Organize meter bodies and attachments, count or weigh the lot, and address ownership and release documentation questions.
Inspect before combining the load
- meter body material and count
- registers, steel bolts, fittings, and attached pipe
- ownership and public-asset release documentation
Useful separation groups
Where safe and practical, keep the following groups distinguishable for review:
- meter bodies
- brass valves and fittings
- mixed cast or plastic components
Quantity, condition, and documentation
Estimate weight, dimensions, drum or gaylord count, pallet count, or production rate. Include clear photographs and note contamination, coatings, fluids, sealed components, grade records, and lawful ownership documentation that may be relevant.
Pickup and loading
Use secure containers, provide counts and weights, and retain disposition records before removal. State the pickup city, access hours, surface and clearance conditions, loading responsibility, and available forklift, crane, dock, or other equipment.

