Mid Carolina Steel Home About Us FAQ Ornamental Steel Industrial Services SC Metals Law Contact Us Directions FAQ What are your hours of operation? We are opened Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:45 pm. We close for lunch from 11:45am to 1:00pm. We are also opened on Saturdays from 8 am to 12:30 pm. We close for all major holidays. What types of materials do we accept? Aluminum-all grades Aluminum Cans Appliances – Remove compressor or certify that all CFCs have been removed Automobiles (See SC laws) Ballasts – non-PCB Batteries-Lead Acid Brass Catalytic converters Chain Link Fencing – Call or email for specifications Compressors Copper Electric Motors Engines Heater cores Insulated electrical wiring Iron Lead Radiators Small propane tanks – valves MUST BE removed and tank cut in half Stainless steel Starters/Alternators Steel Steel Cans Transmissions Wheels (aluminum and steel) And other metals – Call or email Items We DO NOT Accept: Any Hazardous Metal Cemetery Markers and Vases (call for exemptions) Closed containers used for storing chemicals Concrete or porcelain Flammable materials Kegs Tires Manholes/Grates/Fire Hydrants (Government Contractors exempt) Paint cans Radioactive materials Railroad Iron Shopping Carts (call for exemptions) Televisions and computer monitors Trash (glass, paper, plastic) What are necessary steps for preparing metals for recycling? a. Remove compressors from all appliances (will buy compressors) or certify all the CFC’s have been removed b. Oxygen tanks – remove valve, cut in half c. Drums/Containers must be completely cleaned/no evidence of residue d. Call for additional information-803-786-9888 ext 0 Do you have a price list? a. We do not provide price lists due to price changes which are based on market conditions. b. Please call 803-786-9888 ext. 0 for current pricing. What do I need to sell scrap metal? a. In order to sell steel or aluminum cans, you must provide a photo ID with address. b. South Carolina has specific laws mandating the sale of non-ferrous metals. (See SC metal laws) Do you buy automobiles? a. Yes. i. We require that the gas tank be removed or cut 3 large openings evenly spaced in the tank to assure no fluids remain. ii. Remove battery. We will buy the battery separately provided you have a non-ferrous metal permit. iii. See SC Metals Recycling laws for necessary documentation to sell a vehicle. Do you buy gas tanks? a. Yes, we will buy the tank associated with vehicle you are recycling. i. Must be cut in half lengthwise. Contact Mid-Carolina Steel & Recycling Address: 7425 Fairfield Road Columbia, SC 29203 Recycling@mid-carolinasteel.com Effective Monday April 13th, 2020 Mid-Carolina Steel Temporary Operating Hours Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 3:45 PM Closed for Lunch 11:45 AM – 12:30 PM Closed Saturdays - Fontaine Open Phone Number: 803-786-9888 Fax Number: 803-786-6575 Public Pricing: Extension 0 Industrial Services & Pricing: Extension 24 or 20 Ornamental-New/Used Steel-Ext. 10