Logistics system of collection, dismantling and recycling of end-of-life vehicles

In the paper it is presented system for collection, dismantling and recycling of end-of-life vehicles. There are discussed framework of the system based on ELV European directive and Polish act. It is presented profitability of recycling of typical vehicles in Poland and methods of effective preparation of wrecks for shredding and further steel production. Examples are presented for Upper Silesia area.