Commercial & Industrial Recycling Solutions Across Illinois
Mid America Paper Recycling has proudly served businesses across Illinois for nearly a century.
Founded in 1926, our fourth-generation, family-owned company has grown into a trusted
partner for manufacturers, distribution centers, printers, and commercial operations looking to
improve their recycling performance and recover more value from their waste streams.
Why Illinois Businesses Choose Mid America Paper Recycling
Nearly 100 years of experience, strong buyer relationships, flexible logistics, and a proven ability
to increase recycling revenue while reducing disposal costs.
Our Recycling Services in Illinois
Cardboard (OCC) recycling, paper recycling (50+ grades), plastic recycling, waste audits, bale
wire supply, and brokerage services.
Serving Businesses Across Illinois
We support companies across Chicago, Romeoville, Bolingbrook, Alsip, Waukegan, and beyond
with responsive service and regional expertise.
See our story
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Mid America paper recycling serves businesses across Illinois
Mid America Paper Recycling has proudly been serving Illinois commercial and industrial businesses for over 100 years. Our team is able to service any organization looking to improve their waste stream.
Four Generations Of Growth And Success.
1926
Advance Waste
1978
Mid America Paper
Recycling Established
1982
Opened 13,000 square
foot facility
Early 1990’s
Moved into an 80,000
square foot facility
1995
Lost building to fire
1996
Opened current facility of
70,000 square feet
2000’s
Upgraded transportation
and recycling capabilities
Present
One of the country’s largest
private recycling companies
Affiliations
