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State of California Auto Dismantlers Association

WHO ARE WE?

The State of California Auto Dismantlers Association (SCADA) is a statewide trade association with approximately 200 members and 6 local chapters and Direct Membership Areas. SCADA was founded in 1957 to serve the members in areas of education, government, business and social activities as they relate to auto dismantling and recycling. More info about auto recycling...

WHAT WE DO:

We think of ourselves as America's Original Recyclers. However it is true that we are the only professionally licensed and qualified industry to properly dismantle vehicles for the purpose of selling recyclable parts.

We are able to sell previously owned auto parts that are as good as new for up to 80% savings over the cost of new parts. These savings don't just help individual customers. They also save automotive body shops money and consequently many insurance companies which can ultimately mean lower premiums.

Buying used parts make good "cents".

SCADA CODE OF ETHICS

We the members of the State of California Auto Dismantles Association, agree:

THE ECONOMY

SCADA members employ thousands of people statewide. We generate millions of dollars to the state through payroll taxes, income taxes, sales tax, property tax, business tax and numerous fees and licenses through the various state agencies.

THE ENVIRONMENT

We are responsible through local, state and federal regulation, as well as our own concern for the environment, for the proper recycling or disposal of all automotive related hazardous materials. These include gasoline, oil, freon, antifreeze, brake fluid and transmission fluid.

We have extensive investments in the latest technology to not only insure these chemicals don't seep into our air, soil or water, but many parts can be cleaned and used again which helps to save our precious resources.

THE COMMUNITY

We help keep our neighborhoods free of abandoned vehicles. We also employ local people and provide a valuable service to our customers at a fair price.

THE MISSION

The purpose of SCADA, according to its bylaws, is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which a corporation may be organized under the Nonprofit Mutual Benefit Corporation Law and to promote the general welfare of the auto, truck and motorcycle dismantling industry in California.

THE OBJECTIVES

To promote the general welfare of the members of SCADA and others engaged in the business of auto, truck, and motorcycle dismantling.

To afford SCADA members and others in the industry with a means to exchange ideas and to provide information for their businesses.

DIRECT MEMBERSHIP

In areas where there is no local chapter, direct membership is available. All SCADA member benefits are available to Direct Members, and local services are provided based on need.

BENEFITS