Rear End Loaders
Business Waste supplies rear end loaders for businesses that produce large volumes of dry, compactable waste. Available in 8, 10, 12, 14 and 16-yard sizes, these static containers can store suitable general waste, dry mixed recycling, cardboard and other agreed dry waste streams.
Tell us what waste your business produces, approximately how much and how regularly the container needs emptying. We’ll confirm a suitable REL, arrange delivery to your site, and set up collections based on your waste volumes. No separate rental or hidden delivery charges, so you pay for the agreed collection service.
Get a fast and free quote
Get a quote for rear end loader delivery and collection
- Free quote within 1 hour
- 8 to 16-yard REL containers
- No separate bin rental or delivery fees
- Duty of Care paperwork at no extra charge
From local businesses to household names
How does rear end loader collection work?
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Tell us about your waste
Provide the waste stream, average volume, business postcode and preferred collection frequency.
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We confirm a suitable REL
We’ll check the container size, available storage space and access requirements for the rear-loading collection vehicle.
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Your container is delivered
The REL is positioned in an agreed location on your premises, where it normally stays between collections.
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We arrange collection
A specialist collection vehicle lifts and empties the container into the rear of the vehicle before returning it to its position.
Rear end loader hire
A rear end loader (REL) suits businesses that produce large amounts of dry, compactable waste, such as general waste, cardboard, and dry mixed recycling, and other waste types. RELs are large, static containers that are kept on your site to fill with appropriate rubbish.
The container needs a suitable, accessible position with enough room for the collection vehicle to approach, lift and empty it. We’ll check access arrangements before confirming delivery.
For a temporary increase in dry waste, such as a warehouse clear-out or seasonal stock clearance, we can also arrange a one-off REL collection. Sites producing high volumes throughout the year can arrange regular emptying instead.
The relevant Duty of Care paperwork is included with your REL collection at no additional charge.
Daily, weekly, fortnightly or ad hoc collection
8, 10, 12, 14, and 16 yards
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Cardboard Waste
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Confidential Waste
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Dry Mixed Recycling (DMR)
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Garden Waste
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General Waste
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Paper Waste
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Plastic Waste
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What is a rear end loader?
A rear end loader (REL) is a large, static metal waste container used to store high volumes of dry, compactable commercial waste. Waste is normally deposited through the REL’s designated rear-access opening or lid. RELs remain in a fixed position on your site and are emptied by a specialist rear-loading collection vehicle.
They’re commonly used for general waste, cardboard and dry mixed recycling where standard wheelie bins no longer provide enough capacity. RELs vary in size and weight limits also depend on the type of waste they hold. Companies that generate lots of relevant waste generally install one or more for convenient storage and removal.
REL bin sizes
Rear end loaders are available in five sizes, from 8 to 16 cubic yards. The capacity you need depends on your waste volumes, collection frequency and available space. Exact dimensions and permitted load weights vary by container model and waste stream.
These are some of the main REL bin sizes available for delivery and collection:
- 8 yard REL: 6,300-litre capacity to hold approximately 80 bags of waste
- 10 yard REL: can hold approximately 100 bags of waste
- 12 yard REL: for storing approximately 120 bags of waste
- 14 yard REL: storage space for approximately 140 bags of waste
- 16 yard REL: 12,600-litre capacity to hold approximately 160 bags of waste
Capacity and collection weight are separate. A REL may have room for more waste but reach its permitted load weight first if it contains dense or heavy materials. We’ll confirm the appropriate container and weight allowance for your waste stream.
If you generate less commercial waste or don’t have much room, then consider a front end loader.
Is a rear end loader right for my business?
A rear end loader can suit warehouses, manufacturers, supermarkets and other businesses producing high volumes of dry general waste or recycling. Its larger capacity can reduce the number of smaller bins needed, particularly where waste builds up consistently throughout the week. A lockable lid can help restrict unauthorised access and reduce the risk of unwanted materials entering the container.
RELs require suitable outdoor storage and clear access for a specialist collection vehicle. The right container depends on your waste volumes, collection frequency and available space.
RELs provide substantial storage capacity in one static container, but you’ll need enough space for both the bin and the collection vehicle. For companies that produce high volumes of waste, it often works out more cost-effective than using lots of smaller skips or other bins.
Where waste volumes justify a larger container, a REL may reduce the number of smaller bins or collections required. Actual collection costs depend on the waste stream, container size, location and collection frequency.
What can you put in a REL container?
Rear end loaders are mainly used for large volumes of dry, non-hazardous and compactable commercial waste. Other materials may be accepted depending on their weight, composition and the collection arrangements. We’ll confirm suitability before supplying the container.
Use a rear end loader bin to store:
- General waste
- Dry mixed recycling
- Cardboard recycling
- Paper recycling
- Construction and industrial waste
- Metal waste
Standard RELs aren’t suitable for glass, liquids or hazardous waste. Food waste and heavy or wet materials normally require different containers. Tell us about any unusual waste before placing it in a REL.
Arrange rear end loader delivery and collection
Need a rear end loader for your business? Tell us what dry waste you produce, your average volumes, postcode and preferred collection frequency. We’ll confirm a suitable REL size and check the available space and vehicle access.
We can arrange ongoing collections or discuss a one-off service for temporary increases in waste.
