The scrap metal recycling industry is crucial in preserving natural resources, creating job opportunities, and contributing to the global economy. However, it faces numerous hurdles that obstruct efficient scrap metal reclamation and pose widespread concerns. Continue reading

As a tradesman, figuring out how to manage the waste generated on a job site is crucial. Hiring a skip is one of the best options to dispose of your waste, but with so many options available, choosing the right company can be a daunting decision. Continue reading

As a metalworker, maintaining the value of metals is crucial. Rust can decrease the value of metal, so it’s essential to know how to remove it effectively and increase its weight before selling. Morecambe Metals is a family-owned scrap metal recycling and processing business in Morecambe, Lancashire. Continue reading

The scrap metal industry is a key part of the UK economy, with over £1.4 billion per annum turnover. It is also highly regulated, with several different regulatory bodies involved in its regulation. This means that the people who buy scrap metal must follow specific rules to be able to sell this metal. Continue reading

If you own an end-of-life vehicle (ELV) that is no longer roadworthy, you may wonder what to do with it. While it may seem like a burden to dispose of your ELV, it can be a valuable resource if appropriately managed. Continue reading

Eight million cars are scrapped across the UK every year, with the average age of the car being 15 years. This means that recycling facilities like ours are essential to the metal industry. Most of the components of a car can be recycled and provide new materials within the automotive and manufacturing industry. Continue reading

It has been a tough few years for everyone within the trades, construction and even the scrap metal industry. As a proud local business in the scrap metal recycling sector, we fully appreciate that our customers will want to get the most value for their scrap metal. Continue reading

By 2023, most households will be using their recycle boxes to ensure that any materials which can be reused again are sent to be processed correctly. However, are you 100% sure which metal items can go into your recycle collection box? Continue reading

Metal, as a material, can be recycled infinitely without losing structure or quality. This reason alone should be enough to encourage you to ensure it reaches recycling facilities to be made into something new. However, there are plenty of other reasons to recycle it. Continue reading

Of all the metals we process, we see a lot of magnetic metals come through our process and whilst some types of magnetic metals make placements for ideal fridge magnets, there is much more to them. The recycling of these products has a significant impact on the sustainability of our future. Continue reading