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Brass Metal Recycling in Lake Zurich, IL

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Earn Cash for Your Brass Items

Wauconda Recycling Center is a family-owned and -operated recycling business serving the general public, contractors and businesses alike. We offer friendly and superior service. For all questions about brass metal recycling in Lake Zurich, IL, call (224) 606-1003 or stop by today.


Bring in your Brass to Wauconda Recycling Center and walk out with cash! You can earn money while helping to save our environment.


Our knowledge of the brass markets ensures that your material will be recycled responsibly and allows us to offer the highest market price for your material.

Get Cash Today for Your Brass


Brass

Steel and iron must be removed. (Examples: faucets, taps, valves)


Red Brass

Used in more industrial applications. Has a higher copper content than yellow brass.


Dirty Brass

Brass that contains contamination that we have to remove such as steel, plastic, or rubber.


Brass Radiators

A radiator that is manufactured with brass tanks and copper fins.


Highest Prices Paid for Scrap Metal

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(224) 606-1003

(224) 606-1003

Purpose of Recycled Brass for Future Use


Why Choose Recycled Brass?

  • Environmental Benefits: Reduced Mining Impacts: Recycling brass significantly reduces the environmental impact of brass mining, which can involve significant energy consumption and potential environmental damage.
  • Energy Conservation: Recycling brass requires significantly less energy than mining and refining new brass, conserving valuable resources.
  • Lower Carbon Footprint: Recycling brass has a lower carbon footprint compared to primary brass production, contributing to a more sustainable future.
  • Economic Benefits:Cost-Effective: Recycled brass is often more cost-effective than virgin brass, offering significant savings for businesses.
  • Supporting Domestic Recycling: Choosing recycled brass supports domestic recycling industries and strengthens the circular economy.
  • Performance Benefits: High Quality: Recycled brass maintains the same excellent physical and mechanical properties as virgin brass, including its durability, corrosion resistance, and attractive golden color.


Our Recycling Process

At Wauconda Recycling Center, we follow a meticulous recycling process to ensure the highest quality of recycled copper:

  • Collection: We gather brass from various sources, including old plumbing fixtures, musical instruments, and industrial machinery.
  • Sorting and Cleaning: The collected brass is sorted and cleaned to remove any impurities and ensure high purity.
  • Melting and Refining: The cleaned brass is melted down and refined to achieve the desired quality and specifications.
  • Forming: The refined brass is then formed into new products, ready for use in various industries.


Applications of Recycled Copper

Recycled brass is versatile and used in numerous applications, including:

  • Plumbing: Its resistance to corrosion makes recycled brass ideal for plumbing systems and fixtures.
  • Musical Instruments: Brass is commonly used in the production of musical instruments such as trumpets, trombones, and saxophones.
  • Decorative Items: Recycled brass is used to create beautiful and durable decorative items, including hardware, ornaments, and jewelry.
  • Industrial Machinery: Brass components are essential in various industrial applications due to their durability and resistance to wear.


Join Us in Making a Difference

By choosing brass metal recycling in Lake Zurich, IL, you are supporting sustainable practices and contributing to a healthier planet. Contact us today to learn more about our recycled metal products and how we can meet your needs.

Wauconda Recycling Center pays TOP $$ for your scrap metal and also have a price match guarantee! We recycle ferrous and non-ferrous metals and also provide e-recycling and appliance recycling services to Wauconda, IL and the surrounding areas.

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