Emr Northern Metal Recycling Glenwood
Recycling Center in Glenwood, Minnesota
About This Location
EMR Glenwood, part of the EMR metal-recycling group, is a scrap-metal yard at 900 18th Ave NE in Glenwood, Minnesota. It buys ferrous (iron and steel) and non-ferrous metals, junk vehicles, auto batteries, aluminum cans, catalytic converters, and small electronics, paying by check based on weight, grade, and global market prices. The yard offers help unloading, PPE, and a customer payment office, and requires photo ID for payment. This is a commercial/public scrap buyer rather than a municipal household recycling drop-off.
What EMR Glenwood (Northern Metal Recycling) Accepts
Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries
What they do not accept
This is a scrap-metal buyer, not a municipal household recycling drop-off; it does not take general household recyclables or household hazardous waste.
Access & restrictions
public-buyer · ID or proof of residency required · Walk-in (no appointment) · Individuals can sell scrap. Photo ID is required for payment. A Minnesota copper-seller license is needed for certain copper grades. Payment is by check, based on weight, grade, and world markets.
Programs & events
- On-site unloading assistance
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What metals does EMR Glenwood buy?
EMR Glenwood buys ferrous (iron and steel) and non-ferrous metals, junk vehicles, auto batteries, aluminum cans, catalytic converters, and small electronics. Payment is by check based on weight, grade, and world market prices.
Do I need an ID to sell scrap at EMR Glenwood?
Yes. Photo ID is required for payment. For certain copper grades, you also need a Minnesota copper-seller license.
What won't EMR Glenwood accept?
They do not take large domestic appliances, fridges or freezers, steel cables, asbestos, radioactive materials, PCBs and CFCs, or ammunition and explosives.
What are EMR Glenwood's hours?
The yard is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with the scale running roughly 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and is closed Saturday and Sunday.
Can households drop off recycling at EMR Glenwood?
EMR is a scrap-metal buyer, not a municipal recycling drop-off. Individuals can sell scrap metal, but general household recyclables and hazardous waste should go to Pope County's recycling options.
Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.
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