Get a fast and free quote
Get a quote for rear end loader delivery and collection
- Free quote within 1 hour
- 8 to 16-yard REL containers
- No separate bin rental or delivery fees
- Duty of Care paperwork at no extra charge
Commercial bins, bags, and containers
Ensure you have the right business waste bins, bags, or containers with a suitable strategy in place for your collections. We offer a free audit that assesses the amount and types of waste you produce and how often. This helps define the most effective and cost-efficient bins, bags, or waste containers you need and the best collection schedule for your business.
From wheelie bins in various sizes to big rear-end and front-end loaders, roll-on/roll-off bins and skips to compactors – we have everything you need to fulfil your duty of care when it comes to waste. We also provide waste bags for clinical waste types to safely store such refuse before collection.
Explore the range of commercial bins, bags, and waste containers available in the UK to store your business waste before collection.
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1100 litre wheelie bins
The 1100 litre bin is the largest wheelie bin available to store up to 18 bags of waste.
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240 litre wheelie bins
The standard size wheelie bin you have at home that holds three to four bags of waste.
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360 litre wheelie bins
This is the largest two-wheel bin available to store five or six waste bags.
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660 litre wheelie bins
A four-wheel bin suitable for larger volumes of general waste and dry mixed recycling.
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Anatomical waste bags
Red clinical waste bags for organs, body parts, materials contaminated with bodily fluids.
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Balers
Static balers compress recyclable waste into solid bales to save space.
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Battery Bins
A battery bin helps improve recycling rates of used batteries and is a legal requirement for many businesses.
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Cardboard Balers
If you produce large amounts of cardboard waste then consider a baler.
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Clinical infectious waste bags
Orange clinical waste bags are for materials contaminated with infectious waste.
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Clinical waste bags
Clinical waste bags to store medical waste safely before collection and disposal.
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Clinical Waste Bins
Clinical waste bins are suitable containers to store all sorts of medical waste safely.
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Commercial Bin Sizes
Read our helpful guide to commercial bin sizes, dimensions, and measurements.
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Commercial waste bags
Commercial waste bags are ideal for various waste types when you can’t use a bin.
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Compactors
Choose from mobile and static compactors for general waste or recyclable rubbish.
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Confidential Waste Bags and Bins
Confidential waste bags provide a secure and flexible way to store sensitive documents before disposal.
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Cytotoxic and cytostatic waste bags
Purple waste bags for waste contaminated with cytotoxic and cytostatic medicines.
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Dental (amalgam) waste bins
White clinical waste bins for dental waste including unwanted and excess amalgam.
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Front end loaders
Large static containers ideal for businesses generating high volumes of waste.
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Highly infectious clinical waste bags
Yellow clinical waste bags for waste contaminated with infectious bodily fluids.
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IBC containers
Store high volumes of liquid waste including chemicals, solvents, and hazardous waste.
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Industrial Waste Bins
Store industrial waste safely on your site before collection and disposal with secure bins and containers.
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Large Commercial Waste Bins
A large bin offers a cost-effective way to store and dispose of commercial waste.
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Metal Balers
Using a metal baler in your business condenses the volume of waste, saving space for efficient storage.
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Non-infectious clinical waste bags
Yellow and black waste bags for non-infectious and non-hazardous waste.
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Office Bins
Different types of general waste and recycling bins for offices in various sizes.
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Paper Balers
Compact paper waste into bales to save space and make regular paper recycling collections easier.
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Plastic Balers
Compact plastic film, packaging, and other suitable plastics into bales for easier storage and recycling collections.
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Rear end loaders
A big commercial waste skip in sizes that can hold up to 160 bags of waste.
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Roll on roll offs
One of the largest containers for business waste that can store up to 440 bags of waste.
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Sanitary Waste Bins
Safely store feminine hygiene products and other sanitary waste with various bin sizes.
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Sharps bins
Use sharps bins with different coloured lids for needles, syringes, scalpels, and knives.
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Skip Hire
Hire a skip for small-scale commercial waste clearance, between 2-12 yard sizes available.
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Skip sizes
Sizes vary from 2 to 12-yard skips that can easily store various waste types and amounts.
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Small wheelie bins
Small two-wheel bins for businesses producing low volumes of waste or with limited space.
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Waste drums
Drums and barrels are ideal to safely store liquid, oil, and hazardous waste for collection.
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Wheelie Bins
Explore a range of two and four-wheel bins for many waste types.
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Wood Bins
A wood bin or skip helps your business segregate and store any type and amount of scrap wood safely.
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Rear end loader FAQs
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How much waste can a rear end loader hold?
Rear end loaders are available in several sizes. An 8-yard REL holds around 6,300 litres or 80 bags of waste, while a 16-yard REL can hold approximately 12,600 litres or 160 bags.
Actual capacity depends on the waste type and how it is loaded.
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What businesses use rear end loaders?
Rear end loaders suit businesses that produce high volumes of dry, compactable waste.
They are commonly used by warehouses, factories, supermarkets, retailers, distribution centres, hotels, schools and large offices for general waste, cardboard and dry mixed recycling.
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REL vs FEL: what’s the difference?
A rear end loader is usually larger and is filled through an opening at the back. A front end loader is slightly smaller and is normally loaded through a lid or side panel.
Both suit dry commercial waste, but the right option depends on your waste volume, available space and site access. Read our front end loader vs rear end loader guide for a full comparison.
Published 30th March 2022 by JackBrayshaw. Last modified 28th October 2026