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What the EPA’s New PM2.5...
The New PM2.5 Standard On February 7, 2024, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the latest National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for fine particulate matter (PM2.5). The new standard for PM2.5 is 9 micrograms per cubic meter, dropping from the previous 12 micrograms per cubic meter. This new standard will take effect […]
May 3rd, 2024 | 2 min Read
Foundry News
Read MoreThe State of Recycling in...
How much are we actually recycling? Recyclable materials are commonly found in everyday items such as packages, water bottles, and food containers. But how much of our recyclable items get fully processed and reused? According to a report by The Recycling Partnership, not much. In fact, only about 21% of all residential recycled materials end […]
April 25th, 2024 | 4 min Read
Recycling News
Read MoreNew Data: ISRI Reports Decline...
Paper Exports from the U.S. on the Decline New data from the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI) revealed that recycled paper exports from the U.S. declined 18% in 2023 compared to 2022. In 2023, the U.S. exported approximately 13 million metric tons of recycled paper. While this is certainly an impressive number, in 2022, […]
March 21st, 2024 | 3 min Read
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Read MoreConstruction Aggregates: Types and Uses
All About The Different Types of Construction Aggregates Construction aggregates are all around us, no matter where we are. Ever since the development and optimization of construction aggregates in the Roman Empire, they’ve been a staple for creating roads, buildings, sidewalks, and more. Whether you commute to work, go hiking, or even have a garden, […]
February 26th, 2024 | 2 min Read
Aggregate News
Read MoreDifferent Metal Forging Methods
What is Forging? Forging is a manufacturing method in which metals are formed into different shapes using compressive forces, such as hammering or pressing. Metal is forged in various ways, including drop, press, and roll forging. Other manufacturing methods, such as metalcasting, can also be used to shape metals. Casting is best for jobs where […]
January 22nd, 2024 | 3 min Read
Foundry News
Read MoreC&D Recycling Benefits
The Benefits of Construction and Demolition Recycling When large structures like old office buildings or parking garages get torn down, have you ever wondered what happens to the materials afterward? Most of the debris is taken to special construction and demolition (C&D) recycling facilities to be processed and reused. Despite being less well-known than household […]
December 5th, 2023 | 3 min Read
Recycling News
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