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NAPA & NORA Meet To Address Joint Interests

noemail@noranews.org — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 11:00:00 GMT

On September 16, 2009, representatives from the National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) and NORA, An Association of Responsible Recyclers came together for a wide-ranging meeting on areas of mutual interest. NAPA represents the interests of the Hot Mix Asphalt producer and paving contractor on the national level with Congress, government agencies, and other national trade and business organizations. NAPA help its members learn the latest technology, understand environmental issues, gain market share, and receive training. The Association, which counts more than 1,100 companies as its members, was founded in 1955. NORA Executive Director Scott D. Parker met with Gary Fore, NAPA Vice President of Environment, Health and Safety and Jay Hansen, NAPA Vice President of Government Affairs at NAPA Headquarters in Lanham, Maryland. The five hour meeting covered topics such as , the current hot mix asphalt market conditions, highway funding issues, RFO market...

NORA: Members $AVE 50% on RCRA Training

noemail@noranews.org — Fri, 29 May 2009 18:00:00 GMT

NORA member VRM in cooperation with The Institute for Compliance and Operational Training (ICOT) are pleased to announce a 50% discount for NORA members for online RCRA Compliance Training. This discount is for NORA members only. ICOT is an online training program designed for used oil handlers. A discount of 50% off the published price is now available exclusively to NORA members. For more information about ICOT, visit www.icotraining.org. To gain access to the Member-Only NORA discount code, visit www.vrmus.com/training/nora-icot-discount. If you have questions about this service, call 281-486-4182. NORA is thrilled to add another member-only value, noted NORA Executive Director Scott D. Parker. For companies looking for on-line training related to RCRA and used oil issues, this is another great way NORA helps save money for members. Two courses have been specifically designed to meet the regulatory requirements governing used oil handlers. RCRA Awareness for Used...

NORA & Earth911 Explore Increasing DIY Collections

noemail@noranews.org — Thu, 21 May 2009 16:00:00 GMT

On May 21, 2009, NORA Executive Director Scott Parker with with Earth911's Sandra Keil, Vice President of Governmental Relations and Business Development. The two organizations share a common interest in increasing the collection of used oil from Do-It-Yourself (DIY) oil changers.

Each year, nearly 200 million gallons of used motor oil are dumped down the drain by the DIY oil changers. This is tragic considering just one gallon - the amount from a single oil change - can make a million gallons of fresh water undrinkable.

Earth911.com provides a searchable database of drop-off locations for items that should be recycled, including used oil. The site's database provideds users access to approximately 40,000 used oil drop off locations.

"NORA looks forward to further discussions with Earth911 regarding DIY oil collections," stated Parker. "We need to explore all methods to ensure that all used oil enters the nation's used oil management system. Every gallon of used motor oil should be responsibly recycled by first being collected and then processed by responsible recyclers, like those belonging to NORA."

Claim Your Space in the 2010 NORA Membership Directory

noemail@noranews.org — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Advertising space available now!

One of the easiest ways to reach the key decision makers for all of NORA’s 250 members is to make yourself known in the NORA Membership Directory. The directory is one of NORA’s most powerful products and is the ultimate networking tool. Produced annually, it provides critical contact information, products and services listing, service areas, and much more.

The 2010 NORA Membership Directory advertising deadline is December 15, 2009. The product will be distributed to members in February 2010. There is limited advertising space and the cover ad space is sold on a first-come, first-served basis. ORDER NOW TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT!

Click here to download the advertising order form for 2010 NORA Membership Directory.

NEW FOR 2010: For only $99 you can add your logo to your listing! It’s an inexpensive way to bring attention to your listing as well as create company “brand” recognition.

NORA Releases 2009 NORA Membership Directory

noemail@noranews.org — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 16:00:00 GMT

One of NORA’s most powerful products is the annual NORA Membership Directory. It is the ultimate networking tool for the liquid recycling industry providing critical contact information, products and services listing, service areas, and much more for all NORA Members so that you can easily find key business partners to strengthen and grow your business. Your complimentary copy of the 2009 NORA Membership Directory is now available. The directory is published annually and contains the most current information for members in good standing as of the first quarter of 2009. Please contact NORA if you need additional copies. The 2009 NORA Membership Directory contains key business information, including: Contact information for all member companies. Contact information for key personnel. The primary NORA contact is in bold. Member type. Volume levels are listed for most member types. Service areas. Services provided. Products provided. In addition, the...

