Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Recycling Partner in Sacramento, CA
Ming's Recycling has been a family-owned and operated business since 1987, dedicated to environmental sustainability through comprehensive recycling solutions. Our mission focuses on waste reduction and establishing robust markets for recyclable materials, offering competitive pricing and global distribution. With three facilities across California, we process over 230,000 tons of recyclables annually, including aluminum, plastics, paper, and metals. Our team, led by founder Ming Luong and his sons Kenny and Kevin, combines decades of industry experience with innovative logistics to serve both local and international clients. We prioritize customer satisfaction through transparent operations, including public buyback programs and commercial pickup services.Our commitment to quality is evident in our high-capacity processing infrastructure and rail access at key locations. As pioneers in California's recycling industry, we continue to adapt to evolving environmental needs while maintaining our core values of community service and sustainability. Our expertise spans material sorting, brokerage, and export documentation, ensuring compliance with global market demands. This enduring legacy positions us as a trusted partner in advancing zero-waste initiatives across North America.
Services
Plastic recycling
Paper recycling
Aluminum recycling
Non-ferrous metal recycling
CRV buyback program
Railcar shipping
Truck pickup services
Export documentation
Material brokerage
Industrial recycling
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We've operated family-owned recycling facilities for over 35 years
- Our three California locations process 230,000+ tons annually
- We offer competitive pricing for both household and industrial recyclables
- Our rail-access facilities enable efficient large-volume shipping
- We provide commercial pickup and delivery services for businesses
Services
Plastic recycling
We process #1 PET through #7 plastics including bottles, films, and industrial scraps. Our facilities handle post-consumer and post-industrial materials for domestic and international markets. Advanced sorting systems ensure material purity meets global manufacturing standards.
Aluminum recycling
Specializing in aluminum can and scrap processing, our Hayward facility uses high-throughput systems for beverage containers and industrial aluminum. Rail-access locations enable bulk shipments to global smelting operations while maintaining strict quality controls.
Paper recycling
We handle #3 SMP, #6/#8 ONP, and #11 OCC paper grades with dedicated processing lines. Commercial-grade OCC and high-quality office paper streams are sorted for paper mill requirements across North America.
CRV buyback program
California residents can return eligible beverage containers at our Florin Road facility. Our public buyback center processes CRV materials with automated counting systems and provides immediate payment for household recyclables.
Railcar shipping
Our rail-access facilities in Sacramento and Hayward handle large-volume shipments of processed recyclables. This infrastructure supports efficient distribution to domestic processors and international markets with coordinated logistics scheduling.
People
Ming Luong
Founder
Founder of Ming's Recycling since 1987, Ming pioneered Sacramento's recycling industry. His vision established California's first family-operated recycling network, creating sustainable solutions for community waste management.
Kenny Luong
President
President since 1988, Kenny expanded operations to three facilities while developing international markets. His leadership increased processing capacity to 230,000 tons annually through strategic infrastructure investments.
Kevin Luong
CFO
Joining in 2006, Kevin transformed financial operations while implementing modern marketing strategies. His dual expertise in orthopedic surgery and business management brings unique problem-solving to recycling logistics.
Jeff Donlevy
General Manager
Overseeing Hayward operations, Jeff manages daily processing activities and quality control. His 15+ years in recycling logistics ensure seamless coordination between collection, processing, and shipment.
Ray Martinez
Operations Manager
As Hayward Operations Manager, Ray supervises material handling and facility efficiency. His team maintains safety standards while optimizing throughput for the facility's high-volume aluminum processing.
Questions
What materials do you accept for recycling?
We process aluminum, plastics #1-#7, paper grades #3 SMP through #11 OCC, non-ferrous metals, and CRV beverage containers.
Are you a family-owned business?
Yes, Ming's Recycling has been family-operated since 1987 with three generations managing daily operations across our facilities.
Do you offer commercial pickup services?
We provide scheduled pickup and delivery for industrial and commercial accounts across Northern California.
How much do you pay for recyclables?
Pricing varies by material type and market conditions. Contact our facilities directly for current buyback rates.
Can individuals bring recyclables to your facility?
Yes, our Florin Road location offers a public buyback center for household recyclables and CRV materials.
How do you handle large-volume shipments?
Our rail-access facilities in Sacramento and Hayward enable efficient bulk transport of processed materials nationwide and internationally.
