3,000 Tons of Scrap Metal Recycled

Universal Wrecking recently completed a project that required the recycling of various types of scrap material. Prior to starting the project, estimators visited the site and performed take-offs for the client of each type of scrap material that needed to be processed and shipped for recycling. When performing scrap metal recycling projects the material has many classifications / categories. Examples of different types of steel are listed below:

Steel Scrap Metal (Ferrous)

    Light Iron
    Heavy Iron
    #1 Prepared
    #1 Unprepared
    #1 Shredder
    Plate and Structural
    Heavy Melt

Non-Ferrous Scrap Metal

    #1 Copper
    #2 Copper
    Light Copper
    Brass
    304 / 316 Stainless Steel
    Al Clean
    Al Dirty/Irony

After performing the site visit and take-offs (an industry term for estimating timeframes and quantities for a project) we were able to provide the customer with a detailed comprehensive estimate. The estimate listed and identified what the scrap value would be for the project based on the current market at that time and how it could offset the cost to perform the work. Based on the provided information the customer decided to proceed with the work.

UWC mobilized various machines to perform the work consisting of a Cat 345 Excavator equipped with a Labounty R100 Shear, Cat 350 Excavator equipped with a Labounty 3500R Shear, Cat 330 Excavator equipped with interchangeable attachments including a grapple, 2500R Shear and magnet to be utilized for final cleanup of processed steel. All material was processed, loaded, weighed and shipped to nearby recycling facilities.

The project resulted in a total of approx. 3,000 tons of various scrap material being recycled.

The combination of the equipment mobilized and Universal Wrecking’s experience trained crews allowed for the project to be performed safely, efficiently and completed ahead of schedule. The customer was very satisfied with the performance of the project.

If you are in the need of scrap metal recycling services please do not hesitate to contact Universal Wrecking. With our experience staff of estimators and workers in the field we can provide a complete turn-key package for your company.

About Us:

Universal Wrecking Corp. is a full service industrial and commercial demolition, wrecking and scrap metal recycling company servicing the Continental United States for over 20 years. We provide a turnkey demolition service that includes conventional mechanical wrecking methods, controlled implosions, dismantling, equipment salvage, scrap recycling and disposal coupled with asbestos abatement, environmental remediation and site work preparation for new construction.

Universal Wrecking Corp. - Corporate Main Office
170 Double Trouble Road
Bayville, NJ 08721
Phone: (866) 585-3198
Fax: (877)-598-8645
Web: http://www.universalwrecking.com

Consulting / Budgetary Estimating Services

Being experts in building demolition and scrap metal recycling throughout the US, we have the experienced and safety trained personnel, demolition and recycling equipment, and the technical expertise to handle standard or very technical wrecking and rigging projects.

Utilizing the above knowledge of the industry, allows the UWC staff to provide its customers with excellent consulting / budgetary estimating services when needed. Many customers require consulting services for direction on means and methods to perform specific work, and budgetary estimates to receive approval to proceed with the work. The budgetary estimate allows a customer to see what the expected costs will be, and to ensure that the scope of work is complete and covers all tasks necessary for the project to be completed.  

Scope of Work for Consultant / Budgetary Estimate work consists of the following tasks at a minimum:

Conduct a site visit to take measurements, photos, videos, etc. to compile necessary information for estimate.

Review existing documents, pictures, websites etc.

Develop a budgetary engineering cost estimate

Itemize costs by work task, examples of different tasks that can be associated with projects:

• Total Building Demolition 
• Interior Demolition 
• Tank Demolition 
• Rigging Work 
• Disposal Costs 
• Trucking 
• Asbestos / Environmental Costs 

During a site visit the UWC consultant will look to identify potential equipment assets that can be recovered to offset project costs. With a roster of national strategic vendors it is possible for UWC to provide a turnkey alternative to your plant closure and asset recovery.

Also included in the report will be an itemized break out estimate of scrap proceeds for ferrous / non-ferrous metals.

