Sims Metal - Providence

Recycling Center in Providence, Rhode Island

📍 Sims Metal - Providence, Rhode Island, 242 Allens Ave, Providence, RI 02905
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📞 +1 401-752-2000 🌐 Visit Website 🗺 Get Directions

About This Location

Sims Metal operates a scrap processing and export yard at 242 Allens Avenue in Providence, Rhode Island, part of the global Sims group. This waterfront facility buys ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metal and handles electronic recycling, with on-site shearing and torch cutting plus barge, container and truck loading. Hours are Monday through Friday 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, closed weekends.

What Sims Metal - Providence Accepts

✓ Ferrous scrap metal (Steel, iron and heavy ferrous scrap.)
✓ Non-ferrous scrap metal (Copper, aluminum, brass and other non-ferrous metals.)
✓ Electronic recycling (Electronic recycling handled at this location.)

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Appliances

What they do not accept

This is a commercial scrap processing and export yard, not a municipal drop-off. A specific not-accepted list is not published for this location. Call 401-752-2000 to confirm any item before hauling.

Access & restrictions

Commercial/drop-off for businesses · ID or proof of residency required · Walk-in (no appointment) · Scrap processing and export yard offering shearing, torch cutting, barge/container/truck loading and roll-off service. Like all Sims yards, sellers are expected to present a valid government-issued photo ID. Oriented toward bulk and commercial suppliers.

Programs & events

  • Processing & export services
  • Electronics recycling

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Sims Metal yard at 242 Allens Ave handle?

This waterfront yard buys ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metal, handles electronic recycling, and provides shearing, torch cutting and barge, container and truck loading for bulk and commercial scrap.

What are the hours for Sims Metal at 242 Allens Ave?

The yard is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM and is closed on weekends.

Is this the same as the other Sims yard on Allens Avenue?

No. There are two separate Sims Metal yards on Allens Avenue in Providence: this processing/export yard at 242 Allens Ave (401-752-2000) and a public buying yard at 278 Allens Ave (401-519-9999).

Does Sims Metal recycle electronics in Providence?

Yes. The official Sims listing for the 242 Allens Ave yard notes electronic recycling in addition to ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metal. Call 401-752-2000 to confirm what electronics they accept.

Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.

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Contact & Location

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Address
Sims Metal - Providence, Rhode Island, 242 Allens Ave, Providence, RI 02905
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Website
simsmm.com
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City / State
Providence, Rhode Island

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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