Tri-Star International is a company dedicated to environmentally responsible recycling for end-of-life appliance. Appliance recycling is where everything started nearly 25 years ago. Since then we have expanded to include many other services, but still take pride in being one of the Country’s most experienced in appliance recycling.
Companies like Lowe’s and Sears trust TriStar International as a partner in recycling appliances.
Hazardous materials or components within major appliances must be removed and properly recycled or disposed of before the appliance is scrapped. The metal portions of major appliances must be recycled or reused.
When processing appliances, the some waste generated may be recyclable metals, industrial solid waste, electronic waste, hazardous waste or even hazardous waste known as universal waste. Recycling with Tri-Star International is the most responsible and legal way to dispose of your unwanted appliances. It also helps preserve our natural resources and saves energy.
Some facts about appliance recycling. . .
- It is estimated that 55 million appliances will be removed from service this year.
- 72% of appliances removed from service are recycled.
- Major home appliances make up about 10% of the steel processed by the recycling industry each year.
- Approximately 75% of the typical household appliance is made of steel, America’s most recycled material.
- Appliances also contain other recyclable materials, including aluminum, copper, CFC refrigerants and some plastics. Older appliances can contain environmentally harmful materials such as mercury and PCBs. These substances must be removed and managed properly before recycling an appliance.