Over the last few years, Ontario-based DMS Metals, a second-generation family-run scrap metal and auto recycler under the ownership of Andrew and Paul Gallo, has experienced enough of an increase in volumes to justify two very significant equipment and capability upgrades. This past March, DMS Metals (established in 1974 as Don Mills Steel and Metals Ltd.), located in Stouffville, Ontario, […]
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In mid-September, WENDT hosted a webinar session that covered the basics for First Time Shredder Operators. Shredder and Ferrous Downstream Business Development Manager, Ethan Willard, provided attendees with a high level process of investigating and understanding the business behind owning a shredder. The presentation included: Who should be considering a shredder operation? Building a business case Above and beyond the […]
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Fastmarkets (formerly AMM) selected WENDT CORPORATION as the Scrap Equipment Company of the Year in a virtual presentation of their Global Awards for Steel Excellence. Tom Wendt, President, accepted the award saying, “This award is especially satisfying in such a difficult year with unprecedented volatility due to the virus. Over the years our strength has been in our ability to […]
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Family owned and operated DMS Metals Ltd. has commissioned its first automobile shredder. The purchase of the WENDT M6090 Modular Shredder Plant and Non-Ferrous System provides the company with additional versatility and independence while aiding in the company’s overall growth strategy. Established in 1974, DMS Metals is a second-generation family-run business, now under the leadership of Andrew and Paul Gallo. […]
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WENDT hosted a webinar session focused on the challenges that Automobile Shredder Operators face with their Non-Ferrous Recovery Operations. As product purity requirements have been rising, Shredder Operators have been forced to slow down their Non-Ferrous Recovery Plants, add manual labor, and change their processes. However, the market disruption has created opportunities for those prepared to react. On Tuesday, June […]
Read MoreFull Podcast Transcript Val Andrews: Hello everyone. My name is Val Andrews. I’m the Marketing Manager here at WENDT. Today I’m going to be interviewing our Business Development Managers in this Ask the Expert session. These questions have come from our customers on the topics that matter most to them. So with that, let’s get some introductions underway. […]
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Global leader in sensor-based sorting systems, TOMRA Sorting Recycling, is renowned for spearheading technological developments and its latest innovation is no exception. TOMRA has further developed X-TRACT units for magnesium removal, a ground-breaking x-ray-based solution which can separate magnesium from aluminum in products such as Zorba and Twitch. With consistently high purity rates of up to 99% being achieved in […]
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WENDT hosted a live webinar in April on multi-functional wire chopping systems. MTB Business Development Manager Dave Siejka went into depth on what classifies as a multi-functional plant and all of the different grades of material it can handle, from the lowest grade input to the highest grade input, without sacrificing productivity or capabilities. The webinar covered the importance of […]
Read MoreAs we all continue to navigate this historical time together, we wanted to provide an update on the actions WENDT CORPORATION is taking as we remain committed to supporting our customers. Our Response: Since our last update, WENDT has been deemed an essential business as we are classified as providing material & services to the metal recycling industry which directly impacts […]
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By: Ethan Willard, WENDT Shredder Business Development Manager. Featured in the April issue of Recycling Today Magazine The key to any shredding yard is the auto shredder itself. The shredder is the heartbeat of the yard, setting the pace for the incoming feedstock, downstream equipment and the outbound products. Therefore, it is of the utmost importance to keep the shredder […]
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