Ken's Iron Salvage & Recycling
Recycling Center in Sauk Centre, Minnesota
About This Location
Ken's Iron Salvage & Recycling is a small, family-owned scrap metal buyer that has served Sauk Centre and the surrounding area for over 45 years. It buys and recycles metal of all types, including automobiles and appliances, aluminum and aluminum cans, brass, copper, stainless steel, catalytic converters, electric motors and batteries. The business also offers on-site farm pickups for cleanup and rolloff containers in 10, 20 and 30-yard sizes. Note that it does not sell used auto parts.
What Ken's Iron Salvage & Recycling Accepts
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What they do not accept
This is a scrap metal salvage buyer, not a household curbside recycling or municipal drop-off. It does not handle glass, paper/cardboard or general plastics, and does not sell used auto parts.
Access & restrictions
public-buyer · Walk-in (no appointment) · Buys scrap metal from the public; also offers on-site farm cleanup pickups and rolloff container rental (10, 20 and 30-yard).
Programs & events
- On-site farm pickups
- Rolloff container rental
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Ken's Iron Salvage buy scrap metal from the public?
Yes. Ken's is a family-owned scrap metal buyer that purchases and recycles metal of all types, including autos, appliances, aluminum, brass, copper, stainless steel, catalytic converters, electric motors and batteries.
Can I buy used auto parts from Ken's Iron Salvage?
No. The business recycles scrap metal, including scrap automobiles, but does not sell used auto parts.
Does Ken's accept household recyclables like plastic or cardboard?
No. Ken's handles scrap metal, not curbside recyclables such as plastic, cardboard or glass. For those, use a Stearns County recycling program.
What are Ken's Iron Salvage hours?
Monday through Friday 8 AM to 4:30 PM (closed for lunch 12-12:30 PM) and Saturday 8 AM to 11:30 AM; closed Sunday.
Does Ken's offer cleanup pickups or containers?
Yes. Ken's offers on-site farm and property cleanup pickups and rents rolloff containers in 10, 20 and 30-yard sizes. Call 320-352-6878 to arrange.
Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.