The 2026 Arizona Scrap Metal & Recycling Logistics Guide
In 2026, Arizona's "Scrap-to-Steel" pipeline is surging. With the CMC Steel Arizona mill expansion and the growing EV/Battery hub in the East Valley, outbound scrap loads are no longer just "junk"—they are a high-volume industrial commodity.
For carriers, these yards offer consistent, heavy-duty outbound hauls. Whether you're running flatbeds, RGNs for crushed cars, or specialized containers for e-waste, this directory puts you direct with the people who cut the checks.
I. Phoenix / Glendale / West Valley Hub
The industrial heart of AZ. High density of ferrous/non-ferrous processing with massive outbound to California ports and Midwest mills.
| Company | Decision-Maker / Contact | Phone / Email | Logistics & Freight Tips |
| SA Recycling (Multiple Locations) | John Anzelmo / Rebecca Seymour (GMs) | (602) 258-5323 | The Big Player. High-volume outbound scrap. Often ships via flatbed to mills or containers for export. Ask for the Traffic Coordinator. |
| Consolidated Resources Inc (CRI) | Thomas Angell (COO) / Nick Stull (GM) | (623) 931-5009 4849 W Missouri Ave | Industrial Focus. They handle aerospace scrap (titanium, alloys). High-value loads often requiring tarping and clean decks. |
| Davis Metals / Salvage | David Barker (Gen Mgr) | (602) 267-7208 3322 E Washington St | 70+ Year Institution. Outbound ferrous/non-ferrous. Great for regional flatbed runs. |
| Olgin Efune Recycling | Brad Efune (CEO) / Chad Olgin | (602) 595-6977 2449 W Madison St | Commercial Scrap. High-volume outbound metal. Direct mill shipments; ask for Reyes Rendon (Commercial Buyer). |
| Hydro Extrusion North America | Alan Rasmussen (Scrap Buyer) | (602) 424-1457 249 S 51st Ave | Aluminum Specialists. Frequent scrap outbound back to secondary smelters. |
| Friedman Recycling | Bret Burrer (Plant Ops) | (602) 269-9324 3640 W Lincoln St | High-Volume Plant. Moves massive tonnage of processed materials. Very consistent hauls. |
II. Mesa / East Valley / CMC Steel Corridor
Home to the state's largest steel mill and the core of the East Valley industrial boom.
| Company | Decision-Maker / Contact | Phone / Website | Logistics & Freight Tips |
| CMC Steel Arizona | Logistics / Shipping Dept | (480) 396-7100 cmc.com | The Mill. They receive scrap and ship Rebar/Structural Steel. High-volume RGN and Flatbed opportunities. |
| American Metals Co (AMC) | Anthony DiSanti (Owner) | (480) 834-1923 740 W Broadway Rd | Ferrous/Non-Ferrous. Regional outbound to mills. Ask for the Operations Manager. |
| ER2 (Electronic Recyclers) | Rick Krug (Managing Partner) | (602) 688-5800 er2.com | Certified E-Waste. Specialized outbound (R2 standards). Requires secure van or container transport. |
| Battery Recycling / P4C | Scott Sidum (Ops Mgr) | (480) 248-3100 batteryrecycling.com | Hazmat Specialty. Outbound battery/electronic scrap. Requires securement and often hazmat certs. |
III. Tucson / Southern Arizona Market
A strategic gateway for outbound to Mexico and Southern California.
| Company | Decision-Maker / Contact | Phone / Website | Logistics & Freight Tips |
| W. Silver Recycling | Patrick Merrick (President) | (520) 750-9454 3440 E 36th St | New Expansion. Strategically located for maquiladora trade. High-volume outbound metals. |
| Tucson Iron & Metal | Gary Kippur (President) | (520) 884-1554 690 E 36th St | Iron Specialists. Consistent outbound ferrous loads for regional transport. |
| HVF West / Precious Metals | Scott Laughlin (VP) | (520) 574-1817 hvfwest.com | High-Value Recovery. Specialized, high-security loads. |
2026 Pro-Tip: The "Return Haul" Strategy
Arizona is a heavy consumption state.
The Play: If you take a load of new steel into Phoenix or Tucson from a supplier like Infra-Metals, do not deadhead out.
The Flip: Use this directory to call an SA Recycling or Davis Metals yard for a "dirty" outbound load (scrap iron/baled aluminum) heading back to the Midwest or California.
The Result: You maximize your revenue per mile by keeping your deck loaded in both directions.
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