Interesting Facts about Recycling

We have often heard of the environmental phrase “reduce, reuse, and recycle”. The question is, what do these terms really mean? Reducing implies decreasing the volume of waste we generate as well as the amount of harmful chemicals we use in the first place. Reusing means making optimum use of the products that we purchase as well as donating them to free recycle groups. Recycling, which is an extremely crucial step in this process is basically a series of activities within a cycle that includes the separation and collection of materials that otherwise would be considered waste. It also includes the processing and re-manufacturing of these items into new products, and the use of the recycled products to complete the cycle. I have written this blog post with the sole purpose of explaining about what we can save by recycling and the numerous benefits of recycling.

They are as follows:

Recycling saves energy: Energy is a perfect example of what we can save by recycling. A large amount of energy goes into collection of raw materials and the production of fresh products. For example, the energy that goes into the production of one aluminium can is enough to recycle 20 aluminium cans. Therefore on a large scale, recycling could translate into huge reductions in energy costs.

Recycling conserves resources: There is a tremendous amount of gasoline that goes into the manufacturing of aluminum cans. Recycling helps conserve this limited natural resource. Similarly, a lot of forests are cut down to produce fresh paper and this results in infinite consequences like global warming, loss of natural habitat, soil erosion and the extinction of endangered animals. Recycling can put an end to this problem.

Additional income:  An additional source of income is an excellent example of the benefits of recycling. Recycling can serve as a source of income as there is a lot of money in recycling. There are many miscellaneous articles that lie around our houses that will eventually end up in landfills. Recycling can put these items to better use and also generate a bit of income. Even communities that come together to recycle their waste can considerably reduce their waste disposal costs.

Thus we can see that recycling not only conserves natural resources but also benefits individuals and communities. Recycling is a matter of choice and it time we become more responsible before it too late.

Never Refuse To Reduce- Benefits of Precycling

It is pretty evident that everyone has heard the phrase-“reduce, reuse and recycle”. Although recycling is considered as a good habit there is now a need to take this sense of responsibility and accountability to a new level. Precycling is a proactive approach of making wise purchasing decisions in order to reduce the amount of waste that we generate. The key component of successful precycling is finding effective ways to reduce waste. The most important part of the process is knowing how to avoid redundant waste. We can do this by simply avoiding disposable items and purchasing items with less packaging.



This is a positive approach as it encourages people to look for ways to prevent utilizing items that will generate waste and obtain products that can be reused or recycled for better uses. This practice takes into account the total quantity of waste that a product will generate before it is purchased. Precycling can help reduce household waste from four garbage bags a week to one by reducing both the amount of trash we bring into our homes and the amount of trash we throw away. This approach to waste management not only benefits the environment but it also help in saving money.



The following are a few easy and simple tips on how you can learn to precycle.

• Minimal packaging: Start shopping for products that use minimal packaging. Minimal packaging means that fewer materials were created to begin with and thus less is wasted once the product is used.


• Refillables and concentrates: Refillables and concentrates have only just begun to gain popularity as eco friendly options. These products require less packaging due to their small size therefore save both materials and energy during manufacturing. This also saves money for the manufacturing companies and they in turn pass on the savings to the purchaser.


• Bulk Purchasing: A lot of people shop in bulk to save money but many do not even realize that its waste reducing potential. Less packaging is used for products that are sold in bulk as each product does not need to be packed individually.


• Disposables: Although disposable products like paper napkins, plastic cups and plates are purchased for their convenience they are responsible for generating a large amount of waste. It is best to avoid such products as they ultimately end up in landfills where they take up excess space.
  
  

To start implementing these principles in your daily lives you can begin by reducing all your unnecessary waste by making environmentally-sound and cleaver decisions at the store. Making responsible purchasing decisions can help you prevent needless waste from entering the solid waste stream.

Lucky Group: Happy New Year 2013 !!

As this year comes to an end, we at Lucky Group would like to take this opportunity to wish all our colleagues, staff, associates and clients a happy and prosperous new year.


May the coming year bring you health, wealth, peace and joy.

We look forward to working together with you in the New Year.

Here's wishing you & your loved ones a happy 2013 !!

Ban on Cash Transactions for Scrap Metal Trade

Due to the increasingly high value of metalin the UK, the crime rate for stolen scrap metal was on rise. The feeble laws surrounding the scrap metal trade, worked in the favour of unscrupulous scrap metals yard owners, traders and recyclers. The administration in England and Wales took up the matter in the House of Commons and passed the new controversial rule. On the 3^rd of December, a legislation banning all cash transactions at recycling yards came in to effect. The legislation stated that scrap metal dealers would now be forced to carry out trade via electronic payments or cheque. They would also be required to maintain a record of all transactions and deals made. The legislation also stated that anyone found guilty of disobeying the new statutory law would be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. Offenders would be liable to pay heavy fines or even have their license cancelled. The audit trail that is facilitated by the legislature will lead back to all parties who profit through metal theft.

Amendments to the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders (LASPO) Act will mean that all cash transactions for metal at recycling yards will be outlawed.  The new Act also gives the police force the necessary jurisdiction to enter scrap metal yards at will and ascertain whether the ban on cash payments is being complied with. If protocol is found to be breached, the employee responsible for making the payment, the management, and the company that has failed to take reasonable steps to prevent payment being made will be prosecuted.