NORA Releases 2009 liquidRecycling Advertising Rates

noemail@noranews.org — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 18:00:00 GMT

liquidRecycling is the Official Newsletter of NORA, An Association of Responsible Recyclers. It is a full-color quarterly publication with the addition of an extra conference issue in Fall 2009. The newsletter includes industry and association information of interest to those in the business of recycling oil and related materials. It is the only publication targeted to this niche industry.

Target NORA Members: All NORA members and select prospects of NORA receive liquidRecycling. With current circulation to over 700 industry leaders, NORA anticipates growing to over 1,000 by the end of 2009. The publication is primarily distributed in the US with some international subscriptions including Canada, Mexico, South Africa, Brazil, Germany and Australia.

Our target audience includes many different areas of the industry including:

Generators of used oil and related materials (ex. quick lube shops and industrial sector)
Used oil recyclers & recyclers of related materials (primary market)
Collectors, processors (including re-refiners) and marketers of used oil and related materials
End Users of recycled fuel oil (ex. industrial burners such as asphalt plants)
Related government agencies and non-profit groups
Suppliers to the used oil recycling industry

Grow Your Business Today! If you are trying to build your brand or message to any of the above industry sectors, liquidRecycling is the most affordable marketing tool available for you. liquidRecycling is the only publication that allows you to get your message to this targeted, niche industry five times a year.

Click here for Advertising Rates and Forms. Q2 Print Deadline is April 10th.

NORA Celebrates America Recycles Day

noemail@noranews.org — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 14:00:00 GMT

November 15^th is America Recycles Day, the only nationally recognized day dedicated to encouraging Americans to recycle and to buy recycled products.

“NORA congratulates America Recycles Day for reaching its 11^th year,” stated NORA Executive Director Scott D. Parker. “Each year, NORA members collect millions of gallons of used oil and recycle it to generate energy or re-refined lubricants. America Recycles Day is a wonderful opportunity to remind all Americans about the environmental and economic benefits of recycling materials, including used oil and related resources.”

NORA, An Association of Responsible Recyclers (NORA) is a trade association of 225 companies involved in responsibly recycling used oil and related materials that would otherwise negatively impact the environment. Instead, NORA members work every day to ensure these resources are collected, recycled and given another useful life.

NORA provides information and materials about the importance of properly recycling used oil to local governments as well as school systems and universities.

Parker assisted in the creation of America Recycles Day in 1997 and served as the Co-Chairman of the organization in 1998.

Wild Wild West: 2008 NORA Closing Party (Sponsorships Available)

noemail@noranews.org — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 19:00:00 GMT

You are invited to attend the 2008 NORA Closing Party on the evening of Friday, November 7th. SPONSORSHIPS ARE NEEDED! We can only make this happen with your help! This event is included for FREE with any conference registration or spouse/guest package. Make sure you stay over Friday night for this once in a lifetime event. However, NORA needs sponsorships to pull this off. NORA’s Closing Event is a trip back in time…using jeeps as our steady steeds, we’ll take you on a trip to an old desert mining camp. The mining camp is a historically authentic replica of the Wild West mining camps that sprang up in the 1800s. You’ll ride through the canyons along the eerie San Andreas Fault, try your hand in the shooting gallery, rope yourself a straw cow, or just relax by the campfire to the live music. You can also meander through the town and enjoy the colorful local history and legends of a rowdy by-gone era when settlers came here in search of freedom and fortune. Kick up your...

