ISO 9001 and ISO 14001

 ISO 9001

ISO 9001 is the international standard for quality management system (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ISO_9000).  It is a standard that is used by organizations to demonstrate their ability to provide products and services that meet customer and regulatory requirements. It also demonstrates continuous improvement. Among the different documents in the ISO 9000 family of standards, ISO 9001 is the only standard that requires certification. The current certification version is ISO 9001:2015 (https://www.iso.org/iso-9001-quality-management.html). Things to note: 

1. Size of the organization does not matter – IS0 9001 can be implemented across organizations.

2. Nature of the industry does not matter (service or manufacturing). 

3. ISO 9001 is not a standard for products and does not define product quality – it is in fact, a process-based standard.

4. ISO 9001 is not personal standard. An individual cannot get certified to ISO 9001. The organization or company becomes certified. 

Note: Individuals can become an ISO 9001 certified Lead Auditor after completing a training course. It allows them to audit other companies.

5. In order to become ISO 9001 certified, an organization must: 

• Follow the required procedure to implement ISO 9001 quality management system (QMS). (https://the9000store.com/step-by-step/ )

• Next, a Certification Body audits the performance of the organization against the latest version of the ISO 9001 Requirements. (https://the9000store.com/iso-9001-2015-requirements/) 

The Registrar issues an ISO 9001 Certificate for a three-year period after the organization passes the audit. 

6. To maintain their ISO 9001 certification status, the organization must be re-certified every three years.

ISO 14001

The ISO 14000 family has applications for companies that use practical tools in order to manage their environmental responsibilities (https://www.iso.org/iso-14001-environmental-management.html). The ISO 14001 defines the criteria for an environmental management system. It maps the outline that a company/organization can follow to set up an effective environmental management system. (https://www.iso.org/standard/60857.html) 

ISO 14001 is designed for any type of organization – it is an aid that can provide assurance to company management, employees, and stakeholders that environmental impact of the organization is being measured and consistently upgraded.

1. ISO 14001 provides requirements and guidance for use that relates to environmental systems. 

2. Other standards in the 14000 family focuses on specific approaches, for example, audits, communications, labelling, life cycle analysis, and environmental challenges such as climate change.

3. ISO 14001:2015 specifies the requirements for an environmental management system. This system can be used by an organization to enhance its environmental performance. It is intended to ease an organization’s environmental responsibilities in a systematic manner that contributes to the environmental pillar of sustainability.

4. The desired output of ISO 14001 includes:

• Improvement in environmental performance.

• Implementation of compliance obligations.

• Attainment of environmental objectives.

5. ISO 14001 is applicable to any organization regardless of its size, type, and nature. It applies to the environmental aspects of the organization’s activities, products and services. However, ISO 14001 does not state specific environmental performance criteria.

From the recycling companies in UAE, it is recommended to choose a company that adheres to quality standards and adheres to their responsibility towards environment sustainability. 

Metal recycling is an essential step towards saving the already-depleting resources and strengthens the circular economy. Amongst the metal recycling companies in Dubai, Lucky Group is one of the renowned ISO 9001:2015 & ISO14001:2015 certified metal recycling company in UAE. 

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3 Costly mistakes to avoid while picking up “Scrap Metals”

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Recycling metals offer both economic and environmental benefits. Metal is produced and used in abundance on an industrial level including household where metal is used in our day-to-day life. Recycling does not only help in de-cluttering, but also a source of additional revenue. However, lack of experimental metal knowledge and its handling will results losses. Below are the three costly mistakes to avoid while picking up the scrap metals: 

Choosing the right recycling company

The most efficient way of ensuring the used metal is recycled to its fullest is by choosing the most capable, professional and energy efficient recycling company. Many companies offer scrap pick-up, however, these companies may or may not have the required specialization or license to recycle the metals. Also, many companies that offer free pickup do not recycle the scrap themselves, and merely act as an agent to make profits. 

Lucky group specializes in metal recycling using energy efficient and environment-friendly methods. It leads among the recycling companies in UAE for its recycling abilities.

