Recycling Today articles from November 2006

Recycling Today archives from November 2006

White hats, black hats.(scrap metal industry has struggled for publicity)(Editorial)
November 1, 2006... For generations, scrap recyclers have operated far from the limelight. For years this essential industry has operated without much public scrutiny, often in tucked-away parts of cities. However, during the past year, the scrap metal industry...

Xstrata builds recycling plant.(SCRAP INDUSTRY NEWS)(Xstrata PLC)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... Xstrata Nickel has started construction of a new recycling plant at its Sudbury, Ontario, smelter. When complete, the plant will more than double Xstrata Nickel's existing recycling capacity. The cost of the project is around CAD $21.4...

Two Carolina scrap firms to merge.(SCRAP INDUSTRY NEWS)
November 1, 2006... Carolinas Recycling Group LLC (CRG) and Atlantic Scrap and Processing LLC have agreed to merge into a consolidated entity that is expected to handle more than 1.2 million tons of ferrous scrap and 230 million pounds of nonferrous scrap annually...

EPA names New Jersey scrap yard as superfund site.(SCRAP INDUSTRY NEWS)(Matteo & Sons Inc.)(Environmental Protection Agency)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... The Matteo & Sons Inc. site in New Jersey's Gloucester County has recently been added to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Superfund National Priorities List of the country's most contaminated sites. Tests at the site revealed...

Sonoco opens South Carolina recycling plant.(MUNICIPAL RECYCLING)
November 1, 2006... Sonoco, headquartered in Hartsville, S.C., has started commercial operation of a fully automated materials recovery facility (MRF) that will process dual-stream residential and commercial recyclable materials from the Raleigh and Wake County,...

California reaches 50 percent diversion rate.(MUNICIPAL RECYCLING)(California. Integrated Waste Management Board)(California. Integrated Waste Management Act)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... The state of California has reported that it has reached a diversion rate of 52 percent in 2005, exceeding the level the state legislature established more than a decade ago. The state's Integrated Waste Management Act of 1989 sets a 50...

For a few dollars less.(FERROUS)
November 1, 2006... October reflected another possible step in a backward pricing trend for ferrous scrap processors and traders, with many wondering whether the trend is seasonal, long-term or possibly a combination of the two. National averages paid for...

India's Tata moves into Europe.(FERROUS)(TATA Steel to acquire Corus Group PLC)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... The board of directors for Corus Group plc, London, has agreed to a proposed acquisition by Tata Steel UK Ltd., a wholly owned indirect subsidiary of India's Tata Steel Ltd., for slightly more than $8 billion. The deal continues a global surge...

Nonferrous markets see short-term gain.(NONFERROUS)
November 1, 2006... As 2006 comes closer to a conclusion, it appears that many nonferrous metals will end the year on a fairly upbeat note. Aluminum and copper, which both saw declining prices in early fall, have made gains. While this positive indicator has...

Aleris buyout receives EU ok.(NONFERROUS)(Aleris International)(European Union. European Commission)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... A Texas-based investment group has received approval from European Union regulators to purchase aluminum and zinc scrap consumer Aleris International, according to an Associated Press report. Approval by the European Commission was one of...

Seasonal depression.(PAPER)
November 1, 2006... With supply up and mills seemingly full of inventory, the outlook for the old corrugated container (OCC) market is sluggish so far in the fourth quarter of 2006. The OCC market has been weak since the late summer months and shows no signs...

Mixed messages.(PLASTICS)
November 1, 2006... Demand and pricing for PET (polyethylene terephthalate) seems to be varying regionally, though China has reentered the market, which has pushed up pricing for the material in general. A recycler based in Toronto says that the Chinese have...

Redemtech, Brinks launch secure transport service.(ELECTRONICS RECYCLING)
November 1, 2006... Columbus, Ohio-based Redemtech, a provider of IT asset management services, and Dallas-based Brink's Inc., through its Secure Data Solutions transportation service, have announced a new secure transport option that is designed to protect highly...

Wellman restructures.(PLASTICS)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... Wellman Inc. has announced plans to restructure its U.S. fiber operations, which, the company hopes, will improve operating results, reduce working capital and lower overall debt. The company is consolidating all of its U.S. fiber...

