Although the scrap tire recycling industry has existed for many years, it is still in its initial stages. Less than 20% of all scrap tires are processed. Approximately 10% are incinerated, generally for power generation, although air quality issues are always a concern as scrap tires, like coal, are dirty fuel. About 4% export our scrap tires to countries where the casings can be used in retread machines or the tires are sold as they are. Currently, about 2 percent of our scrap tires are made into crumb rubber that is used in molded products as well as modified rubberized asphalt applications. This gives a longer-lasting and more durable asphalt surface.
Scrap tires piles can pose a serious health risk as they are breeding grounds for rodents and snakes. They also present a fire hazard. This is a serious problem. In the United States, scrap tires are produced at an average of 250 million per year. Existing piles are estimated at between 2-3 Billion.
ATP-Advanced Technology Pallets, a Nevada Corporation (ATP), proudly presents its unique and patented RST-PAL Pallet. This pallet is made from recycled tire rubber. The #8220>RST-PAL Pallet can be used again and again, making it an attractive alternative to wooden pallets. RSTPAL Pallets may have serial numbers and bar codes to allow for easy tracking and retrieval.
The inventor, Dan Radke, has assigned to ATP all patent rights (to the approved and issued patent USPTO # 08/680,476) to manufacture and market the RST-PAL pallets worldwide, in perpetuity.
OUR MISSION
To provide durable, cost-effective and economical pallets to all industrial and manufacturing sectors.
THE EXISTING PROBLEM
- The wood and plastic pallet life cycles are very short and expensive.
- Wood pallets break and need repair or replacement every one or two trips.
- Wood absorbs liquids. It gains weight, breaks, and splinters. It’s also very difficult to clean.
- Industries require pallets that are more durable and last longer.
- Environmental hazards can be created by scrap tire stockspiles
- Present wood pallets are estimated to consume more than 3.5 million trees each year.
THE SOLUTION
- RST-PAL pallets are less costly to buy and maintain.
- RST-PAL pallets have a greater durability and are indestructible.
- The load capacity of RST-PAL pallets is 15 times that of similar wooden pallets.
- RST PAL pallets are stackable, rackable, more durable, and longer lasting.
- RST-PAL pallets, which are made from recycled scrap tire rubber and recycled plastics, are unique. They use a newly patented process that incorporates rubber, plastics, and a binder system.
- RST-PAL pallets are guaranteed for years.
- RST-PAL pallets have no competition worldwide.
TECHNOLOGY & PROCESS
- The materials process and the manufacturing of pallets are based on an approved and issued patent (USPTO # 08/680,476).
- International (PCT), Patent protection filed.
- The production line machinery is readily available and can be sourced.
- It is easy to find raw materials and they can be sourced.
- Flexible production lines allow for the creation of different sizes of pallets with high quality and yield.
- Product is ready for production. Qualification and R&D is complete.
- Modular capacity allows for rapid manufacturing expansion.
- Factory is environmentally “clean” with no waste stream.
- Prototypes of prototypes have been tested, built, and qualified.
THE MOUNT
- U.S. pallet consumption is estimated at 800 million per year (National Wooden Pallet and Container Association. NWPCA).
- RST PAL pallets have the longest life cycle cost of any material, including wood, aluminum, or plastic.
- Global Pallets-leasing Options Available
- Marketing to focus on both closed and open loop distribution systems.
- International markets and licensing opportunities (Internationally-protected patents).
- U.S. Government Agencies and Contractors Markets
- The U.S. government has imposed a policy of replacing products with recycled ones first.
MARKET QUOTATIONS
- It is urgent that ‘#8220’ Quality, Reusable Multi-trip Pallets instead of poorly constructed Single User Pallets be made (Reference: NWPCA)
- Contractors that do business with government agencies are required to buy “ and “ environmentally-friendly products.
Recycled products products first. (Reference: President Clinton Executive order)
SALES
- Different industries gave prototypes positive feedback, as did government agencies and military.
- Potential sales subject to investment and production ramp-up
- Certain markets are eligible for environmental incentives (Government sub-contractors).
- All licenses, permits, and governmental agency acquired or in support for project.