Looking for the best prices

One of the most common mistakes made in picking up scrap metal is by the seller does not do their research about the scrap market trends. Usually, a seller trades the scrap metal with the first scrap yard they come across. Scrap metal prices fluctuate from time to time. Some metals fetch more value than the others – it also depends on which metal recycling company in Dubai the seller opts for. Some companies charge huge amount for removal and segregating scrap. The seller ends up making a meagre or sometimes makes zero profit. It is always a great idea to compare prices offered and research about the services offered, for example, free on-site certified weighment, swift on-site segregation, and free collection also prompt payment before finalizing the most profit-earning option. If you need any assistance, contact our expert team at info@luckygroup.com who will assist you to get the most lucrative value for your metal scrap.

Segregating the metal scrap before the pickup

Segregation is crucial for recycling for various reasons. Different scrap metals have different values. If the scrap metal is not separated properly, one might not get the best price. Moreover, the recycling process could also take longer. The seller should segregate the metal scrap according to their types and grades. Not only will it help them to get the better price, but also make the recycling process faster. 

Recycling is a diligent job. On industrial level, time is truly of an essence. It is important to find a recycling company that offers flexibility and meets the scheduling requirements of the seller. Lucky Recycling recognizes this need of the seller and offers not only the best price on the scrap metals, but also maintain scheduling flexibility. Being skilled and equipped with best recycling capabilities, you can be rest assured that the scrap metal is recycled to its full potential. 

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Health & Safety best practices at Recycling Facilities

The scope of recycling industry is not only associated with collecting and processing of scrap metals to make it available for manufacturing industries but also to benefit our communities and the environment at large.

Recycling companies in UAE has grown rapidly over the past decades but the question is, are we following a sustainable and a safe recycling modus operandi? 

Recycling is good for the environment but it can be dangerous for workers if we do not follow health and safety guidelines, investigate accidents at work, and make sure employers and employees are safe at work.

Urban Miner - Lucky Group is one of the most renowned companies all over the globe which is very particular about its quality of the products; likewise it is also particular about the health and safety of their employees and visitors. It follows some strict rules and regulations pertaining to the health and safety like;

1. It gives detailed training, information and instructions about the safety measures to its employees. 

2. Keeping in mind the standard and reputation of the company proper infrastructure in terms of cleanliness, accommodation, pollution and work environment is given to the employees.

3. The company has periodical updates of health and safety policies, operational procedures   and also of management process.

4. The most important factor of health and safety at Lucky Group is the missions to remain an accidental-free environment.

It is true that health and safety risks are always associated with all types of recycling activities.  Lucky Group has experienced Health and Safety officers who take care of their employees. There is a timely Health and Safety check done by HR’s and HSE managers. They see to it that whether the measures are followed properly and well executed on time.

Lucky recycling tries to reduce pollution by using sustainable resources. These companies are known for taking environmental safety measures by giving the best service to the customers.

For more information visit us at http://www.luckygroup.com

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Brass in Automotive Industry

 Brass is one of the most versatile alloys created by a composition of copper and zinc.

It is debated that Brass is known to have been found since the ancient times. Its true value as an alloy was not understood until the post-medieval period.  

A muted yellow color somewhat similar to gold and the most noticeable alloy has great importance used in electric components, engineering, used in different accessories like watches, design materials, musical instruments, decorate buildings, particularly interiors and sanitary ware, plumbing installations, fittings and valves etc. 

Due to its strength and heat-resistance, brass auto parts are widely utilized for different automobile vehicles as well like cars, truck, bikes etc.

As development in automotive industry, manufacturers are designing the components made of brass with industrial innovations and more advance technologies that are fully competitive and lower in material costs compare to aluminium counter parts. As base metals for radiators, copper and brass require fewer manufacturing steps has longer life with high quality features.

The greatest advantage of using brass in multiple applications is that it is a sustainable metal. It is a known fact that brass product supplier and manufacturers throughout the world depend on recycled brass scrap for their resources.  The metal from recycled radiators will be significantly easier to re-melt. In fact, this alloy retains its original structure even after brazing. 

There are many other usages of brass and brass alloys. The need for brass is increasing and to meet the needs it is necessary that brass should be available in greater amount.  Sources of brass scrap are limited in Dubai. The main scrap buyers in Dubai is Lucky Recycling; a division of Lucky Group. 

Lucky Group is an environmentally conscious entity to make the availability of brass scrap easier to manufacturers in the most ecologically beneficial way possible.

To know more about the Lucky Group kindly visit: www.luckygroup.com

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