Oregon considers measures to improve plastic container recovery.(PLASTICS)
November 1, 2006... The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) held a meeting in Portland Oct. 4 to discuss the declining recycling rate for plastic consumer products containers. DEQ staff gave a presentation that included information on the...

CMRA bill signed in California.(C & D NEWS)(Construction Materials Recycling Association)(California. Department of Transportation)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... Senate Bill 420, which will require the California Department of Transportation to use recycled aggregates in state paving projects unless economically unfeasible, has been signed into law by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger. The Construction...

Wastecap holds C&D training class.(C & D NEWS)(California. Department of Transportation)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... WasteCap Wisconsin held its second public training session on construction and demolition debris management and recycling Sept. 22. Twenty-two attendees earned accreditation as Professionals in Construction and Demolition Waste Management...

Vecoplan LLC launches affiliate company.(EQUIPMENT REPORT)(Vecoplan Midwest LLC)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... Vecoplan LLC, a leading manufacturer and distributor of industrial shredding and grinding equipment, has announced the opening of Vecoplan Midwest LLC. Based in Floyds Knobs, Ind., Vecoplan Midwest serves as the sales and distribution arm...

US Shredder and Castings introduces Hammermill support program.(EQUIPMENT REPORT)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... Brookhaven, Miss.-based US Shredder and Castings Group has announced that it now offers support and upgrades of existing Hammermill shredder installations, in conjunction with its key suppliers. The program ranges from supplying cast and...

Roaring Dragon: China's Nine Dragon's Paper emerges as a high-volume recovered fiber destination.(Nine Dragons Paper (Holdings) Ltd.)(Cover story)(Company overview)
November 1, 2006... For the past several years, the scrap paper industry has been keenly aware that increasing amounts of old corrugated containers (OCC) have been heading into expanding paper mills in China. These new mills that have sparked new trading...

Lower gear: the ferrous scrap market is far from idle, but it appears to have downshifted from its previous high-speed journey.(COMMODITY FOCUS)
November 1, 2006... Throughout the past two years, buyers, processors and shippers of ferrous scrap have been involved in the market equivalent of a high-speed chase. Demand for ferrous scrap has hit an all-time high as the North American economy has enjoyed...

Shiny future: nickel and stainless steel defy gravity as they climb to record price levels, driven by supply shortages and increased interest by investment funds.
November 1, 2006... Volatile markets for many nonferrous metals may be causing some concern, but dealers of nickel and stainless express strong bullish sentiments for the year to come. Copper may have captured most of the headlines during the past year, but...

Over-inflated: demand has been exceeding supply in the off-road tire market.
November 1, 2006... The off-road tire market today is tighter than a rusty lug nut. If you are shopping for tires, do not expect to find bargains. The boom in scrap metals, mining, construction, demolition and other heavy industries in the past two years has...

A load-off: manufacturers offer tips for determining the best loader for an operation.
November 1, 2006... While a little self-awareness goes a long way in the world of philosophy, it's also a big help when investing in equipment. Familiarity with one's individual business needs is one of the key ways to determine what kind of material handling...

Moving mountains: excavators armed with attachments perform a controlled demolition job.(Progress Metals Reclamation)(Bowie Resources Ltd.)
November 1, 2006... Tucked away in a small mountain town, Progress Metals Reclamation of Ashland, Ky., is helping return some Rocky Mountain land to its natural beauty. The demolition contractor, a division of Progress Rail Services, Albertville, Ala., which...

Cool running: the key to long magnet life lies in preventing overheating.(Winkle Industries )
November 1, 2006... Lifting magnets are Important revenue generators" in most scrap metal yards. Suspended from the business end of primary material handlers, magnets are a critical link in the productivity of processing and shipping operations. But, one industry...

Tissue thin: the North American paper industry continues to operate with little margin for error.
November 1, 2006... Achieving net profits is among the foremost goals for any incorporated business, and a comfortable net profit margin can indicate that this goal is being met. As of mid-2006, much of the North American paper industry is struggling to...

What works? A German study, presented at Recycling Today's 2006 European Paper Recycling Conference, examines how sorting technology is being deployed in the recovered fiber sector in that nation.
November 1, 2006... Recovered paper is the most important raw material used in paper production in Europe. The tonnage of recovered paper collected for recycling has increased continuously for decades. In Germany, manual sorting continues to be the most...

