Although 2020 brought some extreme challenges that none of us could have ever imagined, it also brought many positives and opportunities. Let's take a look at the ups and downs of 2020 and what happened in the incineration industry with Firelake Manufacturing. Incinerator Sales Light Up Across North America & Overseas Despite being in a … [Read more...]
Overseas Waste Disposal Facility Accepts Medical Waste & More
A customer of ours from overseas has had great success with helping multiple clients with medical waste disposal. What started off as a medical waste drop off site has expanded to be disposal and incineration for not just medical waste, but also drug and prohibited food disposal and more. This medical waste disposal plant uses two incinerators from … [Read more...]
Incinerator Permit Process: Where to Start?
If you are exploring the purchase of an incinerator for the first time, you may feel overwhelmed with the plethora of information and how to obtain an incinerator permit. If circumstances are leading you toward the purchase of an incinerator or crematorium, we want to congratulate you on the positive impact your decision will make on clean ground … [Read more...]
7 Ways to Stop the Spread of Coronavirus
Each of us plays an important role in stopping the spread of the Coronavirus. From medical personnel to teachers, to parents and even children, we all can take steps to reduce the spread of the disease. Learn more about what you can do, from as easy as washing your hands and staying home, to being on the frontline as a medical professional and … [Read more...]
Incineration for Coronavirus Medical Waste
The Coronavirus has caused illness and fatalities in China, Italy, the USA and across the globe. The Coronavirus medical waste has also caused waste disposal issues overseas, with the number of discarded facemasks reaching the millions or billions in China. Environment and Health authorities in China have stated that protective gear worn by medical … [Read more...]
How to Start a Pet Cremation Business
Firelake Manufacturing does not offer pet cremation services, however, we do manufacture the cremation/incineration equipment so that businesses can integrate a cremation offering into their services. We know there is a high demand for pet crematoriums since we get many inquiries for the service. Cremation can be a great addition to a veterinarian … [Read more...]
Cow Carcass Disposal Solutions
“Nothing is certain except for death and taxes.” - Ben Franklin Ben Franklin has been quoted for saying, “Nothing is certain except for death and taxes.” Well, the same applies to any livestock operations. Animal mortality losses are a normal part of poultry and livestock operations. Farmers and producers need to have an efficient cow carcass … [Read more...]
Proper Disposal of Animal Carcasses Using Incineration
Are you looking for the proper disposal of animal carcasses? Animal carcass disposal is an important consideration for farming, laboratories, ranches, veterinarians, universities and more. Without proper disposal of animal carcasses, livestock disease can spread, and air and water quality can be compromised. According to the Minnesota Board of … [Read more...]
Incinerator and Cremator FAQ’s
Here are some commonly asked questions that we receive at Firelake Manufacturing regarding our incinerators and cremators and usage. Please contact us if you have a question that is not answered here. We will be happy to share what we have learned from being in this business for over forty years, and will add your questions to our Incinerator and … [Read more...]
End of Life Considerations for Horse Rescues & Equine Vets
Equine veterinarians and horse rescues are often faced with the challenge of determining how to handle horse disposal at the end of its life. Whether the horse dies naturally or is euthanized, the most humane and efficient ways to proper disposal of animal carcasses such as horses include rendering, composting, and incineration or cremation. Why … [Read more...]
