Overview
Howse Implement Company operates a waste tire processing facility in Laurel, Mississippi, within the Primary Metal sector. The plant is operational and processes tires for material recovery.
Howse Implement Company, Inc. operates a waste tire processing facility located at 2013 Highway 184 East in Laurel, Mississippi. The facility falls under the Primary Metal sector and is currently operational. It processes waste tires, contributing to material recovery and recycling efforts in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). As a waste tire processor, it must comply with state and federal regulations regarding storage, processing, and disposal of scrap tires. The facility's NAICS codes (331111 and 333111) indicate involvement in iron and steel mills and other industrial machinery manufacturing. Waste tire processing facilities play a crucial role in reducing environmental hazards associated with tire stockpiles, such as fire risks and mosquito breeding grounds. By converting waste tires into usable materials like crumb rubber or tire-derived fuel, Howse Implement Company supports sustainable waste management and resource recovery in Mississippi.
Environmental context
Laurel, Mississippi, is located in a region with a mix of industrial and agricultural activities. Waste tire processing facilities are important for managing the large volume of scrap tires generated annually. Improper tire disposal can lead to environmental issues such as air pollution from fires and water contamination from leachates. The facility's operations help mitigate these risks by ensuring tires are processed and recycled responsibly.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 2013 Highway 184 East, Laurel, Mississippi 39443-8302, in Jones County.
The facility processes waste tires, converting them into recyclable materials such as crumb rubber or tire-derived fuel, under the Primary Metal sector.
These facilities must comply with EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, as well as state-specific scrap tire management rules.
Processing waste tires reduces fire hazards, eliminates breeding grounds for pests, and recovers valuable materials, supporting circular economy goals.
The facility is classified under the Primary Metal sector, which includes industries involved in smelting, refining, and processing metals, though this facility specifically processes waste tires.
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