Scrap Metal Recycling and Collection UK
2022-01-16
LKM Recycling are one of the leading recycling companies in the South East of England and accept all grades of Non Ferrous scrap metal ranging from: All grades of Aluminium. Mixed Brass, Mixed Copper (Braziery, Copper Tube, Tanks), Cables (Household, Low Grade), Stainless, Lead, Batteries, Electric Motors, Zinc, Phosphor bronze, Gun Metal, Nickel Alloy, And Many More
Each metal has different grades alongside the different types. Metal grades usually denote the quality of the metal and its purity. Grade 1 copper for example will be worth more than grade 2 as grade 1 has 100% purity. If you unsure what type or grade your metal is you can get in touch with our team today on 01795 439393
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How can I get the most money for my metal?
You can call round you local yards to get the best prices as each scrap yard will have different pricing for their metals and some will react quicker to changes than others. However most reputable yards will be changing prices weekly or daily to ensure the best service
How can I work out the weight of my scrap metal?
The most common weights used in the UK metal industry are tonnes and kilos. 1 tonne equals to 1000 kg so for scrap metal prices per kg divide the tonne price by 1000 to get your Kg price. We currently operate our ever growing business from three fully operational and licenced facility’s in and around the Kent area. LKM Recycling are growing with great momentum whilst keeping and maintaining our family run business ethics.
We pride our-self’s on service and communications. Whilst working alongside LKM Recycling our customers will never feel out of touch with what is happening.
Products that LKM Recycling accept over our weighbridge facilities are as follows:
– Shearing (Building materials, Heavy duty steel)
– Light Iron (Household Metals, Light Gauge Steel)
– OA (Steel Plate, Girder)
– Steel Swarf (Machined Steel Turnings)
– Engines (Car, Lorry and Machinery Engines)
– Steel Cuts (New Production Sheet)
– Cars (ELV)
LKM Recycling are currently loading two to three vessels per month each carrying the maximum weight of 3000 tonnes. The materials that are loaded onto the vessels is all HMS 1&2 and OA. These grades are produced through either Scrap Metal Merchants or through one of our Shears. The majority of materials that are processed through our shears will be Shearing and Light Iron.
What are the current scrap metal prices in the UK?
Scrap metal prices are constantly changing as scrap metal is a commodity that acts in the same way as oil or any other natural resource. The price will fluctuate based on supply and demand, currency changes and other factors. There are various types and also various grades of metal that will all fetch different prices in the UK market. UK scrap metal prices fluctuate daily, so its often difficult to establish an estimated figure of what your scrap metal is worth. To help you price your metal please call today for current pricing, also if you need help classifying your metal then please get in touch and we can help