NORA Participates in Illinois Manifest Hearing

noemail@noranews.org — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 17:00:00 GMT

The full potential of a trade association was on display on October 1st in Chicago, Illinois. In a hearing before the Illinois Pollution Control Board, representatives from NORA and the Illinois EPA addressed the issue of burdensome manifesting requirements of used oil in Illinois. This is an extremely important issue to NORA members in Illinois as well as NORA members in other states as a matter of principle. The used oil market in Illinois is one of the most competitive in the United States. However, the members were able to unite behind NORA to address this issue of concern to all. Representatives from Future Environmental, RS Used Oil, Southwest Oil, Safety-Kleen, Heritage - Crystal Clean and Excel Environmental all participated in the hearing. Under the magnificent leadership of Vickie Custer of Southwest Oil, the NORA Illinois Working Group has persisted in navigating this project. NORA’s General Counsel Chris Harris served as the primary representative in...

NORA Membership Grows to Over 225

noemail@noranews.org — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 16:00:00 GMT

In September 2008, NORA membership reached 225 member companies thanks to you!

Your association relies heavily on word-of-mouth marketing and you have continued to refer NORA to your peers and suppliers.

The last few months have seen a surge in membership with NORA attracting twelve new members – helping NORA to reach the 225 members milestone. We extend a warm welcome to new members:

AB Environmental, Bohemia, NY
Amchem Inc., Longview, TX
Certified Labs/Purewash, Irving, TX
Clear Choice Antifreeze, Denver, CO
Enterprise Oil, Knoxville, TN
Houlihan Lokey, New York, NY
Plummer’s Environmental Services, Byron Center, MI
Purvin & Gertz, Houston, TX
Vertex Residual Management (VRM), Houston, TX
VLS Recovery Services, Mauldin, SC
Werts Welding & Tank Service, Wood River, IL

As you know, NORA is holding a Member-Get-A-Member contest with terrific prizes. The contest runs until October 10th. Prizes include upgrade to suite at the NORA Annual Conference in Rancho Mirage, limo from the airport to the hotel, iPods, wall plaques and more. For more information on this fun and EASY contest, go to www.noranews.org.

So keep up the good work! Continue to encourage your peers and trading partners to join NORA, the leading liquid recycling association. With your help, we’ll continue to save the earth, one drop at a time.

NORA Posts Purdue Study Online

noemail@noranews.org — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 14:00:00 GMT

NORA Members may now download the full Purdue Study online! The study titled Effects of Hot Plant Fuel Characteristics and Combustion on Asphalt Concrete Quality was performed by Purdue University for South Dakota DOT and published in 2003. The large report has been broken into downloadable sections that NORA Members can access in the Resource Center at www.noranews.org. This information is only available to NORA Members. REPORT ABSTRACT This report summarizes the results of an extensive and comprehensive study to evaluate the possibility of contaminating a hot mix asphalt due to the use of alternate fuel types and through poor combustion of the fuel. Eleven different fuels were used, and the plant burner was adjusted to optimum, insufficient oxygen and excess oxygen conditions. Samples of aggregates and of hot mix produced under these combinations of fuel and combustion conditions were collected and tested using a variety of chemical and physical tests. Gravimetric...

Save the Date: NORA Announces 2009 Winter Meeting Dates & Location

noemail@noranews.org — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Join NORA in New Orleans for the 2009 winter meeting at the Ritz Carlton, New Orleans, February 4-6, 2009.

The NORA Winter Meeting generally attracts over 100 leaders from the liquid recycling industry for networking and to address regulatory and business issues facing members.

Registration and hotel info will be distributed later.

Situated at the confluence of the mighty Mississippi River and the picturesque Gulf of Mexico, New Orleans, Louisiana is often referred to as the most unique city in America. Due in part to its prominent annual events such as Mardi Gras and Jazz Fest, New Orleans is continually ranked among the world's most popular tourist destinations.

The Big Easy, as New Orleans is known, was originally a French colony in the early 1700’s. The Spanish took control from 1769 to 1800 when Spain transferred Louisiana back to France. In 1803, U.S. President Thomas Jefferson adroitly bought the territory from France for $15 million when the territory was sold to the United States by Napoleon as part of the Louisiana Purchase. The city’s ever-present celebratory spirit is evident in the French Quarter, embodied by those who live here and can be found in every neighborhood throughout the city.

