NORA - Association of Responsible Recyclers

EPA Signs Final Definition of Solid Waste Rule - Fact Sheet on NORA Website

noemail@noranews.org — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 14:00:00 GMT

NORA has learned that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator signed on Tuesday the "Final Definition of Solid Waste Rule". According to EPA, the rule will encourage the safe and beneficial recycling of hazardous secondary materials. The new rule streamlines the regulation of these materials while limiting the streamlined requirements tospecific, legitimate recycling activities.

The rule should be published in the Federal Register within the next two weeks.

NORA's experts are thoroughtly reviewing the final rule and wiill provide a complete analysis at the 2008 NORA Conference.

For your convenience, NORA has posted a fact sheet about the Final Rule on the NORA website by clicking here.

More information on the rule is available on the web at: http://www.epa.gov/epawaste/hazard/dsw/rulemaking.htm

9-Oct-08 9:00 AM

NORA Member Offers Assistance To Those Effected by Hurricaine Ike

noemail@noranews.org — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 13:00:00 GMT

NORA has many members in and around the Houston area that have been impacted by Hurricaine Ike. The reports we have heard so far is that our members are beginning the process to get up and running again.

A NORA member, Hill Manufacturing, has offered assistance to our members in the Houston area. Hill Manufacturing has offered to ship products at no charge to NORA members in the Houston area to help get your businesses up and running.

Hill Manufacturing makes over 4000 products, such as janitorial supplies, deodorants, degreasers, insecticides, de-emulsifiers, water treatment chemicals, solvents etc. .For details, contact Paul Godfrey at 864-616-6849 or email paghill1@yahoo.com.

NORA thanks Hill Manufacturing on behalf of our members for this generous offer.

If you are a NORA member in the Houston area and have a report on the status of your business, please send it to sparker@noranews.org.

16-Sep-08 8:00 AM

In the News: Kevin Harvick and Pennzoil to Launch National "Clean Change Campaign"

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 14:00:00 GMT

HOUSTON, TX - On July 3, 2008, Daytona 500 winner Kevin Harvick waved the green flag, kicking off the Pennzoil Clean Change Campaign -- a nationwide campaign encouraging do-it-yourself oil changers to properly clean-up by recycling their used oil and pledge to maintain a clean environment. The kick-off event took place in Daytona in the midst of all of the pre-race excitement at a local Wal-Mart Tire and Lube Express.

"Each week when I step out of the No. 29 car after the race is finished, the first thing I reach for is water," said Harvick. "I know first-hand how important clean water is to our health. I'm proud to be teaming up with Pennzoil to help our water stay clean and promote steps we can all take to help protect our environment."

The root of the Pennzoil Clean Change Campaign is a pledge that Do-It-Yourself oil changers are encouraged to make to commit to staying clean by continuing to properly recycle used motor oil. Consumers can visit the campaign web site http://www.cleanchange.org to make the pledge, test their environmental prowess with a challenging quiz, and easily locate the
certified used oil recycling facility nearest them.

"We know that Pennzoil motor oil helps clean up sludge in engines, so helping keep America's drinking water clean by promoting used oil recycling seemed an appropriate way for us to make a difference," says Kris Hull, Pennzoil Brand Manager. "We thank Wal-Mart for helping us implement this campaign around the country and do our part to help the environment."

For more information on the Pennzoil Clean Change Campaign, visit
http://www.cleanchange.org.

10-Jul-08 9:00 AM

In the News: NORA Member Lube Stop Announces EcoGuard Oil Change Service Offering

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Berea, Ohio, May 5, 2008 – The Lube Stop, Inc. (Lube Stop), Northeast Ohio’s largest independently owned quick oil change company, today announced the addition of the EcoGuard oil change service to its existing conventional, high mileage, and full synthetic oil change services. The EcoGuard service uses Lyden Oil Company’s ProGuard ECO Motor Oil made from re-refined base oil stocks that meets or exceeds all manufacturer requirements and current ILSAC, API and U.S. Military certifications. Lube Stop is the only quick oil change company in Northeast Ohio and one of the first in the United States to actively promote a more sustainable oil change service using re-refined motor oils.

The use of re-refined motor oil benefits the environment by reducing greenhouse gas and heavy metal emissions caused by burning used oil as fuel, reusing existing base oil supplies and preventing the improper disposal of used motor oil. According to the U.S. EPA, 42 gallons of crude oil yield the same amount of lubricant as one gallon of used oil. Re-refining is the highest use for used motor oil and is recommended by the EPA and U.S. Department of Energy.

