About Us
Your Trusted Partner in Information Management
Trusted Since 1978: Secure, Professional Document Destruction & Storage Services
Founded in 1978, our company has built a strong reputation for reliability, security, and professionalism. Led by a team of highly trained industry experts, we have grown to become your single-source provider for document storage, digitizing, and secure destruction services.
Over the years, we’ve expanded our capabilities to meet the evolving needs of our customers, offering end-to-end solutions that prioritize both efficiency and data security. Our state-of-the-art facility is equipped with the latest security technology and monitored 24/7 to ensure the protection of your sensitive information at all times.
As part of our NAID AAA Certification, all staff members undergo comprehensive background checks and adhere to strict security protocols, giving you confidence that your records are handled with the utmost care and compliance.
Our Approach to Customer Service
At the heart of our company is a customer service philosophy built on real, human connection. When you call us, you won’t navigate through endless phone menus, you’ll speak directly with a knowledgeable team member who understands your industry and your challenges. We take the time to listen, ask the right questions, and deliver personalized solutions tailored to your specific document destruction, scanning, and information management needs. Whether you’re a small business or a large organization, our team is committed to providing responsive, thoughtful service that puts your priorities first.
Our Story
“From paper to digital, we’ve evolved with the industry – always putting secure, compliant service first.”
In The Beginning
Nearly 50 years ago, AMS began by providing secure destruction and recycling services to radiology and NDT radiographic quality control departments. At the time, these records were stored in physical film libraries, and our initial role involved simply collecting purged film for secure destruction and recycling. As our expertise grew, AMS expanded its services to provide trained purge technicians who carefully removed x-ray and NDT film records in accordance with each client’s specific retention policies. These records were then securely transported to our facilities, where we handled confidential paper and film separation, followed by certified destruction and full recycling of all materials.
Technical Advantage
AMS installed silver recovery systems to capture silver removed during the film development process. We designed and manufactured our own electrolytic silver recovery units and ion exchange canisters in-house, allowing us to expand our technical expertise while delivering significant cost savings to our customers. Our team also developed custom recovery systems specifically for removing silver from photographic fixers, all while meeting or exceeding the most stringent EPA effluent discharge regulations measured in parts per million.”
Maximizing Silver Value Through Trusted Partnerships
Over 30 years ago AMS partnered with the Eastman Kodak refining division (now known as RSW) to deliver industry-leading film recycling services. Unlike smaller independent film recyclers, RSW operates a highly advanced recycling facility, refining millions of troy ounces of silver each year, valued in the hundreds of millions of dollars. Their unmatched scale, technical capabilities, and processing capacity set them apart as a global leader in silver recovery.
Proven Security Through NAID AAA Certification
In 2012, AMS became AAA Certified from the National Association for Information Destruction (NAID), the leading authority for standards in the information destruction industry. This certification represents the highest level of security accreditation, covering the destruction of paper records, x-ray/NDT radiographic films, hard drives, electronic equipment, and counterfeit materials. As a NAID AAA Certified company, AMS is recognized for its commitment to strict compliance, security protocols, and industry best practices.
Film Storage with Digital Retrieval
To meet growing customer needs, AMS expanded its services to offer secure film storage. As clients scaled their operations, many chose to outsource film retention libraries to reclaim that space for more profitable core business expansion. Since AMS was already trusted to manage their annual film purges, it was a natural step to take on full responsibilities for secure storage, retention schedules, and timely destruction and recycling of expired records. AMS uses Total Recall™ records management software, a barcode-driven system that ensures accurate tracking, streamlined reporting, and fast record retrievals. We also offer digitized film retrieval services, providing a faster and more cost-effective alternative to traditional physical record retrieval.
Bridging the Gap from Analog Film to Digital
As NDT radiographic companies transition from analog film to digital technologies, Level III engineers are shifting from traditional film reading to analyzing high-definition digital images. With this digital transformation underway, a key question arises: What should be done with 10 to 15 years of archived analog film? AMS offers a forward-thinking solution – digitize your entire film library. This approach not only frees up valuable physical space tied to long-term retention but also reduces labor costs associated with retrieval, refiling, and shipping. Once digitized, AMS provides you with two identical hard drives of the digitized images, creating a disaster recovery solution. Digitized images also expand the capability for AI-assisted analysis, enhancing QC efficiency and consistency across inspections.
Adapting to the Digital World
Our document scanning division was established in response to growing customer demand and AMS’s commitment to evolving with the changing needs of today’s business environment. We are proud to offer comprehensive document scanning solutions for projects of all sizes – from small businesses to large corporations. In today’s digital world, converting paper records to digital formats isn’t just a convenience, it’s a necessity. Document scanning improves access, enhances security, reduces physical storage costs, and supports regulatory compliance. Whether you need to scan a few boxes or thousands of files, our team delivers accurate, high-quality digital conversions tailored to your needs. Going digital helps future-proof your organization, streamline workflows, and ensure your critical information is always accessible, organized, and protected.
Expanding Solutions with AMS Med Waste LLC
As an established leader in the information management industry, AMS once again expands its offerings to better serve our customers in the healthcare and related industries. AMS launched a sister company, AMS Med Waste LLC, dedicated to providing reliable and compliant medical waste disposal services. This strategic expansion reinforces the company’s commitment to being a true one-stop solution, ensuring customers can now manage both their information and regulated medical waste needs through a single trusted partner.
Next-Generation Silver Recovery Systems by Metafix
AMS is proud to now represent Metafix silver recovery systems – advanced units designed to meet the strictest EPA effluent standards while offering added value through inventory control regarding amounts of silver collected. These systems track the volume of fixer and developer used over time, using a reliable calculation method to determine the amount of silver recovered. This allows customers to monitor chemical consumption and gain insight into their silver recovery performance. In addition, Metafix units are connected to the Internet, enabling real-time data transmission including fixer/developer usage rates and current PSI. This data allows for detection of potential issues before they cause equipment failure or workflow disruption. With Metafix, customers benefit from environmental compliance, chemical inventory management, and 24/7 remote system monitoring – reducing downtime and ensuring consistent, compliant operations.
From our beginnings to today, AMS has remained committed to innovation, security, and service excellence. As we continue to grow, our focus remains the same – delivering trusted information management solutions that support our clients’ evolving needs.
Empowering Your Business with Proven Services
SHREDDING SERVICES
Protect your sensitive information with secure, compliant, and convenient shredding services.
FILM SERVICES
Secure, nationwide x-ray film destruction and recycling services.
SCANNING SERVICES
Large volume & small scale scanning solutions for your document management needs.
RECORDS STORAGE
Secure storage with easy access and full monitoring.
FILM DIGITIZING
Convert analog films to digital format for global access & AI applications.
HARD DRIVE DESTRUCTION
Certified destruction of hard drives, tapes, and digital media.