Once the above information has been compiled Universal Wrecking will finalize the budgetary estimate and submit to the customer a complete report for review. After the initial review UWC will meet with the customer if needed to answer or clarify all questions.

If you are in need of assistance for your upcoming project, whether it be consultant of means and methods or a budgetary proposal do not hesitate to contact Universal Wrecking Corp. Our team of experienced professionals will be able to provide you with a complete turn-key service for all of your needs.  

About Us:

We provide a turnkey demolition service that includes conventional mechanical wrecking methods, controlled implosions, dismantling, equipment salvage, scrap recycling and disposal coupled with asbestos abatement, environmental remediation and site work preparation for new construction.  

Universal Wrecking Corp. - Corporate Main Office
170 Double Trouble Road
Bayville, NJ 08721
Phone: (866) 585-3198
Fax: (877)-598-8645
Web: http://www.universalwrecking.com

MSDS and Chemical Safety

MSDS stands for Material Safety Data Sheet and is a common used document in the industrial construction industry.

MSDS are provided for employees use on each chemical they may come in contact with on a project. There are MSDS on everything from gasoline, to trichloroethylene (TCE), and even to whiteout. The MSDS cover a multitude of topics ranging from physical properties of the chemical to the associated health effects. Some MSDS are better than others, but all provide excellent information on the characteristics of the chemical you may be using.

Always be sure that you are using the latest version of the MSDS, information can change from time to time. Obtain an MSDS for all hazardous materials that are brought on the job site.

How to Read an MSDS: The product is often identified by a chemical name and often a trade name (i.e., polychlorinated biphenyl, PCB).

Section One contains the suppliers information including the name, address, and phone number of the company that makes the chemical, and the date the MSDS was prepared.
Section Two has a listing of the hazardous components and the regulated exposure limits. Sometimes the chemicals components will not be listed if the chemical is a trade secret.
Section Three contains the physical data of the chemical (i.e., vapor pressure, solubility, reactivity, etc.).
Section Four includes the fire and explosion data covering the flash point, lower explosive limit (LEL) and upper explosive limit (UEL).
Section Five involves the reactivity of the chemical. This indicates whether or not the chemical can be mixed with water, air or other chemicals.
Section Six covers the associated health hazards that delivers critical information to help keep you safe.
Section Seven outlines the safe handling procedures; and
Section Eight gives guidance towards controlling associated hazards.

If you have difficulty understanding the information on the MSDS, you should contact your Corporate Health and Safety (CHS) prior to using the chemical. Also check out the OSHA Quick Card with new requirments: as of June 1, 2015 all SDSs will need to be in a uniform format.

About Universal Wrecking

Universal Wrecking Corp. is one of the premier demolition contractor and scrap metal removal contractors in the United States. Demolition services include commercial and industrial demolition, interior demolition and renovations, scrap metal recycling and removal, dismantlement, tank and silo demolition, mobile and portable onsite concrete crushing and wrecking.

Universal Wrecking Corp. - Corporate Main Office
170 Double Trouble Road
Bayville, NJ 08721
Phone: (866) 585-3198
Fax: (877)-598-8645
Web: http://www.universalwrecking.com

Dismantlement, Removal and Recycling of Decommissioned Equipment

Universal Wrecking Corp was recently hired to perform the dismantlement, removal and recycling of decommissioned equipment consisting of (2) Chillers and (2) Drive Trains at an industrial facility in Central, VA.

The first task associated with the project was the rigging and removal of the equipment from the existing facility. The equipment was disconnected from all associated piping and utilities. Upon being disconnected the equipment was removed utilizing hydraulic jacks, skates and a 15,000 lb. forklift. After being staged outside of the facility the equipment was loaded onto trailers with a 35 T Hydraulic Crane. It was then transported to a designated laydown yard within the facility for dismantlement and recycling.

