What we
Buy

We accept most ferrous metals (iron-based metals, which are generally magnetic), including domestic/household items, such as washing machines, bikes and cars, as well as all grades of steel and heavy iron from construction, demolition, manufacturing and a diverse number of other sectors.

We buy all grades of non-ferrous metal in any form, including metals such as aluminium, brass, copper, lead, tin, titanium and stainless steel. Our local teams of non-ferrous metal specialists are able to quickly identify these metals in order to offer you a competitive price.

Examples of non-ferrous metals and goods:

• Alloy wheels
• Aluminium
• Aluminium cans*
• Batteries
• Brass
• Bronze
• Cables
• Copper
• Electric motors
• Lead
• Nickel
• Stainless steel
• Swarf (turnings, filings or shavings)
• Tin
• Titanium
• Zinc

*Please note, not all yards accept aluminium cans, so please check with your local yard before visiting

As metal is a commodity prices can change regularly. We offer highly competitive prices calculated on the weight and grade of your metal as well as the worldwide markets. Once calculated, payment is made direct to your bank for a quick, secure, contact-free, experience.

We have the largest network of Authorised Treatment Facilities (ATFs) in the UK, allowing us to take care of your end-of-life vehicle in compliance with strict legislation, and recycle up to 95% of each scrap vehicle.

We operate one of the largest and most professional catalytic converter buying networks in the industry, enabling us to price and purchase both auto and industrial catalytic converters. We are able to offer competitive prices on all makes and types of converter, with prompt payment and a fast turnaround.

Many EMR yards accept large domestic appliances. We are able to accept these from local authorities, take-back schemes and producer-compliance schemes as well as the general public.

Examples of large domestic appliances:

• Cookers
• Dishwashers
• Tumble dryers
• Washing machines

At our dedicated plants in the Midlands and London (EMR Darlaston and EMR Willesden), we use state-of-the-art equipment to handle end-of-life fridges and freezers. These appliances require specialist processing to safely remove harmful substances and gases, and to recover valuable materials for recycling. We handle these appliances in an environmentally sound and compliant way.

We accept small electrical goods and appliances (referred to by the generic term WEEE – waste electrical and electronic equipment) at many EMR yards. We are able to accept these from local authorities, take-back schemes and producer-compliance schemes as well as the general public.

Examples of electrical goods and small appliances:

• Electrical toys
• Kettles
• Printers
• Toasters

Just like many of the other materials that we accept, these appliances require specialist processing to safely recover the materials that they contain.