Thursday, January 4, 2024

Issue:

Mackay and Whitsunday Life

Redefining Recycling

In a world racing toward sustainability, the clarion call for recycling and repurposing has never been louder. The urgency to save our planet from the brink of environmental degradation is pressing. As we grapple with the consequences of excessive waste and finite resources, the ethos of recycling emerges as a beacon of hope. It's not just a choice anymore; it's a necessity, a fundamental responsibility we owe to our planet and future generations.

In a world where the fate of our metal matters, Wade Ruffin, the Business Development Manager at Raw Metal Corp, stands as a steward of the recycling revolution. For four years, Wade has delved into the dynamic realm of recycling, lured by the environmental benefits of repurposing scrap metal to save our planet. His passion for customer-centric roles led him to Raw Metal, where the chance to make a difference, one piece of metal at a time, became a career mission.

Wade explains, "The recycling industry, despite its current strides, is still in its infancy, with immense room for growth and innovation."

Recycling has become a focal point in today's world. As the survival of our planet increasingly hinges on efficient waste recycling, Wade finds the industry's evolution truly captivating. At Raw Metal Corp, their mission is clear: reuse, recycle, and repurpose.

Their Mackay yard boasts the only metal shredder in Queensland north of Brisbane, a machine that can take an entire car and methodically strip it down. "This technological marvel rescues items that would otherwise find their way to the landfill, saving time and reducing costs," Wade emphasises.

Raw Metal Corp is set to introduce a colossal shear to the Mackay facility, capable of slicing large steel objects into smaller, more manageable pieces for shipping and recycling.

Wade and his team ensure that no piece of metal goes to waste. From your grandmother's old fridge to the excess metal from large-scale mining operations, Raw Metal Corp transforms scrap metal into cash. "We facilitate farm cleanups and even provide a free removal service for metal scrap from homes," Wade adds.

"It's a concerted effort to encourage responsible recycling and reduce our carbon footprint.”

Wade Ruffin, Business Development Manager at Raw Metal Corp

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