The re-refining process separates base oil from the depleted additives and contaminants found in used motor oil. The reclaimed base oil is further re-refined into a state-of-the-art Group II+ base oil then blended with a new additive package, resulting in a dual-refined, “upcycled” product that meets or exceeds ILSAC GF-4 and API “SM” certifications. ILSAC and API certified re-refined motor oil is approved for use by all major auto manufacturers, including Chrysler, Ford, GM, Honda, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota and VW and is covered under new vehicle warranties.

“Our ProGuard ECO Motor Oil utilizes high quality re-refined base oils that are combined with premium additives to create a fully certified, high-performance motor oil,” said Breen Lyden, president and CEO of Lyden Oil Company. “Re-refining motor oil is a much better way to protect the environment and our economy by reducing heavy metal emissions, greenhouse gasses, and our dependence on foreign oil.”

The U.S. federal government, including the U.S. Military, U.S. Postal Service, General Services Administration, CIA, and FBI, adopted the use of re-refined motor oil in 1998 when it was mandated by President Bill Clinton as Executive Order 13101, section 507. The EcoGuard service should help Lube Stop secure more business from the 1,200 GSA fleet vehicles operating in Northeast Ohio by making a competitively priced re-refined oil change service widely available in the market. Re-refined motor oil has also been adopted and mandated by several state governments, including California, Indiana, New York and Pennsylvania.

“Given the capabilities of today’s re-refining technologies, the broad adoption and use of re-refined motor oil is long overdue,” said Tom Morley, president of Lube Stop. “Our EcoGuard oil change is a more sustainable service that helps the environment, helps differentiate Lube Stop and furthers our mission to become a more sustainable business. I don’t mind if competitors copy us on this one given the positive implications it will have for the environment.”

Lube Stop Pursuing a “Closed-Loop” Service
Lube Stop has recently partnered with Columbus-based Heartland Petroleum who will collect Lube Stop’s used motor oil. Heartland is completing the construction of the first oil re-refinery in Ohio and only the fifth such facility in North America. Once completed, Heartland will re-refine used oil, including oil from Lube Stop, to create 15 million gallons of Group II+ base oil stocks annually. Those base stocks will be used to blend more re-refined motor oil, ultimately creating a “closed-loop” system among Lube Stop, its suppliers and customers. The result is a more sustainable service that conserves natural resources, reduces emissions and prevents environmental contamination.

Pricing and Availability
The price of the EcoGuard oil change service will be $36.99 and is immediately available at all Lube Stop locations in 5W30 and 5W20 viscosities. A 10W30 viscosity will not be offered. The concept for the service was born out of Lube Stop’s Sustainability Program, an ongoing program focused on reducing the company’s ecological footprint and improving the communities in which it operates. Additional details on how Lube Stop is working to help the environment in Northeast Ohio and beyond can be found in the ENVIRONMENT section of LubeStop.com.

About Lyden Oil Company
Lyden Oil Company was founded in 1919 and is headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. The company carries a full product line of high-quality lubricants from several major suppliers as well as its own ProGuard brands. Lyden addresses every aspect of the lubrication supply chain including quality product, competitive prices and on-time delivery schedules all to ensure customers always have inventory.

About The Heartland Group
Heartland Petroleum originated as a petroleum recycling company in Columbus, Ohio in 1948. Heartland Petroleum believes conservation and recycling of our natural resources is a necessity for the United States. The company’s mission is to produce the finest quality industrial burner fuel available, and to serve customers with the very best recycling alternatives for industrial and commercial generators of used oil products. Heartland Petroleum currently recycles approximately 15 million gallons of used oil annually and has founded the Heartland Refinery Group, LLC, which will operate the first re-refinery in the state of Ohio. The Heartland Refinery is the fifth such facility in North America in 2008 to process and hydrotreat used oil back to ‘virgin grade’ base oil.

About The Lube Stop, Inc.
Founded in 1985, The Lube Stop, Inc. (Lube Stop) is the largest locally owned quick oil change company in Northeast Ohio with 37 locations in the Cleveland and Akron-Canton areas. Every month over 30,000 customers choose Lube Stop for a 20-Point Expert Oil Change without making an appointment. Lube Stop is one of the first companies in the industry to implement a formal sustainability program aimed at reducing the company’s ecological impact. Every year, Lube Stop recycles over 400,000 gallons of motor oil, over 30,000 gallons of anti-freeze, and voluntarily recycles hundreds of thousands of oil filters.

