







3m3 Front Lift Recycling Cage
Elevate Series Front Lift Recycling Cage
The PLAST-AX 3m3 Front Lift Recycling Cage is designed to help businesses recover more recyclable materials while reducing the maintenance associated with traditional galvanised steel cages. Combining a durable polyethylene body with high-visibility mesh panels, it provides a reliable solution for collecting cardboard, paper and other lightweight recyclables in demanding commercial environments.
Ideal for warehouses, distribution centres, retail facilities and manufacturing operations, the 3m3 Recycling Cage offers generous capacity without compromising day-to-day usability. Compatible with standard front lift collection vehicles and available with optional heavy-duty castors, it integrates easily into existing recycling operations while improving handling around site.
Unlike galvanised steel alternatives, the polyethylene construction won’t rust, corrode or require ongoing repainting. The open mesh design allows contents to be identified at a glance, helping encourage better waste separation while maintaining a clean, professional appearance.
From busy loading docks to commercial recycling stations, the PLAST-AX 3m3 Front Lift Recycling Cage delivers dependable performance, lower maintenance and a smarter way to manage high-volume recyclable materials.
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The PLAST-AX 3m3 model helps businesses improve recycling efficiency while reducing maintenance, downtime and lifetime ownership costs compared to the traditional galvanised steel recycling cages.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

For Everyday Recycling
Ideal for cardboard, paper and lightweight recyclables, the 3m3 Recycling Cage is built to withstand demanding commercial environments without the maintenance associated with steel.
Why Choose The PLAST-AX 3m3 Front Lift Recycling Cage?
PURPOSE BUILT FOR RECYCLING
Optimised for cardboard and lightweight recyclables to improve collection efficiency.
BETTER
VISIBILITY
Front & back panels improve content visibility, helping reduce contamination.
WON’T RUST
OR CORRODE
Heavy-duty polyethylene construction eliminates rust, corrosion and ongoing repainting.
EASY TO REPOSITION
Lightweight construction makes repositioning easier than traditional steel alternatives.
REDUCED OPERATING COSTS
Durable construction reduces maintenance, repairs and downtime throughout its lifetime.
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3m3 Front Lift Recycling Cage FAQs
The PLAST-AX 3m3 Front Lift Recycling Cage is designed for cardboard, paper, plastics, packaging and other lightweight recyclable materials.
A Front Lift Recycling Cage is purpose-built for high-volume recyclable materials and features mesh sides that improve visibility and airflow. A Front Lift Bin is enclosed and better suited to collecting general commercial waste, food waste and mixed refuse.
PLAST-AX recycling cages won’t rust or corrode and require significantly less maintenance than traditional galvanised steel cages. They are also quieter during collection, easier to manoeuvre and maintain a clean, professional appearance throughout their service life.
Front Lift Recycling Cages are widely used by warehouses, distribution centres, retail stores, shopping centres, manufacturing facilities and commercial properties that generate large volumes of recyclable materials.
Yes. The cage is designed to minimise water ingress during wet weather while the grate panels provide clear visibility of contents for operators and collection crews.
Yes. The PLAST-AX 3m3 Front Lift Recycling Cage is available with optional heavy-duty castors, making it easier to reposition around commercial sites while maintaining compatibility with front lift collection vehicles.
Yes. The PLAST-AX 3m3 Front Lift Recycling Cage is designed with integrated front lift pockets and is compatible with standard front lift collection vehicles used throughout Australia.







