Three Decades of Recycling Leadership
From a single Brooklyn yard to a certified North American network, Fortune has built a reputation on reliability, compliance, and operational excellence.
Our Journey Through 30+ Years
Growth marked by capacity expansion, technology investment, and certified systems.
1990s — Foundations
Founded in Brooklyn, New York with a vision to convert scrap into resources through disciplined operations and responsible practices.
2000s — Expansion
Built multiple U.S. facilities, added advanced sorting and processing equipment to meet growing industrial demand.
2009 — Texas Launch
Established Fortune Plastic & Metal Texas Inc. in Brownsville, serving the Southwest with strategic access to major markets.
2010s — Innovation
Invested in handheld metal analyzers, data destruction capabilities, and specialized underground cable removal teams.
2020s — Certified Scale
20+ facilities processing over 350 million pounds annually, backed by RIOS and R2v3 certifications and transparent reporting.
Future — Continuous Improvement
Ongoing copper wire and rod manufacturing development, digital reporting enhancements, and expanded sustainability metrics.
Key Milestones
- 1990: Fortune Metal Group founded in Brooklyn, NY
- 2000: Expanded into multiple U.S. facilities
- 2006: Added underground cable removal services
- 2009: Opened Fortune Plastic & Metal Texas Inc.
- 2015: Certified to RIOS management system
- 2018: R2v3 certification for electronics recycling
- 2023: Recognized industry leader in sustainable recycling
Modernization & Innovation
We continually upgrade facilities with state-of-the-art processing lines, safety systems, and analytics to improve recovery yields and compliance. Digital documentation and customer reporting ensure transparency from pickup to downstream partners.