10-Jul-08 9:00 AM

In the News: Students Mount Slick Campaign

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 13:00:00 GMT

Canada - Two university students are on a mission to spread oil-recycling awareness across B.C. this summer.

As Ambassadors of the B.C. Used Oil Management Association (BCUOMA), Amy Cheung and Linnaea Wiseman, both Communications students at SFU, are helping spread the word about proper oil recycling, informing residents of Chilliwack about the 15 registered recycling facilities locally and the general public about the 520 facilities taking part province-wide.

"One litre of oil can contaminate one millions litres of our fresh water." Cheung said. "Our goal is to let people know that there is an easy and proper way to recycle used oil."

Their message has obviously been getting across as oil recovery in B.C. rose from 53 to 70 per cent in 2007, despite the B.C. Used Oil Ambassador program launching just its third campaign.

The BCUOMA was formed in 2003, in response to a government recycling regulation clamping down on excessive amounts of used oil and oil products ending up in landfills.

Since then the not-for-profit organization, comprised of over 160 representatives from wholesalers of lubricating oil products, has been funded through a five-cent levy per litre placed on every consumer purchase of used oil materials (lubricating oil, oil containers and filters) as part of the Environmental Handling Charge.

"We pay for the levy (as citizens) so it's in our best interest to take part and recycle," Wiseman said. "Oil gets into our streams, rivers--our own water supply everyday. It's important that we are aware about the things we can do to help prevent this."

The two co-op students will be traveling around in their eco-friendly vehicle for the next three months talking to regional district officials, waste management officers and solid waste coordinators about initiatives and possible solutions for proper oil recycling.

To see the list of registered used oil recycling facilities in Chilliwack visit www.usedoilrecycling.com.

Published: Friday, June 27, 2008

10-Jul-08 8:00 AM

NORA Member Environmental Resource Associates Offers New Natural Line of Absorbent

noemail@noranews.org — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 19:00:00 GMT

NORA Member Environmental Resource Associates announces the availability of a new natural line of absorbent.

An eco-friendly line of absorbent pads made of natural plant by-products, and featuring woven construction, has been introduced by Oil Eater. Designed to provide a safer and cleaner workplace, they help companies to meet OSHA and EPA requirements.

The line includes Oil Only Pads and Rolls, Universal Pads and Rolls and Absorbent Socks.

The pads will absorb up to 20 percent more than melt blown polypropylene pads, yet cost less. All are available in a variety of weights and finishes.

Product sizes range from 16-inches x 18-inches to 28-inches by 150-ft. rolls. Weights include light, medium and heavy.

Applications include production lines, industrial and maintenance facility floors, loading docks, paint shop floors and others.

Oil Only products soak up oil yet repel water. Universal products soak up oil, water and other liquids. Absorbent Socks control larger spills and protect drains.

For information, visit http://www.oileater.com or call Warren Gortze 1-508-428-6282 or email eragortze@comcast.net for a free sample and don’t forget to ask for a free sample of our OIL Eater Cleaner/Degreaser a high powered waterbased cleaner that is non corrosive, non toxic, non hazardous and is guaranteed to clean carbon, oil, sludge,and dirt from tanks, floors, drums, concrete, asphalt, equipment, housings, bearings, shafts and much more.

28-Feb-08 1:00 PM

Air Force Center in TN Receives Recycling Award

noemail@noranews.org — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 21:00:00 GMT

In recognition of significant waste diversions achieved from October 2006 through September 2007, the Arnold Engineering Development Center received the Government Recycler of the Year award on January 18 from the Tennessee Recycling Coalition. In her award notification to AEDC, Gail Randolph, Chair for TRC Awards stated, "The men and women at AEDC provide an outstanding service to our nation in testing for our future air and space systems and supporting the war on terror. While accomplishing that mission, the facility strides to set the example in reducing, reusing and recycling our valuable resources."

According to Frank Duncan, Air Force Environmental Quality Program manager, 47.1 percent of all non-hazardous solid waste was diverted to recycling activities. This included 2,149 tons of construction and demolition materials, 2,039 tons of scrap metal, 244 tons of paper and cardboard and 147 tons of other materials.

In addition, AEDC personnel were credited with recycling 76.1 percent of municipal solid waste, which consists of scrap metal, paper and cardboard and other materials.

