There are a number of benefits of recycling steel which makes it an environmentally and economically necessary process. The steel recycling process isn’t complicated, however, it involves resources to effectively sort through different types of steel and knowledge on how to recycle it appropriately. By knowing what to recycle, and where to take it, you can instantly make a tangible impact on the future of our environment. 

Steel can be repurposed over and over again without their properties degrading. With a 100% recyclability rate, steel is an extremely valuable metal and one that is highly sought after by commercial recyclers. Once recycled, the steel is systematically separated and sent back into the production process. 

Every type of steel can be reduced, reused and recycled, even if it’s rusted. Much of the recycled scrap metal that is repurposed is recovered from cars, steel structures, ships, farming equipment and railroad tracks. However, approximately half of all the steel that is recycled worldwide is generated through industrial and manufacturing sources. If you work in these industries, it’s essential that you’re aware of which types of steel materials can be recycled. 

These are examples of the most common types of steel that can be recycled:

The process of creating steel from recycled metals preserves natural resources as it doesn’t involve the manufacturing of new steel. Recycling steel is beneficial as remanufacturing uses less energy, reduces carbon emissions and also uses less water when compared to raw material production. Recycling steel also prevents heavy metals from ending up in landfills which can have a number of detrimental consequences to both soil and water systems as well as to the broader environment. 

There are many different options when it comes to the discarding of steel. Elite Recyclers offer a combination of pick-up, drop-off and on-site bin collection services for scrap metals. If you’re left with a mixture of metals, Elite Recyclers can separate and sort it for you. There’s also a demand for other types of metals including aluminium, copper, iron, brass and more. When you choose Elite Recyclers, you’ll receive generous rebates for all the scrap metal you provide, in line with global markets rates with our Cash For Scrap Metal.

Make a positive difference to the health of your worksite and the overall health of the environment with the help of Elite Recyclers. For more information, or to book a recycling service, get in touch!