Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Metal Recycling Solutions
Established in 2012, Recon Metal has built a reputation as Calgary and Southern Alberta's premier scrap metal recycling provider. Our locally owned, customer-driven approach ensures tailored solutions for both businesses and individuals. With specialized services including drop-off recycling, customizable bin programs, and comprehensive site clean-up operations, we prioritize efficiency and profitability for our clients. Our team's extensive training in safety protocols and material handling guarantees secure transactions, while our commitment to fair pricing and immediate cash payments has earned consistent customer loyalty.Recognized for our organized operations and community-focused service model, we maintain dedicated facilities in Calgary, Medicine Hat, and Sundre to better serve diverse client needs. Our safety-first culture includes designated unloading zones and available PPE, ensuring secure interactions for all visitors. As industry leaders since 2012, we combine technical expertise with personalized service to maximize material recovery value for every client.
Services
Scrap Metal Recycling
Bin Service
Site Clean-up
Vehicle Recycling
Insulated Wire Processing
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- Established in 2012 with three Southern Alberta locations
- Customizable industrial recycling programs maximize material value
- Safety-certified staff and designated unloading zones
- Immediate cash payments via secure on-site ATM
- Consistently rated Calgary's best scrap yard by customers
What people say
Friendly people
Best scrap yard
Pays well
Helping hand
Organized operations
Services
Scrap Metal Recycling
Our core service accepts ferrous and non-ferrous metals from contractors, tradespeople, and the public. Customers receive immediate cash payments after professional weighing and material assessment. The process includes guided unloading in designated safety zones with staff assistance throughout.
Bin Service
Customizable container solutions for businesses requiring regular scrap collection. This service optimizes recycling efficiency for manufacturing facilities and construction sites while ensuring maximum material recovery value through scheduled pickups and volume tracking.
Site Clean-up
Professional scrap removal for construction and agricultural sites. Our team handles complete clean-up operations with safety-certified equipment and personnel, focusing on efficient material separation and environmentally responsible disposal practices.
Vehicle Recycling
Specialized processing for end-of-life vehicles. This service includes safe fluid extraction, component removal, and metal separation following environmental regulations. Customers receive competitive pricing based on current market rates for recyclable materials.
Insulated Wire Processing
Advanced separation technology for insulated cables and wires. The service extracts valuable copper and aluminum while properly handling non-metallic components, ensuring maximum return on investment for electrical industry clients.
Questions
What types of scrap metal do you accept?
We process ferrous metals, non-ferrous materials, vehicles, and insulated wire. Our facilities handle both industrial quantities and individual drop-offs.
How does the payment process work?
After weighing your materials, our scale house issues a payment ticket that can be scanned at our secure on-site ATM for immediate cash withdrawal.
Do you offer industrial recycling solutions?
Yes, our customizable bin service provides efficient scrap management for businesses, with scheduled pickups and volume optimization to maximize material value.
What safety measures are in place?
We maintain designated unloading zones, enforce PPE requirements, and provide staff training in safe material handling practices to ensure customer and employee safety.
Are there multiple locations available?
We operate three facilities in Calgary, Medicine Hat, and Sundre to better serve Southern Alberta clients with consistent service standards across all locations.
What are your operating hours?
All locations operate Monday-Friday: Calgary 8am-5pm, Medicine Hat 8am-4:30pm, Sundre 9am-4pm. Closed weekends and holidays.