"This was achieved through source segregation where paper, cardboard and scrap metal were collected in bins distributed across the facility," said John Daniels, Air Force Services Recycling program manager. "The materials from full bins were transported to central locations to be sold to recyclers."

Significant strides also were made in reducing the amount of hazardous waste generated, from a high in 1991 of more than 250 tons to 38 tons in fiscal 2007, an 85 percent reduction. Petroleum and hazardous materials recycling efforts included 58 tons of used oil, 75 tons of glycol and seven tons of tires.

22-Jan-08 3:00 PM

German Biodiesel Industry Near Collapse

noemail@noranews.org — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 21:00:00 GMT

The biodiesel industry in Germany is nearing a state of collapse because of a tax increase that kicked in at the first of the year, according to a report on Reuters.

Biodiesel refiners in Germany are only producing at 10 percent capacity, according to the Reuters story from a European biodiesel conference. That's down from 20 percent the year before. Because of the downturn, some biodiesel manufacturers are taking apart their factories and selling the equipment to manufacturers in the U.S. and Canada.

Like solar energy, biofuels still largely depend upon government support and subsidies. Biodiesel costs more than regular diesel. You don't have to dig deep wells in the ground to get at it, but making it largely requires growing crops and harvesting plant oils. Biodiesel can be made out of waste vegetable oil and animal fat, but there's not nearly as much available as one might think.

To make biodiesel competitive, U.S. refiners get 50 cents a gallon (for used oil) to $1 a gallon (for virgin oil) in subsidies. Not so in Germany. Instead, the government taxes biodiesel. The taxes began in 2006 because the government didn't want to give up the revenue. Thus, biodiesel isn't cost competitive there anymore. (Biodiesel provides around 11 percent less energy than regular diesel as well, which probably further hurts.)

Ironically, the E.U. is currently implementing many green technology initiatives and trying to come up with ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Diesel cars are also far more popular there than in the U.S. Sales of biodiesel in Europe so far exceed sales in the U.S.

22-Jan-08 3:00 PM

Uk Calls for Changes in Waste Oil Protocol

noemail@noranews.org — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 21:00:00 GMT

Attempts to cut the red tape governing recycled waste vegetable oil have been broadly welcomed by Europe's largest environmental technology trade association as a "positive step". However, the Environmental Industries Commission - which represents 320 environmental technology and service bodies - has criticized some elements of the biodiesel Quality Protocol being developed by the Environment Agency and WRAP. In particular, it is warning that a company recycling oil into biodiesel under the Protocol could not use the resulting fuel on its own site.

Under the quality protocol, the EA sets out criteria for when waste vegetable oil ceases to be a "waste" in the eyes of the law, and becomes the product biodiesel. The protocol is based on the recovered oil conforming to the British standard BS:EN 14214 or the alternative, BS: EN 14078. Accordingly, biodiesel derived from waste vegetable oil would have to be produced via a "chemical process" and used for combustion in "automotive engines".

The EIC - whose members include oil-recycling companies such as D1 oils and Eco-oil Ltd - claimed in its response to the 12-week consultation to the protocol that the protocol as it stands could restrict the use of biodiesel as a product to off-site use.

EIC director Merlin Hyman said, "The Protocol states that waste vegetable oil (WVO) derived biodiesel ceases to be a waste 'when it has been dispatched to the customer. This on one hand is a positive step, but its use offsite as a diesel fuel is not its only use. It can be used as fuel in the boilers or power generators onsite. We do not believe that its use should be restricted to offsite use. Also it would seem rather odd to store it onsite as waste. WVO biodiesel should cease to be a waste once it has met the requirements of BS: EN 14214.”

22-Jan-08 3:00 PM

Oil Recycling In South Africa Pays

noemail@noranews.org — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 21:00:00 GMT

In South Africa last year, over R1-million was paid out in environmental incentives (EIs) for used oil collections between March and August, says the Recycling Oil Saves the Environment (Rose) Foundation. The Foundation targets the used oil industry with the aim of increasing environmental compliance and encouraging oil collectors and recyclers to operate in a safe and responsible manner in the oil industry, through the use of environmental incentives.

National Oil Recycling Association of South Africa (Nora-SA) notes that by initiating the EI payouts, the Rose Foundation has played a role in creating awareness and educating people regarding oil recycling, and the payouts are a wonderful and encouraging reward.

