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Buying guide rates: rates and estimates on this page refer to scrap we buy. To purchase metal, request a separate sales quote and stock confirmation.
Sell aluminium scrap. We offer transparent weighing and competitive per-kg payouts, with same-day EFT on calibrated scales.
Quick answer
Yes, we buy aluminium scrap, paying R5 to R45 per kilogram depending on the grade and cleanliness. We accept clean extrusions, cast aluminium, sheet, wire and beverage cans. Bring your load to our licensed yard, we weigh it on our calibrated scale, and pay you immediately by same-day EFT.
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Engineering workshops, window manufacturers, and households generate significant amounts of valuable non-ferrous metal. If you need to sell aluminium scrap, our licensed recycling centre offers transparent weighing and highly competitive per-kilogram payouts based on daily market rates.
- Average payouts: R5 – R45 per kilogram depending on the aluminium grade and cleanliness.
- Aluminium accepted: Clean extrusions, cast aluminium, sheet metal, wire, and beverage cans (UBCs).
- Service areas: and the wider.
- Payment methods: Same-day EFT (no cash, per the Second-Hand Goods Act) following calibrated scale weighing.
- Legal compliance: We are fully licensed scrap metal dealers adhering to recycling regulations.
Current Aluminium Scrap Prices
Clean aluminium scrap typically sells for between R28 and R32 per kilogram. Because aluminium is a globally traded non-ferrous metal, local aluminium scrap prices fluctuate based on international demand and the current Rand exchange rate.
To maximize your return, we separate pure aluminium from mixed or contaminated loads. Materials with steel screws, rubber seals, or heavy plastic attachments require more labor to process and are graded at a lower price point.
Average Aluminium Scrap Prices
| Aluminium Grade | Typical Price (per kg) | Example Payout (50kg Load) |
|---|---|---|
| Clean Aluminium Sheet | R28 – R32 | R1,400 – R1,600 |
| Aluminium Extrusions | R26 – R30 | R1,300 – R1,500 |
| Aluminium Wire (Stripped) | R25 – R30 | R1,250 – R1,500 |
| Cast Aluminium | R22 – R26 | R1,100 – R1,300 |
| Aluminium Cans (UBC) | R18 – R22 | R900 – R1,100 |
| Mixed / Contaminated Aluminium | R15 – R20 | R750 – R1,000 |
Common Types of Aluminium Scrap Recycled
Aluminium is highly valued in the metal recycling process because it can be melted down and reformed infinitely without losing its material properties. We categorize and purchase several distinct grades of this lightweight metal:
- Aluminium Extrusions: Offcuts from window frames, door profiles, and structural rails. This is high-value scrap provided it is free of glass, rubber weather strips, and steel screws.
- Cast Aluminium: Engine blocks, gearbox casings, and heavy automotive parts. Automotive repair shops frequently supply cast aluminium along with old radiators, rims and mag wheels.
- Clean Sheet Aluminium: Roofing sheets, industrial cladding, and manufacturing offcuts.
- Aluminium Wire: Overhead electrical cables and stripped non-ferrous wiring.
- Used Beverage Cans (UBCs): Standard cool drink and beer cans collected by households and informal waste reclaimers.
How to Get the Best Payout for Your Aluminium
We grade metal based on purity. An aluminium window frame with steel hinges and glass still attached will be downgraded to "irony aluminium" or "contaminated scrap," significantly dropping its value per kilogram.
To get the highest price per kilogram, take a magnet to your scrap. Aluminium is non-magnetic. If the magnet sticks to any bolts or brackets, remove them. Stripping your aluminium wire of its plastic insulation before visiting our yard also instantly upgrades the material to a premium price tier — the same applies when you sell electric motors and cables.
Commercial Scrap Collection
Manufacturing facilities and engineering plants in industrial nodes like and generate substantial volumes of aluminium turnings, offcuts, and redundant machinery.
Commercial clients producing large quantities of scrap can sell their scrap metal to us, and we provide robust bin placement and scheduled collection services. This ensures your factory floor remains clear of hazardous metal waste while generating a consistent secondary income stream for your business. We accurately weigh all collected materials on our calibrated weighbridge to guarantee transparent payments.
Frequently asked questions
What is the current price of aluminium scrap?
Clean aluminium extrusions and sheets currently fetch between R26 and R32 per kilogram. Lower-grade items like aluminium cans and contaminated cast aluminium generally sell for between R15 and R22 per kilogram, depending on daily market fluctuations.
How do I know if my scrap metal is aluminium or stainless steel?
Both metals look similar, but aluminium is much lighter and softer than stainless steel. The easiest test is to use a grinder; stainless steel will throw bright sparks, while aluminium will not spark at all. Neither metal is magnetic.
Do you accept aluminium cans for recycling?
Yes. Used Beverage Cans (UBCs) are highly recyclable. We buy crushed or uncrushed aluminium cans from households, schools, and waste reclaimers.
Do you offer collection services for aluminium scrap?
Yes, we offer free scrap metal collection for large commercial volumes and industrial clients, and surrounding suburbs. Smaller domestic quantities should be brought directly to our drop-off facility.
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