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Extracting value from retired railcars - explore our railcar

scrap metal processing

services.

At CRMS, we help in giving your retired railcars a second chance as raw materials.

We have a full-service scrap processing network and can also help with marketing your rail scrap. Our partners offer end-of-life car cleaning and scrapping whether it be on-site or at one of our many locations. Take the hassle out of getting cleaning and scrapping quotes from multiple companies with railcar scrapping services at a CRMS network.

What We Offer

Railcar scrapping services with a CRMS partner involve a comprehensive process aimed at efficiently dismantling retired or decommissioned railcars while maximizing the recovery of valuable railroad scrap metal. We help railway operators responsibly retire old equipment while recovering valuable materials for recycling and minimizing environmental impact.

Common railcar scrapping services with a CRMS partner include:

Assessment
Decommissioning
Dismantling
Material Separation
Processing
Environmental Compliance
Documentation
Transportation
Safety Measures
Site Cleanup

What We Offer

Railcar scrapping services with a CRMS partner involve a comprehensive process aimed at efficiently dismantling retired or decommissioned railcars while maximizing the recovery of valuable railroad scrap metal. We help railway operators responsibly retire old equipment while recovering valuable materials for recycling and minimizing environmental impact.

Common railcar scrapping services with a CRMS partner include:

Assessment
Decommissioning
Dismantling
Material Separation
Processing
Environmental Compliance
Documentation
Transportation
Safety Measures
Site Cleanup

Why choose CRMS as your railroad scrap processing partner:

We can handle it all in one call!

CRMS has a trusted network of full-service “end of life” car cleaning and scrapping companies, who perform on-site or at one of our many locations. Our partners provide full-service demolition with fully bonded and insured crews who have over 20 years of experience in the railcar scrapping industry. Our network of demolition companies allows us to bid competitively anywhere in the US and Canada.

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We have extensive experience and expertise in railroad scrap processing with a proven track record of successfully handling projects.

We have tons of positive feedback and satisfied customers, and we follow strict environmental regulations and practice environmentally responsible scrap processing methods, including proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials.

Our partners have the necessary certifications and licenses such as environmental permits and recycling certifications for railroad scrap processing.
Our partners have a safety first approach and follow all safety protocols and measures to protect workers and prevent accidents during the scrap processing process.
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Our partners have modern technology and equipment capabilities for efficient and safe scrap processing, which improve productivity and reduce environmental impact.
We offer customized solutions tailored to your specific needs and requirements and are flexible to accommodate changes or adjustments throughout the project.
We maintain open and transparent communication throughout the project, and provide regular updates and be responsive to your inquiries and concerns.
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Last but not the least, we have convenient access to transportation networks and recycling facilities.

Why choose CRMS as your Railcar Transloading partner

CRMS offers 1000+ potential locations across North America to accommodate your transloading needs.
Whether you are located at the rail, port or road-side – or whether you are dealing with specialty chemicals (Crude Oil, LPG, Sand etc.) – our team will be there to assist you in finding the most efficient and effective transloading facilities and equipment for your transloading needs.
We have extensive experience and expertise in railroad scrap processing with a proven track record of successfully handling projects.

We have tons of positive feedback and satisfied customers, and we follow strict environmental regulations and practice environmentally responsible scrap processing methods, including proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials.

Our partners have the necessary certifications and licenses such as environmental permits and recycling certifications for railroad scrap processing.
We have a safety first approach and follow all safety protocols and measures to protect workers and prevent accidents during the scrap processing process.
Our partners have modern technology and equipment capabilities for efficient and safe scrap processing, which improve productivity and reduce environmental impact.
We offer customized solutions tailored to your specific needs and requirements and are flexible to accommodate changes or adjustments throughout the project.
We maintain open and transparent communication throughout the project, and provide regular updates and be responsive to your inquiries and concerns.

Last but not the least, we have convenient access to transportation networks and recycling facilities.

Railroad Scrap Marketing Services:

CRMS specialize in railroad scrap marketing services which includes facilitating the sale and distribution of scrap materials generated from railroad operations.

We focus on maximizing the value of your railroad scrap materials while ensuring environmentally responsible disposal or recycling.

With 20+ years of experience in the field of railroad scrap marketing, we can help you sell the following scraps:

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Railcar Scrap

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Car Bodies

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Steel Scrap

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Railroad Iron Scrap

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Tin Scrap

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Copper Scrap

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Aluminum Scrap

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Brass Scrap

Interested in Railcar Scrapping & Marketing Services?

