RECYCLING & ASSET RECOVERY

If it can be saved, reused, or recycled, we make it happen.

Recycling and asset recovery are essential parts of responsible demolition and industrial decommissioning. Melching salvages, recovers, and recycles materials and equipment to reduce landfill waste, lower client costs, and support sustainable redevelopment. With an in-house environmental and demolition team, we evaluate every structure for metals, machinery, concrete, and reusable components that can be safely reclaimed before or during demolition.

Our process protects the environment, increases project efficiency, and provides clients with documentation showing exactly how materials were handled, recycled, or repurposed.

Whether the project involves a full-scale industrial plant shutdown or selective demolition inside an active facility, Melching delivers safe, transparent, and value-driven material recovery.

Our Recycling and Asset Recovery Services

  • Scrap metal recovery and recycling
  • Removal and resale of industrial equipment and machinery
  • Salvage of structural steel, copper, aluminum, and other metals
  • Concrete crushing and reuse on site
  • Recovery and recycling of fluorescent lamps and PCB ballasts
  • Wood, brick, and masonry diversion from landfill
  • Decommissioning and removal of process systems and utilities
  • Documentation of recycling percentages and waste diversion

With owned equipment, experienced operators, and certified environmental crews, Melching maximizes recovery while keeping projects clean, safe, and on schedule.

Why Melching for Recycling and Asset Recovery?

  • Integrated environmental and demolition teams
  • Efficient in-house removal of metals, equipment, and concrete
  • Transparent reporting for sustainability and compliance
  • Reduced disposal costs and improved project value
  • Safe handling of hazardous materials and regulated components
  • Proven performance on large-scale industrial decommissioning

We help clients get the most value out of every project while keeping material out of landfills and protecting the environment.

What is asset recovery in demolition?

Asset recovery is the process of identifying, removing, and reusing valuable materials and equipment during demolition or decommissioning. Melching recovers metals, machinery, concrete, and recyclable materials to reduce costs and waste.

Recycling and Asset Recovery FAQs

What materials can Melching recycle during demolition?

We recycle ferrous and non-ferrous metals, structural steel, concrete, brick, wood, equipment, fluorescent lamps, ballasts, and other salvageable materials. Many projects achieve significant landfill diversion rates.

Does asset recovery reduce project costs?

Yes. Salvaging metals and equipment offsets disposal fees and can reduce overall project expenses. Reclaimed concrete can also be crushed and reused on site, lowering material and trucking costs.

How does Melching handle equipment or machinery that has resale value?

We assess equipment for potential reuse, resale, or scrap value. Items can be removed intact when possible and coordinated with buyers or facility owners.

Can recycling be done during active operations?

Yes. Melching performs selective recovery in operating plants, commercial buildings, and industrial facilities using controlled methods, containment, and safe access routes.

How do you handle hazardous materials like PCB ballasts or mercury lamps?

We segregate and package PCB ballasts, mercury devices, and fluorescent lamps following EPA and DOT standards. These items are sent to certified recycling facilities with full documentation.

Do clients receive documentation of recycling and disposal?

Yes. We provide waste manifests, recycling totals, diversion percentages, and disposal records. This is especially valuable for sustainability reporting, redevelopment projects, and regulatory compliance.

Can Melching integrate asset recovery with decommissioning and demolition?

Absolutely. Because we self perform environmental work, demolition, and material recovery, all activities are sequenced efficiently, reducing downtime and maximizing salvage value.

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Melching is the Midwest’s trusted demolition and environmental contractor. From teardown to cleanup, we handle every phase safely, efficiently, and sustainably.

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