The BTP (British transport police) deputy chief constable Paul Crowther stated that metal theft was a serious threat to the infrastructure of Great Britain and that the outdated legislation has been exploited unscrupulous metal recyclers for far too long.

The British authorities also hope that these measures will have a negative impact on the market for stolen metal as well as illegal scrap metal recycling and that the severe sanctions will deter anyone from metal theft. However, this new legislation cannot function in isolation and will require the cooperation and support of the industry, police and other agencies.

UAE Celebrates 41 Glorious Years of Unity

The sound of joy and cheer filled the air as thousands of happy people came together to celebrate the nations 41^st National day. Even the occasional shower of rain failed to stand in the way of the 41st Sprit of the union.  The Streets were shadowed by a panorama of people sporting the national colours-red, green, white and black.

A variety of entertaining activities were organized by each Emirate for the national day celebrations. The heritage Village in Abu Dhabi hosted a number of cultural activities such as camel rides, hooded falcons and exotic dances to celebrate the time-honoured Emirati culture. Local women could be seen giving cooking displays at the traditional market which also hosted informative sessions on the UAE’s agricultural history. Most vehicles were adorned with flags, stickers and pictures of the UAE’s rulers despite the warnings of fines. The locals of Al Ain visited the Historic Souq Al Qattara that was recently reopened to celebrate the national day while others visited Jebal Hafeet and Green Mubazzarah to see the horse parade.

The Down town Dubai Parade that is held annually attracted hundreds of people who thronged to the Emaar Boulevard on Sunday afternoon. Organizers reported that more than 3,500 people participated in the parade. Also, unveiled at the parade was Mercedes jeep that was encrusted with Dh1 coins.

An enormous UAE flag was hoisted on a 123-metre tall flag pole (7^th tallest in the world) at Sharjah. The ceremony was inaugurated by Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi (ruler of Sharjah). There was also an event held opposite Al Jazeera Park that featured a musical show as well as a march by the Sharjah Police band. There was also an array of cultural dances, multimedia shows, and fire work displays held at the Sharjah fountain.


Many people in Ras Al Khaimah flocked to the streets in their colourful cars decorated with twinkling lights to celebrate the auspicious day. The Fujairah City Centre hosted a number of traditional activities like a Marine songs, traditional dance performances and games. 40000 Chinese lanterns, decorated in the UAE national colours, lit up the night sky at the cornice inn Ajman. There was also a national day celebration march at the cornice similar to the one organized at Umm Al Quwain.

An ambience of patriotism and joy filled the air as the 41^st spirit of the union filled the hearts of the citizens of the UAE.

We at Lucky Group of companies are honoured and privileged to congratulate the leadership of the UAE and our esteemed clients on this grand occasion of the 41^st anniversary of its union.

Spirit Of The Union - 41st UAE National Day

We at Lucky Group are honoured to congratulate the leadership of the UAE and our esteemed clients on this grand occasion of the 41^st anniversary of its union.

We would also like to send out our best wishes to H.H. SHEIKH KHALIFA BIN ZAYED AL NAHYAN, (president of the Arab emirates) HH SHEIKH MOHAMMED BIN RASHID AL MAKTOUM, (vice president, Prime Minister of the UAE and ruler of Dubai) along with their highness's, the members of the supreme council as well as their royal families.

It also gives us great pleasure to congratulate the honourable citizens of the United Arab Emirates on achieving 41 glorious years of unity and prosperity.

Aluminum and its most striking features

Aluminum is a silvery-white metal that is abundantly present in earth’s crust. Its attributes and utilities make it one of the most useful materials known to man. Aluminum is tremendously versatile and has more than 300 recognized alloy compositions. An Aluminum alloy is an alloy in which Aluminum is the predominant metal. The alloying elements used most frequently by aluminum alloy manufacturers are magnesium, copper, silicon, zinc and manganese.

Aluminum and its alloys are used quite extensively in the production of engineering structures, transportation facilities and packaging. The various properties of aluminum that make it a superior metal are as follows:

• Durability: Although these alloys tend to lose a bit of strength at tremendously high temperatures, their strength increases at sub zero temperatures. This important property makes aluminum an extremely useful low-temperature alloy.

• Corrosion resistant: Aluminum alloys also have a strong resistance to corrosion. This Property of aluminum is a result of its reactions to the atmosphere. This protective oxide skin that is created due to the atmosphere, shields it from weathering conditions, chemicals and acids.

• Good electrical conductor: It is also an extremely good electrical conductor and is used more than copper even though the latter is a better conductor. This is because of its low density and its high cost efficiency.

• Malleable: Like gold, aluminum is an extremely malleable metal and can be cast into many forms. Aluminum can easily be rolled, forged, hammered and stamped into a variety of shapes. Aluminum can also have a wide variety of surface finishes and does not produce toxic fumes when burned at high temperatures.

• Light weight: Aluminum is very light weight and has a low density. This makes it an excellent choice of material in the manufacturing of airplanes. It also makes aluminum easier and cheaper to ship and transport.

One of the most striking features of Aluminum is that it can be recycled over and over, without losing any of its properties or compromising on quality. Because of its various utilities and abundant availability, scrap recycling companies and scrap dealers have come to realize the immense value of this precious metal.