Ballasts 5 Gallon Pail | Medium Capacity | BN5-MED
$135.00
Heavy-duty buckets with secure lids, designed for specific waste streams. Weather-resistant and DOTcompliant.
Accepted Waste Types / Capacity
TSCA Exempt Non-PCB Lamp Ballasts, PCB Lamp Ballasts, Electronic Ballasts, Magnetic Ballasts, Fluorescent Lamp Ballasts, HID Ballasts, Metal Halide Ballasts, High Pressure Sodium (HPS) Ballasts, Low Pressure Sodium (LPS) Ballasts, Rapid Start Ballasts, Instant Start Ballasts, Programmed Start Ballasts, Dimmable Ballasts, Residential Light Ballasts, Commercial Light Ballasts.
Included Items
NLR Returns Shipping container, Instructions, Pre-paid UPS Return Shipping Label, All Recycling Fees, Certificate of Recycling.
Dimension
DIMENSIONS:
Height:
- Outside (Including Lid): 16.04"
- Inside: 15"
Diameter:
- Outside:
- Top (Including Lid): 11.44"
- Bottom: 10.31"
- Inside:
- Top: 11 1/4"
- Bottom: 10.18"
Capacity
CAPACITY:
- Approximately 66 lbs
- Maximum Stacking Weight: 425 lbs
Product Imagery and Variances
We constantly update and improve our inventory to provide you with the best possible products. As a result, the items pictured on this website are for illustrative purposes only. The actual product you receive may vary slightly in color, design, packaging, dimensions, or specifications from the images displayed online. We cannot guarantee that your device's screen accurately reflects the true color or details of the items.
About The Container
The BN5-MED is a medium-capacity NLR Returns recycling bucket designed for the safe collection and transportation of ballasts. Built around a durable 5-gallon screw-top container, it delivers a simple, dependable recycling solution for facilities, contractors, and maintenance teams handling ballast waste. Each bucket arrives ready to use with a fitted plastic liner and pre-applied ballast labeling to help streamline handling from pickup to final recycling at NLR’s facility.
Easy From Start to Finish
NLR Returns simplifies ballast recycling with a ready-to-use system built around convenience. Your bucket arrives prepared with the proper liner and labeling—just fill it, secure the lid, and hand it directly to UPS for shipment to NLR’s recycling facility.
Built for Reliable Handling
Designed for transportation and day-to-day jobsite use, the heavy-duty screw-top bucket helps provide dependable containment during storage, handling, and transit. Every NLR Returns container is selected to meet the high standards required for recycling universal waste safely and efficiently.
Made Specifically for Ballasts
The BN5-MED is labeled and configured specifically for ballast recycling, helping keep waste streams organized and compliant. Purpose-built packaging helps ensure your ballast waste is handled with the right recycling process once it arrives at NLR.
What you can recycle
TSCA Exempt Non-PCB Lamp Ballasts, PCB Lamp Ballasts, Electronic Ballasts, Magnetic Ballasts, Fluorescent Lamp Ballasts, HID Ballasts, Metal Halide Ballasts, High Pressure Sodium (HPS) Ballasts, Low Pressure Sodium (LPS) Ballasts, Rapid Start Ballasts, Instant Start Ballasts, Programmed Start Ballasts, Dimmable Ballasts, Residential Light Ballasts, Commercial Light Ballasts.
*This list is not exhaustive—items with similar characteristics may also be accepted. For questions about specific items, please contact our customer support team at 888.657.5267.
Frequently Asked Questions
The NLR Returns program is always expanding based on customer requests, however our products will expand as regulatory changes occur. Select All Products from our SHOP for a complete list.
Yes, our permit to operate is strictly enforced by regulatory agencies including EPA and Connecticut DEEP. Only include the product listed on the container or additional cost will apply.
Waste streams must remain separate and be placed exclusively in containers approved for their specific product. For example batteries are prohibited from being mixed with light bulbs.
Follow the details specifically on the container for a step-by-step instructions.
