Buckman Iron & Metal
Recycling Center in Coplay, Pennsylvania
About This Location
Buckman Iron & Metal, Inc. is a family-owned scrap metal recycler in Coplay, Pennsylvania, serving the Lehigh Valley with roots going back to 1902. The yard buys a wide range of ferrous and non-ferrous scrap, including copper, aluminum, stainless steel, light iron, whole cars and catalytic converters. As a scrap buyer it pays by weight and grade, so it is the place to sell metal rather than drop off household recyclables.
What Buckman Iron & Metal, Inc. Accepts
What they do not accept
This is a scrap metal buyer, not a household recycling drop-off. It does not take general household recyclables, electronics, appliances with freon or hazardous waste.
Access & restrictions
public-buyer · Walk-in (no appointment) · Scrap metal buyer paying by weight and grade; PA law typically requires photo ID to sell scrap metal.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What metals does Buckman Iron & Metal buy?
Buckman buys copper (BB, #1 and #2), aluminum (extruded, siding and cans), stainless steel (304/316), light iron, whole cars and catalytic converters, paying by weight and grade.
Is Buckman Iron & Metal a household recycling center?
No. It is a scrap metal yard that buys metal from sellers. It does not accept household recyclables, electronics or hazardous waste.
Do I need ID to sell scrap metal?
Pennsylvania scrap dealers are generally required to record a seller's photo ID, so bring a valid government ID when selling. Confirm specifics with the yard.
How old is Buckman Iron & Metal?
It is a family-owned business with roots dating back to 1902, serving the Lehigh Valley and beyond.
Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.