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What Goes Behind Our Car Recycling Process?

Car recycling is a critical process that helps reduce environmental impact, conserve natural resources, and manage end-of-life vehicles (ELVs) responsibly. At our recycling facility, we follow a comprehensive and environmentally friendly procedure to ensure that every car component is either reused, repurposed, or disposed of safely. Here’s a detailed look at what goes behind our process of car recycling.

Step I: Initial Inspection and Valuation

The first step is the initial inspection and valuation. Once we have paid you in cash for your Mazda car or any other brand, we will remove the car from your property and transport it to our facility. The vehicle is then thoroughly inspected to assess its condition and determine the potential value of its parts and materials. This involves checking the engine, transmission, bodywork, and interior components. Based on this assessment, we provide an accurate valuation for the vehicle, ensuring transparency and fairness for the owner.

Step II: Draining and Disposal of Fluids

Once the car is inspected, the next step of recycling is to drain and dispose of all hazardous fluids safely. This includes engine oil, transmission fluid, coolant, brake fluid, and fuel. These fluids are carefully extracted and stored in designated containers to prevent any leakage or contamination. 

We adhere to strict environmental regulations during this recycling process to ensure that everything goes as planned and toxic substances are disposed of or recycled in an eco-friendly manner.

Step III: Dismantling and Salvaging Parts

After draining the fluids, the vehicle is dismantled to salvage usable parts. Components such as the engine, transmission, alternator, and starter motor are carefully removed and tested for functionality. Good-condition parts are cleaned, refurbished if necessary, and made available for resale. This not only provides a cost-effective solution for customers seeking after-market car parts but also reduces the demand for new manufacturing, conserving resources and energy.

Step IV: Recycling Metals and Materials

The car’s remaining structure, primarily composed of metal, is then processed for recycling. The vehicle is crushed or wrecked to tear it down into smaller, manageable pieces. These pieces are sorted to separate ferrous metals (such as steel) from non-ferrous metals (such as aluminium and copper). 

Advanced machinery and techniques, including magnetic separation and eddy current separation, are used to ensure precise sorting. The recovered metals are then sent to specialised facilities where they are melted down and repurposed for manufacturing new products. This is a sustainable way of getting rid of ELVs.

Step V: Environmentally Safe Disposal of Non-Recyclable Components

Not all parts can be recycled, so it’s crucial to handle non-recyclable components responsibly. Materials such as certain plastics, rubber, and glass are sorted and processed accordingly. Non-recyclable items are disposed of in compliance with environmental regulations to ensure minimal environmental impact. Our commitment to sustainability drives us to continuously seek innovative ways to reduce the amount of waste sent to landfills.

That being said, our process of providing cash for Nissan cars or any other car brand is an elaborate and sustainable approach to managing end-of-life vehicles. Through these efforts, we strive to create a cleaner, greener future for generations to come.

Got An End Of Life Vehicle To Recycle?

Car Removals Canberra is a leading company that recycles all types of vehicles, regardless of their make and model. 

Simply let us know what we’re dealing with, and we’ll assess & hand you a FREE quote. Once you agree, we’ll tow away your car and pay you in cash instantly. Dial 0474 111 666 to schedule a visit.