The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans hotel welcomes visitors with genuine Southern hospitality and singular flair. From its premier location on the edge of the French Quarter, the hotel's location provides guests easy access to most of the city’s popular and unique attractions. The hotel features a newly-renovated 25,000 square-foot destination spa with twenty-two treatment rooms and Spa Café, a new signature restaurant, two lounges, 35,000 square feet of meeting space and it is in close proximity to numerous antique stores, art galleries and restaurants.

Hotel rooms will be available during the NORA meeting for the discounted rate of $189/night.

NORA Creates Used Oil Analytical Sub-Committee to Address Utah Lab Study

noemail@noranews.org — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 16:00:00 GMT

On June 20th, 2008, the NORA Board of Directors decided to establish this new Used Oil Analytical Sub-Committee for the purpose of reviewing analytical practices of the Used Oil Recycling industry.

The Board established the following directives/objectives for this new Sub-Committee;

Peer review of the Utah Analytical Study.
Provide a report to the NORA Conference in November 2008

The initial members of this Sub-Committee are:

Dan Cowart, Aaron Oil Company (Chairman)
Chris Bergstrom, NOCO Energy Corp. (Vice Chairman)
Jack Waggener, URS
Jack Mahon, Dexsil Corp.
Drew Frye, FCC
Lab Reps as needed

If you have questions regarding this sub-committee, contact NORA.

NORA meets with ILMA

noemail@noranews.org — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 20:00:00 GMT

On July 22, 2008, NORA Executive Director Scott D. Parker met with ILMA Executive Director Celeste Powers at the ILMA Headquarters Office in Alexandria, VA.

The two Executive Directors discussed each of their industries and ways that the two groups can work together. They addressed the importance of promoting proper recycling of lubricants, the changing additive packages in today's lubricants and the increasing role of re-refining oil as a base lubricant.

Together, the two have decided to explore formalizing a relationship between NORA and ILMA.

ILMA is the Independent Lubricant Manufacturers Associaiton and their members are independent lubricant companies that produce over 25% of all lubricants and 80% or more of the metalworking fluids and other specialty industrial lubricants sold in North America.

NORA Posts Ideal Recyclers' Handbook Online for Members Only

noemail@noranews.org — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 17:00:00 GMT

In 2006, NORA contracted industry attorney Christopher Harris to update a handbook of paperwork that every professional recycler should have compiled. These documents are mostly compliance-related, but also contain business documents that your business could show to regulators, trading partners and your customers.

The Ideal Recyclers’ Environmental Compliance and Facility Information handbook is set up under 7 tabs to help you organize your records.

Tab 1: Insurance and Permits
Tab 2: Corporate Policies
Tab 3: Regulatory Compliance
Tab 4: SPCC Plan, Generator’s Profile and Service Station Dealer’s Exemption
Tab 5: Awards and Customer Relations
Tab 6: Regulations and Interpretive Guidance
Tab 7: Superfund Liability

Ideal Recyclers, Inc., is a fictional used oil transporter and processor operating in the fictional state of West Dakota as created for the purposes of this handbook. The documents presented are an example of the documents your facility should have easily accessible.

The Ideal Recyclers’ Environmental Compliance and Facility Information handbook is a free business tool created for and available to NORA Members only. Click Ideal Recyclers to view or download the handbook.

NORA Posts Entropy Study Online for Members Only

noemail@noranews.org — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 16:00:00 GMT

NORA Members may now download the important Entropy Study from the NORA Website.

The Entropy Study titled Quantification of Metals Emissions from Burning Used Oil Fuel was performed for the Used Oil Recycling Coalition in July of 1996. This was a two phase project that evaluated metals emissions from used oil combustion.

Of particular importance to NORA Members, the second phase of the Entropy Study found:

"Comparison of the emissions from the different fuels fully supports the contention that metals removal in baghouse-controlled plants is very high. At Facility A, lead content of the recycled oil was 50 times higher than that of the virgin oil, yet emissions remained at or below the detection limit with corresponding removal efficiencies greater than 99.98 percent."

Please view or download the complete Entropy Study in the NORA Resource Center.

