Frequently Asked Questions

TyreCycle FAQs

Answer: No — Tyrecycle doesn’t require you to pre‑sort or prepare tyres before collection. Our team is equipped to handle mixed loads of passenger, truck, agricultural and even OTR tyres, and they manage the sorting and processing once the tyres reach their facility.

Answer: After Tyrecycle collects your tyres, they’re taken to one of our specialised recycling facilities, where they’re sorted and processed into new, usable products. Depending on the tyre type, this can include turning them into crumb rubber for roads and sports surfaces, tyre‑derived fuel for industrial energy, or recovered steel for manufacturing, ensuring your tyres are responsibly recycled and kept out of landfill.

How do I know my tyres are being recycled responsibly and not stockpiled or dumped?

Answer: Tyrecycle makes it easy to be confident your tyres are handled responsibly. As Australia’s largest tyre recycler, we operate licensed facilities, maintain full traceability from collection through processing, and ensure every tyre is recycled into approved end‑use products – never stockpiled, buried, or dumped. Our processes are independently audited, we comply with all state and national regulations, and we’re a founding member of Tyre Stewardship Australia, which sets strict standards for responsible recycling. When you work with Tyrecycle, you’re choosing a recycler with a proven track record, transparent reporting, and a commitment to keeping tyres out of landfill and the environment.

Answer: Yes. Tyrecycle provides the traceability, certified processes, and measurable environmental outcomes that help businesses strengthen their sustainability and ESG reporting. Through its documented chain of custody, recognised environmental and safety certifications, and proven waste‑diversion and circular‑economy outcomes, Tyrecycle gives organisations reliable data to demonstrate responsible resource recovery and improved environmental performance.

Answer: Look for a recycler with strong environmental and safety certifications, transparent chain‑of‑custody processes, and credible end‑markets to ensure tyres are genuinely recycled. It’s also important to choose a provider with the scale and capability to service your sites reliably, full compliance with Australian regulations, and the ability to supply data that supports your sustainability or ESG reporting. Many businesses also prefer partners – like Tyrecycle – that invest in circular‑economy outcomes and advanced recycling technologies to deliver long‑term value.

Answer: Tyrecycle can collect tyres in a range of quantities, from small regular pickups through to large commercial volumes. Because Tyrecycle operates Australia’s largest tyre‑recycling network – with nationwide collection fleets, specialised equipment, and facilities capable of processing everything from passenger tyres to large OTR and mining tyres – they can tailor collections to suit your needs rather than requiring a strict minimum or maximum.

Answer: Absolutely. Through Tyrecycle’s advanced processing technologies, end‑of‑life tyres are transformed into high‑value recycled products that continue to deliver environmental and commercial benefits long after their original use. Tyrecycle converts tyres into materials such as tyre‑derived fuel, crumb rubber, and rubber granules, which are used in applications like road surfacing, civil engineering, manufacturing, and energy recovery. These recycled outputs help reduce reliance on virgin materials, support circular‑economy outcomes, and provide industries with sustainable, cost‑effective alternatives. By choosing Tyrecycle, businesses ensure their tyres continue to create value rather than ending up in landfill or stockpiles.

Answer: Rubber modified tile adhesive is a flexible adhesive enhanced with recycled rubber powder. It provides superior elasticity and helps prevent cracking due to movement or vibration. This makes it ideal for internal walls, concrete floors, and installations using ceramic tiles, glass mosaics, and natural stone.

Answer: Flexibility in tile adhesive helps absorb structural movement, preventing tiles from cracking or lifting. It is particularly important in areas where substrate conditions may vary, such as concrete floors, internal walls, or surfaces exposed to temperature fluctuations.

Answer: It is suitable for most tile types, including porcelain, ceramic, natural stone, translucent tiles, and fully vitrified tiles. However, for moisture-sensitive stone, it is essential to select a rubber modified adhesive that excludes moisture sensitive stone rated.

Answer: Yes. It is suitable for both walls and floors, including installations in wet areas, kitchens, and living spaces. For best results, choose the appropriate tile adhesive formulation for your substrates, tile type, and area of application.

Answer: Yes. The product’s low moisture content (<0.8%) ensures long shelf life and reliable performance. It is easy to store, transport, and apply, supporting efficient manufacturing and installation workflows across both small and large-scale construction sites.

Answer: Recycled rubber products help reduce landfill waste by giving used tyres a new life. They also reduce the need for other materials, conserve resources, and support the circular economy. These sustainable alternatives lower the environmental footprint of manufacturing.

Answer: Using products made from recycled tyres can help businesses meet their sustainability goals, reduce material costs, and support innovation. It also helps position brands as environmentally responsible, while maintaining access to durable, high-quality materials.

Answer: Using recycled rubber helps reduce landfill, supports the circular economy, and provides an, impact-absorbing surface that helps protect children from injury. It’s a practical solution that combines durability, safety, and sustainability in one surface.

Answer: Rubber playground flooring is suitable for schools, parks, community centres, early learning centres, and athletic pathways. It can be installed on various substrates and tailored to suit different area sizes, shapes, and design preferences.