The Importance of Scrap Metal Management

Scrap metal management may not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about running a successful manufacturing business, but as the case of one company that produces composite panels and materials shows, it can quickly become a major headache if not handled properly.

Why is Scrap Metal Management Important?

In March of 2021, a company was having issues with its scrap aluminum being picked up for recycling in a timely manner. Their direct-to-consumer vendor needed to be more reliable, and their facility yard had become a mess of aluminum scraps. One employee reached out to Shapiro, a recycling partner, who agreed to pick up one open-top trailer of aluminum, a load of 40,000 lbs., and remove it for them. The company was grateful for the help, but they realized that more was needed to solve their bigger problem of unreliable recycling pickup.

The new Director of Strategic Sourcing realized that the company produces a high volume of scrap aluminum each month, between 250-300 thousand pounds, which quickly becomes an overwhelming pileup in their facility’s yard when it is not picked up for recycling on a regular basis. He reached out to Shapiro for more help, and they came through once again. Between March and May of 2021, Shapiro removed 1.5 million pounds of scrap aluminum from the facility. They also installed open-top trailers at the facility, eliminating the need for roll-offs. These custom solutions provided the company with a more efficient way to collect their valuable leftover metal.

Why Choose Shapiro?

Shapiro’s superior service has been a game changer for the company and its scrap program. With weekly scheduled pickups, the company no longer worries about their scrap aluminum becoming a mess in their facility yard, and they can focus on what matters most – running their manufacturing business. This success story highlights the importance of finding a reliable recycling partner to manage scrap metal and the benefits it can bring to a business.

When looking for a recycling partner, it is important to find one that can provide custom solutions to fit your specific needs. Shapiro’s ability to adapt to the company’s unique situation and provide open-top trailers for regular pickups is a great example of this. It’s also important to find a partner who has a track record of reliability and timely pickup so that you can focus on running your business without worrying about your scrap metal becoming a liability.

Scrap metal management may not be the most glamorous aspect of running a manufacturing business, but it is a crucial one. By finding a reliable recycling partner like Shapiro, companies can turn their scrap metal into a valuable asset and focus on what really matters – running their business.