After the equipment was transported to the designated laydown yard it was offloaded utilizing a 35 T Hydraulic Crane. Upon being offloaded the dismantlement process of the equipment began. Employees utilized a combination of oxy / acetylene torches and a Hydraulic Excavator equipped with a Grapple and Shear to dismantle the equipment in sections that could be managed and loaded onto trailers. After the equipment was loaded it was transported for further processing and recycling to a pre-determined facility.

The project was completed safely, on schedule and without incident.

Universal Wrecking
170 Double Trouble Road
Bayville, NJ 08721
732-864-1194
http://www.universalwrecking.com

Tips For Pre Planning Rigging Projects

Pre-planning before performing a rigging project is a essential task for ensuring the task is done safely and completed successfully. All personnel involved must be properly trained and certified in the proper utilization of tools and equipment required to perform the project.

Prior to beginning a rigging project there must be a JSA done, which lists the description of the task and identifies any potential hazards and what will be done to eliminate them. It will also list what tools are required and the steps in order of when they will be performed. There are many tools and equipment utilized for rigging tasks depending on each specific project, the most common are wire rope slings, nylon slings, shackles, dollies / skates, lifting jacks, chain blocks, cumalongs, overhead gantries, forklifts, and cranes.

When utilizing the above tools it is imperative that they are inspected before use to prevent safety issues and confirm that they will operate correctly. There should be a rigging inspection form completed which will include a check list of what to look for. If you are using wire rope chokers it is important to look for breaks, any worn sections and to check if the wire rope is starting to fray. If using nylon slings they should be inspected for cuts, breaks, splits and if they are worn. If any of the previous symptoms are seen the rigging should immediately stopped being used and put in a secure area for proper disposal.

If heavy equipment such as a forklift or crane is utilized a extensive checklist must be performed and operators must be properly licensed and certified to operate correctly. The above steps are only a brief overview of a type of work that requires extensive pre-planning and experienced, trained and certified personnel.

About Universal Wrecking

Universal Wrecking Corp. is one of the premier demolition contractor and scrap metal removal contractors in the United States. Demolition services include commercial and industrial demolition, interior demolition and renovations, scrap metal recycling and removal, dismantlement, tank and silo demolition, mobile and portable onsite concrete crushing and wrecking.

Universal Wrecking Corp. - Corporate Main Office
170 Double Trouble Road
Bayville, NJ 08721
Phone: (866) 585-3198
Fax: (877)-598-8645
Web: http://www.universalwrecking.com/

PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Demolition and rigging workers need to have proper protection to ensure their safety and the safety of the job site. To provide that protection workers utilize PPE. Personal Protective Equipment, (PPE) can prevent employees from potential hazards associatedwith their workplace. The minimum required PPE on a demolition or rigging project consists of the following items:

Hardhat
Safety Glasses
High Visibility Safety Vests
Leather Palmed Work Gloves
Work Boots

Depending on the project site and task being performed additional PPE may be required. The site supervisors evaluate the work task and perform hazard assessments to identify if additional PPE is required and to confirm that the appropriate personal protective equipment is being utilized to perform the work task at hand.

Examples of some work that would require additional protective equipment are as follows:

Work to be performed in a man lift or if a worker is 6’ from an edge would require a safety harness that is attached to a retractable. This would allow the employee to work safely and be 100% tied off at all times. If a worker is performing work utilizing a grinder or demo saw he would wear a face shield to ensure face protection and ear plugs for hearing protection.

The site supervisor trains or provides training to all employees to ensure they are familiar with the proper utilization of PPE and to ensure applicable safety procedures are followed.

Universal Wrecking Corp. is an expert building demolition / rigging contractor and scrap metal recycling company that operates throughout the United States. On every project safety is the #1 priority and the success of a project is the result of many factors, but Safety is the Key!

