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Leadership Update: March 5, 2010
- OSHA Visiting More Member Facilities
- Unfortunate Growth Trend in Scrap Recycler Truck Accidents
- U.S. EPA Intends to Regulate Greenhouse Gas Emissions Starting Next Year
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ISRI Focus: March 2010
- ISRI Presenting DOT Compliance Seminar in Atlanta March 25
- Registration Discount Extended
- ISRI Welcomes New Members
- New Set of ISRI Safety Posters Published
- ISRI Submits Comments to OSHA on Combustible Dust ANPR
- ISRI Receives Special Permit Renewal for Shipping Recycled Air Bags from DOT
- DOT Publishes Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Drug and Alcohol Testing Rules
- PSI Chapter Offers College Scholarships
- Demystifying RIOS: What's in Your Policy?
- Olympic Medals Contain Recycled Metal
- Communications: Building Community Support Critical to Long-Term Success
- Accident Schmaccident
- TechTurn First to
Achieve R2/RIOS Certification
- Does Scrap Theft Alert Work?
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ISRI Electronics Newsletter: March 2010
The ISRI Electronics Recycling Newsletter replaces the IAER Newsletter that has been published
monthly for almost 10 years. It offers a unique collection of the highlights of the latest information on all aspects of the electronics recycling industry—including articles, events, announcements, and association news. |
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Monday Report: March 1, 2010
Monday's commodities news focused on Chile following Saturday's huge earthquake and its subsequent potential effect on copper production. Traders are looking for a firm opening on the exchanges today. |
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Leadership Update: February 26, 2010
- Fleet Management & CSA 2010 Seminar—March 25, 2010—Atlanta
- ISRI's Policy on Energy and Climate Change
- March Benefit of the Month Teleconference
- Convention Registration Nears A New Record—Early Registration Deadline Extended to March 10
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ISRI Electronics Newsletter: February 2010
The ISRI Electronics Recycling Newsletter replaces the IAER Newsletter that has been published
monthly for almost 10 years. It offers a unique collection of the highlights of the latest information on all aspects of the electronics recycling industry—including articles, events, announcements, and association news. |
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Leadership Update: February 23, 2010
- ISRI Meets with Vice President Al Gore
- ISRI Hosts State Legislative Conference Call
- 2-Minute Drill Driver Safety Video 'Drug & Alcohol Testing' Now Available for Viewing
- Energy Digital Magazine Advertising Solicitations Not from ISRI
- 2010 ISRI Convention Hotels—Reserve Now
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Leadership Update: February 5, 2010
- ISRI Receives Special Permit Renewal for Shipping Recycled Air Bags from DOT
- ISRI Hosts State Legislative Conference Call
- Supreme Court Decides Major First Amendment "Federal Electioneering" Case
- DOT Publishes Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Drug and Alcohol Testing Rules
- February Benefit of the Month
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Friday (Thursday) Report: February 4, 2010
Thursday's LME closed with losses all around, exacerbated by the euro that traded at a seven-month low against the dollar. In New York, the March copper contract ended the day @ $2.8790/lb, down almost 9 ½ cents for a fresh 3 ½-month low. April gold dropped $47/oz @ $1,065/to – a three month low...March crude oil also fell hard, down $3.84/bbl @ $73.14/bbl...gads. |
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ISRI Focus: February 2010
- ISRI Joins with Members in Supporting Haitian Relief Effort
- ISRI Convention Registration for 2010 Off to a Strong Start
- Anticipated SPCC Rule Amendments Effective Jan. 14 for Compliance by Nov. 10
RRF Offers Graduate Scholarship- White Marks 30 Years with ISRI
- Budget, Nominations Top Agenda at Board Meeting
- Demystifying RIOS Starts Here and Now
- Communications: Recalibrate Your Media Relations Activities for Success
- Safety: Driving Defensively for Safety
- Trademark Metals Wins 2010 United Safety Council Award
- Scrap Theft Alert One Year Later
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Leadership Update: February 1, 2010
- Haiti Earthquake Relief Efforts Draw Industry Support
- Invitation to Participate in ISRI Sponsored Conference Call on State Legislative Issues/Trends
- ISRI Meets With House Staff on Metals Theft Issue
- Don't Forget to Sign your PAC Authorization Form for 2010!
- 2010 ISRI Convention Hotels – Marriott Sleeping Room Rate Reduced
- Recycling Research Foundation Offers $5,000 scholarship; Applications Welcome
- DOT Issues Immediate Ban on Texting While Driving Commercial Motor Vehicles
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Monday Report: February 1, 2010
This morning's LME is off to another weak start...LME copper trading at a 2½ month low, ignoring (for now) the weaker dollar...traders are looking for Comex copper to open slightly lower. |
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Monday Report: January 25, 2010
Today's LME is up modestly from late Friday, with most of the credit given to a weaker dollar...current buying sentiment remains cautious and tentative and, for now, seems confined to bargain hunting. |
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Leadership Update: January 22, 2010
- Formal Announcement of Candidates for ISRI Board for the 2010-2012 Term
- ISRI Submits Comments to OSHA on Combustible Dust ANPR
- Time Running Out to Order SREA Reports
- Reminder—Post your OSHA 300A Summary of Injuries & Illnesses for 2009 on February 1st!
- ISRI Encourages Industry Support for Haitian Relief Efforts
- ISRI to Incorporate Paper Recycling As Part of 2010 Convention and Exposition
- ISRI's January 2010 Electronics Recycling Newsletter Now Available
- Congressman Chris Murphy Visits Albert Brothers
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Friday Report: January 22, 2010
This week is ending with even more uncertainty following comments from President Obama that could restrict banks and financial institutions from risk taking, thereby possibly constraining Fund flows into commodities. The LME complex was mostly lower at mid-day. London gold was last indicated at $1,091/to - $1092/to, and said to be recovering as the dollar weakens...in New York this morning, traders are looking for Comex copper to open lower...yesterday, the March contract was again aggressively sold, giving back 6 cents on the day...it closed @ $3.2950/lb. |
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ISRI Electronics Newsletter: January 2010
The ISRI Electronics Recycling Newsletter replaces the IAER Newsletter that has been published
monthly for almost 10 years. It offers a unique collection of the highlights of the latest information on all aspects of the electronics recycling industry—including articles, events, announcements, and association news. |
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Leadership Update: January 15, 2010
- ISRI Board Approves 2010 Budget, Discusses Policy Issues During Winter Board and Committee Meetings
- New DOT Enforcement initiative—CSA2010—Has Major Impact on Scrap Haulers!
- Anticipated SPCC Rule Amendments Effective January 14, 2010 (Yesterday) for Compliance by November 10, 2010
- ISRI Safety Uploads 14th Driver Safety Video in the 2-Minute Drill Series—Rollover Prevention
- Deadline Fast Approaching for Third RIOS Train-the-Trainer Workshops, February 8-10, 2010
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ISRI Focus: January 2009
- ISRI Offers RIOS Training Workshops
- Rice to Keynote ISRI Convention
- Competition for ISRI's 2010 Design for Recycling® Award Now Open
- Carpenter Receives PSI Alpert Award
- Net Operating Loss Tax Relief Signed into Law
- RRF To Hold Silent Auction at Convention
- ISRI Releases Carbon Footprint Report for Tire Recycling
- RIOS Update: SGS Becomes First
Accredited Certification Body for RIOS, Ocala Recycling First RIOs-Certified Facility, LifeSpan Technology Recycling Undertakes
RIOS Certification
- ISRI Opposes House Resolution 938, Advocates for 'R2'
- Safety: A Fire Is Coming
- ScrapTheftAlert.com Registry Expands, Reporting Continues to Improve
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Leadership Update: January 8, 2010
- Third RIOS Train-the-Trainer Workshops, February 2010, Open for Registration
- Design for Recycling Award™ Nominations Now Open
- NOT like 'Clunkers:' New 'Cash for Appliances' Rebate Program
- 2010 is the Data Year for TSCA Inventory Update Reporting in 2011
- "Dave" driver safety videos reach 10,000 online views milestone!
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Leadership Update: December 21, 2009
- Third Edition of 'BOLO News' Published
- ISRI Launches Benefit of the Month Spotlights for 2010
- Reminder—ISRI Accepting SREA Orders for a Limited Time Through January 31
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Leadership Update: December 21, 2009
- ISRI Accepting SREA Orders for a Limited Time Through January 31
- OSHA Convenes Stakeholders Meeting on Proposed Combustible Dust Standard
- ISRI Opposes HRES 938 and Advocates for 'R2'
- Third RIOS Train-the-Trainer Workshops, February 2010, Open for Registration
- Senate Committee Approves Surface Transportation Board Reform
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Leadership Update: December 14, 2009
- Long Awaited Senate STB Reform Bill Released
- stry Event Held for Congressman Pallone (D-NJ), Co-Chair of the House Recycling Caucus
- ISRI's Electronics Recycling Newsletter, December 2009
- Latest "2-Minute Drill" Driver Safety Video Now Available for Viewing
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Friday Report: December 11, 2009
The markets put in another day of consolidation yesterday with the base metals putting in a mixed performance; the dollar managed to hold fairly firm, while equities were more upbeat. Overall we still feel there is a high chance that this bout of consolidation could turn into a more pronounced sell-off, but it would probably take a show of strength by the dollar to trigger this. |
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ISRI Electronics Newsletter: December 2009
The ISRI Electronics Recycling Newsletter replaces the IAER Newsletter that has been published
monthly for almost 10 years. It offers a unique collection of the highlights of the latest information on all aspects of the electronics recycling industry—including articles, events, announcements, and association news. |
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Leadership Update: December 7, 2009
- ISRI Begins Accepting SREA Orders on Monday for a Limited Time—Please Read
- NHTSA Proposes Extending CARS Disposal Period
- Industry Cash Usage Survey Closes Tuesday
- ISRI Releases Carbon Footprint Report for Tire Recycling
- Third RIOS Train-the-Trainer Workshops Slated Early February 2010
- ISRI Winter Board Meeting—Eden Roc Hotel, Miami Beach, FL—Hotel Deadline Dec. 21
- ISRI Gulf Coast Chapter Sponsoring Operations Type Seminar January 27-29
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Monday Report: December 7, 2009
Monday's LME under the influence of a firmer dollar (a five-week high) and higher copper inventory inflows (+6,475mt). Traders are looking for a much softer tone when Comex opens this morning. |
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ISRI Focus: December 2009
- ISEC Addresses Safety, Environmental Spectrum at San Antonio Meeting
- ISRI's 2010 Convention and Expo
Takes a Look at Success
- New Navy Ship Incorporates Steel Salvaged from World Trade Center
- ISRI Mid-Atlantic Chapter Honors Past Presidents
- Indiana Chapter Establishes Scholarship Fund
- Communications: Welcome to the World of 'New Media'
- Safety: Anger Management
- 'BOLO News' is a Hit With Law Enforcement
- Board Approves New SREA Program
at October Meeting in Bahamas
- A ScrapTheftAlert.com Success Story
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Friday Report: December 4, 2009
This morning (Friday ) the LME is mostly lower and looking tentative ahead of today's Nonfarm Payrolls report...London gold was last indicated @ $1,204/to - $1,205/to, also lower along with a slightly firmer dollar... traders are looking for Comex copper to open on the downside...yesterday, the March contract closed down 135 points @ $3.2450/lb. |
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Leadership Update: November 20, 2009
- ISRI Meets with IRS re: Sec 199 Deductions
- Exports to India & China – New Notifications
- U.S. EPA Issues Anticipated SPCC Rule Amendments with New Compliance Options Intact
- ISRI Meets with Academic Researchers Looking at Material Theft
- PSI Chapter of ISRI to Hold Future Spring Meetings/Programming at ISRI Convention
- "Aggressive Driving" video latest in 2-Minute Drill w/Dave series…
- Congresswoman Betty Sutton Tours City Scrap in Akron
- ISRI Fall Board and Committee Meetings Wrap-Up
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ISRI Electronics Newsletter: November 2009
The ISRI Electronics Recycling Newsletter replaces the IAER Newsletter that has been published
monthly for almost 10 years. It offers a unique collection of the highlights of the latest information on all aspects of the electronics recycling industry—including articles, events, announcements, and association news. |
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Leadership Update: November 9, 2009
- Ocala Recycling Becomes First RIOS-Certified Facility
- Net Operating Loss Tax Relief Signed into Law
- ISRI Participates in Georgia Sheriffs Training
- ISRI Provides Keynote at NERC's Fall Conference
- ISRI Attends Carpet Recycling Conference
- Hotel Reservations for the ISRI Winter Board
Meeting—January 11-14, 2010
- SGS Systems & Services Certification: First ANAB-accredited RIOS Certification Body
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ISRI Electronics Newsletter: October 2009
The ISRI Electronics Recycling Newsletter replaces the IAER Newsletter that has been published
monthly for almost 10 years. It offers a unique collection of the highlights of the latest information on all aspects of the electronics recycling industry—including articles, events, announcements, and association news. |
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ISRI Electronics Newsletter: September 2009
The ISRI Electronics Recycling Newsletter replaces the IAER Newsletter that has been published
monthly for almost 10 years. It offers a unique collection of the highlights of the latest information on all aspects of the electronics recycling industry—including articles, events, announcements, and association news. |
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Leadership Update: November 2, 2009
- University Study Shows Importance of Scrap Industry/Law Enforcement Cooperation to Fight Metal Theft
- Informal Surface Transportation Board Mediation Process for Rail Shippers
- ISRI PAC Needs Your Help to Strengthen our Voice on Capitol Hill
- ISRI Recognizes New Members in 2009
- Coming Soon: Online ISRI Equipment and Service Providers Directory and Buyers Guide
- Re-Save the Date: Chicago Chapter Scholarship Event Slated for Nov. 11—Not Nov. 12!