NORA Visits Member DeMenno/Kerdoon

noemail@noranews.org — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 13:00:00 GMT

NORA Executive Director Scott D. Parker visited NORA Member DeMenno/Kerdoon’s eight acre recycling facility in Los Angeles, California in mid-March.

Brian Schmidt, an Area Manager for Thermo Fluids Inc., described the history and process of the facility to the NORA visitors. Additionally, the group discussed opportunities and the future of anti-freeze recycling in the United States and actions NORA should consider to protect and grow that sector.

Parker noted, “The Thermo Fluids anti-freeze recycling operation was first-rate and very impressive. NORA’s mission is to promote responsible recycling and this facility certainly is an example of that.”

NORA’s Executive Director will be meeting with members around the country this year and reports will be made to members.

NORA Promotes Responsible Recycling at AOCA Show

noemail@noranews.org — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 03:00:00 GMT

NORA's message of promoting 'responsible recycling' received a big boost in early March.

From March 11-13, 2008, NORA exhibited at the Automotive Oil Change Association Convention and Fast Lube Expo. NORA provided information to the nearly 1200 attendees about the importance of choosing a responsible recycling partner.

A complete list of all NORA members was distributed to those who visited the NORA booth. In addition, NORA promoted the association's Guiding Principles.

NORA also began to build strong relationships with larger generators, media outlets and the oil companies.

NORA's Scott D. Parker stated, "This show was a fantastic opportunity for NORA to promote the industry's message of responsible recycling."

NORA President Ben Cowart also represented the association at the trade show.

NORA's booth was generously underwritten by sponsorships from RS Used Oil Services, DeMenno/Kerdoon, Vertex Recovery, Safety-Kleen, Southwest Oil, World Petroleum and Heartland Petroleum.

NORA members who exhibited independently at the show included Emerald Services, Bedford Industries, Clean Burn, FCC Environmental, and Thermo Fluids.

NORA Visits Member Thermo Fluids Inc Anti-Freeze Recycling Plant

noemail@noranews.org — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 01:00:00 GMT

NORA Executive Director Scott D. Parker and NORA President Ben Cowart visited NORA Member Thermo Fluids Inc.'s anti-freeze recycling facility in Las Vegas, Nevada on March 11, 2007.

Brian Schmidt, an Area Manager for Thermo Fluids Inc., described the history and process of the facility to the NORA visitors. Additionally, the group discussed opportunities and the future of anti-freeze recycling in the United States and actions NORA should consider to protect and grow that sector.

Parker noted, "The Thermo Fluids anti-freeze recycling operation was very impressive. NORA's mission is to promote responsible recycling and this facility certainly is an example of that."

NORA's Executive Director will be meeting with members around the country this year and reports will be made to members.

NORA Members Recommit to NORA Guiding Principles

noemail@noranews.org — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 08:00:00 GMT

All NORA members are in the process of renewing their membership for 2008. The process includes each member signing a statement that confirms their commitment to NORA's Guiding Principles.

Each year NORA members receive education related to the best practices in liquid recycling and have access to the network of leaders in the country. This helps make NORA an "association of responsible recyclers."

A copy of NORA's Guiding Principles follows:

The NORA Guiding Principles

As a member of NORA, An Association of Responsible Recyclers, our company is committed to management of a sound environmental policy, a high standard of integrity, continual improvement, and the implementation of the following principles in conducting our business activities:

1. We make health, safety, and environmental considerations a top priority in our planning for all existing and new facilities, processes, products, and services.

2. We are committed to complying with all applicable environmental laws and regulations.

3. We will identify and implement, where practicable, pollution prevention measures, source reduction, and waste minimization that are appropriate to the nature, scale, and environmental impacts of our activities and services.

4. We will participate with government and others in creating responsible laws, regulations, and standards to safeguard our community, workplace, and environment.

5. We will communicate this commitment to responsible recycling and these guiding principles to our employees, customers, and community.

6. We will continually seek opportunities to improve the principles and procedures of responsible recycling by sharing experiences with others and periodically reviewing our overall environmental performance.