Ferrous Scrap Imports
Ferrous scrap market has been showing signs of greater stability in early December.
The latest trade data released on Monday by the US Department of Commerce (DOC) and the US International Trade Commission (ITC) indicates that the country’s ferrous scrap imports touched 32-month high during the month of December this year. (more…)
2013 Theft Report
Nearly $300 million worth of construction and other heavy equipment was stolen in 2013 with only 21 percent of it recovered. The states with the highest volume of construction and agriculture have the largest number of thefts because that’s where the most equipment is lying around. (more…)
Bronze Statues Stolen from Montgomery County Courthouse
The courthouse square sits in the heart of Conroe, Texas. During Thanksgiving week, someone broke away from their pedestals two of the four bronze statues of children sitting in front of the Montgomery County Courthouse. The statues were relatively new, dedicated just last April. Curiously enough, both of the statues the thieves struck were sculptures of boys while two girls’ statues were apparently undisturbed. (more…)
Working in a Cold Environment
Scraping, Recycling, Demolition and Construction in the Cold Elements
Anyone working in a cold environment may be at risk of cold stress. Some workers may be required to work outdoors in cold environments and for extended periods.
What constitutes extreme cold and its effects can vary across different areas of the country. In regions that are not used to winter weather, near freezing temperatures are considered “extreme cold.” A cold environment forces the body to work harder to maintain its temperature. Whenever temperatures drop below normal and wind speed increases, heat can leave your body more rapidly. (more…)
America Recycles Day
America Recycles Day (ARD) is the only nationally recognized day dedicated to encouraging Americans to recycle and buy recycled products. Started by the recycling sector organization National Recycling Coalition in 1997, America Recycles Day has been a program of national nonprofit Keep America Beautiful since 2009. It is sponsored by private and public entities and the EPA. (more…)
Sept US Nickel Scrap Exports Fall
The latest statistics released by the US Department of Commerce (DOC) indicates that the country’s Nickel scrap exports were down by 6.4% in September ’14. ScrapMonster.com states, “The nickel scrap exports during September ’14 totaled 2,380 tons, down 6.4% when compared with the same month in 2013. The country’s Nickel scrap exports during September last year had totaled 2,543 tons.”
Moley Exhibiting CWRE2014
Moley Exhibiting at CWRE2014
Magnet manufacturer and supplier, Moley Magnetics, will be taking part in the Canadian Waste & Recycling Expo on Nov. 19-20. The company is showcasing its 2-in-1 Sorting Claw Magnet (ESA & ESB) that is quick coupler ready, has the ability to recover more iron faster and is a proven technology. “Using a magnet to gather only the material you want to load is an effective, inexpensive tool that can help increase profits,” states Ron Slaby, Price President. (more…)
Claw Mag Recovers More Materials
Moley Claw Magnet has an easy installation, comes in various sizes (32”- 60”) and it is simple to hook-up & go.
Sandhill Recycling, LLC is a Florida based land fill that contains mostly C and D materials. Before Moley Magnetics sold them the Sorting Claw Magnet (ESB), Sandhill Recycling were recovering about one 20-yard container filled scrap metal every couple of weeks. Now, with the Moley Sorting Claw Magnet (ESB) they are recovering three 20-yard containers per week of scrap metal. In addition to Sandhill Recycling recovering more scrap metal, the Claw Mag has reduced their operating costs and improved their return on investment. (more…)
Historic Ringling Brothers Circus Arena Demolition
Demolition to the Historic Ringling Brothers Circus Arena
Built in 1963, the arena was the winter home of the Ringling Brothers Circus. It brought in performers from around the world until 1992. Since then it’s fallen to disrepair. Last year, the city decided on a partial demolition, where the walls and roof was removed, leaving the steel structure exposed. (more…)
