The Oneida-Herkimer Solid Waste Authority is proud to announce that Bartell Machinery Systems, located in Rome, NY, has achieved certification as an Oneida-Herkimer Solid Waste Authority RecycleOne business. This certification reflects Bartell’s strong commitment to environmental sustainability through integration of targeted waste reduction efforts and commitment throughout the business to reduce its environmental footprint.
“As a growing business Bartell understands that our responsibility is not only to our employees and the facility within which we operate, but to our community as well. Reducing waste and committing to environmental sustainability provides a benefit to everyone and we are proud to become part of this program. Bartell looks forward to continuing our efforts in other stewardship initiatives and striving for continuous improvement each day.” said Pat Morocco, President of Bartell Machinery Systems.
Along with receiving ISO 9001:2008 certification Bartell was able to reduce its solid waste by 17% through its dedicated “Green Team” efforts while implementing as aggressive recycling program. Bartell extended its efforts beyond just the business allowing its employees to deliver household electronics and batteries to the workplace for proper recycling.
Additionally, Bartell also offers a program to rebuild, restore and upgrade older equipment to improve productivity, serviceability and increase the life expectancy of major capital equipment investments.
Bartell Machinery Systems is a global leader in providing highly-engineered industrial manufacturing equipment for the Tire & Rubber, Oil & Gas, and Wire & Cable industries. Bartell has delivered innovative solutions to leading manufacturers since 1940, with over 8,500 machines installed worldwide.
“The RecycleOne Business Recycling Program is economically advantageous and environmentally sound for businesses and industries that participate because they can benefit from lower costs for waste removal, increased recycling and reduced energy costs,” said David Lupinski, Authority Director of Recycling.
The RecycleOne Business Recycling Certification Program requires an on-site review from Authority staff to verify that specific solid waste management, recycling and energy reduction criteria have been achieved. If the criteria have been achieved, the Authority will issue the facility or business an official RecycleOne Business Certification.
For more information on the Authority’s RecycleOne Business Recycling Program, contact David Lupinski, Director of Recycling, at (315) 733-1224 Ext. 1600 or visit www.RecycleOneBusiness.com to download the RecycleOne Business Recycling Program Guide.