Filing & Storage

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is post-consumer recycled fiber?
• All Post Consumer Recycled File Folders listed on this page contain minimum 50% post-consumer recycled fiber. Post-consumer recycled fiber is derived from paper that is recovered from the waste stream. That means the paper has been used by a consumer, for its intended purpose, and has been placed in a bin for recycling. Through successful collection and processing, this fiber has been given a second life as it has been made into paper for File Folders once again. Many Recycled File Folders available contain 50% post consumer recycled fibers. That means 50% of the fibers used to make these File Folders are recovered and, 50% of the fibers are derived from virgin wood pulp, which comes from trees. ALL Dolphin Blue's Post Consumer Recycled File Folders listed on this page are made from 30% recovered waste papers, using minimal virgin forest resources.

• Why is buying products made of post-consumer recycled content important?
• The higher the post-consumer recycled fiber content used in making a post-consumer recycled file folder, the more environmentally responsible that file folder is. Post-Consumer Recycled File Folders with 50% post-consumer recycled fiber are File Folders made from paper that uses minimal virgin wood pulp. The fiber used to make 50% post consumer recycled paper is sourced from waste paper, usually collected through successful office-paper recycling programs. Using 50% post consumer recycled papers and File Folders benefits all of us. The benefits are as follows: Substantial energy is saved (generally, 95% of the energy used to make virgin paper). Oxygen-producing forest habitat is preserved. Landfill-destined waste is eliminated. All of the above benefits equate to a cleaner world for all species, human and non-human. Buying 50% Post Consumer Recycled File Folders has long-lasting ecological value, assisting in creation of a world in ecological balance. Providing only environmentally responsible, 50% Post-Consumer Recycled File Folders and other green Office Supplies is Dolphin Blue's way of creating a sustainable planet for future generations. All Dolphin Blue's 50% Post-Consumer Recycled File Folders are guaranteed to perform as well as any virgin File Folders. Our premium brand 50% Post-Consumer Recycled File Folders are as clean and sturdy as any virgin File Folder.

• What are the qualities of your recycled file folders?
• Hanging Folders LEGAL Size made of minimum 50% post consumer fibers include transparent color-matched, 1/5-Cut Index Tabs blank white inserts 25/box Available Colors: Blue, Red, Green, Violet, Natural Hanging Folders LETTER Size made of minimum 50% post consumer fibers include transparent color-matched, 1/5-Cut Index Tabs blank white inserts 25/box Available Colors: Blue, Red, Green, Violet, Natural Standard File Folders LETTER Size made of minimum 50% post consumer fibers for routine use without hanging folders 1/3-Cut Index Tabs 100 /box. Colors: Blue, Red, Violet, Natural, Assorted Colors PENDAFLEX EARTHWISE Recycled Manila File Folders Manila Earthwise Recycled File Folders LEGAL SIZE minimum 50% post consumer fibers lighter color interior helps prevent mis-filing 1/3-Cut Index Tabs, assorted positions Scored at bottom for ½" expansion 100 folders/box Manila Earthwise Recycled File Folders LETTER SIZE minimum 50% post consumer fibers lighter color interior helps prevent mis-filing 1/3-Cut Index Tabs, assorted positions Scored at bottom for ½" expansion 100 folders/box AMPAD Envirotech Recycled File Folders LETTER SIZE 11 pt. NATURAL BROWN Stock Recycled File Folders 100% post consumer fibers 1/3-Cut Index Tabs, assorted positions 100 folders/box

