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August 15, 2019 Please FORWARD to a colleague. SUBSCRIBE
re·pur·posed·MA·TE·RI·ALS (noun) - byproducts and waste that have value "as is" to a second, unrelated industry. LEARN MORE ABOUT US>>
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repurposedINBOX: "Our company manufacturers and installs the big fabric domes on stadiums, event centers, etc. We have some surplus rolls of fabric from past job overages we want to move. Interested?" - Marian
Q: Like Marian, do you have obsolete inventory you'd like out of your warehouse? If "yes", Email Us Details>>
Dome Fabric. Several types and styles. ORDER ONLINE>>
    
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repurposedINBOX: "We have 23 pallets of new strapping that was over ordered for a project by one of our customers in Fort Worth, TX. Let me know if you are interested. Each pallet contains 24 rolls." - James
Poly Strap Banding. Make/Model: Signode 2040 Jumbo Polyester Banding ORDER ONLINE>>
  
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Our Customers: "Regarding your cargo netting, you might contact various Boy Scout Councils. When they set up challenge courses (high ropes courses), a cargo net is often one of the “events” on the course. The nets do wear out due to weather, so have to be replaced periodically. Just a suggestion…" - Alan Ritter
New Sizes Available...Cargo Nets. ORDER ONLINE>>
   
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repurposedINQUIRY: "Can you Skype or Facetime into one of our 4th Grade class periods and talk about 'repurposing'? Sustainability is a focus for us this year. And, we think a lesson on 'repurposing' would be a nice addition!" - Marissa
NOTE: Our founder, Damon Carson, always enjoys presenting the fun and crazy Before and After message of "repurposing" castoffs of American business. Whether it is a 4th Grade class, a company Lunch & Learn, or a live keynote at a big industry conference, the "repurposing" mission/concept is always educational and entertaining. If you would like more details, Contact Us>>
Youtube Video>> Click to Watch & Hear one of Damon's presentations
    
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repurposedINBOX: "I saw these wine barrel project pictures online of a cooler and a bathroom sink. I thought they were so cool that I saved the pictures thinking I might do it some day. Your newsletter reminded me I had the pics." - Todd in Boise, ID
Wine Barrels. We just did a deal for 2 truckloads (400+ barrels) of wine barrels last week. It's probably been 5-6 years since we last had wine barrels in stock. They sold quickly last time! We got in a truckload in both Dallas and Denver. Order Online>>
   
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LinkedIn: "Damon, I read your email almost every day, and have sent in a few suggestions. You and your company have great ideas, and they are good for all of us." – Barbara Chance
Connect w/ Damon on LinkedIn>>
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Locations: (303-321-1471) Denver, Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, Philadelphia
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repurposedCUSTOMER: We sold 8 bins to a plant research company in Montana for grain and seed storage. Jessica, we appreciate your business!
Collapsible Metal Bins. Size: 57" x 44" x 42" Qty: 140 L: Dallas Bin Pricing>>
    
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-- We are America's largest..."Industrial Thrift Store" --
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mostWANTED. Got unwanted stuff that would be a candidate for "repurposing"? We Buy / Sell / Trade. Send details about what you have to deal on. Contact Us>>
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backSTORY: Roofing contractor didn't want to see these melted as scrap metal.
Steel Coils. Dims: 24 gauge x several widths See Pricing>>
    
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readerMAIL: "Hello Glenda, I have to say that I get a real rush when seeing what products and transitions are being created!! I want to be a part of it! I see what you have posted and have many ideas & avenues where the products could be used. I come from a family that has always reused and found value in repurposing. It's the hunt and imagination...…" - Diane Louise in California
RE: Diane, We love..."it's the hunt and imagination"!! Those are two words that really capture the spirit of a "repurposer"!
    
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BEFORE: The US Forest Service called asking if we could help with 250,000' (yes, 50 miles) of decommissioned fire hose. We said "yes"!
INQUIRY: "I am with the Fossil Group. Our products include watches, jewelry and handbags, with brands like Michael Kors, Marc Jacobs, Fossil, Armani Exchange, etc. We are looking for the used fire hose fabric for development, maybe strap etc. Could you please provide a swatch card for our review?" - Sisi Chan
Q: Like the US Forest Service, do you have obsolete materials that you'd like to find a 2nd home for? If yes, Email Us Details>>
Fire Hose: Buy Online>>
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repurposedCUSTOMER: "I know this hospital flooring is good stuff. At the cheap price you're offering, I want to buy 3 rolls to use as garage flooring to keep the ice, snow, and muck off the concrete." - John. John, We appreciate your business!
Commercial Sheet Flooring. 4 colors to choose from. L: Philadelphia Press for Colors & Pricing>>
    
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BEFORE: "I have 41 spools of new, unused 3/8" guy wire...about 20,000'. We build huge concrete water tanks. We add this wire inside the concrete forms to add strength. We never splice the wire. So, when there isn't enough wire left on the spool to do a complete loop, we scrap the remaining guy wire. Seems wasteful I know, but that is the way we do it. With this particular tank the remnants happen to be about 500' per spool." - Aaron
Q: Like Aaron, do you have remnants OR drops left over from your manufacturing process? If "yes", Email Us Details>>
3/8" Guy Wire. L: Philadelphia Here for Pricing>>
   
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BEFORE: When they need an odd width conveyor belt say 32" wide, they will cut 4" off a 36" roll to get the proper width. The 4" trimming is a drop or remnant of the conveyor industry. These drops can be 100's of feet long of brand new, unused rubber that has all kinds of "repurposing" possibilities!
Q: Do you have trimmings, remnants, or drops from your operation that would be a good candidate for "repurposing"? Email Us Details>>
AFTER: Sold a bunch of trimmings to an antique tractor restorer. He attaches the rubber around the steel wheels so the steel doesn't tear up the concrete and asphalt when he drives in parades. William, we appreciate your business!
Conveyor Belt Trimmings. Widths: 4"-12". Order Online>>
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repurposedSUGGESTION: "Your used roofing pavers look a whole lot like the foundation insulation panels they sell to insulated the exposed foundation walls around your house." - Eric Jansen in Vermont
Insulated Roof Pavers. This a pretty unique waste stream. This is a thick piece of Dow insulation board with a 1/2" of concrete adhered to it to form an insulated paver. The panels are 3-4" x 2' x 4' L: Chicago, Philadelphia Here for Pricing>>
   
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BEFORE: This aviation equipment manufacturer imports this non-woven, needle punched, 100% polypropylene felt from Germany. A certain percentage doesn't meet their demanding tolerances.
Polypropylene Rolls. Order Online>>
 
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repurposedINBOX: "I would love to be added to your distribution list to receive your newsletter. I am a Safety Manager at a Food Manufacturing plant in Pennsylvania. Your newsletter was forwarded to me from a colleague of mine at another plant. Please include me!!!" - Gwen
Q: Do you have someone who would benefit from our newsletter? If "yes", Please Forward!
  
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WANTED: We'd like to buy a 15,000+ lb capacity forklift for our own use. We can arrange to send a truck if we strike a deal.
Q: Do you have bigger capacity forklift sitting idle that you'd like to sell? If "yes", Email Us Details>>
    
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