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ISRI Focus: November 2009
- ISRI Makes Strong Showing at E-Scrap 2009
- ScrapTheftAlert Web Site Valuable Tool in Fighting Crime
- ISRI Addresses Mercury Switch Program in Letter to President
- Tougher Driver, Motor Carrier Enforcement Likely Beginning in Summer 2010
- ISRI"Meets with EPA Asst. Administrators on Scrap Recycling and Electronics
- '2-Minute Drill' Videos Keep Rolling Along
- ISRI Opposes "Black
Liquor" Tax Incentives for Virgin Paper Mills
- Senate Climate Change Bill Includes Recycling Language
- Industry Supports
Operations Forum
- Communications: Good Community Relations is Good Business
- Safety: Three Good Things
- Time to Request
2010 SREA Reports
- AQSIQ Publishes New Rules for Registration of Overseas Suppliers
- Watch Out for Corporate Identity Theft
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Monday Report: November 2, 2009
Base metals closed mostly down last Friday as the dollar firmed, equities weakened, and economic news went every which way...today, we're seeing slightly firmer base metal prices (ex-lead), probably responding to the weaker dollar. Traders are looking for Comex copper to open on the plus side this morning. |
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Leadership Update: October 27, 2009
- Recent Clarification from AQSIQ re: RIOS
- ISRI Fall Board and Committee Meetings—Successful and Productive
- Second Issue of 'BOLO News' Published
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Friday Report: October 23, 2009
After a mixed trading day yesterday, this morning's LME is mostly higher, led by copper (a one year high) and zinc that's trading at levels last seen back in May 2008...London Gold was last indicated at $1,060/$1,061/to...in New York, traders are looking for Comex copper to open above the $3.00/lb mark. |
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Leadership Update: October 16, 2009
- RIOS and AQSIQ
- AQSIQ Provides Clarification to ISRI
- New 2-Minute Drill: Dave Talks 'Accident Procedures'
- Tougher Driver and Motor Carrier Enforcement Likely Beginning Summer 2010
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Leadership Update: October 9, 2009
- Scrap Magazine Takes On ISRI Leadership—New Recruits Needed
- ISRI Participates in U.S. Dept. of Commerce's Sustainability and U.S. Competitiveness Summit
- Meeting Called on Capitol Hill to Address Mercury Switch Funding
- ISRI Safety and Environmental Council November 3-5 Meeting Agenda Available
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Leadership Update: October 5, 2009
- AQSIQ Issues New Rules for License Renewals—Including ISO/RIOS Requirement
- Senate Climate Change Bill Includes Recycling Language
- ISRI Responds to New York Times
- ISRI Meets with Congressman Bart Stupak Staff, House Energy and Commerce Committee Staff Regarding Metals Theft
- ISRI Meets with U.S. EPA Assistant Administrators on Scrap Recycling and Electronics
- ISRI and Member Companies Have Strong Showing at E-Scrap 2009
- ISRI Safety and Environmental Council (November 3-5) Meeting Agenda Available
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AQSIQ Public Notice 119-2009
Regulations Governing the Inspection, Quarantine and Supervision of Imported Solid Scrap Usable as Raw Materials |
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ISRI Focus: October 2009
- San Antonio Hosts Safety and Environmental Council Meeting
- ISRI Launches Law Enforcement Newsletter
- January Meetings Added
- Railroad Antitrust Legislation Advances in the U.S. Congress
- Harris Receives State Safety Award
- China's AQSIQ Issues Revised Licensing Rules and Reopens Application Process
- Government Officials Gain Insight at Facility Visits
- '2-Minute Drill' Video on Inspections Available
- Doing Right by Doing Good
- Theft Prevention: Materials Theft Rearing Its Ugly Ahead Again
- Safety: 423930
- OSHA Announces PPE Rule Change
- Commodities Forum Draws Mores than 600
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Leadership Update: September 21, 2009
- China's AQSIQ Issues Revised Licensing Rules and Reopens Application Process
- ISRI Announces the Inaugural Issue of BOLO News
- 2-Minute Drill Video on Vehicle Inspections Now Available
- Railroad Antitrust Legislation Advances in the House
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Leadership Update: September 14, 2009
- OSHA changes PPE rules effective October 9, 2009
- Congressman Chandler Visits Baker Iron and Metal
- ISRI Fall Board Meeting—Why the Bahamas?
- Reminder—Insurance Analyzer Form Available to Members on ISRI Website
- Operations Forum—Hotel Deadline Extended to 9/17, Registration Deadline 9/23
- ISRI Safety & Environmental Council Now Accepting Reservations
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Leadership Update: September 8, 2009
- ISRI Web Site Down Beginning at 5 pm Tuesday (Sept 8)
- Congressman Pat Tiberi Tours I.H. Schlezinger
- ISRI Fall Board Meeting – Atlantis, Paradise Island, Bahamas – October 19 – 22
- 2009 ISRI Operations Forum – October 1-3 – Pittsburgh, PA – Registration/Hotel Deadlines Extended
- Commodities Roundtable Forum – Less Than 2 Weeks Away!
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Friday Report: September 4, 2009
This morning (Friday) the LME is showing mixed prices along with a weaker dollar and added caution ahead of today's anxiously awaited Nonfarm Payrolls report...London gold was last indicated around the $990/to...traders are looking for Comex copper to open slightly lower this a.m. Yesterday, the December contract closed 390 points higher @ $2.8650/lb, tracking gold that traded at a six-month high (December closed @ $997.70) |
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ISRI Focus: September 2009
- ISRI Hosts 2009 Operations Forum Oct. 1-3 in Pittsburgh
- Electronics Recycling Programs Offered in Orlando Sept. 22
- ISRI Offers Testimony Before Senate Subcommittee on Theft Legislation
- Board and Committee Meetings in Bahamas
- Railroad Antitrust Legislation Passes House Committee
- Rep. King Visits Sioux City Compressed Steel
- Can Recycling Rate Rises Again in 2008
- ISRI Adopts Code of Conduct to Enhance Industry Image
- Theft Prevention: Success Through Partnerships—Does It Really Work?
- Recycler Facilitates Apprehension of Thieves, Return of Stolen Property
- Safety: Highway Torpedos
- 2009 State Trend Analysis Released
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RRF National Scholarship
Recognizing the need for affordable graduate education, the Recycling Research Foundation has decided to create a $5,000 national scholarship open to individuals seeking a graduate degree in a program that supports the scrap processing and recycling industry as a whole. |
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Monday Report: August 31, 2009
With the LME closed today, the focus today will be on Shanghai and Nymex...traders are looking for Comex copper to open several cents lower. |
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Leadership Update: August 24, 2009
- TAX ALERT
- ISRI Fall Board Meeting—Atlantis—Paradise Island, Bahamas—October 19 - 22
- Commodities Roundtable Forum—September 15 - 17—Chicago, IL
- 2009 ISRI Operations Forum—October 1-3—Pittsburgh, PA
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Leadership Update: August 17, 2009
- ISRI Adopts Code of Conduct for Membership
- New '2-Minute Drill' Driver Safety Training Video—'Avoiding Distractions, Fatigue, and Tiredness'—Now Online
- Rep. Steve King Visits Sioux City Compressed Steel
- ISRI Invites Electronics Recyclers to Attend Education Programs at E-Scrap
- New Surface Transportation Board (STB) Chairman is Confirmed
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ISRI Electronics Newsletter: August 2009
The ISRI Electronics Recycling Newsletter replaces the IAER Newsletter that has been published
monthly for almost 10 years. It offers a unique collection of the highlights of the latest information on all aspects of the electronics recycling industry—including articles, events, announcements, and association news. |
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ISRI Focus: August 2009
- Clunkers 'Approved' List Likely to Mirror ELVS Registration
- Commodities Roundtable Forum Returns to Chicago Sept. 15-17
- Analyzer Form Available to Help Members Compare Insurance Quotes
- In Memoriam: Ben Sacco
- Industry Salary Survey Now Available
- Final Rule on NESHAPS for Area Source Aluminum, Copper, and Other Nonferrous Foundries Issued
- ISRI Participates in Briefing on Energy and Climate Change
- A More Proactive Approach to Materials Theft
- Theft Prevention: Perception is Everything!
- Safety: It's Been a Tough Few Weeks
- Indian DGFT Issues Further Clarification on Import/Export Requirements
- Weiss Joins ISRI Staff
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Friday Report: August 7, 2009
We should expect some choppy trading in the days ahead as profit taking and bargain hunting see prices yo-yo. The last pull back lasted between two to three days, before the rallies advanced again, will this time be any different? Or was yesterday just a bout of nervousness ahead of today's US employment report. |
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Leadership Update: August 6, 2009
- "Cash for Clunkers" Program Receives $2 Billion
- Do Not Certify CARS until Actual Delivery
- Third NMVTIS Consolidator Announced
- Hotel Reservations Now Open for ISRI’s Commodities Roundtable Forum
- Hotel Reservations for the ISRI Fall Board Meeting
- U.S.DOT/FMCSA Letter of Interpretation Requires 2 Roll-off Securing Straps/Tiedowns
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Leadership Update: August 3, 2009
- ISRI June Board Meeting Recap
- China Modifies Lists of Imported Wastes and Scrap
- India's Ministry of Environment and Forests Modifies Hazardous Waste Rules
- Supreme Court Limits the Scope of "Arranger" Liability under Superfund
- ISRI Releases 2009 State Trend Analysis
- Railroad Antitrust Legislation Passes in House Judiciary Committee
- Reacquaint Yourself With Free ISRI Safety Outreach Services
- Analyzer Form Available to Members to Make it Easier to Compare Insurance Quotes
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Monday Report: August 3, 2009
This morning's LME is firmer across the board with several metals trading at levels last seen back in Sept-Nov 2008...positive global macro news and a weaker dollar underpinning bullish expectations for base metals, precious metals, crude oil and equities...traders looking for Comex copper to open firm. |
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Friday Report: July 31, 2009
As this week (and month) ends, Friday morning finds the LME led higher by copper and aluminum, ignoring the latest stock builds and focusing more on global economic sentiment and the weaker dollar...London gold was indicated @ $939/$940, also firmer...in New York this morning, traders are looking for Comex copper to open several cents higher...yesterday, the September contract tacked on 8.65 cents to close @ $2.5640/lb. |
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Monday Report: July 27, 2009
Monday's LME was again higher early setting the stage for a firm opening for Comex copper...London gold was also firmer, last indicated @ $957/$958, reflecting the bullish macro sentiment and a weaker dollar. Several base metals are currently trading at 10-month highs. |
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Friday Report: July 24, 2009
Following yesterday's firm close on the LME, this morning's base metals complex is off to a very firm start and looking to build off positive second quarter earnings, Chinese trade data, and copper supply issues while also giving second thought to real consumption...London gold was last indicated @$953/$954 with a slightly weaker dollar...traders are looking for Comex copper to open slightly higher...yesterday, the Sept contract closed @ $2.5240, down 15 points but not before trading at levels last seen back in early October. |
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Leadership Update: July 24, 2009
- Clunker Rules Issued
- ISRI Testifies Before Senate Judiciary
Committee on Metals Theft Issue
- ISRI Safety & Environmental Council
Meeting: Save the Date and Call for Interest
ISRI Releases Video News Release on
Materials Theft- Commodities Roundtable Forum
Registration Open
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Leadership Update: July 21, 2009
- Clunkers 'Approved' List Likely to Mirror ELVS Registration
- Mercury Program Funds Depleted but Collection Continues
- ISRI Participates in Senate Recycling Caucus Briefing on Energy and Climate Change
- ISRI Releases Video News Release on Materials Theft
- More '2-Minute Drill' safety training videos online!
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ISRI Electronics Newsletter: July 2009
The ISRI Electronics Recycling Newsletter replaces the IAER Newsletter that has been published
monthly for almost 10 years. It offers a unique collection of the highlights of the latest information on all aspects of the electronics recycling industry—including articles, events, announcements, and association news. |
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Monday Report: July 20, 2009
Last week's rally continues with the dollar at a six-week low and LME copper trading at nine-month highs...Comex traders are looking for a firm opening for both bullion and copper. Summer slowdown?? |
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Friday Report: July 17, 2009
With today being the end of a bullish week we would not be surprised to see some profit taking, we find it hard to have much faith in the current strength, we are bullish long term ie Q2, 2010, but feel there is more turbulent water to get through between now and then. |
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cars.gov
Visit cars.gov for updates on the Car Allowance Rebate System. |
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'Cash for Clunkers' Update
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration rulemaking process commences, and more current information on this program. |
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Leadership Update: July 14, 2009
- OSHA Region 4 (AL, FL, GA, KY, MS, NC, SC, TN) Announces Regional Emphasis Targeting Recyclers
- Cash for Clunkers: 'Round and Round the Wheel Goes...Where it Will Stop, No One Knows'
- Analyzer Form Available to Members to Make it Easier to Compare Insurance Quotes
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Monday Report: July 13, 2009
A quiet start to the new week with most LME metals little changed from last Friday's close although the complex sure looks vulnerable to further selling...aluminum reasonably steady despite the fresh arrival of 43,125 tons into LME warehouses bringing the total to a new record high. In New York, traders are looking for copper to open slightly higher, in line with LME copper. |
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Friday Report: July 10, 2009
This morning, the LME complex was weaker with the dollar generally stronger at mid-day...London gold was indicated @ $908-$909, also lower...traders are looking for Comex copper to open several cents lower...yesterday, the September contract closed firmer, adding 785 points @ $2.2375. |
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ISRI Focus: July 2009
- ISRI Members Raise Their Voices on Capitol Hill
- ISRI Participates in Sheriffs' Convention
- 'Scrap' Wins Awards
In Competition
- Bill Introduced in Congress to Address Loophole in DOT Drug, Alcohol Testing
- ISRI Board Approves Code of Conduct
- Updated Industry Statistics Available On ISRI Web Page
- Member Sponsors Earth Day Art Contest
- 'Two-Minute Drill' Driver Safety Videos International Hit
- Are You Ready? (Crisis Communications Assessment
- Safety: Are You Ready for What’s Coming?
