Press Releases

(Washington, DC) – The Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI) submitted comments to the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) for inclusion in the annual China World Trade Organization (WTO) Compliance report. While ReMA is appreciative to the USTR for their comprehensive overviews in the annual report of the major trade barriers affecting the...

The mobile equipment at your facility is one of your best tools to move materials around and to get the job done. Getting the job done safely is most important when it comes to mobile equipment operations. Be sure that your operators are properly trained to use the type and size of equipment that they...

As part of your daily vehicle inspection, do you thoroughly check your tires? During 2018 over 197,000 tire violations were found during roadside inspections and most of the violations carry 8 points under Compliance Safety Accountability (CSA). These violations are severity and time weighted, which negatively impact a motor carrier and a driver’s CSA score....

In the recycling world, handling tires involves strength and movement with your body. Handling them safely requires attention to proper lifting techniques. To avoid back, knee, and hand injuries it is important to work with employees on proper lifting and handling techniques. Of course, the best possible way to avoid any issues that may lead...

In a victory for the tire recycling industry, the National Lieutenant Governors Association (NLGA) recently passed a Resolution In Support of Sustainable Infrastructure Solutions to Improve Driver Safety and Support Economic Growth. The resolution, which ReMA advocated in support of, encourages further study and pilot projects to show the benefits of using rubberized asphalt in...