Question 1

How do I know if my scrap has commodity value?

Accepted Answer

A free waste audit tells you. We assess your waste streams, identify recyclable materials, and quote current market rates. Metal scrap, clean plastic, and cardboard almost always have value.

Question 2

Can you handle multiple waste streams under one contract?

Accepted Answer

Yes — that's our specialty. We design programs that cover metal, plastic, cardboard, pallets, electronics, and hazardous waste under one contract with a single account manager and consolidated reporting.

Question 3

What about cutting fluids and solvents?

Accepted Answer

We manage regulated hazardous waste including spent cutting fluids, solvents, paint waste, and cleaning chemicals. Full profiling, manifesting, and licensed disposal included.

Question 4

Do you serve multi-facility manufacturers?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We manage recycling programs across all your facilities nationwide. Same service levels, same reporting, same compliance documentation — one contract covering every plant.

Question 5

How does pricing work for scrap metal?

Accepted Answer

We pay you based on daily commodity rates for sorted metal. The price depends on metal type, grade, and volume. Clean, sorted scrap earns the best rates. We provide certified scale weight tickets.

Question 6

Can this help with our ISO 14001 certification?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Our reporting provides the waste reduction metrics, diversion data, and compliance documentation that ISO 14001 auditors require.

Question 7

What's the typical ROI for a manufacturing recycling program?

Accepted Answer

Most manufacturers see positive ROI within 60 days. The combination of scrap metal revenue, cardboard rebates, reduced disposal costs, and right-sized containers typically saves $20K-$100K+ annually depending on facility size.

Question 8

How do you handle production shutdowns or cleanouts?

Accepted Answer

We coordinate full facility cleanouts including equipment decommission, scrap removal, and hazardous waste disposition. Typically completed in 1-2 weeks depending on facility size.

Manufacturing Recycling — FAQ