- ISEC Meets in St. Louis
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Leadership Update: July 7, 2009
- Cash for Clunkers: 'Round and Round the Wheel Goes...Where it Will Stop, No One Knows'
- 'Partnering to Combat Metal Theft'
- Now Available: ISRI's 2008 Industry Compensation Survey
- Sponsorship and Exhibit Opportunities at ISRI's 2009 Commodities Roundtable (Chicago)
- 'No Mercy' by John Gilstrap Goes On Sale July 7
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Monday Report: July 6, 2009
With little in the way of positive macro news, this morning finds the LME a little weaker and the dollar a little stronger...London precious metal markets were all lower compared with Friday...traders are looking for Comex copper to open this morning several cents lower. |
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Friday Report: July 2, 2009
London gold was last indicated lower @ $930...September Comex copper was around three cents lower at mid-day, up from –five at mid morning. |
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Leadership Update: June 29, 2009
- Cash for Clunkers "Approved" Recycler List in Development
- Indian DGFT Issues Further Clarification on Import/Export Requirements
- Justice Department Urges NMVTIS Registration
- Final Rule on NESHAPS for Area Source Aluminum, Copper, and Other Nonferrous Foundries
- Buying New Trucks? The Government Can Help
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Monday Report: June 29, 2009
This morning's LME is generally firmer (ex-tin and zinc) but said to trading "cautiously" in the absence of any fresh news...Monday's drawdown in copper stocks supportive...aluminum inventories, meanwhile, increased 5,075 mt. Comex copper expected to open on the plus side... |
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Friday Report: June 26, 2009
The metals put in another strong day yesterday with gains seen across the board led by copper's rise to $5,145 up from Tuesday's low of $4,680. The extent of the reversal from Monday/Tuesday means that a run up to the highs at $5,380 looks very possible and the mantra of buy the dips still holds true. |
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ISRI Electronics Newsletter: June 2009
The ISRI Electronics Recycling Newsletter replaces the IAER Newsletter that has been published
monthly for almost 10 years. It offers a unique collection of the highlights of the latest information on all aspects of the electronics recycling industry—including articles, events, announcements, and association news. |
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Leadership Update: June 23, 2009
- ISRI Members Raise Their Voice on Capitol Hill
- ISRI Summer Board and Committee Meetings Successful and Productive
- Update: SPCC Compliance Date Now November 2010
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Monday Report: June 15, 2009
Monday's LME was sharply lower and said to be influenced by the firmer dollar. Market bears are wondering, however, whether further consolidations in commodities and equities at the start of this week signals the beginning of a much larger overdue pullback in both markets. We'll know soon enough... |
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Leadership Update: June 12, 2009
- Prepare to Raise Your Voice on Capitol Hill Next Week!
- ISRI Participates in the National Sheriff's Association Annual Convention
- Updated Scrap Recycling Industry Facts Available at www.isri.org/facts
- SPCC Compliance Date Extended to November 2010 from July 2009
- Bill in Congress Introduced to Address Loophole in DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing
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Leadership Update: June 10, 2009
- ISRI Meets With Indian Government Regarding Rules Governing Exports of Scrap Metal, Paper, and Plastics to India
- Speak Up For Scrap!
- Chuck Todd, NBC's Political Director/Chief White House Correspondent, to Address ISRI Board
- NMVTIS Posts Names of Reporting Entities
- Senator Carper Addresses Mid-Atlantic Chapter
- Railroad Antitrust Legislation Stalls in the Senate
- Congressman Tim Murphy Visits Pennsylvania Tube City Facility—Again!
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Summer Board Meeting Agendas Available
Agendas are available for the for ISRI's Summer Committee and Board Meetings—June 16-19, Grand Hyatt Hotel, Washington, D.C. (Bookmarked PDF. Revised June 11.) |
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ISRI Focus: June 2009
- Government Topics Dominate Board Meetings
- Fly-in, Governance Meetings
On ISRI's June 15-19 Agenda
- Summer Governance Meetings/Fly-in Schedule
- ISRI Focus Now Available Electronically
- Red Imported Fire Ant a Barrier To International Scrap Trade?
- Electronics Recycling Newsletter Published
- Membership 'Sale'
- Planning for Your Next Crisis?
- ISRI Welcomes New Members
- Safety: Wicked Irony
- A Very 'Green' Convention
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Monday Report: May 18, 2009
This morning, the LME is mostly weaker as traders continue to express doubts about overall global consumption prospects and whether China's appetite for raw materials has cooled...add to that a stronger dollar thereby giving sellers the upper hand. Comex copper is expected to open flat to slightly higher this a.m. |
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ISRI Electronics Newsletter: May 2009
The ISRI Electronics Recycling Newsletter replaces the IAER Newsletter that has been published
monthly for almost 10 years. It offers a unique collection of the highlights of the latest information on all aspects of the electronics recycling industry—including articles, events, announcements, and association news. |
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Leadership Update: May 15, 2009
- ISRI's Summer Board Meetings and Fourth Annual Fly-In Is Quickly Approaching
- ISRI's Design for Recycling Award® Featured in Interior Design
- ISRI May Electronics Recycling Newsletter Available
- 4th 2-Minute Drill Video Now Available
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Decoding NMVTIS
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ISRI Focus: May 2009
- Capitol Hill Fly-in, Governance Meetings Coming To Washington June 15-19
- ISRI Achieves Near-Record Attendance at 2009 Convention
- Herman Miller, Inc. Honored with 2009 Design for Recycling® Award
ISRI Recognizes Boy Scouts' Anniversary, Environmental Role- ISRI Recognizes Boy Scouts' Anniversary, Environmental Role
- Lifetime Achievement Award Honors Leonard Rifkin and Ben Sacco
- ISRI Member's Earth Day Activities Enhance Image of Recycling Industry
- ISRI Convention Photos!
- Safety: Las Acciones Hablan Más Que Palabras
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Leadership Update: May 11, 2009
- AAR/NARS Railroad Forum
- ISRI Transportation Safety Update: "2-Minute Drill" DVDs mailed to 3,400 member locations/Road Check 2009 Next Month
- ISRI's Fourth Annual Fly-In IS ONLY A FEW WEEKS AWAY!
- ISRI's Summer Board and Committee Meetings Less Than 6 Weeks Away!
- Follow ISRI on Twitter
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Monday Report: May 11, 2009
Monday's LME is off to a slow uncertain start with seasonal considerations and mixed signals regarding the global economy in general and Chinese buying in particular...some say it's nothing less/more than the notion of, "Sell in May..." Traders are looking for Comex copper to open lower this morning, equities, too. |
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Herman Miller Profile
ISRI today honors furniture manufacturer Herman Miller with its 2009 Design for Recycling® Award. |
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Leadership Update: April 29, 2009
- Confusion Abounds Regarding Exports of Scrap Metal, Paper and Plastics to India
- STB Postpones Recently Announced Rail Competition Hearings
- ISRI Committee and Board Meeting Agendas On-Line
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Leadership Update: April 20, 2009
- 'Cash for Clunkers' Legislation to be Discussed at Upcoming ISRI Government Relations Committee Meeting in Las Vegas
- Letter Clarifying AIG's Position Sent to all RecycleGuard Policy Holders
- It's Time To Register For the ISRI Safety & Environmental Council Meeting
- STB to Reexamine Its Rail Competition Policies
- ISRI Safety Announces Third Driver Safety Video
- ISRI Convention Program Book Now Available/Change to Convention Schedule
- ISRI Focus Now Available Electronically
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Leadership Update: April 13, 2009
- Effective Date of Recent SPCC Final Rule Delayed to 2010, Confusion Ensues
- ISRI Seeks AG Intervention with NMVTIS Implementation
- ISRI Electronics Recycling Newsletter
- Red Imported Fire Ant a Barrier to International Scrap Trade?
- Upcoming Meetings & Events
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ISRI Electronics Newsletter: April 2009
The ISRI Electronics Recycling Newsletter replaces the IAER Newsletter that has been published
monthly for almost 10 years. It offers a unique collection of the highlights of the latest information on all aspects of the electronics recycling industry—including articles, events, announcements, and association news. |
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Monday Report: April 6, 2009
Monday's LME kicked off with firmer prices for copper in early trading...most base metals hoping to build off last week's gains, reinforced by continued strength in global equities...precious metals being sold as risk aversion mollifies. Traders, however, are looking for Comex copper to open slightly lower this a.m. |
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ISRI Focus: April 2009
- ISRI Set to Score in Las Vegas
- ISRI Voices Support for Federal Bill Promoting Electronics Recycling
- Convention Auction Benefits Foundation
- Railroad Antitrust Provision Advances in Congress
- Tell Us Your Story on Tag and Hold
- ISRI Discusses Tire Recycling with Office of Trade Representative
- Federal VIN?Reporting Alert
- ISRI Continues to Promote Design for Recycling®
- Jillian Headlines Convention Luncheon
- Safety: Safety Porn
- Earth Day Provides Opportunities for Outreach, Education
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Leadership Update: April 6, 2009
- VIN Reporting Update
- ISRI Meets with EPA on Future of NVMSRP
- Member Profile Forms Now in the Mail
- ISRI Opens Dialogue with American Society Of Landscape Architects
- Other Upcoming Meetings and Events
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VIN Reporting Update
The National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS) now has two approved data consolidators accepting registrations from the reporting industry. |
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Friday Report: April 3, 2009
This morning (Friday) the LME is mixed but looking to track higher, reflecting optimism towards the global economic condition following the G-20 meetings...London gold was last indicated $903 -$905, that's lower as global equities gain...traders anticipating Comex copper to open slightly higher...yesterday, the May contract closed @ $1.89, up 410 points on the day. |
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Leadership Update: March 30, 2009
- ISRI Supports Federal Bill to Promote Responsible Electronics Recycling
- NMVTIS Decoded at ISRI 2009 Convention
- ISRI Convention Expects Attendance of Well Over 4,000
- Hotel Space at Mandalay Bay Becoming Limited
- ISRI Safety & Environmental Council Meeting Open for Online Registration
- Card Check Legislation Is Introduced In Congress
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Friday Report: March 30, 2009
This morning the LME is off to an uncertain start, led by weaker copper, a firmer dollar, lower global equities and on-going demand worries for metals in general. Traders are looking for Comex copper to open lower this morning along with continued base metal price consolidation. |
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Group Helps Solve Copper Theft
PHILADELPHIA -- Scott Dale Graves, 37, has been accused of stealing three 25-pound spools of copper valued at $200 from the Flint Energies warehouse in Warner Robins, Ga. He is being held at the Houston County jail in Perry, Ga.
Warner Robins Police credited the Middle Georgia Metal Theft Committee for playing a key role in
leading to the arrest of Graves. The group is an alliance of recyclers, other local businesses and
industries and law enforcement officers whose goal is to reduce metal thefts in the area.
Sanjab Recycling, a South Macon, Ga., recycler and member of the alliance, contacted police about some copper it had purchased and later identified Graves as the seller of the metal. |
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Leadership Update: March 22, 2009
- ISRI Convention Early Registration Deadline March 25–Save $100 by Registering Before Wednesday!
- Convention Registration Still Points to a "Top 3" Attendance
- ISRI Convention Attracting Top Name Speakers and Top Class Workshops
- DOJ Announces Options for VIN Reporting
- Upcoming Meetings & Events
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Leadership Update: March 13, 2009
- ISRI Holds Productive Meeting with Senate Committee on Commerce Concerning Metal Theft Bill
- ISRI Convention Registration On Track for a 'Top 3' Convention
- Hotel Space is Becoming Tight at Both ISRI Host Hotels
- Tell Your Story on Tag and Hold
- Meeting with the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative Held to Discuss Tire Recycling
- Railroad Antitrust Provision Advances in Congress
- Upcoming Meetings & Events
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Friday (Thursday) Report: March 12, 2009
Thursday morning finds the LME lower across the board with little in the way to offer buying encouragement. London gold is up early, refecting negative equity sentiment. Also, latest data on Chinese industrial output adding to today's mood. Comex copper expected to open lower this morning. |
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ISRI Focus: March 2009
- RIOS Presents Training Trainer Workshops
- Metal Theft Bills Pose Serious Harm to Recycling Industry
- Who's Coming to Las Vegas?
- ISRI Testifies on Crumb Rubber Before NYC Parks and Recreation Committee
- Stimulus Package Includes Tax Extension
- ISRI Addresses NRECA Convention
- Railroad Antitrust Act Advances in Senate
- Chicago Drops Recycling Franchise Plan
- ISRI Enhances Web
Site Login Procedure
- Step Up and Tell the Story of Scrap Recycling
- Communications Workshops Featured at ISRI Convention
- ISRI Secures Policy Clarification on VIN Reporting Rules
- Safety: The New Sheriff in Town
- ISRI Welcomes New Members
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ISRI Electronics Newsletter: March 2009
The ISRI Electronics Recycling Newsletter replaces the IAER Newsletter that has been published
monthly for almost 10 years. It offers a unique collection of the highlights of the latest information on all aspects of the electronics recycling industry—including articles, events, announcements, and association news. |
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Leadership Update: March 6, 2009
- ISRI Electronics Recycling Newsletter for March 2009
- RecycleGuard Workers Compensation Insurance Carrier Name Change
- VIN Reporting Status Update
- "2-Minute Drill" ISRI Driver Safety Video Series – popular worldwide!
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Leadership Update: March 3, 2009
- ISRI Extends Room Block at Mandalay Bay After Initial Sell Out
- RIOS Train-the-Trainer Workshops in Fort Worth, Texas—Registration Deadline March 9
- Mark Your Calendars for ISRI Safety & Environmental Council Meeting
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RIOS Train-the-Trainer Workshops
 ISRI Services Corporation's Second RIOS Train-the-Trainer Workshops takes place March 23–25, 2009 in Fort Worth, Texas at the Omni Fort Worth Hotel. |
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Monday Report: March 2, 2009
Today's LME is lower all around and said to be spooked by weaker global equities, a firmer dollar, and on-going worries over near term consumption prospects...fresh bullion buying also in evidence today...traders look for Comex copper to open lower this morning. |
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A-1 Recycling Alerts Police to Metal Theft—Arrests Total 50
A-1 Recycling of Hesperia, Calif. recently alerted local law enforcement officials that unique stainless steel materials were being offered for sale by two men. The company's staff recognized the stainless steel materials as being specialized components used by a nearby solar plant, one of the recycling company's customers for years. Local deputies arrived and arrested the two men for stealing the materials, making them the 49th and 50th on-site arrests by the company. The stolen materials were returned to the rightful owner who expressed his gratitude for A-1's efforts. |
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Commendation for Utah Metal Works
Utah Metal Works received a commendation from the Salt Lake City Police Department for the scrap dealers' help in gathering surveillance video and transaction records that led to the arrest of two metals thieves. "Your and your employees assistance provided valuable assistance and two arrests were made," the letter of commendation read. |
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Monday Report: February 23, 2009
The LME is mostly up early Monday, said to be responding to a weaker dollar and fresh news concerning the fate of Citigroup...copper leading the way for this latest (brief?) relief rally...London gold was lower...traders look for Comex copper to open on the plus side this morning. |
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Marietta Recycling Center Receives Law Enforcement Accolades
Scott Cone of the Marietta Recycling Center has received a letter of commendation from the Marietta Police Department for his company's efforts to assist local police with the metal theft problem. Deputy Chief Billy Grogan noted the time that Marietta Recycling Center had spent training officers and detectives about the scrap recycling industry and providing helpful tips on apprehending metal thieves. He also noted that the department looks forward to "strengthening the partnership between Marietta Recycling and the Marietta Police Department so our relationship becomes a model for other communities across the country." |
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Leadership Update: February 20, 2009
- Proposed National Emission Standards for Area Source Aluminum, Copper, and Other Nonferrous Foundries
- "Early Bird" Registration for 2009 ISRI Convention & Exposition Extended to Feb. 26
- Railroad Antitrust Legislation Advances in U.S. Senate
- ISRI Secures Policy Clarification from DOJ on VIN Reporting Rules
- Stimulus Package Includes Extension of Small Business Tax Allowances
- ISRI Participates in National Rural Electric Cooperatives' Convention
- ISRI Launches New Driver Safety Video Series
- RIOS Train-the-Trainer Workshops on March 23-25, 2009 in Fort Worth, Texas
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Friday Report: February 20, 2009
The LME is mostly up early Monday, said to be responding to a weaker dollar and fresh news concerning the fate of Citigroup...copper leading the way for this latest (brief?) relief rally...London gold was lower...traders look for Comex copper to open on the plus side this morning. |
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Leadership Update: February 13, 2009
- Sixth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals Denies TSRA Appeal
- Ineffective Metal Theft Legislation Introduced in Congress
- ISRI Convention Schedule and Workshop Descriptions Available Online Today!
