To help minimize the risk of purchasing stolen material, Metro Recycling takes the following precautions:

• Every recycling transaction is recorded in our computer system.

• Numerous cameras monitor the Metro yards and record when a transaction was made.

• Certain materials require a letterhead authorized release signed by the business owner or authorized personnel.

• Each yard manager receives a theft alert that is sent from ISRI's Theft Alert System that describes the stolen material.
   

Scrap Recycling Theft 
Scrap theft is a growing issue in the recycling industry today. As commodity prices rise, so does the amount of scrap theft. The scrap recycling industry is working hard to be a part of the solution to this growing problem. Becoming part of the solution means putting preventative measures into place. It is important to Metro Recycling to use tools such as ISRI's Scrap Theft Alert System, video cameras and other tools to prevent buying stolen material.

Company Letterhead

In some cases, Metro Recycling may request that the customer provide a letter from the company to prove ownership of material was transferred. If this is the case, the letterhead must contain:

1. Transfer of ownership must be printed on an official company letterhead (nothing handwritten)

2. Authorized name of the customer who will be delivering material

3. Authorized material that is being sold

4. Name, telephone number, and signature of company representative that has given the customer authorization to sell material.

 

Metro Recycling has the right to contact the authorizing company to validate letterhead accuracy.