HVTDC Helps Local Firm Increase Processing Capacity
“HVTDC helped us put the whole thing together and made sure we followed the rules and requirements of the ESU... they held our hands and kept our mittens on... ”
Tim Flanagan
Vice President of Operations
Hudson Baylor, located in Newburgh, NY, was founded 20 years ago as an aluminum, plastic and glass recycling company. Today, they not only recycle your typical plastic and glass, they also accept several grades of paper for recycling and offer a confidential document destruction service.
The management team at Hudson Baylor recognized the need for increased fiber processing equipment to meet the growing demand for recycled paper processing services in the mid-Hudson Valley. In order to achieve this, they teamed up with HVTDC to apply for a New York State grant to fund the purchase of equipment needed to meet this demand. Tim Flanagan, Vice President of Operations, was put in charge of the project. Tim has worked successfully with Bob Winrow, HVTDC Field Services Director, on a previous project and called on his assistance once again.
HVTDC assisted Hudson Baylor through the Environmental Services Unit (ESU) procedures to be successfully awarded a grant for fiber processing equipment that increased the overall paper processing capacity. "HVTDC helped us put the whole thing together and made sure we followed the rules and requirements of the ESU," stated Tim Flanagan. "It was like walking a toddler across the street; they held our hands and kept our mittens on. Bob was there when we needed assistance or guidance."
With the grant assistance, Hudson Baylor was able to purchase a critical piece of equipment to meet the market demands. The new bailing system includes a sixty-inch wide feed conveyor system, twin paper fluffers, and a large bailing machine. Tim states, "We're able to process much more than before. For instance, take processed cardboard. Before we were only able to process about 3-4 tons per hour. Now, we're able to process up to 12 tons of cardboard per hour. We now have the ability to process more materials within a shorter period of time."
Hudson Baylor's location for the paper processing business in the Hudson Valley gives businesses seeking a recycling processor a viable, cost-effective alternative to increased transportation and potential landfill costs. Tim says, "Hudson Baylor has become more attractive to local haulers because they don't have to travel far."
Tim also states, "Through the grant, we have increased our ability to recycle a greater volume of paper. As a result, our employee staff grew along with our sales and revenue flow."
Due to the success of this and a previous project, coupled with the expanding needs in the marketplace of recycling, Hudson Baylor is contemplating working with HVTDC again for follow-on project activities. "Since we found something that works so well," said Tim, "we will continue to work with Bob and the team from The Center as our needs continue to evolve."