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22nd March 202222nd March 2022

The Scrap Metal Journey

With over 30 years of experience in scrap metal recycling and as a large part of the local industry, we pride ourselves on our efforts to support the local economy and the environment. At Morecambe Metals, we ensure that all the scrap metal collected or delivered to our yards is disposed of correctly and in an environmentally conscious manner. Continue reading

16th March 202218th March 2022

What Is Factory Decommissioning?

Factories, or sections of a factory, may often reach a point where their intended use is no longer valid. Therefore, they will need to be decommissioned to allow the building to be demolished, dismantled, or repurposed. It can be a highly complex procedure and means following the correct guidance and finding a business that deals with commercial metal recycling. Continue reading

9th March 202222nd June 2022

The Biggest Challenges Facing The Scrap Metal Industry

The scrap metal industry has been our area of expertise for over 35 years. We specialise in the recycling of both ferrous and non-ferrous metals, this can vary from end of life vehicles to demolition scrap. Even though we have been in the business of scrap metal for a long time, we are no stranger to a challenge and the ability to solve problems when faced with them. Continue reading

14th February 202224th October 2022

How Does Scrap Metal Fit Into The Waste Hierarchy?

The Waste Hierarchy is the title given to a simple ranking system of ways to reduce the environmental impact of waste. Businesses can choose from many different approaches and processes for waste management, but knowing which is the best can be difficult, which is why the hierarchy was created. Continue reading

10th February 202222nd June 2022

Deconstruction vs Demolition – What’s The Difference?

When you need to destroy a building, you have a choice to either demolish it or deconstruct it. These might sound like the same thing, but it may surprise you to know just how different they are. Please read our blog below to find out the pros and cons and which one we recommend for your next job. Continue reading

11th January 202230th April 2025

Scrap Metal Recycling for Tradespeople

We have many years of experience and knowledge in the scrap metal industry, so we can offer a wide range of services to a variety of businesses. If you’re a tradesperson who needs to dispose of metal or have it recycled, we can help. Continue reading

28th December 202122nd June 2022

How Does Scrap Metal Recycling Reduce Greenhouse Gases?

In this current day and age, climate change is an increasing worry and is one of the defining issues of our time. Climate change is caused mainly by greenhouse gases, deforestation and other factors. The overall effects of climate change include rising sea levels, pollution and an increase in the Earth’s temperature. Continue reading

23rd December 202119th March 2024

Understanding the Limits of Metal Recycling for Profit

In recent years, there has been a notable tightening of regulations surrounding metal recycling, a shift driven by the necessity to fight illegal practices and safeguard the environment. These regulations signal an increased awareness of the potential environmental and societal impacts of metal recycling. Continue reading

9th December 202122nd June 2022

Defining Home and Prompt Scrap, Industrial Scrap and Obsolete Scrap

The scrap metal recycling industry relies on incoming scrap metal to process and turn into new metal. Scrap comes from several different streams; the average consumer may not even realise how many recourses are utilised to reclaim metal. When some people think of scrap metal, they picture the crushed aluminium drinks cans in their domestic recycling boxes. Continue reading

18th November 202117th February 2022

The History of Scrap Metal Recycling

Morecambe Metals has been recycling scrap metal for almost 40 years, but the history of scrap metal spans back for centuries. Most people consider recycling to be a modern practice born from concerns surrounding the environment and humanity’s rapid consumption of depleting raw material supplies. Continue reading