Crystal Clean: Parts Cleaning and Waste Services
This article appeared in the Jul/Aug 2024 issue of MiMfg Magazine. Read the full issue and find past issues online.
Every manufacturing business needs environmental services, such as waste disposal, oil collection, drain cleaning, incidental cleanup and more. Taking the time to find multiple vendors to address each need can be time-consuming and costly — especially for small businesses.
Partnering with the right provider that can handle all environmental needs saves employers time and headaches, says Dean Popovich, Business Development Manager for MMA partner and service provider Crystal Clean.
Crystal Clean has supported Michigan manufacturers for more than 25 years with comprehensive environmental solutions — for which MMA members receive an exclusive 25 percent discount. As one of the largest environmental services companies in the country, Crystal Clean also offers consultations to help businesses recognize possibilities that may meet their needs. These customized, specialized solutions are identified after a thorough walk-through of the clients’ manufacturing facilities.
MMA members receive a discount of at least 25% for environmental services through Crystal Clean, including:
- Collecting/disposing of drum waste, used oil or antifreeze
- Vacuuming a waste pit
- Spill cleanup via emergency response
- Removing and handling of universal waste, such as computers, batteries and fluorescent light tubes
- Removal of underground oil tanks
- Parts cleaning
- Universal and oil-only absorbents
- Wastewater treatment
- Aqua filtration services
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“We walk around and look at every potential waste stream a manufacturer has and say, ‘This is how we can help you,’” Popovich says.
What makes Crystal Clean stand out in the industry is its relationship with MMA. Not only can businesses save time and money, they can also have peace of mind knowing that they have a vetted company with comprehensive solutions on their side.
According to Popovich, “This is especially helpful if you’re a small manufacturer that might not have the time to start vetting a number of environmental companies. MMA has already done that legwork for you.”
One of Crystal Clean’s innovations is 4never™, a solution specializing in the removal of PFAS from contaminated waters through a revolutionary process and groundbreaking technology. While this service is not eligible for MMA’s discount, members taking advantage of other services may be interested in this unique feature.
Founded in 1999, Crystal Clean has over 100 locations nationwide and 1,500 employees. Their Michigan offices are located in Detroit, Lansing, Saginaw, Grand Rapids and Battle Creek.
With Crystal Clean, businesses reap the benefits of receiving a group discount, all while cleaning and safeguarding their buildings and land, helping to protect the environment and keeping employees, customers and visitors safer.
See Member Benefits to learn more about Crystal Clean’s services and partnership with MMA or contact MMA’s Brenda Nalett at 517-487-8512 or nalett@mimfg.org.