Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Reliable Partner for Metal Recycling Services in Michigan
Franklin Metals has been a trusted leader in metal recycling since 1969, setting industry standards for collecting and processing scrap metals, obsolete goods, and raw materials into reusable commodities. Our commitment to environmental responsibility drives our efforts to conserve natural resources while delivering exceptional service to commercial clients and individual consumers. With over 50 years of experience, we combine proven processes and state-of-the-art technologies to produce high-quality materials for industrial reuse. Our in-house fleet serves customers across 12 states and 5 countries, offering personalized solutions tailored to meet diverse client needs. We prioritize quick responses, fair pricing, and flexible service models to ensure customer satisfaction.Our capabilities include drying, granulation, tumbling, and advanced screening systems, supported by specialized consulting services like metallurgical analysis. As a family-owned business, we maintain the agility to provide dedicated support while handling large-scale operations. Our ISO-certified practices ensure safe, ethical processing aligned with long-term sustainability goals. By fostering partnerships with foundries, mills, and refiners, we help clients reduce costs and environmental impact simultaneously. Contact us today to experience recycling excellence rooted in decades of expertise.
Services
Public Drop-Off
Industrial Pick-Ups
Auto Salvage
Yard Clean-Ups
Dump Hoppers
Granulation Mill
Screening Systems
Metal Recycling
Scrap Metal Buyers
Scrap Metal Sellers
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of experience in metal recycling
- Our ISO-certified processes ensure environmental responsibility
- We provide free pickup and delivery services
- Our state-of-the-art facility includes granulation and screening systems
- We serve clients across 12 states and 5 countries
Associations and certifications
- ISO Certificate
Services
Metal Recycling
Franklin Metals transforms scrap metals and raw materials into reusable industrial commodities using state-of-the-art technology. Our processes serve die casters, foundries, and smelters while maintaining environmental compliance. Clients benefit from competitive pricing and nationwide logistics support.
Industrial Pick-Ups
We provide efficient industrial scrap metal pickup services with specialized equipment including flat-bed trailers and roll-off containers. Our fleet serves businesses across multiple states, minimizing operational disruptions through scheduled collections.
Yard Clean-Ups
Our yard cleanup services remove scrap metal debris and obsolete materials from commercial sites. Using heavy machinery and expert crews, we restore property functionality while ensuring proper material recycling and regulatory compliance.
Auto Salvage
Franklin Metals processes end-of-life vehicles for metal recovery, following environmentally responsible dismantling procedures. We handle complete vehicle recycling from collection to material separation, offering fair compensation for automotive scrap.
Granulation Mill
Our advanced granulation mill processes metal scrap into standardized particles for industrial reuse. This capability enhances material value for clients while supporting consistent quality requirements for downstream manufacturing applications.
Questions
What types of metals do you recycle?
We process aluminum, copper, steel, brass, zinc, iron, magnesium, and various other ferrous and non-ferrous metals from both industrial and consumer sources.
Do you offer pickup services for large quantities?
Yes, our fleet provides free pickup and delivery services for commercial clients with materials transported in specialized containers up to 80-yard capacity.
How are scrap metal prices determined?
Pricing depends on current market rates, material type, and processing requirements. We guarantee transparent settlements with no hidden fees.
Are you certified for environmental compliance?
We maintain ISO-certified operations and follow strict protocols to ensure all processing meets federal environmental regulations and sustainability goals.
What areas do you service?
Our logistics network covers 12 U.S. states and international locations, with primary operations centered in Michigan's Lower Peninsula.
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