Cohen
1206 S Fayette St, Washington Court House, Ohio, United States

Family-owned since 1924, Cohen is one of the largest ferrous and non-ferrous metal recycling companies in North America, processing more than 1.25 million tons annually. Today, we remain dedicated to the same values the company was founded on – quality and service.

Quality
Operating over 20 strategically located facilities, Cohen provides localized, personalized, and full-service scrap management. One of the first ISO certified scrap metal processors in the U.S., our operational capabilities enable us to provide competitive, premium pricepoints that help improve your bottom line.

Service
Our people make the difference. We are focused on providing an experience that is consistent and customer service-focused. An experience where everyone — both our external customers who sell us scrap and our internal customers, our employees who make everything possible — know they will be treated with respect. Our committed management team is focused on anticipating and quickly responding to your needs 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.A proud member the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI), serving on its Ohio Valley Chapter board, we are committed to the communities we serve by being a responsible corporate citizen. We lead our industry in working with law enforcement and legislators to prevent illegal activity related to scrap metal recycling and we are always in compliance with federal, state, and local laws.

Welcome to IH Schlezinger/Columbus South. We pay cash or check for metal scrap, used electronics, and automobiles. Our true weight measures and competitive pricing ensure a fair transaction every time. We’re doing our best to make your experience at Cohen more rewarding. If you are a first time visitor or have any questions, please call us at (614) 443-0909. 

Commom Materials We Accept

Ferrous metals: steel, iron. Non-ferrous metals: aluminum, stainless steel, copper, brass, lead. Household Appliances: refrigerators*, freezers*, air conditioners*, dishwashers, clothes washers & dryers, stoves, etc. Electronics: computer towers, computer components, circuit boards, cell phones, rechargeable batteries, A/C adapters, Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) monitors and TVs.† Batteries.† Automobiles. Catalytic converters.

 Compressors must be removed prior to arrival. Do not attempt to remove refrigerant or compressors yourself, please see a licensed HVAC professional. We will recycle the compressor, but the refrigerant must be removed before entering our facility.

Commom Materials We Do Not Accept

Dirt, debris, or trash of any kind. Paper, plastic, or glass. Free-flowing liquids: gas, oil, paint propane, water, etc. Certain public property items: fire hydrants, street signs, manhole covers, etc. Closed containers under pressure*: propane/gas cylinders, fire extinguishers, aerosol cans, beverage kegs, etc. Hazardous, toxic or radioactive materials of any kind. PCB-containing materials. Steel drums without certification of cleaning. Ammunition/Ordnance scrap. Vacuum cleaners. Torque converters. Burnt wire. Mercury switches.These containers can only be accepted if stems are removed and opened (punctured, drilled, cut) so that containers are no longer pressurized and verifiably empty.

Our goals are to ensure:

• Our employees always work in a safe and autonomous environment and earn good wages & benefits.
• Our buyers always get the materials they need to create new products.
• Our sellers always get a fair price and make a living.