If you have unwanted metal around your home, workshop, or business, recycling it can be a practical way to clear space while keeping valuable materials out of landfill.
Common types of scrap metal accepted by recycling facilities include copper, aluminium, brass, stainless steel, steel, and iron. Old electrical cables, copper pipes, aluminium frames, car parts, machinery components, and other metal items may also have recycling value.
It's useful to separate ferrous metals, such as steel and iron, from non-ferrous metals, such as copper, aluminium, and brass. Keeping different metals separated can make sorting easier and helps recycling facilities process the materials more efficiently.
Before taking scrap to a recycling yard, check what materials they accept and whether any items need to be prepared or separated. Some products may also have special handling requirements.
If you're regularly dealing with scrap metal, comparing local recycling facilities and their accepted materials can help you find the most suitable option for your particular type of scrap.
