Industrial Recycling Services at Our Alamo Facility
At our Alamo, Texas location, we process and recycle industrial scrap for companies throughout South Texas, the Rio Grande Valley, and northern Mexico. Our comprehensive services include:
Industrial Scrap Processing & Materials Management
We collect, sort and process all types of industrial scrap to recover high-value materials and divert waste from landfills. Our team optimizes your material streams to maximize economic and environmental benefit.
Waste Reduction & Collection Services
Shapiro Metals provides waste collection and reduction strategies designed to fit your facility's production demands, including efficient staging, bin systems, scheduled pickups and logistics support.
Recycling Programs that Support Circularity
Through closed-loop recycling partnerships and processing solutions, we help keep valuable resources in play and out of landfills, improving circular supply chains.
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Why Choose Shapiro Metals in Alamo, TX
Customized Programs for Your Operations - We adjust recycling solutions to your specific material streams and operational needs.
Advanced Reporting & Data Tools – Our Sustainability Dashboard provides actionable insights, tracking materials by weight, grade, value and environmental impact.
Commitment to Environmental Performance – Our recycling and waste management solutions reduce carbon footprint, improve diversion rates and support long-term ESG goals.
Century-Old Expertise with Modern Innovation – Since 1904, Shapiro Metals has combined deep industry knowledge with cutting-edge industrial recycling solutions.

Materials We Handle in Alamo
Our services support a wide range of recyclable materials commonly found in industrial environments, including:
Ferrous metals (steel, iron)
Non-ferrous metals (aluminum, copper, brass, etc.)
Plastic waste streams and polymers
Mixed recyclables and process residues
Other industrial waste categories through specialty partnerships
Sustainability Solutions & Reporting
Shapiro Metals goes beyond basic recycling with industrial sustainability programs that include:
Sustainability audits and performance evaluation
Custom recovery and closed-loop initiatives
Comprehensive analytics for carbon footprint, landfill diversion, and material yield
Support with compliance documentation and ESG reporting


Service Area
We proudly serve communities in and around Alamo, Texas:
McAllen, TX
Mission, TX
Pharr, TX
San Juan, TX
Edinburg, TX
Beyond the immediate area, our services extend throughout:
South Texas
Rio Grande Valley
Northern Mexico
No matter the facility location, we partner with you to build recycling and sustainability systems that work for your scale and goals.

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Contact Shapiro Metals — Alamo, Texas
Call us at: 314‑614‑8553 to speak with our team or get in touch online and start transforming your industrial waste into value.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What type of businesses benefit from your industrial recycling services?
Manufacturers, machine shops, fabricators and industrial facilities with metal, plastic or mixed-material waste streams benefit from our recycling and sustainability programs.
Do you provide recycling services for facilities in Mexico?
Yes. Our Alamo facility manages industrial scrap processing and recycling for clients throughout Texas and northern Mexico, supporting cross-border operations.
How does the pickup process work for industrial scrap?
We schedule pickups based on your operational needs, provide appropriate staging containers or bins and ensure timely collection with full documentation.
Do you accept hazardous or special materials?
We handle certain specialty waste types through certified partnerships, guaranteeing safe handling, processing and disposal according to local and international regulations.
Is there a minimum volume of scrap required for pickup?
But, we offer flexible services for both small and large industrial operations, with pickups scheduled to fit your workflow.