Do you have a scrap sales requirement and are interested in discussing more?
Reach out to us for a no-obligation quote.
773-244-8340
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NATIONS MOST TRUSTED RAILCAR SCRAPPING AND MARKETING PARTNER FOR OVER TWO DECADES

With over 130 years of combined railcar experience, and a strong focus on quality and customer satisfaction, we help optimize the value of your railcar scrap with our efficient and profitable management of railroad scrap materials.
The One-Stop Shop for Your Railcar Needs
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Nirveek Ghosh

Nirveek has a MBA degree in Marketing and brings in over 15 years of experience in global business, project management, consulting sales and digital marketing.

He works with the marketing department to manage the brand and marketing initiatives (manage website content and social media, blog, marketing collaterals, newsletter campaigns, search engine optimization etc.) and execute CRMS’s overall marketing strategy.

Nirveek has 6+ years of experience driving organic marketing campaigns across diverse industries. He is an avid fan of Manchester United and follows the EPL closely. During his leisure time he enjoys cycling and swimming.

Barb Ortyl

Barb brings nearly 20 years of experience in the Rail industry. She spent 19 of those years at GATX Rail in various Operations and Administrative roles. She followed the footsteps of her father who also worked for GATX and is now retired. She feels very fortunate to have worked for and with some of the best people in the industry and is grateful to be able to continue to do so.

Barb enjoys learning new things and putting that knowledge to good use. She loves digging in and finding ways to improve processes and creating “fancy” reports and dashboards. She has a genuine interest in helping others whenever and wherever she can.

In her free time, Barb enjoys spending time with her husband and adult twin daughters, as well as her furry co-working felines – Edith and Vinny.

Ashley Torres

Ashley Torres is the marketing director, focusing on web design, backend tech support, the creation of multimedia marketing material and marketig strategy. She holds a Bachelors of Science in IT and Technical Programming from Northeastern University. In her spare time, Ashley is an ardent baker, intermediate powerlifter, and nurtures a slightly abnormal obsession with dogs.

Claudia Escriba

A lifelong Chicagoan, Claudia Hernandez has an extensive background in accounting, management, and organization. She is certified in Information Processing Technology, and is currently earning her Bachelors of Science. Claudia is faith and family driven, loves her Yorkie, and collects inspirational quotes: “If sharing your dreams with people don’t make them at least giggle, then the dream isn’t big enough!”

Claudia Donato

Claudia Donato is an accountant and organization extraordinaire, taking out her workaholic tendencies on the main Chicago office. Outside of work Claudia is a sleep and exercise addict who enjoys urban exploration and dedicated community building.

Jennifer Van Horn

Jenifer Van Horn is renowned for her attentive listening skills and creative problem solving abilities. Her specialties include strategic relationship and partnership building within the rail industry, and finding common ground through tact and diplomacy. Jenifer is always striving for win-win-win outcomes.

Carlotta Gonzalez

Carlotta Gonzalez entered the rail industry in 2013 and has no intention of leaving! She’s developed a great understanding of BRC creation and railcar tracing technologies in addition to managing stenciling & reflecting programs. Carlotta’s family acts as constant inspiration, and in her spare time she loves nothing more than conversation over dinner, bonfires, and watching movies with her husband and their children.

Margaret Ebert

With decades of experience in operations, sales service, and support, Margaret Ebert provides essential insight into the day-to-day needs and logistics associated with railcar ownership, management, and maintenance. Her diverse set of expertise allows her to work successfully within tight deadlines.

She has been recognized and acknowledged for demonstrating an outstanding work ethic, positive attitude, and possessing exceptional communication skills. Margaret is an animal rescuer and has never lived in an abandoned caboose, though she aspires to.

Jeremy LeBeau

As personable as he is professional, Jeremy Lebeau is an indispensable member of the CRMS Sales Team. Jeremy is solutions oriented, and utilizes his exemplary knowledge of the rail industry to continually exceed customer expectations.

Ben Hines

Ben Hines holds a BA in Finance and Accounting from Western Michigan University, and has pulled his weight as a CRMS team member since 2011. Ben lives in Conifer, Colorado, where he enjoys a multitude of outdoor sports, especially whitewater rafting, fly fishing, and soccer.

Matthew Berberich

Matthew grew up in the suburbs of Chicago and moved to Fort Worth, Texas in late 2012. Shortly after calling Texas home Matthew enlisted in the United States Marine Corps as an electrical engineer. Throughout his active-duty career he was stationed in Japan, California, Guam, and Australia. Today, he continues to serve in the Marine Corps Reserve out of Waco, Texas. Matthew graduated from college with a degree in Supply Chain Management and professional selling while attending the University of North Texas.

Upon completion of school, he was hired by Trinity Industries where he began his career in industry as a Fleet Maintenance Planner. Matthew is married to his wife Caitlyn of 7 years and this past May they welcomed their first child Olivia. In Matthew’s free time he enjoys Golf, Skiing, Hunting, Sporting Clays, and spending time with his new little one A natural ‘Gear Head’ at heart, Nick enjoys switching through the gears on an open highway…Responsibly of course!