- Who's Coming to Las Vegas?
- ISRI Delivers Testimony Before New York City Council Parks and Recreation Committee
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Friday (Thursday) Report: February 12, 2009
This morning finds the LME tracking lower on relentless uninspiring market news and fresh deliveries of aluminum and copper into LME warehouses...it seems clear that for now, at least, the market also remains unimpressed with the Administration's stimulus plan. |
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ISRI Focus: February 2009
- Task Force Amends Draft Code of Conduct
- ISRI Welcomes IAER Members
- ISRI Convention Hotel Rates Slashed, Amenities Extended to ISRI Guests
- ISRI Welcomes
New Members
- ANSI-ASQ National Accreditation Board Opens RIOS Accreditation Program
- ISRI Outlines Agenda For 111th Congress
- ISRI Meets with Commerce Dept. on International Trade and Electronics Recycling
- Chicago Drops Franchise Plan For Commercial Recycling
- Truck Drivers Serving Ports to Require Identification Credential
- Utah Conference Brings Together Recyclers, Police, Prosecutors, Legislators
- Chapter News
- Captive Rail Issues Raised During Senate Transportation
Confirmation Hearings
- Safety: As Usual, Mom Was Right
- EPA Looks at Definition
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ISRI Electronics Newsletter: February 2009
The ISRI Electronics Recycling Newsletter replaces the IAER Newsletter that has been published
monthly for almost 10 years. It offers a unique collection of the highlights of the latest information on all aspects of the electronics recycling industry—including articles, events, announcements, and association news. |
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Leadership Update: February 6, 2009
- New Login Procedure At ISRI Web Site
- RIOS Train-the-Trainer Workshops on March 23-25, 2009 in Fort Worth, Texas
- ISRI's Working Safe & Smart
- Recycling Research Foundation Silent Auction
- ISRI Staff Named to National Political Association Board of Directors
- ISRI's Rail Task Force Has Aggressive 2009 Agenda
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Friday Report: February 6, 2009
Given the afternoon rally in equities it is surprising that copper did not lead the base metals complex higher, maybe they are reluctant to head higher ahead of today's employment report. Also whereas the equities have been weak in recent days and therefore had some short-covering room, the metal have already had two good days under their belt, Tuesday and Wednesday, so the short-covering was less of an issue. (Compliments of BaseMetals.com. |
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RRF Silent Auction
Help the scrap recycling industry provide financial support for research and educational scholarships by participating in the Recycling Research Foundation's (RRF) 2009 Silent Auction. |
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Monday Report: February 2, 2009
Monday's LME is mostly higher, led by copper responding to the slight drawdown in warehouse stocks...London gold moved lower early on profit taking...traders look for Comex copper to open lower this morning...trading resumed in China following the week long Lunar New Year holiday. |
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Leadership Update: January 30, 2009
- It Just Keeps Getting Better! ANOTHER Price Cut at Mandalay Bay!
- Convention Registration at a Record High
- ISRI Supports Senate "Clunker" Bill
- Justice Department Issues Final VIN Reporting Rules
- ISRI Discusses Fire Safety Document With NFPA
- Newell Recycling Hosts Georgia Lawmakers
- Don't Forget: February is OSHA 300 Month
- ISRI Attends Canadian Scrap Tire Meeting
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Monday Report: January 26, 2009
Monday's LME is firmer early, led by copper, and offsetting latest inventory increases ...London gold also stronger, trading at a three-month high...traders look for Comex copper to open higher this a.m. Shanghai commodity markets are closed for the Lunar New Year... |
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Leadership Update: January 23, 2009
- Historic Week Concluded But a Large Activist Agenda Awaits the Scrap Recycling Industry
- RIOS Accreditation Program Now Open
- ISRI meets with U.S. Commerce Department on International Trade and Electronics Recycling
- ISRI Negotiates New Lower Rates for Convention Attendees
- Captive Rail Issues Are Raised During Senate Transportation Confirmation Hearings
- Utah Metal Theft Conference Brings Together Recyclers, Police, Prosecutors, Legislators
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Friday Report: January 23, 2009
Friday's LME was again reflecting soft demand, a firmer dollar, and fresh deliveries of metal into LME warehouses...copper was trading at a three–week low with stocks now at a 5-year high...aluminum inventories posted a fresh all-time high as prices slumped to a 6+year low...London gold was last indicated at $874/$875 with fresh interest credited to safe-haven buying...in New York this a.m., traders see Comex copper opening lower. |
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Monday Report: January 16, 2009
The metals remained under pressure yesterday, but it wasn't just the metals that were suffering, the currencies were as were equities and the precious metals. The question is whether we will see a relief rally ahead of the US Presidency changing hands, this may well happen in the equities and in turn could flow over into the industrial metals as it refocuses minds on the stimulus packages. Compliments of BaseMetals.com |
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Leadership Update: January 16, 2009
- ISRI Releases Revised Code of Conduct for Review by Members
- ISRI Negotiates New Lower Rates for Convention Attendees
- The International Association of Electronics Recyclers (IAER) is Now Part of ISRI!
- ISRI Outlines Legislative Agenda for 111th Congress
- ISRI Lobbies for Effective Federal Materials Theft Legislation
- ISRI Warns Against Export Controls of Ferrous Metals in Malaysia at OECD Meeting
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ISRI Focus: January 2009
- ISRI Introduces ScrapTheftAlert.com
- Taking the Initiative Now That
Industry Image Campaign Materials are in Your Hands
- Convention Registration Underway!
- In Memoriam Sgt. Timothy Simpson
- ISRI 2009 Exposition Association's Largest Ever!
- Mid-America Honors Galamba-Brown
- Safety: Learning from Our Mistakes
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Links
New ISRI Members the Electronics Recycling Industry can find industry information here at isri.org. However, ISRI has set up a partial, temporary archive at isrielectronics.org. |
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Monday Report: January 12, 2009
This morning finds the LME lower all around as traders sort through conflicting reports of Chinese stock building, index rebalancing, the build in LME inventories, weak prospects for fresh buying, and a slightly stronger dollar. Look for Comex copper to open several cents lower this a.m. |
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Friday Report: January 9, 2009
Friday morning finds the LME is mostly higher but with copper showing early strength...nickel less so...London gold was last indicated @ $858/$859 – that's up slightly as traders await this morning's payroll report...traders also expect Comex copper to open higher...yesterday, the March contract finished 325 points lower @ $1.4790. |
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Leadership Update: January 9, 2009
- Chicago Drops Franchise Plan For Commercial Recycling
- Reminder: Conference Call Open to all Members, Monday at 3 p.m. eastern on Payment Mechanisms for International Trade
- U.S. EPA Looks (Differently?) at the Definition of Solid Waste
- Congress Introduces Railroad Antitrust Legislation
- Become PAC Authorized in 2009!
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Friday Report: December 19, 2008
This morning we're seeing more selling on the LME, especially in copper and lead...nickel bucking the trend...inventories continue to build across the board...traders expect Comex copper to open lower this morning...yesterday the March contract sank to a fresh four-year low, down 7.15 cents on the day, closing @ $1.3015. |
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December 2008: Holiday Safety
Objective: Objective
To point out potential hazards of the winter holidays, ways to prevent these hazards, and ways to deal with them if they occur. |
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Leadership Update: December 15, 2008
- Reminder—Conference Call Tuesday (12/16) at 4 p.m. eastern on Contract Terms to Mitigate Against Risk in Export Transactions
- Compensation Benchmarking Survey—Responses Due by December 19
- IAER Membership Votes in Favor of Joining With ISRI to Create Singular Voice for the E-Recycling Industry!
- Sixth Circuit Court Hears Tag and Hold Arguments
- Registration for 2009 ISRI Convention and Exposition Expected to Open Monday
- Issue Update Now Available on U.S. EPA's 2008 Stormwater Multisector General Permit
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Monday Report: December 15, 2008
Monday's LME was higher early, initially reacting to hopes that a deal will be reached to help the Big Three automakers...a weaker dollar also helping along with fresh optimism concerning the Chinese economic outlook...Comex copper expected to open slightly lower this a.m. |
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ISRI Focus: December 2008
- Clinton to Headline ISRI 2009 Convention Program
- Congressional Recycling Caucus
Shrinks Following 2008 Election
- ISRI Safety and Environmental Council Meets in St. Louis, Elects Officers
- ISRI Membership Renewal Season Underway, Jan. 15 Deadline
- Compliance Now Required with AAR Open Top Rail Car Loading Rule
- PSI Chapter Shines in Orlando Despite Market Clouds
- Image Campaign Materials on Their Way to Your Mailbox
- Beware of Possible Convention Housing Scam
- ISRI Attends CFC
Compliance Assistance Meeting in Cleveland
- Collection of Ports' Clean
Truck Fee Delayed
- Tag and Hold Set for Hearing in Federal Appellate Court
- Safety: Start By Shutting It Down
- EPA's 2008 Stormwater
Multisector General Permit Issued
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Friday Report: December 12, 2008
Monday's LME was higher early, initially reacting to hopes that a deal will be reached to help the Big Three automakers...a weaker dollar also helping along with fresh optimism concerning the Chinese economic outlook...Comex copper expected to open slightly lower this a.m. |
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Issue Update: Federal Stormwater Multi-Sector General Permit
U.S. EPA has released the new Federal Stormwater Multisector General Permit (MSGP-2008) for industrial activities in Alaska, Arizona, Washington, District of Columbia, Idaho, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and New Mexico, as well as U.S. territories and Tribal lands. Its term runs from September 29, 2008 to September 29, 2013. Notices of Intent (NOIs) must be submitted by January 5, 2009 and may be submitted electronically at www.epa.gov/npdes/enoi. |
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Leadership Update: December 5, 2008
- Compensation Benchmarking Survey Reminder
- Reminder—Conference Call Next Tuesday at 3 p.m. Eastern on "Available Insurance Tools to Mitigate Against Risk in Export Transactions"
- ISRI Meets with Senate Majority Leader
- SWPPP Template Available for U.S. EPA's 2008 Stormwater Multisector General Permit
- Remember to Sign Up for ISRI PAC!
- Scrap Truck Drivers Will Require Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Card Soon if Serving Ports
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Monday Report: November 24, 2008
Most of the metals put in a slight up day on Friday, with aluminium the exception, but the move higher seems to have been a struggle with the metals watching the gyrations in equities closely. Outside the base metals, gold was in a bullish mood with prices running from $743 to $802. |
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Leadership Update: November 21, 2008
- Collection of Ports' Clean Truck Fee Delayed
- ISRI Responds to 60 Minutes Segment on Electronics Recycling
- Compliance Required Now With AAR Open Top Rail Car Loading Rule
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ISRI Responds to 60 Minutes
In a letter to 60 Minutes, ISRI takes on misinformation about electronics recycling and discusses the positive role the industry plays as part of EPA's Responsible Recycling program. |
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November 2008: Arc Flashes
Objective: To discuss the responsibilities of employers and employees in protecting workers from arc flashes, which are bursts of electrical energy between two nontouching conductors. |
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Leadership Update: November 17, 2008
- AAR Finalizes Scrap Loading Rule
- ISRI Safety and Environmental Council Meets in St. Louis; Rick Hare, Consolidated Scrap Resources, Elected Vice Chair
- ISRI Attends CFC Compliance Assistance Meeting in Cleveland, Ohio
- Tag and Hold Set for Hearing in Federal Appellate Court
- Conference Call on Legal Options for Addressing Contract Disputes in China Set for Monday Morning
- ISRI Provides Media Training to Chapters
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Friday Report: November 14, 2008
The metals tested lower yesterday and despite some negative news in the form of LME stocks, especially with aluminium's 44Kt rise, the metals ended up in positive territory. Given the poor economic climate and the initial weakness in equities, the ability of the metals to hold up may well be a pointer that the waves of redemption selling have slowed, at least for a while, and are matched by short covering and bargain hunting. |
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ISRI Focus: November 2008
- Industry Image Campaign Now Underway
- Congressman Visits ISRI Member Facility
- ISRI 2008 Operations Forum 'One of Best Ever'
- 'Responsible Practices' Adopted into RIOS Certification Program
- Recycling Investment Saves Energy—RISE
Frequently Asked Questions
- ISRI Fall Meetings Set Against Good, Bad News
- Safety: How About Some Good News for a Change?
