Preserve grade documentation where available and separate 316 from 304 and unidentified stainless material.
Inspect before combining the load
- grade records and service environment
- clean alloy versus attached steel
- process residue or sealed vessels
Useful separation groups
Where safe and practical, keep the following groups distinguishable for review:
- documented 316
- 304 stainless
- unidentified mixed stainless
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
Retain grade paperwork and photograph markings before cutting or consolidating material. State the pickup city, access hours, surface and clearance conditions, loading responsibility, and available forklift, crane, dock, or other equipment.

