BLOG

TOMRA Sorting Solutions unveils new X-TRACT unit for wood waste separation

TOMRA has launched its latest generation X-TRACT unit for precise separation of wood waste.

The new X-TRACT harnesses the power of X-Ray Transmission (XRT) technology to detect and separate wood waste from impurities like inert materials, metals, heavy plastic and glass based on atomic density. The sorting system is capable of processing up to 33.6 tons of wood chips per hour, depending on material conditions like moisture content and grain size, and comes with a 16,000-hour warranty on critical components. 

Read More

New Members May 2025

Welcome to the CDRA! We're pleased to introduce our newest members.

New Members!

Coffee County Environmental Services
coffeecounty.us/environmental-services
Promoting Sustainability for the Next Generation
Coffee County Environmental Services is dedicated to deliver exceptional customer service to Coffee County, AL, residents through efficient waste collection and responsible disposal practices of solid waste, landfill, and more. The Environmental Services team is committed to providing environmentally safe solutions that enhance the quality of life in their community and promote sustainability for future generations.


Read More

Eco Materials and Alterra IOS open soil remediation facility in PA

Alterra IOS and Eco Materials have announced the completion and “grand opening” of a $40 million soil remediation and materials washing facility on the south side of Philadelphia.

Read More

WM opens $50M MRF in Maryland as part of regional upgrade plan

The new MRF, which can handle 250,000 tons per year, now has the largest capacity of all WM’s recycling centers. That capacity is necessary to serve major cities such as Baltimore and Washington, D.C.

Read More

New Members April 2025

Welcome to the CDRA! We're pleased to introduce our newest members.

New Sustaining Sponsor!

ReSource Waste Services
resourcewasteservices.com
Leading the Way in Sustainable Waste Recycling
ReSource Waste Services is the largest processor of construction and demolition (C&D) waste materials in the New England region. With facilities across Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine, ReSource Waste Services is committed to recovering valuable materials and diverting them from landfills through innovative recycling and processing techniques. Their dedication to environmental stewardship, operational excellence, and supporting a circular economy makes them a leader in sustainable waste solutions for both communities and businesses. Thank you to ReSource Waste Services for supporting CDRA and advancing the responsible management and recycling of construction and demolition materials. 


Read More

WasteExpo 2025

See You at WasteExpo!

Join us in celebrating Terri Ward, CDRA Executive Director and winner of the Women Who Inspire award, as well as Brock Hill, CDRA Executive Committee member and winner of the 40 Under 40 award. Also, let's recognize other Waste360 Award winners from CDRA member companies: Interstate Waste, LRS, Mt. Diablo Resource Recovery, Van Dyk, WM, and Waste Pro!

Read More

Sky Quarry Explores Partnership with Southwind RAS LLC.

Sky Quarry has entered into a letter-of-intent (LOI) with Southwind RAS LLC. to explore a strategic collaboration aimed at advancing shingle recycling in the Chicagoland area.

Read More

CDE Hosts Open House at Freehaven Materials on May 14

CDE is hosting an Open House event in partnership with Freehaven Materials on Wednesday, May 14 at 150TPH C&D Waste Wash Plant in Brookhaven, NY.

Read More

Owens Corning Hits Industry-First Milestone in Shingle Recycling

Owens Corning takes a significant step toward diverting shingles from landfills, announcing the completion of a commercial-scale trial to manufacture shingles using extracted asphalt from recycled shingles.

Read More

Nexwaste Acquires 3 Austin-Area Waste Businesses

Nexwaste has acquired Austin, TX area waste businesses Recon, Rockin Disposal and Mobile Magic, signaling a move to expand the company's reach in Texas.

Read More

Northstar Secures 15-Year Lease Extension for Empower Delta Facility

Northstar secures 15-year lease extension for its Empower Delta shingle recycling facility in Delta, British Columbia. This extension will support Northstar’s long-term growth and allow for the retrofit of the facility into a commercial-scale operation.

Read More

Lautenbach Recycling Welcomes Industry Veteran Tony Rounds as Business Development Manager

Lautenbach Recycling has announced the addition of Tony Rounds as its new Business Development Manager. 
Tony brings decades of recycling industry experience and a wealth of knowledge to his new role at Lautenbach.

Read More

Registration opens for Scrap Expo 2025

GIE Media opens registration for Scrap Expo 2025. The event, in its fourth year, returns to Louisville, Kentucky, Sept. 16-17 and brings together scrap metal dealers, processors, auto dismantlers and other industry professionals to experience the latest equipment innovations and build valuable business connections.

Read More

C&D World 2025 Reaches Record-Number of Attendees and Exhibitors

 The Construction & Demolition Recycling Association’s annual conference and exhibition highlights innovation and actionable insights in construction and demolition recycling.

Read More

Fire Rover, The First Human-Controlled Remotely Operated Fire Protection System Earns FM Approval

Fire Rover, a leader in remote fire detection and suppression technology, today announced its innovative Continuous Flow Primary System has earned FM Approvals certification after rigorous testing to seven critical fire safety standards.

Read More

Machinex Powers Innovative Recycling Solutions Across Public, Private, and Municipal Sectors

With the growing demand for more efficient and sustainable recycling solutions, three new Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs) have recently come online, each designed to enhance local recycling efforts and material recovery. The latest facility began operations just two weeks ago, marking another step forward in optimizing waste processing. Developed in collaboration with the City of Phoenix, Republic Services, and Interstate Waste Services (IWS), these three projects integrate advanced sorting technologies to improve efficiency, increase recovery rates, and support long-term sustainability goals. 

Read More

Viably and Turmec partner on 150,000-ton C&D waste processing plant

Viably and Turmec partner on 150,000-ton C&D waste processing plant. The MRF project will transform waste processing for Boyas Recycling in Ohio.

Read More

Grant Alert: MassDEP Waste Reduction Innovation Grant Opens April 15!

MassDEP is excited to announce that the first-ever Waste Reduction Innovation Grant will open on April 15! Applications are due July 15 by 11:59 p.m. ET. 

Read More

Sustainability delivers competitive advantages says CDE as AGG1 panel announced

Washing experts convene panel for sustainability discussion.

As more and more operations recognize and reap the economic and environmental rewards from adopting sustainable business practices, washing experts CDE has announced a panel discussion at AGG1 to showcase how sustainable thinking can be a market differentiator and deliver competitive advantage in a time when natural reserves deplete, and the regulatory environment evolves. 

Read More

CDRA Announces Annual Award Recipients to be Recognized at C&D World

Chicago, IL – The Construction & Demolition Recycling Association (CDRA) is pleased to announce the recipients of its prestigious Annual Awards, including C&D Recycler of the Year, Hall of Fame, President’s Award, Member of the Year, and Best Practices in Safety Awards. Award winners will be recognized on Wednesday, March 13th, during the upcoming C&D World Conference and Exhibition in Dallas, TX, running March 11-14, 2025.

Read More