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    Cobra Collapsible Container: Heavy Duty Space Saver

    Need to ship and store more containers in less space?

    When container shipping and storage space is critical, the Cobra Collapsible is the answer.

    The Cobra collapses in seconds, stacks high for storage and shipment, and replaceable steel corner hit plates and runners make it especially suitable for the rough and tumble world of commercial recycling.

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    Stock Container Slowing You Down? A Custom Container May be the Answer

    The majority of the time, stock containers will work. They ship efficiently and can solve the challenges of bulk material. However, there are situations where the standard container sizes won’t work.

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    The Impact of Commercial Recycling In the U.S. and International Economies

    I don’t think most people really have appreciation for the role commercial recycling plays in the United States and international economies.

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    Finding Products for Customers vs. Customers for Products

    We’ve been working on a quick statement to communicate what makes us different from other container suppliers.

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    Getting the Most From Your Vendor Relationships

    So, you’ve sent an email asking a vendor to provide a quote. You’ve done some basic research and told them what you want to be quoted for. Your part’s done for now. Or is it? With just a little bit of guidance, a strong, professional vendor relationship can be a fantastic resource for your business. After all, who would know more about what’s available and the most effective ways to get the job done?

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    Aren’t All Reusable Scrap Recycling Containers the Same?

    Prices for reusable scrap recycling containers with similar sizes and volume capacities can be all over the map. Why? Isn’t one container as good as another?

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    Guide to Choosing a Container Supplier

    Chances are you’re on the lookout for the most effective tools to help you manage and grow your business. The best container suppliers can do more than provide products at competitive prices. They’re professional resources who can help recycling businesses accomplish their goals.

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    Using gaylords? Cut container costs 50%!

    If you’re using gaylords you can achieve dramatic savings by moving to reusable containers.

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    Are You Shipping More Air Than Material?

    Standard mobile recycling carts have been industry stalwarts for years, but there’s one problem they just can’t solve:

    With a typical Meese style cart, about 34 carts with a load capacity of 500 lbs can ship on the floor of a 53’ trailer. Couple that with low material weight capacities, and you’re shipping a lot of air - even when the carts are full.

    What if you could easily double your material payloads per truck?

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    Choosing Industrial & Commercial Recycling and Waste Containers

    There are substantial differences in quality and expected service life with scrap recycling containers as there are with most manufactured products. Better containers usually include these features:

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