What We Recycle

BL Duke is a leader in ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metal recycling and a mill-direct supplier with the ability to market materials to premium regions by barge, rail, and truck.

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We Recycle Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Metals

Ferrous Metals

We process 30,000 tons of ferrous materials monthly, including various grades of steel and iron scrap.
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Non-Ferrous Metals

Our 250,000 sq. ft. warehouse handles over 2.5 million pounds of non-ferrous metals monthly.
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Unacceptable Materials

Learn what materials we don’t accept. Some items are prohibited, while others may be accepted under certain conditions.

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Our Capabilities

Extensive Facilities

69 acres for ferrous processing. 250,000 sq. ft. non-ferrous warehouse.

Advanced Equipment

Balers, mobile and stationary shears, aluminum pucking and copper wire processing.

High Capacity

30,000 ferrous tons per month. 2,500,000+ lbs. non-ferrous per month.

3 Ways to Move

Barge, Class 1 Rail, and Truck Transport. Company-owned barges and rail cars.

Environmental Commitment

Our yards on the Des Plaines River follow the strictest environmental standards.

Regulatory Compliance

Fully compliant with all applicable standards set by the U.S. EPA, Illinois EPA, and local environmental agencies.

Waterway Safety

Operations follow all regulatory guidelines established by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the U.S. Coast Guard to protect surrounding waterways.

Certified Scale Accuracy

Scales are audited and certified by the Illinois Department of Agriculture’s Weights and Measures Division to ensure accurate, transparent transactions.

Why BL Duke

BL Duke’s flexible and customizable scrap management programs are designed to meet the unique needs of each customer.

69 Acres

Extensive Processing Facilities in Two Locations

30K Tons

Monthly Ferrous Processing Capabilites

2.5M Pounds

Monthly Non-Ferrous Processing Capabilities

3 Ways to Move

Barge, Rail, and Truck Capabilities

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