US Shredder adds Sheppard to staff.(US Shredder and Castings Group appoints Barry Sheppard )(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... The US Shredder and Castings Group has announced that it has hired Barry Sheppard to the post of East Coast regional manager. Sheppard is based out of Charlotte, N.C., and coordinates sales and service for the Mid-Atlantic states, New...

Marathon appoints McGee to quality manager.(PEOPLE)
November 1, 2006... David McGee has been appointed to the position of quality manager for Marathon Equipment Co. McGee is responsible for developing and implementing quality assurance processes across all Marathon locations. He has 23 years of combined...

Calendar.(Brief article)(Calendar)
November 1, 2006... Nov. 29-30, 2006 Canadian Solid Waste & Recycling Expo, Toronto, Messe Frankfurt Inc., (770) 984-8016 or cwre@messefrankfurt.com 2007 Jan. 14-16 C&D World, San Antonio, Construction Materials Recycling Association, (800)...

Niton XLT 898HE.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... * Nondestructive portable analysis tool for light element in alloy materials * Provides chemical analysis of light elements in aluminum and titanium alloys as well as nickels, superalloys, stainless steel and more * Features a...

Rockland CBF car body forks.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... * Designed specifically for auto salvage yards * Feature tapered tines with beveled tips to ensure easy separation from the load * Fixed, high-strength, heat-treated alloy steel tines are matched to the loader's capacity for increased...

Benlee super mini.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... * Described by Benlee as "the world's first roll-off trailer that was specifically designed to be as short as a roll-off truck," with more maneuverability and the ability to carry more weight * Measures 25 feet 11 inches when hooked to a...

Tramac muscle mate attachments.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... * Feature durable construction, reliability and innovative design * Line includes rotating grapples, universal processors and mobile shears * Grapples, designed for excavators from 22,000 to 110,000 pounds, feature interchangeable,...

Cumberland size-reduction touch-screen control.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... * Features easy-to-read graphic controls that provide the operator with complete control of the size-reduction process * Tracks machine maintenance schedules and includes event logging system * Can be integrated into up or downstream...

MOD H-series tilt trucks.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... * Payload capacity of up to 2,000 pounds * Feature dual reinforcing braces set near the upper rim and at the mid-section to strengthen key load-bearing areas * Rotationally molded in a single-piece of polyethylene for structural...

A-ward act series container tilters.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... * Allows containers to be removed from trailers and tilted to a 90-degree angle for easier loading and unloading * All four cylinders are fitted with pressure control safety lock valves in the case of hydraulic failure * Dual-ram...

GEHL 7810E skid loader.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... * Powered by a Cummins 99-hp, turbo-charged diesel engine * Features an increased SAE-rated load capacity of 3,850 pounds * Lifts to nearly 12 feet Vertical-lift linkage provides consistent forward reach throughout the lift cycle *...

Eriez PolyMag.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... * Uses magnetic separation to reclaim plastic resins * Adding 1 percent of the PolyMag additive enables resin to be magnetically separated * The PolyMag separator uses Erium Rare Earth Permanent Magnets to separate the mixed resin...

Scrapware SV software.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... * Designed to run on a client/server network for recycling companies with multiple users simultaneously processing one or more transactions in real-time at one or more yards or to run on one Windows PC for smaller yards * Modules include...

Tech Museum recognizes MBA Polymers.(MBA Polymers Inc.)(Tech Museum of Innovation)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... The Tech Museum of Innovation, a science and technology museum, has named MBA Polymers Inc. as a 2006 Tech Museum Awards Laureate. The San Jose, Calif., museum has named 25 Laureates for the Tech Museum Awards Program, presented by Applied...

A Greener MRF.(BACK PAGE)
November 1, 2006... Green Building Initiative (GBI) has formally acknowledged the Summit County (Colorado) Materials Recycling Facility (MRF) as the first U.S. recycling facility to be recognized by the Green Globes environmental assessment and rating system for...

Trashy fashion.(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... Recycling meets ready-to-wear during an episode of the Bravo network's "Project Runway." The show's nine designers sift through mounds of paper, mylar, bottle caps and other materials at Waste Management Recycle America's material recovery...