- Morgan, Bush Join ISRI National Staff
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Monday Report: November 10, 2008
The morning's LME is off to a higher start with copper up nearly 10 percent and pulling up the other base metals as news of China's $585 billion dollar stimulus package begins to spread... |
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Leadership Update: November 7, 2008
- Congressional Recycling Caucus Shrinks Following Election
- ISRI Congratulates President-Elect Obama
- U.S. EPA's 2008 Stormwater Multisector General Permit Issued
- ISRI Meets With Senate Staff on Federal Materials Theft Bill
- CBS "60 Minutes" Feature Regarding Electronics Exports to China
- Beware of Possible Scam Involving 2009 ISRI Convention Housing
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Friday Report: November 7, 2008
Metals had another down day, they opened weak, tried to rally, but ended up failing to do so. One of the most noticeable changes of late is that copper's spread has switched to a contango, suggesting the fears of tightness have gone—a bit like the fear of inflation. Indeed as central banks around the world make interest rate cut after cut, at least it looks as though most central bankers and governments are now trying to get ahead of the curve...In other markets, oil is at $61/barrel, gold is up $7/oz and that is with the dollar showing some strength too. The euro is at 1.2765, the dollar index is at 86.45 and the yen is at 97.60...BaseMetals.com |
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ISRI Alert—International Business Conditions
ISRI continues to pursue options for addressing the problems members have been experiencing resulting from cancelled orders, defaults, and efforts by buyers to obtain discounts from the contracted prices for shipments of scrap. |
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Leadership Update: November 4, 2008
- ISRI Meeting with US Commercial Service in China and Chinese Industry on Issues Related to International Business Conditions
- Advocacy Conference Cancelled
- ISRI Fall Board and Committee Meetings Wrap-Up
- ISRI Participates in US Dept of Justice Conference Call on Material Theft
- Congressman John Shimkus Tours ISRI Member Facility
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ISRI Adopts Responsible Practices into RIOS Certification Program
In an effort to provide a 'one-stop-shop' for electronics recyclers, ISRI Services Corporation ("ISC") recently adopted the Responsible Recycling Practices for Use in Accredited Certification Programs for Electronics Recyclers ("R2") into its RIOS certification program. |
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Monday Report: October 27, 2008
No relief over the weekend with the Nikkei and Hang Seng off 6.4% and 10% respectively and the Dow future off 264 points already, this bodes ill for the metals' opening, with Select showing metals down across the board having crawled back some of their losses on Friday. |
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Leadership Update: October 24, 2008
- ISRI Alert—International Business Conditions and Personal Safety While Visiting International Customers
- ISRI Submits Comments to AAR Over Open Top Rail Car Rule
- Media Training — Materials Now Available
- ISRI's Bylaws and Policy Manual Updated
- ISRI Fall Board and Committee Meetings Successful and Productive
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Friday Report: October 24, 2008
Taking a cue from plunging global equity markets, this morning (Friday) the LME is again weaker with multi-year lows posted for copper and aluminum...nickel was trading at levels last seen in July 2003...a stronger dollar also not helping (it's at a two-year high)...and in New York this a.m., Comex copper is expected to open—you guessed it—much lower... |
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ISRI Focus: October 2008
- ISRI Draft Code of Conduct Ready for Review and Comment by Members
- DOT Inspectors Conducting Safety Screenings
- Safety/Environmental Council Meets in St. Louis Nov. 4-7
- 2008 Commodities Roundtable Achieves Record Attendance
- Members Advised to Beware of Scam Using Dept. of Transportation Stationery
- ISRI Transportation Safety Manual and Drivers Handbook Now Available
- Safety: Early Intervention
- News: Senate Energy Tax Bill To Contain Accelerated Depreciation for Recycling Equipment. Insurance Analyzer Form Now Available. Time for ISRI PAC Authorization. Omnisource Holds Annual Truck Rodeo. Five Questions to Ask About Your Safety Program. ISRI's Pittsburgh Chapter Offers a Winning Trifecta. Victoria, B.C. Welcomes Western Regional. ISRI Addresses National Association of Broadcasters on Materials Theft.
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October 2008: Skid Steer Loaders
Objectives: - To discuss the responsibilities of employers and employees in maintaining and safely operating skid steer loader machines
- To set forth how injuries with skid steer loaders occur and how to prevent them
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Leadership Update: October 13, 2008
- Congressman Steve Chabot Visits Cohen Bros.
- Answers to Frequently Asked Questions About RISE
- Reminder - ISRI Safety & Environmental Council to Meet November 4th-7th in St. Louis
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Monday Report: October 13, 2008
The markets around the world wait on tenterhooks to see if the G7, European and US talks over the weekend and actions manage to throw the markets a life-line. So far they seem to like what they see. Overall the markets are off to a firmer start, we have seen this before recently with just dead-cat bounces emerging, however, the more concerted effort governments seem to be making does suggest some confidence may return and confidence is something the markets badly need. |
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Leadership Update: October 3, 2008
- ISRI Secures Passage of $162 Million Tax Allowance for the Scrap Recycling Industry
- Copper Theft Legislation Introduced in the United States Senate
- ISRI to Hold State Legislative Strategy Session Open to all Industry/Chapter Lobbyists – Nov. 18
- Operations Forum Early Registration Deadline is Monday, Oct. 5
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Leadership Update: September 29, 2008
- ISRI Concludes Negotiations to Acquire IAER
- ISRI Meets With AAR Open Top Loading Rules Committee
- DOJ Issues VIN Reporting Rules after 16 Years in Limbo
- ISRI Staff meets with Chicago City Officials About Flow Control Proposal
- 2008 ISRI Operations Forum Seeing Strong Registration - Hilton Extends Reservation Deadline
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Monday Report: September 29, 2008
The LME is off to a weak start early based on a weaker dollar and uncertainties surrounding the House vote over the proposed $700 billion rescue/bailout plan. Comex copper is expected to open sharply lower this morning. |
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Friday Report: September 26, 2008
Metals put in a quiet day's trading on Thursday with the market generally taking a back seat compared to the equities. Although the metals should benefit from the US rescue package (when one is eventually agreed on), it did look as though the metals were lagging behind as they faced a headwind from a stronger dollar and poor economic data. Compliments of BaseMetals.com. |
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June Meeting Minutes Available
Meeting minutes from ISRI's Board and Committee meeting in June 2008 are now available to logged-in ISRI Members in Governance. |
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Leadership Update: 9/14/2008
- Coming Soon to your Postal Mailbox—The ISRI Safety Transportation Manual & Drivers Handbook on CD!
- Senate Energy Tax Bill to Contain Accelerated Depreciation for Recycling Equipment
- Lobbyists wanted!
- ISRI Invited to address the AAR Open Top Railcar Loading Rules Committee on September 18th
- Members Advised to Beware of Scam Using US DOT Stationery
- Updated Schedule Now Available for October Board and Committee Meetings in San Francisco
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Friday Report: September 12, 2008
The metals once again put in a good close on Thursday with all but aluminium closing in positive territory with zinc leading the advance with a $50 gain. More impressive was the fact that the metals are managing to edge higher despite ongoing dollar strength. This is in stark contrast with the precious metals that saw gold drop to $736/oz. Compliments of BaseMetals.com. |
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ISRI Focus: September 2008
- Operations Forum Offers Multiple Tracks for Scrap Facility Managers
- Commodities Roundtable Forum Update
- Fall Meetings Move to San Francisco
- NVMSRP Increases
Incentives to $4 per Mercury Switch
- ISRI Opposes ASC Move to Have Export-Import Bank Deny Bank Credit Limit for Sale, Export of Shredded Scrap
- ISRI Meets with CRCPD on Cooperation in Radioactive Scrap Control
- ISRI to Host Reception at E-Scrap 2008
- RRF to Hold Silent Auction at Convention
- DOT Proposes Changes
to Requirements for Battery Transportation
- If Your AQSIQ License Was Issued in 2005, Now
is the Time to Prepare Your Renewal Application
- PSI Chapter Hosts Fall Conference in Orlando
- Norfolk Southern and Others Prematurely Implement AAR's New Open-Top Railcar Rule
- AAR Provides ISRI and Members Opportunity To Comment on Railcar Loading Rule Changes
- Safety: Happy Changes at ISRI Safety
- ISRI Reaching Ou
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Leadership Update: 9/8/2008
- ISRI Draft Code of Conduct Ready for Review and Comment by Members
- ISRI Board and Committees to Meet October 14-17 in San Francisco
- ISRI concludes Two Weeks of National Political Party Conventions
- Insurance Analyzer Form Now Available to Make it Easier to Compare Insurance Quotes
- ISRI Safety & Environmental Council to Meet November 4th-7th in St Louis - Registration Now Open!
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Friday Report: September 5, 2008
London, 05 September 2008—The markets had a turbulent day yesterday with the Dow under pressure, the dollar extending its gains, while the metals started well, gained momentum before reversing; so all in all a muddled day, with the dollar once again keeping the metals in check and concerns about the economic slowdown weighing on most asset classes. Compliments of BaseMetals.com. |
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ISRI Leadership Update: August 30, 2008
- ISRI Participates in Democratic and Republican Conventions
- ISRI Reaches-Out to Norfolk Southern Regarding Open-Top Car Rule
- And AAR Finally Provides Opportunity for ISRI and Members Alike to Directly Offer Comments on Railcar Loading Rule Changes
- ISRI Reaching Out to Other Material Theft Stakeholders
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Friday Report: August 29, 2008
London, 29 August 2008—Apart from lead, the base metals struggled yesterday which points to further consolidation in the near term, especially with the Labor Day holiday in the US on Monday. Aluminium looks particularly vulnerable with prices back on the lows and although copper is holding mid-ground it doesn't look particularly robust, especially with the spread easing and with LME stocks on the rise. Compliments of BaseMetals.com. |
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ISRI Leadership Update: August 27, 2008
- Norfolk Southern and Others Prematurely Implement AAR's New Open-Top Railcar Rule
- AQSIQ Issues Two New Lists of Renewed Licensees
- U.S. Department of Commerce Makes Available New Resource to Help Exporters Shipping to India
- ISRI Board and Committees to Meet October 14-17 in San Francisco
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AQSIQ Releases Two New Renewed Lists
China has issued two new lists of renewed licenses for exporters of scrap materials to China. It is believed that these lists include companies whose licenses were originally issued in 2004 and 2005. |
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ISRI Leadership Update: August 18, 2008
- If Your AQSIQ License Was Issued in 2005, Now is the Time to Prepare Your Renewal Application
- ISRI Opposes Move by ASC to Have Export-Import Bank Deny Bank Credit Limit for Sale & Export of Shredded Scrap
- ISRI Meets With Conference of Radiation Control Program Directors Regarding Cooperation in the Control of Radioactive Scrap
- DOT Proposes Changes to Requirements for Transportation of Batteries
- Introducing the ISRI Broadsheet
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AQSIQ Public Notice 103-2005 (PDF, English)
"It has been hereby decided that as of August 1, 2005, applications by supplier enterprises for registrations shall continue to be accepted, and the following public circular is hereby issued with respect to notes on registration applications..." |
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Monthly Safety Meeting, August 2008: Shears
Objectives:- To review the safety precautions required for hydraulic shears, including
alligator shears
- To define the responsibilities of the employer whose operations involve
heavy-duty shears and the safety measures workers must take when
operating them
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ISRI Opposes Effort to Block Shredded Scrap Export
An Aug. 11 letter to the Export-Import Bank of the United States opposes the attempt by the American Scrap Coalition to block the bank from extending credit for the sale and export of $24 million of shredded scrap to Turkey. |
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ISRI Opposes Effort to Block Shredded Scrap Export
An Aug. 11 letter to the Export-Import Bank of the United States opposes the attempt by the American Scrap Coalition to block the bank from extending credit for the sale and export of $24 million of shredded scrap to Turkey. |
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Monday Report: August 11, 2008
Base metals are again on the defensive in the absence of any fresh positive demand news and the influence of a firmer dollar. The Russian-Georgian conflict said to be supporting gold and crude oil this Monday. Comex copper is expected to open slightly lower this a.m. |
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Friday Report: August 8, 2008
London, August 2008—The metals put in another choppy day's trading yesterday with prices giving back earlier gains as the dollar climbed to 5 month highs and as oil drifted. Generally there is little fresh news to drive the markets so they are being jostled by outside factors, mainly the dollar and oil. (Compliments of BaseMetals.com) |
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ISRI Focus: August 2008
- ISRI's Third Annual Legislative
Fly-in Exceeds Expectations
- Midwest Floods Hit ISRI Iowa Members
- Bateman Named ISRI Safety and Training Manager
- Safety: What You Don't Hear Can Kill You
- News: Summer Board Meeting Highlights. ISRI Member Assists in 29 Arrests for Materials Theft. AAR to Impose New Rules on Using Open Top Rail Cars. ISRI and BIR Support
Basel Convention Computing Equipment Partnership. ISRI Members Assisting
ATF with Illegal Weapons Destruction.
SREA Reasonable Care Compliance Reports Available to Members. ISRI Forms Safety and Environmental Council. ISRI Shipping Program Offers Discounts, Dedicated Service
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View the August 5 Leadership Update »
- National Vehicle Mercury Switch Program (NVMSRP) Increases Incentives to $4 per Mercury Switch
- ISRI Joins Industry Shipper's Comments to Surface Transportation Board
- ISRI Continues to Tout Member Successes on Materials Theft
- Joe Bateman Joins ISRI Safety Staff
- Jerry Sjogren Assumes Chairmanship of ISRI Safety & Environmental Council
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Recycle My Old Fridge!
ISRI is participating in ENERGY STAR Recycle My Old Fridge!, a nationwide campaign sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy and the government's ENERGY STAR program. |
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Monday Report: August 4, 2008
London, August 2008—The metals ended the week on a weak note, with copper down at $7,900, having had a range last week of $7,835 to $8,160. Lead was the strongest performer with prices pushing up to $2,293 before easing, zinc had a go at rallying but ran out of steam, while the rest extended recent lows, even though they managed to close off the lows by the close on Friday. Going forward with LME stocks tending to be up and with the summer slowdown in full swing, it may be hard for the metals not to drift further. (Compliments of BaseMetals.com) |
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Friday Report: August 1, 2008
London, August 2008—The metals continued to struggle with copper and zinc both finding it difficult to hold on to windfall gains. However, poor economic data reminded the market of the weak underlying demand side fundamentals that might be signalling the end of the commodity boom. However the poor economic data sent the dollar lower, which initially masked the impact the data had on overall metal sentiment. (Compliments of BaseMetals.com) |
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Monday Report: July 28, 2008
This morning's LME said to be the feeling the effects of a some seasonal slowness confirmed by low turnover...zinc and nickel were lower while lead was leading the upside early...copper a bit firmer along with a weaker dollar...traders look for Comex copper to open a bit lower this a.m. |
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Friday (Thursday) Report: July 25, 2008
This morning's LME is mixed...copper and aluminum were up early, responding, in part, to yesterday's mostly bearish dollar news...lead & zinc eased, and nickel has moved a bit higher from this morning's "officials." London gold was last indicated at either side of $931, reflecting the weaker dollar...platinum @ $1,729/$1,749 gaining back some recent hefty losses...in New York this morning, Comex copper is expected to open slightly firmer...yesterday, the Sept contract closed some eight cents lower @ $3.5770—a six week low. |
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Monday Report: July 21, 2008
A modest up day early Monday on the LME, however, aluminum was trading at a five week low...lead higher on the latest fall in inventories...traders expect Comex copper to open higher this a.m. |
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Friday (Thursday) Report: July 17, 2008
Thursday is showing a bit of a mixed bag on the LME...copper inched higher while aluminum was trading at a three-week low early...nickel, tin and zinc were up...lead was down...some market players see lower crude oil prices as a confirmation of lower global industrial production and thus lower demand for all metals...London gold was last indicated @ $964/$965 – that's a bit firmer...Comex copper expected to open a penny or so higher...yesterday, the September contract closed nearly 5 cents lower. |
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ISRI Focus: July 2008
- ISRI Responds to
Scrap Coalition
- Commodities Roundtable Forum Moves to Downtown Chicago
- ISRI Membership Growth Continues
- Safety: It's Not Supposed To Be Easy
- News: ISRI Promotes E-Recycling as
Climate-Friendly in Toronto. Operations Forum Moves to Long Beach Oct. 23-25. $20 Bills from Heaven? Image Campaign
Moving into High Gear. ISRI and Industry Contribute to Earthquake Relief Efforts in China. Gulf Coast Honors Galamba-Brown. ISRI Issues Radiation Flash Cards.
