn.edu 
Phone: 612-626-1604

  Rethink & reduce tips

If possible, refill cylinders to minimize waste, and regularly use a soapy water solution to check for leaks. Choose energy-efficient appliances to reduce propane usage, and always turn off the propane supply immediately after use to avoid wastage. Additionally, store cylinders in cool, dry places to prevent gas loss and ensure safety.

Recycling and Waste Disposal Directory

Recycling Services

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Recycling Services

Scheduling a departmental cleanout

For office or building clean-outs, the Recycling Program will supply large recycling containers on wheels (hampers) for your department purge. Place all reusable and recyclable materials in the hamper. For service requests, use FM Call Center 612-624-2900.

Recycling confidential materials

If you have confidential material that you would like picked up for recycling, you may submit a request form at z.umn.edu/confidential. Call 612-625-6481 for assistance. We provide locked confidential containers and offer direct pickup from your office, however we are not HIPAA compliant. If you need a higher level of security, there are companies in the metropolitan area that can provide the confidential destruction and recycling of documents for a fee. For service requests, use FM Call Center 612-624-2900.

Reporting overflowing recycling / trash containers

Call the Facilities Management Call Center at 612-624-2900 to report an overflow.

What should go to the ReUse Center?

The University ReUse Program has surplus office furniture, supplies, and equipment available to University departments or individuals for purchase. The Reuse Program is located at 883 29th Avenue, S.E., Minneapolis.