An EI of 10c/ℓ has been introduced for used oil collections and, to qualify for this incentive, oil collectors must adhere to certain requirements. Collectors must be members of Nora-SA and abide by its code of conduct, be audited by the Rose Foundation, record the details of all volumes collected from used oil generators, record the disposal of used oil through approved processors, and dispose of their used oil collections through an approved Nora-SA/Rose Foundation processor, which is ISO 14 001 certified.

It is expected that the Rose Foundation will pay out between R8-million and R10-million in incentives each year. The Foundation is optimistic that incentives assist in ensuring the sustainability of the used-oil industry and is currently working on plans to introduce further incentives to encourage the processors and recyclers of used oil to meet environmental and legal requirements. In addition, the Rose Foundation is also involved in the responsible disposal of related used-oil waste, including empty oil containers, used oil filters, oily rags, and greases.

22-Jan-08 3:00 PM

NORA Celebrates America Recycles Day

noemail@noranews.org — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 15:00:00 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 20:00:00 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 18:00:00 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 17:00:00 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 15:00:00 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 18:00:00 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 17:00:00 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 21:00:00 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 18:00:00 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

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NORA Event Presentations

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 17:18:10 GMT

Select presentations from NORA meetings and presentations given on behalf of NORA members are posted here for members.

Meeting Presentations

NORA 2008 Annual Conference (Palm Springs)

Base Oil Fundamentals

Green House Gas Reductions

NORA Website

Overview of ILMA Members and Their Base Oil Needs

The European Re-Refining Industry - Overview and Evolution

The Liabilities of an Environmental Incident and How to Reduce Your Exposure

NORA 2007 Annual Conference (Orlando)

Are Your Drivers Driving You Crazy - Safety Presentation

Carbon Banking

Florida Governor's Climate Change Initiatives

Future Prospects in Renewable Energy

Shipping by Barge

NORA 2006 Annual Conference (Maui)

Bio-Diesel 101: From the Farm to Your Fuel Tank

Flying Hazardous Materials in the Wild Blue Yonder

Natural Gas

Used Oil Refining Study

What's Up in Smoke? Staying in Compliance with Air Quality Regulations

NORA Presentations

Developing Markets for Used Oil (1998)

NORA Website: Networking Tools and Exclusive Content

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 17:12:13 GMT

by Scott Parker, NORA

The content on the NORA web site has grown tremendously in the last year. Discover the priceless member-only resource and how you can access studies and reports related to the liquid recycling industry.

Click here to download the presentation: NORA Website

List of NORA Members

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 14:26:48 GMT

Strenght in Numbers! The premier companies of the liquid recycling industry are members of NORA. Together, they work to defend and grow the industry. As a member, you are in good company. This is a list of all NORA members as of 10/25/2008. The companies that have a listing in the business directory are in blue. Click on their link to learn more about their company and for contact information. Aaron Oil Company Inc AB Environmental Accurate Energy Actaris Agricultural Services, Inc Akron Canton Waste Oil Company Inc Amchem Inc. American Petroleum Institute AMSPEC APAC - Fuelport Division Atlantic Industrial Services, Inc. Avista Verfurth BBN Oil Recycling Inc Beaver Oil Company Inc Bedford Industries, Inc Blend Tech, Inc Broward County Dept. Planning & Env Protection Brown DuPree Oil Co Build-All Corporation Buzzi Unicem USA C Stoddard & Sons Inc C&J Recovery Castion Corporation Certified Labs/Purewash...

Sponsorships for NORA 2008 Annual Conference

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 02:12:13 GMT

NORA has announced the sponsorship opportunities for the NORA 2008 Annual Conference. For just a small contribution, you can support your industry and your business. This is a once a year event sponsorship opportunity to promote your company to the entire industry. All sponsors will be thanked in the newsletter, on an over-sized sign at the conference and in the conference books. First come, first served. Don't miss this opportunity! Two types of sponsorships are available: Wild Wild West Closing Party Sponsorships General Conference Sponsorships WILD WILD WEST CLOSING PARTY SPONSORSHIPS For more info about closing party sponsorships and an order form, click here. Level 1 $10,000 Sponsor receives their company logo with uplight on 10 foot square banner prominently displayed at the event, a large logo on the front of the commemorative T-shirt for all attendees, Wild West sponsor ribbon on badge, extra large logo on conference book cover, and recognition during...