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Monday Report: July 14, 2008
Monday's LME is generally steady to slightly lower early with on-going supply concerns underpinning several base metals...London gold was also a bit lower on a firmer dollar...traders expect Comex copper to open...buyers and sellers, however, focusing on the bigger financial picture currently affecting U.S. equities. |
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Friday Report: July 11, 2008
London, 11 July 2008—Lead was once again the clear leader in the base metals camp yesterday, with prices up 12% at one stage to take the total rebound to some 30% off the recent lows. The run higher in lead and zinc was boosted by a sharp turn around in aluminium, which received a fillip from news that the top 20 aluminium smelters in China were to cut output by between 5% and 10% starting in July to save electricity consumption. With these metals running higher the others had little option but to follow. Compliments of BaseMetals.com. |
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View the July 1 Leadership Update »
- ISRI's Third Annual Fly-In Exceeds Expectations!
- ISRI and BIR support Basel Convention Computing Equipment Partnership
- ISRI Summer Board and Committee Meetings Successful and Productive
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Monday Report: June 30, 2008
Copper and tin seem set to push higher and while oil is strong aluminium may follow too. The other metals probably have considerable room on the upside if short-covering emerges and it may be that a run up in copper does spark general short covering. |
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Friday Report: June 27, 2008
The metals put in a stronger day on Thursday with copper, tin and zinc doing the most, but all put in a good performance...the main driving force for the base metals rally was another bout of dollar weakness and although the run up in the metals started to generate its own momentum we would be wary if the dollar started to find its footing again. |
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View the June 23 Leadership Update »
- ISRI Responds to American Scrap Coalition
- Affected by the Recent Flooding in the Midwest? Please let ISRI Know!
- Interested in Insurance? Willing to Share Your Expertise?
- More Than 125 Meetings With Members of Congress Set up for ISRI's 3rd Annual Fly-In This Wednesday!
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Friday Report: June 20, 2008
Copper pushed higher yesterday buoyed by disruptions, although by the close the strike at Cuajone in Peru was lifted, which pulled copper back off the $8,400 level. However the fact that copper is now not too far away from all time highs at $8,880 at a time when the Western world economy is set to slow, highlights the ongoing tight fundamentals. |
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June 2008: Bloodborne Pathogens
Objectives: - To learn about bloodborne pathogens (BBPs)
- To learn the responsibilities of employers and employees in preventing incidents of exposure to BBPs
- To learn preventive measures against exposures to BBPs and what to do if there is an Exposure Incident
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Friday Report: June 13, 2008
The base metals remained under pressure on Thursday as the dollar was upbeat, but with some positive economic data and some bullish insight into China's likely demand following the tragic earthquake, plus disruptions in metal supply, the fundamentals seem tighter if anything. Indeed with lead and zinc now down heavily from their earlier trading levels some value does seem to be in these metals, as has been seen in nickel. |
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View the June 10 Leadership Update »
- Tag-and-Hold Headed for Review in the Federal Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals
- Have a Question? Call ISRI Staff!
- ISRI Participates in the 2008 White House Closing-the-Circle Awards
- It is Not too Late to Sign Up for ISRI's Summer Board & Committee Meetings and Annual Congressional Fly-In
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ISRI Focus: June 2008
- ISRI Testifies Before U. S. House Committee on Electronics Recycling
- Miss. Governor Vetoes Materials Theft Bill
- Safety: Those Pesky Professional Ethics
- News: Washington Hosts Summer Meetings. Dates Announced for Upcoming Education Programs. ISRI Working with Federal Maritime Commission on Ocean Shipping Challenges. ISRI Issues Release Alerting Officials of Increase in Theft of Infrastructure Metals. In Memoriam: Eugene (Gene) Bodner. ISRI Addresses IPANA Annual Meeting. State Tracking Reports Accessible Online.
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Friday (Wednesday) Report: May 28, 2008
The base and precious metals came under pressure yesterday on the back of a dip in the oil price which also boosted the dollar. The precious metals were hardest hit, while the base metals initially weakened on the development, but the secondary reaction was that prices firmed to close the day nearer to the day's highs than to the lows, the exception being aluminium, which was dragged down on the back of the weaker oil. This makes sense as it was aluminium that benefited from the firmer oil last week. |
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View the May 27 Leadership Update »
- Decision in Legal Challenge to Memphis Tag & Hold Law Expected by June 4
- ISRI Room Block for June Board and Committee Meetings Extended to May 30
- ISRI Leadership Team for 2008-2010 Announced
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Friday Report: May 23, 2008
Overall we expect choppy trading to remain in force and this is especially so today with a long weekend in the US for Memorial Day and in the UK for the Spring Bank Holiday (LME closed on Monday). For the moment while there is an absence of supply disruptions changes in the economic growth outlook are likely to be all important and therefore expect the market to watch economic data closely. |
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Monday Report: May 19, 2008
Monday's LME is still sorting through the implications of potential lost production due to last week's earthquake in China while also reconciling the latest LME inventory increases and the weaker dollar...Comex copper expected to open lower this a.m. |
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Friday Report: May 16, 2008
The metals pushed higher on Thursday which went a long way to offset the recent bouts of weakness, however prices are not out of the danger zone and there still seems to be a cap on prices which on copper is above $8,300, aluminium above $3,000 and zinc above $2,300. Only tin is cap free, while lead and nickel are more interested in securing their floors. |
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Monday Report: May 12, 2008
Monday's LME is showing slightly higher prices along with a firmer dollar...traders, however, question whether copper's early gains will hold in the absence of Chinese buying...crude oil is also weaker early. |
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ISRI Focus: May 2008
- Washington Site of Governance Meetings, Fly-in June 24-27
- ISRI 2008 Convention Sets New Record for Attendance
- News: Industry Wins Fresno Theft Case. China Releases New List of Renewed Licenses for Exporters. Goldstein, Wakesberg Receive 2008 Lifetime Achievement Awards. ISRI Board Elects
Officers and More at Convention Meetings. Norcross Succeeds
Ross at Scrap Magazine
- Safety: Buy the Numbers
- Convention photos.
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View the May 12 Leadership Update »
 - Be Part of the ISRI Leadership Team …Sign up for a Committee!
- Four New Recommended Industry Safety Practices (RISPs) Adopted and Available
- Please Join Us in Washington DC June 24-27 for ISRI’s Summer Board & Committee Meetings and 3rd Annual Fly-In (June 24th/25th)
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RISP: Roll Off Containers
Roll off containers pose a unique risk of serious injury if proper precautions are not taken while they are being opened. The weight inside the container can exert enormous force against all sides of the container, including the doors in the rear. When the latch on the doors is released, that pressure can cause the door panel to fly open with enough force to cause serious injury. |
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RISP: Pulleys, Shafts, Flywheels & Belts
Pulley, shafts, flywheels and belts pose a wide range of potential risks during normal operation, both to the equipment operator and to others nearby. Severe, even fatal, injury is likely when a person comes in contact with any of these moving parts. |
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RISP: Conveyors
Conveyors pose a wide range of potential risks during normal operation, both to the operator of the equipment it serves and to others nearby. Severe, even fatal, injury is likely when a person comes in contact with any of a conveyor's moving parts. |
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RISP: New Employee Training
It's no surprise that a disproportionate number of accidents and injuries involve workers who have been on the job for a relatively short period of time. The law and common sense both madate that every employee be educated on the presence of hazards in the workplace, and on the means to mitigate those hazards before they are exposed to them. |
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View the May 5 Leadership Update »
- ISRI Testifies Before the US Congress on Electronics Recycling
- ISRI Working with Federal Maritime Commission on Ocean Shipping Challenges
- Unlimited SREA Reasonable Care Compliance Reports Free to all Members!
- ISRI Addresses IPANA Annual Meeting
- State Legislative Tracking Reports Accessible Online for all ISRI Members
- Railroad Antitrust Legislation Passes House Judiciary Committee
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Friday Report: April 25, 2008
At mid-day today (Friday) the LME is lower, mostly reflecting a firmer dollar (it's at a one-month high)... London gold was last indicated @ $886/$887 – it traded to a 3-week low earlier...in New York, Comex copper is expected to open lower, ignoring the latest drawdown in stocks and the Codelco strike – now in its ninth day...yesterday, the May contract closed down 2.9 cents @ $3.8750...this morning we'll see what consumers thought of April via the University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index ...the guess is for a reading of 63.2, down from March's 69.5... |
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View the April 23 Leadership Update »
- Industry Wins Fresno Materials Theft Case
- Additional Room Block Secured for ISRI Safety Council Meeting
- ISRI Explains Scrap Industry Role in Lead-Free Products
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Friday Report: April 18, 2008
This morning, the LME is drifting a bit...copper was lower but traders see it well supported due to the strike at Codelco (yesterday, LME 3-months copper hit a record ($8,880/mt)...London gold was last indicated @ $931.90/$932.60 – that's down a bit and the dollar is a little stronger...in New York, Comex copper is expected to open weaker...yesterday, the May contract settled lower @ $3.9120, succumbing to profit taking, but not before trading to a fresh high ($4.0495.) Yep, quite a week for the red metal. |
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ISRI Focus: April 2008
- 2008 Convention Largest in ISRI's 20-Year History
- ISRI Launches Campaign To Build Industry Image
- Elections to be Held at Convention
- Macon Iron Announces Winners of Annual Sculpture Contest
- ISRI's Twentieth Anniversary: Reflecting On The Past, Looking to the Future
- Safety: Combustible Dust Explosions
- News: OSHA Identifies Combustible Dust as Potential Hazard. ISRI Requests Revision To EPA Appliance Recycling Brochure. ISRI Submits Comments to Congressional E-Recycling Workgroup. Identity Card Becomes
Mandatory Sept. 25. 2008-2010 Governance Meeting Schedule Announced. Gulf Coast Summer ISRI Chapter Presidents Convention June 19-21. Safety Council Meeting May 13-15 in St. Louis.
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April 7, 2008
- Industry Wins Fresno Materials Theft Case
- Additional Room Block Secured for ISRI Safety Council Meeting
- ISRI Explains Scrap Industry Role in Lead-Free Products
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View the April 1 Leadership Update »
- China Releases New List of Renewed Licenses for Exporters
- Updated List of Staff Resources Posted on ISRI Website
- New Information on ISRI’s Website Regarding OSHA Focus on Combustible Dust
- Agenda for May ISRI Safety Council Meeting Now Available
- 2008 ISRI Convention and Exposition Breaks All Records (even before it opens!)
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Friday Report: March 28, 2008
This morning, the LME is steady at mid-day with copper and nickel setting the tone...London gold was last indicated @ $944/$945 – that's a bit lower with credit given to today's firmer dollar...same with silver...platinum, however, is firmer...Comex copper is expected to open on the plus side this a.m. Yesterday, the May contract ended @ $3.8730, up almost 15 cents on the day... |
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2008 ISRI Convention and Exposition Breaks All Records
The upcoming 2008 ISRI Convention and Exposition is now officially the largest convention in ISRI history, according to Chuck Carr, ISRI's Vice President for Member Services, Meetings and Marketing. The industry's largest convention and tradeshow is set to be held in Las Vegas April 6-10, 2008. |
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See the March 11 Leadership Update »
- China Issues New Lists: Allowed, Restricted, and Prohibited Scrap Materials
- India Reduces Import Duties on Scrap
- Line-Up for ISRI Convention Spotlight Sessions Announced
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View the March 4 Leadership Update »
- ISRI Participates in Celebration Marking One Millionth Mercury Auto Switch Collection Milestone
- Congressman Bob Inglis Visits CRG Yard in Spartanburg South Carolina
- Conversion: The Civil (?) Side of Metals Theft
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Friday Report: Feb. 29, 2008
It's Friday morning and the LME is off a bit from late-Thursday...nickel, however, continues to firm (it traded at a three-month high)...London gold was last indicated @ $968/$969 – it's firm...and in New York this morning, Comex copper is expected to open two cents lower... yesterday, the May contract closed up @ $3.8780, with a high of $3.9105...April crude oil finished at a record $102.59...and speaking of oil, we note that Barclays Capital is now forecasting crude to average $97.70/ bbl this year, that's up from an earlier forecast of $87.40...last year's average, by the way, was figured @ $72.30...so far this year, crude oil is up some 15%... |
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View the February 25 Leadership Update »
- ISRI Launches New Safety Transportation Program
- ISRI Meets with SMA to Discuss Common Issues and Efforts
- Four States to Test Safety Oversight Process for Commercial Vehicles
- Railroad Legislation Heats Up
- RISE – Recycling Investment Saves Energy – Act is Introduced in the House
- Electronics Recycling Summit® Presented in Conjunction with ISRI 2008 Convention
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ISRI Focus: February 2008
- Morecraft, Buckingham To Address General Sessions
- Industry Succeeds in Combating Theft
- Natl. Crime Prevention Council Features Success in Georgia
- Governance Meetings Schedule
- Membership Profile Report Forms for Directory Due Feb. 29
- PSI Chapter Offers $1000 Scholarships
- Safety: A Peek at the Future
- News: State Monitoring Program Gears Up for 2008. Rail Shippers Lose Lead Republican Sponsor and Caucus Member. SREA Reports Now Free to Members. NASCO-OP Declares 2007 Dividend. ISRI Meets with Hill Staff on Electronics Recycling Bill. ISRI Participates in International Electronics Recycling Congress. Energy Bill Signed Into Law. Reynolds Joins Staff. ISRI Lends Its Voice to Court as Amicus in Fresno Lawsuit. ISRI Member Featured on Discovery Channel. AQSIQ Approves 83 Percent of Renewal Applications Submitted. ISRI Shipping Program Offers Member Savings.