• How do I select the correct recycled content storage box?
• Are you concerned about boxes that may "cave in"? If so, use Maximum Strength Recycled-Content Storage Boxes. Strength determines stackability and accessibility -- the stronger the box, the higher it stacks and the longer it withstands frequent file access. Maximum Strength = Frequent Access -- 1x per quarter (every three months) or more. Extra Strength = Occasional Access -- 2x per year or less (every six months). Basic Strength = Infrequent Access -- 1x per year or less. Concerned about torn hand holes? Choose a box with reinforced hand holes. Hand Holes: Reinforced hand holes resist tearing, making the box more comfortable to carry. Need a faster, easier set-up? Choose a Recycled-Content Storage Box with FastFold or Quick Set-up Assembly Assembly: FastFold or Quick Set-up FastFold -- One Step Set-up: Fast, easy assembly PLUS stronger panel support. Quick Set-up -- Fast, easy assembly. Concerned about lid security? Try String & Button style Storage Boxes or a deeper locking lid. String & Button -- for highest security. The most secure lid closure for file transport and storage. Locking, Lift-Off Lid -- Tab security, easy access. Provides easy file access, plus, the security of grip-lock tabs. Basic Lift-Off Lid for easy file access -- Provides easy file access. Flip-Top Lid -- Hinged to prevent lid loss. Hinged design prevents lid mis-placement or loss.

• How does buying post consumer recycled file boxes help the environment?
• Buying 35% Post Consumer Recycled Records Storage Boxes and File Boxes has long-lasting ecological value, assisting in the creation of a world in ecological balance. Providing only environmentally responsible, 35% Post-Consumer Recycled Records Storage Boxes and File Boxes and other green Office Supplies is Dolphin Blue's way of creating a sustainable planet for future generations. All Dolphin Blue's 35% Post-Consumer Recycled Records Storage Boxes and File Boxes are guaranteed to perform as well as any virgin Records Storage Boxes and File Boxes. Our premium brand 35% Post-Consumer Recycled Records Storage Boxes and File Boxes are as clean and sturdy as any virgin Records Storage Boxes and File Boxes.

• What are the environmental qualities of HON file cabinets?
• We salute HON for its continued commitment to our society and our natural world. See more details about HON file cabinets below.* All HON File Cabinets listed on this page contain, at minimum, 25% post-consumer recycled steel. Through successful collection and processing of steel-containing goods that have been discarded, steel is given a second life in a HON cabinet. That saves about 95% of the energy needed to make virgin steel and eliminates polluting emissions from manufacturing with raw materials. Recycling also reduces landfill requirements. HON uses low-volume, high-performance packaging to minimize waste from shipping materials by: Combining corrugated board with recyclable stretch wrap to reduce the volume of material requiring disposal Incorporating as much recyclable material as possible into packaging Engineering the mix of recyclable packaging materials with non-recyclable elements to simplify recycling for HON customers

• What are the specifications for the types of recycled file cabinets you provide?
• 310 Series. 26½'' deep Ball Bearing suspension files Spring-loaded follower block in each drawer keeps files upright and neat High drawer sides add strength and serve as front-to-back hang-rails Steel ball bearing suspension for superior performance Available 310 Series File Cabinets: HON-314PL, Putty, Four-drawer, Letter Size -- 15" wide x 52" high. HON-314PP, Black, Four-drawer, Letter Size -- 15" wide x 52" high. HON-314PQ, Light Gray, Four-drawer, Letter Size -- 15" wide x 52" high. HON-314PS, Charcoal, Four-drawer, Letter Size -- 15" wide x 52" high. 510 Series. 25'' deep Full-suspension files Triple-tied cradle suspension with ten nylon rollers per drawer for smooth, silent action Drawers open fully to provide easy access to entire drawer contents High drawer sides eliminate need for hang-rails. Available 510 Series File Cabinets: HON-512PL, Putty, Two-drawer, Letter Size -- 15" wide x 29" high. HON-512PP, Black, Two-drawer, Letter Size -- 15" wide x 29" high. HON-512PQ, Light Gray, Two-drawer, Letter Size -- 15" wide x 29" high. HON-514CPL, Putty, Four-drawer, Legal Size -- 18½" wide x 52" high. HON-514CPP, Black, Four-drawer, Legal Size -- 18½" wide x 52" high. HON-514CPQ, Light Gray, Four-drawer, Legal Size -- 18½" wide x 52" high. HON-514PL, Putty, Four-drawer, Letter Size -- 15" wide x 52" high. HON-514PP, Black, Four-drawer, Letter Size -- 15" wide x 52" high. HON-514PQ, Light Gray, Four-drawer, Letter Size -- 15" wide x 52" high.