Located in Westmead, a thriving economic hub within the greater Durban area, Industrial Scrap Metals has been purchasing, collecting, processing and recycling both ferrous and non-ferrous metals for over four decades.
Our three facilities in Swanfield Road process metal ethically sourced from manufacturers, businesses, workshops, demolition sites, individuals and other scrap metal dealers. We’re paid to contribute to a greener economy returning increasingly scarcer metals back into the consumer and manufacturing sectors. ISM processes in excess of 36,000 tons of ferrous and 4000 tons of non-ferrous per annum and sell to both local and international consumers of scrap metals.
Our success is built on a foundation established over many years by people who are passionate about our Industry. We have a strong , experienced team who are dedicated to good service delivery and prompt payments to all our clients. We have invested in vehicles, shears, shredders and balers to ensure that we always offer the best product possible.
Our success is built by a group of people who care about what we do, and with the skills, dedication and vision to consistently to deliver results and good service to all our clients. We’ve invested in a fleet of vehicles, cranes, baling, shredding, shearing and other processing equipment to ensure that all metal that leaves our yard is of the highest standard.
We supply metal to a large group of local and international consumers, ensuring we are able to always offer competitive prices.
We are always willing to go the extra mile, offering all our clients great service and turn around times.
We’re committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our staff, clients and visitors to our sites.
Offering free skip placement, fast and efficient collection services and competitive prices, we are all about convenience, value and reliability.
Put your metal waste back into the green economy with an ISM skip. We make managing metal waste simple with skips of various sizes placed free of charge at your premises.
Still need help? Speak to us.
We can give you a rough estimate over the phone, but for the most accurate price, it’s best to bring in a sample or your scrap so we can assess it properly. When you come in, we’ll weigh your scrap right in front of you and explain how different grades are priced.
Our priority is to ensure you receive a fair price for your scrap metal. We use state-of-the-art, calibrated scales for precise measurements, and our team is always available to answer any questions you may have about the valuation process.
Recycling your scrap metal is more than just good for the environment – it’s a smart choice with numerous benefits:
Environmental Impact:
Economic Benefits:
Beyond these benefits:
To help us serve you better and ensure a smooth transaction, please bring the following when you visit:
If you’re dropping off scrap on behalf of a company:
Please bring a letter on company letterhead stating that you are authorised to dispose of the scrap metal. This helps us maintain accurate records and comply with industry regulations.
We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain efficient and reliable service for all our customers.
No. Where gas bottles are marked with supplier identification please return them to the supplier. If there are no markings the bottle will have to be cut into 2 pieces prior to entering our yards.
We gladly accept metal shavings, but to ensure you get the best price, it’s important to understand how their quality affects their value.
Why Cleanliness Matters:
Metal shavings are often mixed with other materials that reduce their value, such as:
Maximise Your Return:
By taking a few simple steps, you can increase the value of your metal shavings:
Our truck drivers are given a list of customers to collect from for each day. They can get delayed in traffic, and at premises waiting for their turn to collect the scrap. Some days do not work out as planned. Please phone us if you have any questions to the time of the pick-up.
We follow all our trucks on tracker, and are in communication with the drivers, so any questions can be answered quickly. Remember we are a owner managed company so we will make a plan.
Here’s a list of things you should never put in a metal scrap skip:
Hazardous Waste:
Other Prohibited Items:
Save on costs by visiting our Resale Division to purchase prime, B-grade or recycled plate, bars, tubes, sheet and more.
Metal matters? We’ve got you covered. Drop us a message below and we’ll be in touch in no time.