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Friday Report: Feb. 22, 2008
This morning, the LME has scaled back some on profit taking...precious metals were mixed: London gold was last indicated @ $945.70/$946.50...platinum was trading at $2,145/$2,155 – it hit a record high of $2,192 earlier...in New York this a.m., Comex copper is expected to open several cents lower...yesterday, the May contract closed @ $3.8220, up more than 10 cents on the day with prices visiting a level last seen at end-May 2006 (!) What a week... |
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Friday Report: Feb. 15, 2008
This morning (Friday) the LME was mostly higher (ex-nickel and tin)...aluminum continues to draw strength from fears of reduced supply owing to power shortages in South Africa and China...prices were holding above the $2,800 level at mid-day...South Africa's state utility is considering a complete power supply buy-back from both of the country's aluminum smelters plus one in Mozambique for the balance of 2008, which could remove around 1.5 mmt of aluminum from the global market...zinc, meanwhile, continues to feel the weight of deliveries into LME warehouses... |
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Monday Report: Feb. 11, 2008
LME base and precious metals were all trading higher at mid-day...3-mos. LME copper, benefiting from lower inventories and last week's upward momentum, traded to a 3 1/2-month high...lead was also firm, trading above $3,000/mt...in the precious metals arena, platinum hit a record $1,915/oz...London gold was also firmer, last indicated @ $923.90/$924.80... |
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View the February 11 Leadership Update »
- ISRI Members Sue City of Memphis/State of Tennessee Over Tag & Hold Law
- Economic Stimulus Bill Sent to the President
- AISI Looking for 5 Shredders to Volunteer
- Next ISRI Safety Council Meeting—May 13-15
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Friday Report: Feb. 8, 2008
This morning (Friday) the LME was higher all around at the opening...copper stocks fell again and are down some 16% since end-December '07...traders expect to see Comex copper open slightly higher this morning...yesterday, the March contract closed @ $3.4540, adding an eye-opening 14 ½ cents on the day... |
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Monday Report: Feb. 4, 2008
This morning's LME supported by on-going supply-side worries and stock drawdowns...platinum continues to set records, hitting $1,789/t.o. earlier...palladium at a six year high...gold seeing some profit taking...in New York this a.m., traders look for Comex copper to open higher. Last Friday, March copper settled 2 1/2 cents lower @ $3.2730... |
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ISRI Leadership Update: February 4, 2008
- Remember to Post Your OSHA 300 Form
- 2008 Electronics Recycling SUMMIT® to be held at 2008 Convention & Exposition
- Beware of Scammers – Know your Customers
- Railroads Face Increasing Pressure to Remove Long Standing Antitrust Protections
- New ISRI Convention Hotel Block Now Available
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Friday Report: Feb. 1, 2008
This morning, LME copper at mid-day has backed off a little but remains supported by power shortages, stock drawdowns, and a weaker dollar...the rest of the complex is steady...aluminum traded at a six-month high...London gold was last indicated @ $933.35/$934.05, hitting a fresh record of $934.70 earlier...platinum also set a fresh record ($1,744)...silver at a 27-year high...palladium at a fresh 20-month high...in New York this morning, Comex copper is expected to open on the plus side...yesterday, the March contract added 7.15 cents, closing @ $3.2980. |
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The Macon–Middle Georgia Metal Theft Committee
The Macon–Middle Georgia Metal Theft Committee is a regional, cooperative group of many entities affected by the problems associated with metal theft crimes in central Georgia, including recyclers, law enforcement, and affected industries. Since the creation of the committee, reported metal theft crimes within the city of Macon fell to only 9 incidents in October 2007 from a peak of 84 incidents in December 2006. |
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Monday Report: Jan. 28, 2008
Monday's LME activity termed "subdued" with most metals lower (ex-tin)...credit profit taking ahead of this week's Fed meeting...precious metals firmer in comparison on expectations of a rate cut by the Fed on Tuesday...London gold last indicated @ $916/$917...in New York this morning, Comex copper is expected to open several cents lower... |
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Friday Report: Jan. 25, 2008
It's Friday morning and the LME is firm...copper has gotten much needed support from buyers who see inventories continuing to fall (now at 2 ½ month lows,) increased cancelled warrants, and the backwardation (but not today)...there's that, and the knee-jerk response to the stimulus packaged agreed to by the Bush Administration valued at more than $150 billion worth of rebates and business tax cuts...London gold was last indicated at either side of $920, trading at historic highs...precious metals strength tied to more stable equity markets and a weaker dollar...platinum also reflecting power problems at South African mines...in New York, Comex copper is expected to open several cents higher...yesterday, the March contract closed @ $3.1715, up 9.95 cents on the day... |
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January 25, 2008
- President's Stimulus Package Includes 50% Bonus Deduction for New Equipment
- ISRI Meets with Capitol Hill Staff on Federal Electronics Recycling Bill
- ISRI Participates at the International Electronics Recycling Congress in Europe
- ISRI Lends Its Voice to Court as Amicus in Fresno Lawsuit
- What do Beer and Milk Have in Common?
- Scrap Industry Success in Combating Material Theft
- 2008 ISRI Convention's Record-Breaking Exhibit Hall is SOLD OUT!
- Hotel Rooms for the 2008 ISRI Convention and Exposition Close to Selling Out
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ISRI's 2008 Convention and Exposition Exhibition Hall Sold Out
Largest expo in ISRI history; 2009 sales begin in March
Exhibit space at the 2008 ISRI Convention and Exposition is sold out, breaking records for both the amount of exhibit hall space and number of exhibitors. The ISRI convention runs April 6-10 with the Exposition, the largest scrap
recycling industry trade show and exposition, set for April 8 and 9 at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, Las Vegas. |
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Friday Report: Jan. 18, 2008
This morning (Friday) most LME metals are a little firmer – maybe nothing more than a relief rally following yesterday's lower close all around...copper also benefiting from the latest drop in stocks (-2,325 mt) while zinc was lower as inventories continued to rise (+15,325 tons since end-December.) London gold was last indicated at $874.70 - $875.40 and said to be "consolidating" – on Monday spot gold traded @ $914...and in New York this morning, traders expect Comex copper to open on the plus side...yesterday, the March contract finished 95 points higher, closing @ $3.1820. |
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ISRI Focus: January 2008
- Celebrate ISRI's First 20 Years, Explore the 'Nexxt' 20 Years
- Register, Make Hotel Reservations Online for 2008 ISRI Convention
- ISRI Advances Design for Recycling® With Tire Manufacturers, Wal-Mart
- Ninth Circuit Decides Superfund Case
- 2008 Calendar Mailed
- Transportation Bill Aids Rail Shippers
- Senate Climate Change Legislation Recognizes Role of Recycling
- ISRI Safety Distributes New Radiation Posters
- L.A., Long Beach Impose Cargo Fees
- Safety: Stay Home
- ISRI Climate Change Group Works Toward Comprehensive Strategy Proposal
- EPA Releases Final EAF Rule Containing Requirements for Inbound Scrap
- ISRI Staff Presents at Capacity Building Workshop in Tijuana
- Membership Profile Report Due Feb. 29
- 2008 ISRI Convention Exhibitors
- ISRI Member Assists Police in Recovery of Stolen Wheelchair
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Monday Report: Jan. 14, 2008
Mid-day LME sentiment was being influenced by the weaker dollar and higher prices for gold, platinum, and silver...spot gold was last @ $914...traders look for Comex copper to open higher this a.m. |
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Friday Report: Jan. 11, 2008
This morning (Friday) the LME was mixed but mostly lower at mid-day...3-months copper was up a bit...zinc and nickel continued to lose ground...London spot gold traded up to $898 – a record high...same with platinum @ $1,564...silver was at a 27-year high of $16.29...and in New York this morning, Comex copper is expected to open slightly lower...yesterday, the March contract closed a tad lower @ $3.2815... |
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Friday Report: Dec. 28, 2007
This morning, the LME is mixed in light trading...copper, however, is looking vulnerable based on uncertain consumption prospects following yesterday's weaker-than-expected domestic durable orders for November...London gold was firmer, hitting a one-month high...gold was last indicated at $832.05/$832.75...platinum termed "flat," trading below yesterday's record high...in New York, Comex copper is expected to open several cents lower...yesterday, the March contract gave back 3.8 cents... |
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Monday Report: Dec. 24, 2007
The ISRI Broadsheet is a monthly publication created to highlight information of particular use to the scrap recycling industry. It is designed to provide a closer look at a number of commodity-price and industry-related indicators. Readers will get a snapshot of how the scrap markets and the economy have been doing over the last 12 months in particular, and five years in general. |
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Friday Report: Dec. 21, 2007
After yesterday's mixed performance, this morning's (Friday) LME looks steadier and said to be reflecting overnight copper and zinc short squeezes on the Shanghai market (?) Copper looks surprisingly strong despite another inventory increase (2,650 tons)...all metals trading above last night's close...London gold was last indicated @ $802.70/$803.50...platinum steady @ $1,512/$1,516...and in New York this morning, Comex copper is expected to open several cents higher... yesterday, March Comex copper closed @ $2.955, up 75 points on the day... |
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Registration for ISRI's 2008 Convention and Expo Now Open
Registration is now open for the 2008 Convention and Exposition of the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries, Inc. (ISRI), the biggest
scrap recycling industry event in the world. The show takes place April 6-10 at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Convention Center, Las Vegas. |
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ISRI Focus: December 2007
- Malcolm Gladwell to Keynote 2008 Convention
- Citizenship and Immigration Issues New Form I-9 The Department of Homeland
- Membership Renewal Deadline Jan. 15
- Record Attendance at Safety Council Meeting in St. Louis
- Phoenix Rises
- Ohio Congressman Introduces Statement into Congressional Record Citing Important Role of Industry
- ISRI Meets with Commerce Official
- Nominees Announced for 2008 Elections
- Safety: To Pay or Not To Pay
- AQSIQ Update
- PSI Chapter Elects Officers, Honors Simon
- Staples Offers Members Savings, Convenience
- Gulf Coast Chapter Offers OSHA, Metals ID Training Seminars
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Friday (Thursday) Report: Dec. 13, 2007
The LME is off to a slower and lower start this morning (Thursday) with 3-mos. copper trading below $3.00...the rest of the complex has followed suit with players citing "technical selling" – that, and the fact that few want to take significant fresh long positions as 2007 winds down...London gold was last indicated @ $808.85/$809.55 --- that's off a bit and traced to profit taking and a slightly firmer dollar...Comex copper is expected to open several cents lower... |
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Two Thefts Reported in Akron, Ohio
ISRI has learned of the reported theft of 570 pounds of copper and a large amount of tooling parts in two separate incidents in Akron, Ohio. |
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Houston Police Seek Info in Two Cases
Police in Houston, Texas, seek information today about two cases, one with materials reported stolen, and another in which suspcicious looking material showed up at a facility. |
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Monday Report: Dec. 10, 2007
This morning's LME was trading modestly lower and range bound ahead of tomorrow's decision on interest rates...lead, however, looking weakest at fresh five-month lows...London gold above $800... |
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Friday Report: Dec. 7, 2007
This morning (Friday) the LME is basically marking time, awaiting fresh news...lead, however, continues to sink while the rest of the complex ticks slightly higher...London gold was last indicated at $801.50/$902.20...silver was up and platinum was lower...Comex copper is expected to open several cents higher this morning ...yesterday, the March contract ended up 85 points @ $3.0485... |
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ISRI Applauds Senate Committee for Passing Recycling
Sen. Tom Carper's (D-Del.) recycling amendment reveals unspoken "secret"
that recycling is integral to fighting greenhouse gas emissions.
A secret no more, recycling was acknowledged today for its
contribution to fighting climate change by the United States Senate committee drafting the historic climate change bill, S. 2191, according to ISRI President Robin Wiener. |
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Monday Report: Dec. 3, 2007
This week started off a bit sluggish with the LME mostly mixed early Monday...London gold was also softer as traders looked at a firmer dollar...Comex copper was expected to open several cents lower... |
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Friday Report: Nov. 30, 2007
After Thursday's mostly positive close – nickel the big exception – this morning's LME was firmer, other than nickel...copper added more ground, building off yesterday's gains credited to declines in Chinese warehouse inventories...London gold was last indicated @ $795.30/$796.00 and termed "steady"...Comex copper is expected to open several cents higher this morning...yesterday, the March contract settled at a two-week high, adding some 6 cents on the day @ $3.0940... |
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Past Progress and Future Plans
I can't believe I'm entering the final five months of my term as ISRI chair—talk about a time warp. That's why I saw ISRI's October board meeting in Boston as the perfect opportunity to review what the association has accomplished so far during my administration and what I still hope to achieve in the rest of my term. |
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Friday (Wednesday) Report: Nov. 21, 2007
Today (Wednesday) we're seeing further long liquidation with several LME base metals at fresh multi-month lows...the weaker dollar no help...global equities also weaker...London gold traded above $800 early and was last indicated @ $799.50/$800.30...crude oil was also firmer...Comex Dec copper opened several cents lower this morning...
Comex will be closed on Thursday and will close early on Friday...it'll be business as usual on the LME but with modest participation... |
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Monday Report: Nov. 19, 2007
LME base metals were mostly lower early with lead taking the biggest hit...London gold, silver, and platinum were all firmer, same with crude oil...in New York, traders look for Comex copper to open lower...last Friday, the December contract ended up 8.05 cents, or 2.6% @ $3.1615 a lb. |
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Friday Report: Nov. 16, 2007
Winding down the week, this morning's LME again looks weaker following yesterday's sell-off...copper is at a three month low...zinc visiting its March '06 low, and trading under aluminum...tin firmest of the lot...London gold was last indicated at just under $790, pushing towards $800...and in New York, Comex copper is expected to open slightly lower...yesterday, the Dec contract fell an eye-opening 21.55 cents @ $3.081...yipes...so much for earthquakes in Chile...concerns confronting/confounding the base metals complex include (at the very least) the health of the U.S. economy and uncertain global consumption prospects; movements in global equities; crude oil prices; and rising LME inventories... |
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ISRI Focus: November 2007
- Foulke to Address ISRI Safety Council
- ISRI Plays Major Role in Materials Theft Solution
- Theft: It's Not Just Metal Anymore
- Cooperation Brings Success in Macon
- Sadoff Iron & Metal Hosts Dignitaries
- Waterfield, Herod Join ISRI Staff
- ISRI Board Approves Railroad Transportation Policy Statement
- Safety: Emergency Action Planning
- Indian Government Drops Registration Requirements for Overseas Shippers but
Retains Preshipment Inspection System
- Member Cited for Growth
- Boston Hosts Active Fall Governance Meetings
- Do You Need a Safety Program Blueprint?
- Time to Renew Your
Membership for 2008!
