Newell Recycling
859 Athens Street , Gainesville, Georgia, United States

Alton S. Newell had a vision to solve the difficult problem of dismantling junk cars into pieces small enough to bale for scrap. A one-time junkyard manager, Mr. Newell learned how to scrap cars by hand at a rate of (10 hours a car).  In the early 1960s Mr. Newell developed an efficient metal processing machine known to the world today as the Newell Shredder.Mr. Newell did not receive formal training as an engineer, but was able to pioneer a machine with capabilities to process an automobile in about 10 minutes and used less energy than other shredding and crushing machines.  The original model was powered by a 500 horsepower motor, processing 30 to 40 cars a day.  His invention was patented in 1969.Newell Recycling of Atlanta, Inc. was opened in 1976.  Initially planned as a heavy media separation plant, the company broadened its scope to recycle ferrous and non-ferrous metals.  The current operations include the shredder, metal recovery plant, nonferrous warehouse, iron yard, aluminum can receiving center, and the Newell Transportation facility.​Responsible recycling is the core competency at Newell Recycling.  The state of the art facility is not only efficient, but built to the highest environmental standards.  Newell has pioneered “Greenfield” design for recycling plants, making its facilities a showcase for the industry and a model good neighbor.

 Services

Newell provides high quality, furnace-ready metals for mills and foundries around the world. We can process your large and small volume needs for ferrous metals (steel, stainless steel, and iron) and nonferrous metals (aluminum, zinc, copper, and brass) as well as any specialized metals you may require. Our iron yard team efficiently processes material that is unsuitable for shredding by shearing or torch cutting.

Electronic / E-scrap

Newell provides a convenient way for you to recycle your e-scrap. Responsible recycling of electronics is essential to reduce items from entering landfills, manage hazardous materials, protect the environment, prevent pollution, and conserve valuable resources. Newell also reduces liability risk and protection against identity theft with secure data destruction and shredding.

Newell Direct 

Customers that have a recurring amount of scrap metal or electronics may qualify for this convenient pickup service. Contribute to a greener Earth by recycling your unwanted scrap metal and electronics. Call one of our excellent customer ​service representatives to schedule your  pickup. Newell Direct will work with you and tailor a schedule according to your service needs.*This service is currently only available in Atlanta.​

Demolition

Need demolition assistance or industrial clean up service? Turn your old equipment or machinery into money! No job is too big or small for Newell Recycling. We specialize in ferrous, non-ferrous, stainless steel and nickel alloys.

Industrial Manufacturers

Newel Recycling understands that in manufacturing efficient production is everything.  We compliment your operation with high quality containers to keep the scrap metal by-products out of your way so you can perform effectively. Newell has a long history of providing exceptional service to the industrial manufacturing segment. Let us show you how we can help you maximize your scrap metal revenue!

WHAT WE DON'T BUY?

• Computers or TV monitors, microwaves, etc.
• Glass
• Liquids or fluids of any kind
• Hazardous waste or chemicals
• Radioactive materials
• Flammable materials – no ammunition or explosives
• Closed containers such as fuels/gas tanks, beer kegs,enclosed drums or tanks with no 2′ x 2′ hole
• Ceramics (lamps)
• Contaminated medical equipment
• Devices containing gas
• Devices containing Freon
• Devices which contain radiation
• Hazardous material
• Light bulbs
• Liquids of any kind
• Monitors
• PCB ballasts
• Rubber
• Smoke detectors
• TV's (CRT, LCD, LED)