Ability to execute and maintain waste reduction needs. Level of commitment to helping your reduce your waste. Track record of providing recycling services for you and other customers. Business ties with local recycling materials brokers. The markets for newspaper, cardboard, office paper, glass, metal, plastic and other recyclable materials are often unstable and unpredictable.
Brokers typically provide a link between recyclers and manufacturers.
Most brokers specialize in a particular material such as paper, metals or plastic, although some will handle multiple categories of materials. They may service you directly and provide technical assistance or equipment rentals. More frequently, however, they serve you indirectly by receiving recyclable materials through a hauler. Flexibility to meet your waster reduction needs. Track record in moving low-value recyclable materials.