Effective Scrap Metal Recycling Services
We specialise in handling scrap metal in Melbourne, Australia. We’ve been in business for ten years, focusing on quality. We can recycle metals and control costs. Our goal is to provide good customer service and care for the environment. We will source all metals, including iron, steel, copper, and aluminium and develop a total recycling process for any metal waste you may have. We are incredibly proud of our pickup services, which cater to businesses that produce tons of scrap metal. Our boundaries are not just metropolitan Melbourne; they also cover more expansive regional areas like Wodonga, Albury, and Shepparton. This enables our green recycling services to reach more people.
For our residential customers, we have unique collection services for items like air conditioning units. We also offer free scrap metal bins for larger projects, ensuring that waste metal does not pose a challenge for households. Our Sunshine warehouse is the main drop-off point during business hours. We accept fridges and washing machines, making recycling easier with our appointment system. We do our best to ensure all our customers have a pleasant experience. We use exact scales to weigh the scrap metal. After that, we pay customers the market price for the metal they bring. We are uncompromisingly efficient and fair. This is why we are Melbourne’s top scrap metal reclamation company and its surroundings.
Efficient Metal Scrap Management
We are currently Melbourne’s preferred scrap metal and recycling specialists! Our main focus is on waste recycling and processing. We work with integrity and accuracy to maximise recycling capacity while respecting the environmental balance.
Materials Accepted:
- Ferrous Metals (Steel, Iron)
- Non-Ferrous Metals (Copper, Brass, Aluminium, etc.)
We also collect high-value items, including electronic motors, cable wire, and copper radiators. Our transparent pricing ensures a fair rate for your scrap, though prices may fluctuate based on quantities and market conditions. We provide free scrap metal bins for businesses with ongoing scrap metal—a solution that fits into your daily routine, encouraging durable recycling for a brighter, long-lasting future. We offer a new bin when your current one is full, ensuring recycling never stops and enhancing your waste management service.
Our commitment to expert care is reflected throughout our service. We use modern technology from collection to final processing, ensuring every piece of scrap metal is handled safely and promptly at the highest industry standards. Bringing scrap to Union Metal Recycling is more than just waste disposal; it’s part of an intelligent recycling grid focused on conserving resources and protecting the environment. Join us as a partner for a greener, sustainable future in Melbourne and surrounding suburbs.
Industry-Focussed Recycled Stainless Steel Solutions
At Union Metal Recycling, we purchase stainless steel from both residential and commercial buildings. We opt for either sending it to other prominent recyclers or recycling it in our facility, depending on the material quality. The stainless steel materials we purchase include but are not limited to:
- Sinks, dishwashers, refrigerators
- Showerheads, toilet flush levers, bathtub spouts
- Manifolds, catalytic converters, mufflers (exhaust systems)
- Train handrails, guardrails, support beams
- Window frames, railings, cladding (construction)
- Storage tanks, food processing tables, sterilisation containers
- Surgical trays, scalpel blades, wheelchair frames
- Aircraft components, ship hulls, bus frames
- Conveyor belts, machinery parts, tooling equipment
- Pipelines, valve components, heat exchangers
- Turbine blades, landing gear, fasteners
- Boat propellers, anchor chains, deck fittings
- Irrigation systems, plough blades, storage silos
- Casings, heat sinks, connectors (electronics)
- Sterilisation equipment, mixing tanks, stainless steel benches (pharmaceutical)
If you seek smart and responsible ways to deal with your stainless steel scrap, our skilled team is here to help you. We can give detailed advice on how to boost your recycling plan and make sure you get the best price for your scrap. Working with us means you’re helping build a green world while improving your business operations. Reach out to us to chat about your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
We can take everything from iron to steel, brass, copper, and aluminium. We also accept air conditioners, fridge motors, electric motors, cable wire, and copper radiators. Large items like washing machines are accepted by appointment at our warehouse, but we do not offer pickup.
We provide pickup services to many of our residential customers for items like air conditioners. Refrigerators or washing machines can be dropped off but must be transported to our warehouse during trading hours. We do not accept walk-ins, so book an appointment before dropping off for the best service.
We definitely make it simple. Contact our customer care service, available from 8 am to 8 pm, to book a pickup or drop-off. We also offer late and weekend appointments. We provide free bins for businesses producing large amounts of scrap metal, replacing them when complete.
We consider current market rate and the type and quantity of metal to provide a fair price. Metals like copper, brass, and aluminium often sell for higher prices. We use specialist scales to weigh your scrap accurately, enabling us to offer one of the best possible rates.
We accept most scrap metal but don't pick up washing machines (you can bring them to our warehouse). We avoid non-metal items like paper and hazardous materials. For inquiries about acceptable items, contact our customer service. We will guide you on proper disposal methods for all your materials.