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Letter to Sen. Thomas Carper
ISRI thanks Sen. Carper for sponsoring the manufacturing and recycling greenhouse gas emissions offset
amendment to S.2191, America's Climate Security Act of 2007. |
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Friday Report: Nov. 9, 2007
It's Friday morning and the LME is mostly lower (tin the exception,) taking cues from changes in inventories and equity behavior, not the slumping dollar...London gold was last indicated at $835.30/$836.10 – that's up...traders expect Comex copper to open lower – no surprise there...yesterday, the December contract again closed lower @ $3.1985... December crude, meanwhile, also settled lower yesterday @ $95.46...for perspective, this year's crude oil trading low was way, way, way back on January 18th @ $49.90/bbl. |
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Monday Report: Nov. 5, 2007
Monday's LME picked up from last Friday with copper and zinc lower and aluminum trading at a three month high early...a weak start to the new week...London gold lower but still above $800...crude oil also lower...traders see Comex December copper opening a penny lower... |
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Friday Report: Nov. 2, 2007
This morning (Friday) the LME was firmer early but clearly nervous following yesterday's hefty selling that sent copper and zinc to seven and eight week lows respectively...at mid-day, selling was again apparent sending base metals lower...market players seem to be focusing more on inventory movements and the bigger macro picture as opposed to the weaker dollar...London spot gold was last indicated @ $794.20/$794.80 – that's up...and in New York, Comex copper is expected to take its cue from London...yesterday, the December contract got hammered, giving back just over 11 cents and closing @ $3.3625...and is today the day we see $100 crude or pre-weekend profit taking? |
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Monday Report: Oct. 29, 2007
We're a little late this a.m. due to a slow response getting this morning's "Officials." Anyway, today's early LME action centered around the record low dollar and geo-political tensions sending gold, platinum, crude oil, and most base metals higher...Dec Comex copper expected to open on the plus side... |
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Friday (Wednesday) Report: Oct. 17, 2007
At any rate, at mid-day today, LME metals were again weaker across the board with traders citing LME stock inflows and profit taking...anyway, London gold was last termed "steady" trading @ $758.80/$759.60, below Tuesday's 28-year high ($766.60)...platinum also firm but below Monday's record $1,428...as we were e-mailing, December copper was at a multi-week low, down some 5 cents from yesterday's close...crude oil trading above $88... |
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Monday Report: Oct. 15, 2007
Today's LME is off and running with the major metals posting solid gains...traders crediting a weaker dollar and a generally bullish sentiment towards commodities in general...London gold traded at a fresh 28-year high earlier...silver is also firm and platinum hit a record high ($1,427)...crude oil also hitting fresh records in London...traders expect December Comex copper to open on the plus side this morning...a bullish start to the new week... |
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Friday Report: Oct. 12, 2007
This morning (Friday) the LME is mixed with copper and lead experiencing profit taking...aluminum, nickel, zinc, and tin ticked higher...London precious metals were also mixed: gold was last indicated @ $747.60/$748.30, a bit lower, while platinum hit a record $1,409 before easing back...and in New York this morning, Comex December copper is expected to open a penny or so lower...yesterday, the active contract closed 2 ½ cents lower @ $3.6690 on light profit taking... |
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ISRI Focus: October 2007
- Commerce Dept. Holds Dialogue on Sustainable Manufacturing
- ISRI Focuses on Challenges and Opportunities of Climate Change
- ISRI Advocates for Innovation and Flexibility With Basel Convention Working Group
- Pittsburgh Chapter Roundtable Examines Nickel, Cobalt, More
- Public Notice ISRI Scrap Specifications
- Shimkus Named House Recycling Caucus Cochair
- In Memoriam Melvin Gordon
- Safety: No Whine Before Its Time
- ISRI's New Membership Directory 'In the Mail'
- Wiener Speaks at AMM China Summit
- Ocala Recycling Staff Instrumental In Arrest of Suspected Thieves
- ISRI's Annual Tire, Commodities Programs Honor Leader, Learn from
Industry Experts
Bodner Takes to the Air To Promote Recycling
- ISRI Safety Council To Meet in St. Louis
- Members Host Charity Golf Tournament
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Monday Report: Oct. 8, 2007
Monday's LME was characterized by "price drift" early due in part to today's Holidays in North America, Japan, the distractions associated with LME Week, and a slightly firmer dollar...3-months copper eased below the $8,000 level...Comex copper traders are anticipating a weak opening... |
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Friday Report: Oct. 5, 2007
Friday morning's LME trading activity was termed "thin" but generally firm...copper is up from late yesterday and lead continues to post fresh record highs...nickel, however, was lagging the rest of the major metals...London precious metals steady...gold was last indicated @ $736.10/$736.90...and in New York this morning, December Comex copper is expected to open slightly lower...yesterday, the active contract gave back 255 points @ $3.7380... |
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Monday Report: Oct. 1, 2007
This morning we're off to slower start on the LME attributed in part to China celebrating National Day this week...copper and tin firmer...London gold slightly lower at mid-day...Comex December copper expected to open on the plus side... |
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Theft Alert Leads to Material Recovery
A wire manufacturer in Colorado reported the theft of wire spools to the Theft Alert system and a cashier at a nearby scrap facility recognized the stolen materials. |
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ISRI Member Stalls Suspected Thief
An ISRI member in the Pacific Northwest tried to stall a suspect by parking a forklift behind a vehicle that was on a watch-list for a recent aluminum theft and pretending the lift had broken down. |
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ISRI Member Info Leads to Arrest
ISRI Member Buckman Iron & Metal provided key information to local police that led to the arrest of a man suspected of stealing $100,000 worth of stainless steel. |
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Police Recognize Sims Metal's Efforts
An employee of Sims Metals in Rancho Cordova, Calif., was recognized by the UC Davis Police Department for reporting stolen University property that came into his facility. |
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Metals Theft FAQ
ISRI's Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) file helps answer questions that scrap recyclers often face when addressing metals theft. |
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Friday Report: Sept. 28, 2007
This morning (Friday) the LME is off to a mixed start...3-mos. copper is looking to maintain a hold on $8,000/mt, balancing the effects of a supportive weaker dollar against some of the less than supportive macro influences that we're seeing...London gold, meanwhile, was last indicated @ $737.90/$738.78 – it hit a fresh 28-year high earlier...platinum was last indicated at a 10-month high...silver, palladium, and crude oil all higher...and in New York this a.m., Comex December copper is expected to open on the plus side...yesterday, the contract closed @ $ 3.6480/lb, up 3.4 cents—a 10-week high ... |
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I.D. Required
| One effective way to fight theft is for recycling processors to require photo identification for all transactions. Make sure your policy is clear with this colorful sign, which you can have printed to your specifications. Note: The link does not go directly to the file, but to a Web site that will allow its download. Download » | |  |
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Monday Report: Sept. 24, 2007
The LME was mostly off to a firm start early Monday, buoyed by the weaker dollar...lead neared its all-time high while aluminum continues to lag the rest of the complex...in New York, Comex December copper is expected to open on the plus side this a.m. |
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Letter to the Editor: The Times-Picayune (New Orleans)
Editor: The scrap industry, which you are so quick to vilify in your 9/11 editorial "Squeezing the Scrap Market," is the same scrap industry that was essential to citizens needing to remove tons of debris from the streets of New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina... |
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Monday Report: Sept. 17, 2007
Last week was lackluster at best with metal market participants thinking more about the larger economic picture, or gold, or crude oil, or the goings on in the U.S. financial sector, or what the Fed will do when it meets this week...last Friday's LME ended mixed but most posted gains for the full week—aluminum the exception...on Wall Street, stocks improved, probably in anticipation of an interest rate cut from the Fed next Tuesday. |
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Friday Report: Sept. 14, 2007
Following yesterday's strong finish, this morning's LME lacks conviction in either direction as traders await the latest U.S. macro indicators...only nickel trading above Thursday's close...London gold was last indicated @ $706/$706.80 -- that's off a bit...and in New York, this morning, December Comex copper is expected to open 2+ cents lower...yesterday, the contract closed @ $3.3965, up 3.7 cents on the day... |
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Sepember 2007: Powered Industrial Trucks
Objectives: To discuss the dangers of powered industrial trucks (PITs), mainly forklifts. To discuss management's responsibilities in preventing PIT mishaps. To discuss operators' responsibilities in operating a PIT safely. |
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Monday Report: Sept. 10, 2007
Today, LME copper is moving tentatively higher, helped along by the weaker dollar...aluminum, nickel, lead and zinc, however, are trending lower...traders look for Comex December copper to open lower... |
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ISRI Focus: September 2007
- State Legislative Trend Analysis Now Available
- Task Force to Address Industry Image
- Registration Underway for Fall Governance Meetings
- PSI Chapter to Elect Officers at Fall Meeting
- Fall Governance Meetings Schedule
- ISRI and D.C. YMCA Partner To Educate Area Children About Recycling
- ISRI Offers Regional Safety Training
- ISRI Initiates Dialogue On Tire Issues with Virginia Regulators
- Public Notice ISRI Scrap Specifications
- A Lot Can Happen in Only an Instant
- U.S. Dept. of Commerce Planning Vietnam Business Development Mission Nov. 4-8
- 2008 Operations Forum Moves to September
- Changes Made in RecycleGuard Program
- EU Waste Regulations Update
- ISRI Challenges SRI on Steel Recycling Rates
- ISRI Safety Council Meets in St. Louis
- Scrap Buyers Guide Now Available Online
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Friday Report: Sept. 7, 2007
At mid-week, metals were again softer, reacting in part to the latest news on housing: the National Association of Realtors said that July pending sales of existing homes fell by a surprisingly large 12.2%—the lowest reading since September 2001...most traders, however, see the base metals complex as mostly "range bound" and not poised to move dramatically in either direction— at least for now... |
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2008 Operations Forum Moves to September
ISRI's Operations Forum, which has been held in
January in previous years, is being moved for 2008
to September.
The location and other details will be announced
as soon as plans for the forum have been finalized.
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Overseas Containers Reported Stolen in California
ISRI has learned of the reported theft of two overseas containers bearing nine bales of copper wire ranging in weigh from 3,700 to 4,700 pounds.
were stolen from G. Harris Int'l. in Wilmington, California. The theft took place over the Labor Day weekend. Pictures attached. |
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Friday Report: August 31, 2007
This morning, the LME is off to a positive start with all metals above late-Thursday's close...precious metals were also firmer early and the dollar was weaker...London gold was last indicated @ $669.50/$670.30...in New York, traders are looking for Comex December copper to open several cents higher....yesterday, the December contract closed modestly higher @ $3.3480... |
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ISRI Participates in Annual Mercury Switch Meeting
 ISRI participated in the National Voluntary Mercury Switch Removal Program (NVMSRP) annual meeting in Ann Arbor, Mich. last week. Participants included ISRI, the dismantlers (ARA), the Environmental Protection Agency, state representatives (ECOS), steel manufacturers (AISI & SMA), the automotive alliance (ELVS) and the
environmental community (the Ecology Center). Participants gathered to mark the highlights of 2007 and to discuss collaborative steps needed to
make the program more sustainable for 2008. Results of the first year will be published in the 2007 NVMSRP Annual Report, which will be made available to the general public. For more information about the meeting or how to
participate in the NVMSRP, contact Eric Harris, 202/662-8514, ericharrris@isri.org. |
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Friday Report: August 24, 2007
This morning (Friday) the LME is softer with less confident market participants again talking about a more cautious attitude towards risk in the financial arena...consequently, metals were mostly lower early – lead being the exception, overtaking zinc, in fact (we haven't seen that since 1980!)...London gold was also unsettled, trading @ $659.70/$660.30 and behaving much like other assets as opposed to its more traditional role as a "safe haven" in times of financial worry...Wall Street activity will be closely watched today... |
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Friday Report: August 3, 2007
Friday morning finds LME 3-mos nickel at lows last seen this past November on deteriorating fundamentals (rising LME inventories and very uncertain stainless steel demand) and Fund liquidation...copper a bit weaker as stocks posted an increase, offsetting the on-going strike at Cananea...lead and tin firmer...aluminum little changed from yesterday's late close...London gold was last indicated @ $665.30/$665.90 and termed "firmer" as some traders see signs of stability in equity markets...Comex Sept copper is expected to open little changed...yesterday, the contract closed 120 points lower @ $3.5730... |
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Friday Report: July 27, 2007
And now it's Friday morning and the LME is mostly a bit lower in early nervous trading (aluminum and tin the exception)...London gold was last indicated @ $662.60/$663.20... traders expect Sept Comex copper to open slightly lower...yesterday, the contract closed @ $3.5225, down 3.3 cents...and Wall Street today? Given what we saw yesterday, it could be another very interesting trading day...some, however, characterized yesterday as "typical summer action in a bull market." Let's hope so... |
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Monday Report: August 6, 2007
Monday's LME is off to a tentative start with copper and nickel trading near recent multi-week/multi-month lows...the rest of the base metals are mixed...market confidence has sure ebbed in the last week or so... |
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ISRI Focus: August 2007
- ISRI Meets with Congressional Electronics Working Group
- Boston Site of ISRI Governance Meetings Oct. 17-20
- Recycling Caucus Continues to Grow
- Registration Underway for ISRI Tire, Commodities Seminars
- New Orleans Area High Schools to Benefit from ISRI's $40K Donation
- Pittsburgh Chapter Hosts Nickel/Stainless Roundtable Sept. 6
- Safety: One Minute to Live
- RIOS Preparing for Certification
- Specs Revisions to be Submitted in October
- ISRI Offers Shipping Programs for Members
- ISRI Safety Council Sets Meeting Dates
- Full Member Benefits For Half the Price!
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10,000 Lbs Of Cable Reported Stolen In Greensboro, NC
ISRI has learned of a reported theft of approximately 5,000 pounds of underground cable, probably single conductor with heavy insulation, and 5,000 pounds of power cable. The cable was reported stolen from two different locations in Greensboro and is likely to be cut up into smaller lots. |
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Copper Plate Reported Stolen In Chaska, MN
ISRI has learned of a reported theft of 22 sheets of copper plate 36" x 96" .093 thick weighing 2028 lbs. from Data Metalcraft, Inc located at 4280 Norex Drive, Chaska, MN 55318 on August 6, 2007 |
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Safety
ISRI's "Scrap Recycling Industry Facts," the annual statistical overview of the scrap recycling industry, has recently been updated with 2008 statistics provided by various government agencies.
Clinton called for transforming the way the United States produces and consumes energy, a change that could dramatically benefit the scrap recycling industry.
Here are a few tips that can help make your convention attendance even more successful...