Rimco Inc. partners with Liebherr for efficient handling of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Liebherr machines offer safety features, technology and customization, boosting productivity. The century-old partnership displays Rimco's commitment to excellence in the scrap industry.
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The LH 40 industry in action.
Recycled and scrapped materials play a pivotal role in society by promoting waste reduction, conserving natural resources and providing economic benefits to local communities.
By recycling ferrous and non-ferrous metals, plastic, paper and other materials, local scrap yards help reduce the amount of waste sent to landfills, decrease pollution across the nation and save significant amounts of energy compared to producing new materials from raw resources.
St. Louis-based Rimco Inc. is well-versed in the demanding requirements of maintaining efficient scrap operations. Specializing in both commercial, industrial and residential scrap metal recycling, Rimco collaborates with a diverse range of clients to ensure that discarded ferrous and non-ferrous metals are handled properly. With more than 100 years of experience, Rimco has established itself as a leader in the scrap industry. The company relies on Liebherr material handling machines to tackle its toughest jobs, ensuring reliability and efficiency in its operations.
"Rimco and their leadership team continue to expand and elevate their family business, achieving increasingly impressive results each year," said Hampton Wideman, regional business manager, Liebherr USA Co. "They are making strategic decisions and creating opportunities for continued influence in the St. Louis market and in the overall scrap and recycling industry. This enables Rimco to participate and excel in community activities, charitable giving and contribute to making the St. Louis area a better place for current and future generations. It has been a great experience getting to know the Rimco team and sharing their story."
Custom Solutions for Scrap Handling
As one of the toughest applications in industrial goods handling, Liebherr said it understands the demanding working conditions of a scrap yard. Moving large scale, bulky and heavy loads with sharp edges requires extreme safety requirements. Liebherr machines not only offer the necessary strength required, but also maximizes safety and innovative technologies that optimize scrap handling processes. This includes a wide range of visibility in the cab, safety guards and numerous assistance systems including tool control and stabilization assistant allowing Rimco safer and more efficient working conditions, according to the company.
Liebherr offers a diverse portfolio of material handling machines that support sorting, transport and loading, as well as shredding and feeding of materials. In addition, Liebherr offers a wide array of attachments specifically developed for scrap handling to help maximize the efficiency, flexibility and performance of the entire scrap handling process including orange peel grabs, sorting grabs, hydraulic magnets, stick extensions and quick-coupling systems.
Masterful Material Handling
Rimco, Inc. recently expanded its 12-acre St. Louis scrap yard fleet with the addition of two new Liebherr material handling machines: the LH 40 industry. One of these machines is equipped with a multi-tine grab, ideal for handling large, irregular scrap materials, while the other is fitted with a magnet, perfect for efficiently sorting and moving ferrous metals.
The high-performance LH 40 industry material handling machine is a performer in its class. With the patented ERC System (energy recovery system), the maximum handling capacity is guaranteed while lowering the overall fuel consumption. This not only equips the machine with more power, but faster work cycles allowing Rimco to work efficiently day to day, according to Liebherr. In additon, the machines can be equipped with a variety of attachments, allowing Rimco to choose what fits their individual needs best.
Rimco worked closely with Liebherr dealer Central Power Systems & Services to find the right machines that meet its requirements. Central Power Systems & Services provides a wide range of Liebherr earthmoving and material handling technology equipment within the South-Central US.
Rimco has been a loyal customer of Liebherr since the early 1990's, consistently choosing Liebherr equipment due to its outstanding reliability and performance. The company values the durability and efficiency of Liebherr machines, which is crucial for maintaining their operations. This long-standing partnership highlights Rimco's commitment to using top-tier technology to optimize their scrap handling processes and ensure smooth, continuous operations.
For more information, visit www.liebherr.com.
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