Liquid Recycling Newsletter Archive

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 20:45:57 GMT

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2008 NORA Exhibitors

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 18:19:20 GMT

Here is the latest list of the companies that will be exhibiting at the 2008 NORA Annual Recycling Trade Show in California, November 5-7, 2008. If you would like to have your name on this list, complete this form. Actaris (Booth 101) Jeff Kiser 864-377-3395 jeff.kiser@actaris.itron.com www.actaris.itron.com Mass flow meters / net oil. Bedford Industries Inc. (Booth 400) David Ledoux 360-805-9099 david@bedfordindustries.com www.oberg-crusher.com Castion Corporation (Booth 104) David Delasanta 800-628-7528 ddelasanta@castion.com www.castion.com Recovery and reuse capital equipment. Chem-Tainer Industries (Booth 413) Anthony Lamb 631-661-8300 tlamb@chemtainer.com www.chemtainer.com Storage tanks for used oil and anti-freeze collection. Chemical Engineering Partners (Booth 107) Mark A. Williams 949-440-8317 markw@evergreenoil.com www.ceptechnology.com Re-refining...

2008 Conference Sessions

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 19:47:57 GMT

Here are the 2008 Conference Sessions announced to date. All sessions and titles are tentative and subject to change. Keynote Speech What World Do We Live In? The Past? The Present? The Future? presented by Delos Smith Everybody is watching Wall Street and Washington as the financial markets are in turmoil. What does it mean to you? What does it mean to your business? NORA is providing answers at the 2008 NORA Annual Conference. Delos Smith, a national economic expert who is regularly featured on CNBC, CNN, Bloomberg, Fox, Reuters, AP and the BBC, will explain the current economic situation and what the future holds in terms all attendees will appreciate. There will be plenty of time for questions and answers. Delos will address the following points: How do we clean up this mess? How on earth did we get into this mess? What options does the new administration have? What will be the role of the Federal Reserve? What will be the role of...

Trends: The Future of the Automotive, Fuels and Lubricants Industries

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 17:48:49 GMT

2008 NORA Conference Kick-Off Presentation Announced Trends: The Future of the Automotive, Fuels and Lubricants Industries Presented by Pat Fetterman, Infineum The NORA conference will kickoff with a BANG on the afternoon of November 5th with a presentation by world-class petroleum additives enterprise Infineum. The session will be a high energy, multi-media presentation looking at trends that will impact all of the sectors of the lubricants industry, including the heavy duty diesel and the automotive markets. Pat will provide attendees with data on the automotive industry and enhancements in powertrain technology, plus an update on lubricants for power transmission, small engine, passenger car and heavy-duty diesel applications. The session includes a popular four minute tour of the 2008 North American International Auto Show in Detroit and many interviews with industry representatives discussing the future directions of the global automotive, fuels and lubricants...

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 15:09:07 GMT

2008 NORA Keynote Address presented by Xeray Systems Inc. Click the link above to view a short video on a proprietary in-tank blending system. What World Do We Currently Live In? The Past? The Present? The Future? Everybody is watching Wall Street and Washington as the financial markets are in turmoil. What does it mean to you? What does it mean to your business? NORA is providing answers at the 2008 NORA Annual Conference. Delos Smith, a national economic expert who is regularly featured on CNBC, CNN, Bloomberg, Fox, Reuters, AP and the BBC, will explain the current economic situation and what the future holds in terms all attendees will appreciate. There will be plenty of time for questions and answers. Delos will address the following points: How do we clean up this mess? How on earth did we get into this mess? What options does the new administration have? What will be the role of the Federal Reserve? What will be the role of regulatory...

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

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 20:21:15 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 heels on the dance floor, walk-up to the bar in the saloon, tour antique wagons, hotel, bank, stable, and even the jail, but we’ll try to avoid going there. Finally, take a tour through a recreated gold mine with old mining equipment and historical photos. You may not strike gold, or even oil, but this watering hole is a night not to miss!

The mining camp is located near the San Andreas Fault. NORA will have a photographer so that you can forever be remembered as one of the movers and shakers of the Wild, Wild West…literally!

SPONSORSHIPS ARE NEEDED! We can only make this happen with your help!

2008 Conference Survey

noemail@noranews.org — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 17:00:00 GMT

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How is the Market Going to Be in 2007?

noemail@noranews.org — Tue, 02 Jan 2007 20:00:00 GMT

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Release Date: 2-Jan-07 2:00 PM
Expiration Date: 2-Apr-07 2:00 PM

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noemail@noranews.org — Tue, 02 Jan 2007 17:50:08 GMT

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