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About This Location

Scrap Management Industries (SMI) has operated at East 11th Street in Lawrence as a full-service ferrous and nonferrous scrap metal recycler serving Douglas County contractors, demolition firms, and individual sellers.

What this location Accepts

✓ Copper (bare bright, #1, #2, insulated wire)
✓ Aluminum (extrusions, cast, sheet, cans)
✓ Brass and bronze
✓ Lead
✓ Stainless steel (appliances, construction, automotive)
✓ Ferrous steel and iron (light iron, heavy melt, shredded)
✓ Catalytic converters
✓ Household appliances (ferrous and stainless)
✓ Demolition and construction scrap metal

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What they do not accept

✕ Household recyclables (paper, cardboard, glass, plastic)
✕ Electronics / e-waste (not listed as accepted)
✕ Hazardous waste

Programs & events

  • Roll-off container service — Containers available for contractors, demolition projects, and industrial scrap accumulation.
  • Onsite industrial services — Onsite baling, car logging, shearing, and demolition services for commercial clients.

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What metals does SMI Lawrence buy?

The yard purchases copper, aluminum, brass, lead, stainless steel, ferrous steel and iron, insulated wire, and catalytic converters from individuals and commercial accounts.

What are the hours on Saturday?

Saturday hours are 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The yard is closed Sundays.

Does SMI Lawrence offer roll-off containers?

Yes. Roll-off container service is available for contractors and demolition projects. Contact them at (785) 865-3730 to arrange a container.

How are scrap prices set?

Prices change with commodity markets. Visit smirecyclers.com or call (785) 865-3730 for current rates before bringing a load.

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Contact & Location

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Address
1006 E 11th St, Lawrence, KS 66044
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City / State
Lawrence, Kansas

Opening Hours

Monday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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