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METALS
We BUY
At Macaulay, we ensure transparent and efficient processes for purchasing scrap metal.
Our strong global export connections allow us to secure top market prices and offer competitive payouts. Whatever the scale, whatever the metal, we can meet your needs.
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3D cube composed of stacked crushed aluminum cans on a black background.
Aluminum
Stack of old, worn car batteries with some having yellow tops and red or gray terminals on a black background.
Batteries
Cube constructed from interconnected brass pipe fittings and valves against a black background.
Brass
Cube made of interwoven bronze rods and flat strips against a black background.
Bronze
3D-rendered cube covered with intricate, tangled copper wires on a black background.
Copper
Compact cube composed of various automotive engine parts tightly assembled together on a black background.
Electric Motors
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Lead
Cube-shaped sculpture made of intertwined hollow metal tubes against a black background.
Nickel
Tightly coiled bundle of black, gray, and red audio cables with connectors against a black background.
PVC (wire)
Cube-shaped sculpture made from crushed and folded shiny stainless steel sheets against a black background.
Stainless Steel
Stack of rusted steel I-beams arranged in a cube shape on a black background.
STEEL
Cube composed of tightly arranged metal mechanical parts and connectors on a black background.
Zinc
How we buy
WHATEVER THE SCALE, WE CAN WEIGH IN
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Drive In, WEIGH UP, GET PAID
Our buying sheds make selling your scrap an easy and pleasurable experience. In just three simple steps you will be on your way: Drive In, Weigh Up, Get Paid.
Large quantities or small, we are well equipped with certified scales, weighbridges, cameras and expert staff members to make your metal recycling hassle free.
Helpful Tips
  • Please pre-sort your material to save time and get better prices,
  • We only accept your passport or drivers licence as identification.
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ON Site
pick ups
Relax and let us do all the heavy lifting. We have an extensive fleet of over 30 trucks and 15 trailers. Some of our trucks have cranes which can load your items directly on your site. For heavier items (generally above 3 tonnes) we can arrange a mobile crane.
Whether you have a large industrial demolition project, a regular scrap metal pickup or a one off clean up, our expert staff and array of bins can be tailored to suit your needs and requirements.
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Brokering
YOUR SCRAP
If we can’t land your scrap into our yard, we’ll broker it directly from yours. Pack your scrap and we’ll broker a deal. Our traders have years of collective experience and knowledge to help guide their decisions and negotiations with each deal.
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We will negotiate the very best price for you based on our: 

  • Wide access to customers,
  • Efficient shipping systems,
  • Extensive national and international networks.
Prohibited and
restricted materials
COMMITTED TO HEALTH AND SAFETY
We are committed to protecting the health and safety of our employees, visitors and everyone else who could be impacted by our operations. It is imperative that any items or materials that arrive at our sites are free from materials that are dangerous to the health and safety of people or animals and also damaging to the environment.
While many items appear to be mostly metal some can contain materials that are prohibited or restricted. Older items are more likely to contain prohibited substances. 
If there are concerns that any items you have may contain prohibited or restricted materials then these should be checked and confirmed prior to the items being delivered to our sites.
We reserve the right to refuse acceptance of any materials suspected of containing prohibited or restricted materials.
Asbestos
  • Asbestos or asbestos contaminated material such as roofing tiles,
  • Insulation on industrial ovens
    and boilers.
Containers & Cylinders
  • Gas bottles include LPG,
    propane, oxygen and acetylene bottles/cylinders,
  • Pressure vessels and hydraulic accumulators,
  • Fire extinguishers.
Mercury
  • Thermometers and switches.
PCBs
  • (Polychlorinated biphenyl)
    Old electrical equipment such as switch gear and transformers.
Radioactive Materials
  • Industrial gauges, isotopes
    and old medical equipment / x-ray equipment.
Materials with Strong Odours
  • Materials with strong or objectionable odour, for example,
    a freezer containing old meat
    isn’t acceptable.
Rechargeable Batteries
  • Lithium-Ion, nickel cadmium, nickel-metal hydride. If any of these batteries are found in supplier loads they will be returned to the supplier at their cost.
CFCs / SGGs
  • Refrigeration compressors and air conditioning units. Any items that contain any of these gases must be degassed prior to being delivered to our sites.
Non-Metallic Refuse
  • Concrete, dirt, plastics, bricks,
    tiles, fabrics, glass and demolition waste.
Liquids of any Type
  • All tanks, drums and containers must be drained and rinsed prior to being delivered to our sites. Vehicles and machinery must also be drained of fuels, oils and other liquids prior to being delivered.
Polystyrene
  • We do not accept any items that contain polystyrene such as cold storage panels and doors.
Other Non-metallic Items
  • Biological hazards – medical waste, food and animal wastes,
  • Chemical and toxic waste, poisons and herbicides,
  • Corrosive materials – acid and alkaline materials. With the exception of used lead acid batteries,
  • Flammable liquids, gases and paints.
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Transform what’s RECOVERABLE with us
Whether you’re interested in selling or buying metal or need help with a project or demolition, we’re ready to hear from you.
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Wellington
45 Seaview Rd,
Lower Hutt

04 589 2222
Opening hours

Monday to Friday:
7:30am – 4:30pm

Saturday: 

8:00am – Midday
TAURANGA
25 Glenlyon Ave,
Tauranga

07 975 1340
Yard opening soon
ROTORUA
73 Old Taupo Rd,
Rotorua

07 348 6966
Opening hours

Monday to Friday:
8:00am – 4:30pm

Saturday: 

8:00am – Midday
PALMERSTON NORTH
49 Malden St,
Palmerston North

06 357 7071
Opening hours

Monday to Friday:
8:00am – 4:30pm

Saturday: 

8:00am – Midday
WHAKATANE
147A Commerce St,
Whakatane
07 308 9100
Opening hours

Monday to Friday:
7:30am – 4:30pm
Saturday: 

8:00am – Midday

0800 Scrap yard | 0800 72 72 79