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InterMetro was one of the first companies to use powder coatings, which have no air emissions as opposed to wet systems which have many hazardous components.
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InterMetro uses no chlorinated solvents and Metro’s coating processes do not contain Volatile Organic Compounds.
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Energy conservation is present in the area of water usage and low NOx burners in all Boilers.
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InterMetro recycles 78% of waste materials, including all hazardous waste, metals, corrugated material, office paper, Fluorescent bulbs, gloves, oil absorbent pads, and wooden pallets.
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100% of our North American manufacturing processes using carbon wire are from recycled materials from both post-consumer and post industrial usage.
20% of our North American manufacturing processes using carbon sheet are from recycled materials from both post-consumer and post industrial usage.
15% of our North American manufacturing processes using carbon tubing are from recycled materials from both post-consumer and post industrial usage.
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Aluminum proves to be a “green” building material because 45% to 50% can be recycled into other useable products.
The aluminum that is used in many of Metro’s products can be 100% recycled into other products without losing any of its structural properties.
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The High-Density Polyethylene that is used in Metro manufacturing has a service life of 100 years and can be completely recycled. HDPE releases no toxic gases or dioxins that are contained in many traditional building materials. HDPE panels help eliminate the use of scarce wood resources. HDPE panels have molded-in color, avoiding secondary finishing processes that often release VOCs.
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InterMetro does not use mercury in any of its products, processes or packaging.
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All administrative employees are equipped with computers, which minimizes the paperwork generated internally and externally.
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All packaging materials, including corrugated, are recyclable.
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InterMetro utilizes a state of the art box making machine that minimizes the amount of scrap corrugated materials.
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Emerson’s Environmental Training & Audit Program is attended twice a year by Metro representatives. The program focuses on understanding requirements of environmental laws and regulations and sharing ideas on how to reduce waste and improve the environment. Metro is routinely audited by an outside consultant for environmental compliance.
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