Sell Electric Motors & Scrap Cables

Sell your electric motors and scrap cables directly to us and you receive the best possible returns. Whether you run a manufacturing facility or an electrical contracting business, we offer transparent payouts.

• Average Payouts: Copper wire ranges from R150 to R177 per kg, while electric motors fetch R15 to R45 per kg depending on size.
• Metals Accepted: Non-ferrous metals (copper, aluminium, brass) and ferrous metals (steel, cast iron).
• Legal Requirements: All transactions comply with the Second-Hand Goods Act, requiring valid ID and proof of address.
• Service Areas: Collections available, including.
• Payment Methods: Same-day EFT processed immediately upon weighing (no cash, per the Second-Hand Goods Act).

How Much Is Scrap Metal Worth?

Copper scrap typically sells for between R150 and R177 per kilogram depending on grade and cleanliness. Clean, stripped copper wire always commands the highest premium when you sell your copper to us, while insulated cables are priced lower to account for processing costs.

A large amount of scrap metal comes from engineering workshops and manufacturing facilities in areas like. We help these local industries maximize their returns through transparent scrap metal grading.

Average Scrap Metal Prices

Where Can You Sell Scrap Metal Near Me?

We are an established, licensed recycling centre serving the greater industrial nodes. When you sell your scrap metal to us, your materials are weighed accurately on our calibrated digital scales.

Electrical contractors frequently rely on our scheduled collection services. Instead of transporting heavy loads of industrial scrap yourself, we will dispatch a collection vehicle directly to your site.

We value transparent payment practices. You receive a detailed breakdown of your materials, ensuring you understand exactly how your payout was calculated based on current London Metal Exchange (LME) rates.

What Metals Do We Accept?

We classify materials into two main categories: ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Non-ferrous metals like copper, aluminium, and brass are highly sought after and command premium prices.

The metal recycling process begins with accurate sorting. Separating your bright wire from lower-grade electrical components before selling will significantly boost your total payout.

Common Types of Scrap Metal Recycled

• Copper scrap: Millberry wire, burnt copper, copper tubing, and busbars.
• Aluminium scrap: Extrusions, window frames, used beverage cans (UBC), and aluminium cast.
• Electric motors: Washing machine motors, industrial AC units, and starters.
• Brass: Plumbing fittings, industrial valves, and water meters.
• Stainless steel: Fabrication offcuts and commercial kitchen equipment.
• Ferrous metals: Cast iron, heavy steel beams, and light sheet metal.

Evaluating Electric Motors

Old electric motors contain valuable internal copper windings wrapped inside a heavy steel casing. Because we must physically break open the motor to extract the copper, prices are calculated based on the combined weight and copper recovery yield.

Industrial motors from manufacturing plants fetch some of our best cable and motor prices due to their size. We also widely accept small appliance motors from washing machines or power tools, though they yield a lower per-kilogram rate.

Electric Motor Payout Rates

Processing Copper and Aluminium Cables

Electrical wiring and thick distribution cables are fundamental to the metal recycling industry. Stripping the plastic insulation off your cables before visiting our yard will automatically upgrade your material to a clean copper price tier.

Aluminium cables are lighter than copper, but you can still sell your aluminium for excellent secondary metal value. Local contractors frequently generate this type of aluminium scrap during large commercial building upgrades.

Car Batteries and E-Waste Logistics

Lead-acid car batteries are processed under strict recycling regulations to prevent environmental contamination. We evaluate batteries based on their overall weight and lead content.

When you sell your e-waste and computer scrap — including computer towers and server racks — you are handing over precious metals like gold, silver, and high-grade copper. Proper e-waste recycling ensures these components are recovered safely rather than ending up in municipal landfills.

E-Waste & Battery Scrap Prices

Why Sell to Our Licensed Yard?

As a licensed dealer, our compliance guarantees that your transactions are safe, legal, and accurately recorded. Fly-by-night operators often use tampered scales, resulting in unfair payouts for your valuable materials.

We use certified weighbridges for large trucks and calibrated digital scales for smaller bakkie loads. This ensures total payment transparency for every kilogram you deliver.

How the Scrap Collection Process Works

Arranging a collection is straightforward for businesses generating high volumes of secondary metals. We provide skip bins or send flatbed trucks directly to your industrial site or construction project.

Once the material arrives at our yard, we grade the load. Ferrous metals are separated from non-ferrous metals using industrial magnets, and the final valuation is calculated instantly.

Frequently asked questions

What documents do I need to sell scrap metal?

Under the Second-Hand Goods Act, you must provide a valid ID (or passport) and a proof of address not older than three months. This legal requirement applies at our yard, as at all licensed recycling centres.

Do you collect scrap metal directly from businesses?

Yes. We offer commercial collection services for factories, workshops, and contractors, including,. Minimum weight requirements typically apply for free collection.

How do you determine copper prices daily?

Scrap metal prices fluctuate based on the global London Metal Exchange (LME) indices, the local rand exchange rate, and local refinery demand. We update our quotes regularly to reflect true market value.

Are insulated cables worth selling?

Absolutely. While clean, stripped copper fetches the highest price per kilogram, insulated copper and aluminium cables are still highly valuable. We simply factor the insulation stripping process into our buying price.