Please feel free to contact us with your questions or comments via email at estimate@universalwrecking.com

Contact Information

Universal Wrecking Corp. - Corporate Main Office
170 Double Trouble Road
Bayville, NJ 08721
Phone: (866) 585-3198
Fax: (877)-598-8645
http://www.universalwrecking.com

Project Schedules

Project schedules are a essential document for project planning and are utilized to successfully perform demolition, dismantling and any other type of work in the industry.

Prior to the start of work the estimator, project manager and scheduler will meet and list key task / activity items. Each task will have a duration associated with it, showing a estimated start and completion date. While developing the schedule many variables will come into play.

· Original estimated durations for each activity
· Milestones
· Manpower
· Equipment
· Resource Availability
· Weather
· Overlapping tasks
· Customers needs

Taking into account the above variables will allow the scheduler to develop a accurate and realistic schedule. Once the schedule is complete the key managers will meet, review and finalize.

In order for a schedule to be a useful tool it must be updated weekly and discussed with the manager on site to make sure that the durations and goals are obtainable. While performing work there is possibilites that you will run into unforseen delays. Example of unforeseen delays are changes in the original scope of work, weather, equipment breakdowns and overall site conditions changing.

Schedules are utilized on a daily, weekly, monthly and yearly basis depending on the needs of each individual project. It is also helpful to perform two week look-aheads for site workers to make them aware and informed of  the project goals. Employees can give there input and explain to  management if there are additional variables that might effect completion dates.

The development of a project schedule is a important part for completing projects within estimated budgets and timeframes.

About Us:

Universal Wrecking Corp. is an expert rigging, dismantlement, demolition contractor and scrap metal recycling company that operates throughout the United States. We have the experienced and safety conscientious personnel, demolition and recycling equipment and the technical expertise to handle
standard or very technical wrecking projects.

Contact Information:

Universal Wrecking Corp. - Corporate Main Office
170 Double Trouble Road
Bayville, NJ 08721
Phone: (866) 585-3198
Website: http://www.universalwrecking.com

Rigging, Dismantlement & Demolition of Water Tower and Pipe Bridge

Universal Wrecking was recently hired to perform the rigging, dismantlement and demolition of a 185' Water Tower and associated Pipe Bridge spanning across an active street at a former manufacturing facility in New Jersey.

Due to the location and close proximity of the water tower to live power lines and existing site structures it was decided that the water tower would be dismantled in sections utilizing two cranes.

Universal Wrecking utilized a 550T Hydraulic Crane to perform the picks of each section and a 165T crane to hoist workers in a certified man basket over 185' in the air in order to perform rigging and dismantling services.

Prior to the project starting the following activities were performed:

* A detailed safety and execution plan was developed for the safe rigging and dismantlement of the water tower and supporting structures, so as not to disturb the power lines or roadway adjacent to the project site. The plan also outlined where temporary barricades and other protection were to be located and placed to prevent injury to people and damage to adjacent buildings and facilities to remain.

* The pre-demolition conference was performed at the project site to discuss and coordinate the procedure of dismantling the water tower, safety, schedule and the placement of temporary protection.

* Required permits necessary to perform the work were obtained.

The tank and pipe bridge were dismantled following the approved rigging plan and utilizing torches to cut the steel sections. Once lowered to the ground, a Hydraulic Excavator equipped with a shear processed the scrap steel. After the scrap steel was processed, a Hydraulic Excavator equipped with a grapple, loaded trucks that transported the steel to a pre-determined recycling facility.

The project was completed safely, on schedule and without incident.

If you have a question about one of our services or are looking for a quote on a new job, please do not hesitate to contact us via email: estimate@universalwrecking.com

About Us:

Universal Wrecking Corp. is an expert rigging, dismantlement, demolition contractor and scrap metal recycling company that operates throughout the United States. We have the experienced and safety conscientious personnel, demolition and recycling equipment and the technical expertise to handle
standard or very technical wrecking projects.

Contact Information:

Universal Wrecking Corp. - Corporate Main Office
170 Double Trouble Road
Bayville, NJ 08721
Phone: (866) 585-3198
Website: http://www.universalwrecking.com