Place safely into the box with the broken side facing up. Wear protective gloves to eliminate cuts or abrasions. Please note that incidental breakage is allowed, however fully broken (crushed) lamps are probative from shipping through NLR Returns.
Please refer to the container volume / weight listed in the product description.
The UPS Returns label is securely placed on the container by the NLR Fulfillment Center. If the label is torn or unusable contact NLR at info@nlr-green.com. Additional costs may apply.
NLR has contracted exclusively through Unishippers / UPS for the best rate and handling process. If you elect to send it back via another carrier the package will be returned at your expense.
Once the product is received and processed the COR will be emailed to the details we have on file.
Explore More Recycling Options
NLR Returns offers a full range of environmentally safe, DOT-compliant containers to meet all your waste management needs.
Terms & Conditions
By using any NLR Returns™ product or service, you agree to the following terms and conditions:
RETURNS
Unused containers may be returned within 3 days of delivery. Customers are responsible for return shipping costs and may not use the provided pre-paid return label for this purpose. Returns must be shipped to the address below to receive a credit or refund:
NLR Returns™
256 Main Street, Suite B
East Windsor, CT 06088
All full containers must be returned within 1-year of the accumulation start date to:
NLR Returns™
250 Main Street
East Windsor, CT 06088
COMPLIANCE & RESPONSIBILITY
Keep the container lid closed and secured always except when wastes are actually being added to or removed from the container. NLR provides DOT compliant containers and packaging specifically designed for the shipment of universal waste such as (light bulbs, dry cell batteries, non-PCB lighting ballasts, mercury-devices, and electronics / e-waste) provided that all items are properly packed and sealed according to the instructions and guidelines. All returned universal waste is recycled in compliance with applicable Federal and State RCRA and Universal Waste Regulations. Processing will be in accordance with NLR Permit to Operate No. 04701160-PCO issued by Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection.
CUSTOMER OBLIGATIONS
Customers must use NLR Returns™ containers only for the approved universal waste types and must follow all packaging and shipping instructions included with the product. Do not exceed the container's specified capacity. Pre-paid UPS® shipping labels are valid only for use with NLR Returns™ containers and associated contents.
ADDITIONAL CHARGES
Additional fees may apply if any of the following conditions apply:
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If lamps are not properly packaged using the included ShatterGuard™ inner liner.
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If waste volume exceeds the container’s capacity.
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If supplied tape is not used to secure the ends of the boxes before returning to NLR for processing and recycling.
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Other universal or off-spec waste in comingled in the container.
NLR reserves the right to refuse any non-compliant shipments or apply additional handling charges.
DISCLAIMER OR LIABILITY
NLR, Inc. is not liable for any damages special, incidental, or punitive that may arise from your use of the NLR Returns™ program at your site or 3rd party location.
INDEMNIFICATION
NLR, Inc. agrees to indemnify your organization (including its officers, agents, and employees) from any claims, losses, or damages—including attorney fees—resulting from injury or property damage directly caused by the proper and intended use of the NLR Returns™ program once received by NLR personnel or employees. This indemnity does not apply in cases of:
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Failure to follow NLR's written instructions and guidelines.
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Negligence or willful misconduct by you or your representatives.
ACCUMULATION START DATE
You are responsible to write in the Accumulation Start Date (the date collection of waste begins) in the space provided on the attached Universal Waste Label. Containers must be shipped within one year of this date to remain compliant.
CERTIFICATE OF RECYCLING
A COR (certificate of recycling) is issued after processing and will be issued and available for review.
QUESTIONS
Our customer service team is here to help.
Call us toll-free at 1.888.657.5267 or email help@nlrreturns.com
PRODUCT IMAGERY & VARIANCES
We constantly update and improve our inventory to provide you with the best possible products. As a result, the items pictured on this website are for illustrative purposes only. The actual product you receive may vary slightly in color, design, packaging, dimensions, or specifications from the images displayed online. We cannot guarantee that your device's screen accurately reflects the true color or details of the items.