PALLET COST COMPARISON – OVER FIVE YEARS
- Use of RST-PAL pallets demonstrates substantial savings, $22 for RST-PAL pallet vs. $133 for total cost for wooden pallet, over 5 years. (See Topic 4.2 and 4.3.1).
INVESTMENT REQUIRED and USE OF FUNDS
- $6M investment for 35% ownership estimated to reach profitability within 12-18 months.
- The dividends will be divided at 50% for the shareholders from the second year onwards, provided it does not impact the expansion. The remaining 50% will be dedicated for growth.
- Funds raised will be used for plant setup, operations, equipment, marketing and sales.
Two production lines will be in operation for the first year. 1,137,000 units are expected to be produced, with a projected profit of more than $8 million.
INVESTOR DISCUSSION
- Projections represent the return of an original investment in less then two years.
- Approximately six times valuation, based on discounting of five years of net earnings to present value.
- Five-years of net earnings projected at a 25% discount (incl. The risk factor is $98 Million.
- In five years, less than 1% market share achieved with five plants.
- Projectioned revenue of around $402 million
- Projected net profit (before taxes) of approximately $178 million.
- Strong, professional management team with highly-skilled consultants.
- Exit Strategy alternatives: (a) IPO after two years; (b) Acquisition; (c) Private ownership with a long horizon of profits.
—_ MANUFACTURED OUT RECYCLED SCRAP TIRES
TO CLEAN UP AMERICA’#8217’S SCRAP TIRE
1.1 Mission
ATP is a production and marketing company that specializes providing durable and cost-effective pallets from used scrap tires to all industries. The product and manufacturing process are protected by patents worldwide.
Pallet users include both companies and individuals who use pallets for main distribution. They want a pallet that is more durable and lasts longer than wooden pallets. The National Wooden Pallet and Container Association states that a wooden pallet gives service for only one to two trips before having to be repaired or replaced. Pallet users are often forced to purchase pallets because of their short lifecycle.
Stockpiles of scrap tires throughout the United States pose a serious environmental risk. They provide habitat for rodents and insects, as well as a potential fire hazard.
ATP will reduce hazardous scrap tire stockpiles and help conserve some of the 3.5million trees used each year to make wooden pallets. ATP will locate its manufacturing plant in rural areas that are close to major cities, where it is most needed.
ATP will continue to earn profits and pay a high return to its investors. The company will also fund aggressive growth in order to increase its annual production. ATP will also maintain a friendly, fair, and creative work environment, which respects diversity, product improvement, and hard work.
1.2 Objectives
- To establish two production lines at the first plant in Stamford, Texas in order to produce 1.2 million pallets annually, with projected net income (before taxes) in excess of $8 million.
- For years 2-5, to increase production by opening two more lines of production every year.
- To achieve a market share target of 0.15% in your first production year, to 0.75% at the end of five. The U.S. produces 800 million pallets annually.
- The first year’s projected market share is 0.15%. Net profits are expected at $8 million (before tax) and 0.
Net profits of $66million are projected for 75% of market share in five years. Accumulated profits (before taxes) are projected to be $173 million for the first five years of production.
Success keys 1.3
These are the reasons ATP will be successful:
- An existing pallet market in the U.S. of over 800 million pallets sold annually. It is estimated that about 60% of all pallets in the United States are hardwood. These are ATP’’s most targeted customers.
- RST-PAL pallets have the lowest life cycle costs compared to wooden or plastic pallets.
- RST-PAL pallets are patent protected, are durable and virtually indestructible, and can carry in excess of 15 times the load of wooden pallets.
- RST PAL pallets are guaranteed to last for years.
- Pallets are a well-known, necessary and established product; therefore there is no need to penetrate the market with a totally new product. RST PAL pallets don’t represent a new product. However, they are far better, more durable and more long-lasting than other similar products on the market. RST PAL pallets will continue to be affordable as they are introduced to users at trade shows and conventions by ATP’. Sales representatives from ATP’s targeted marketing regions will also help keep marketing costs low. Dallas/Fort Worth in Texas is the initial targeted marketing region. This is near Stamford Texas.
- Through an executive order, the U.S. government mandates that all government agencies and contractors (including the Department of Defense) “ ” about “ ‘buy recycled first’. ATP will target state and federal agencies to market RSTPAL palettes.