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 30K tons of ferrous materials monthly, including various grades of steel and iron scrap.

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Non-Ferrous Metals

Our 250K sq. ft. warehouse handles over 2.5M 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. 250K sq. ft. non-ferrous warehouse.

Advanced Equipment

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

High Capacity

30K ferrous tons per month. 2.5M 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

Frequently Asked Questions

BL Duke buys both ferrous metals such as steel and iron, and non-ferrous metals like copper, aluminum, brass, and stainless steel.

Copper, brass, and aluminum are typically the highest-value non-ferrous metals. Stainless steel and certain alloys can also bring strong returns.

Yes. BL Duke posts daily updated scrap prices for copper, aluminum, steel, and more. Check our website or call us for today’s rates.

Yes. We provide customized recycling programs for manufacturers, fabricators, and demolition contractors, including on-site containers, pickup service, and detailed reporting.

We accept some appliances depending on the material type.  Appliances must be free of PCBs, mercury, refrigerant, ammonia, and asbestos.

Ferrous metals are iron-based materials, including steel, cast iron, and sheet metal. They’re magnetic and widely recycled in construction and manufacturing.

Non-ferrous metals do not contain iron. Common examples include copper, brass, aluminum, and stainless steel.

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