Since 2001, Alton Materials has become a leader in ferrous and non-ferrous scrap management. We have built  our reputation through strong customer relationships with individuals and dealers, as well as commercial,  industrial and demolition companies all over western Illinois and the St. Louis Metro area. Processing and  recycling all types of scrap metal materials in a safe and efficient manner has allowed us to provide our  customers with a one-stop shop for their recycling needs.

Our mission couldn’t be simpler: Provide the highest level of service in dealing with your scrap materials while  offering the most competitive price. Whether we are creating a scrap management plan that fits your business or  simply recycling your old soda cans, Alton Materials is committed to giving you a no-hassle experience that 
benefits us both.

The Sparta location of Alton Materials is here when our neighbors in Chester, Carbondale, Murphysboro,  Steeleville, Illinois and St. Genevieve, Missouri want to recycle their ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metal  materials. We also offer our Scrap Management Program to industrial and commercial companies in the area to  help them get the fairest price for their scrap around.

Alton Materials is proud to offer its scrap metal recycling and processing expertise to Class 1 and shortline railroad companies. Thanks to our partnership with rail recycling specialists Recycling Consultants, we can provide highly trained rail crews that are ready to perform a variety of services, including:

Track removal and take-up
Rail yard cleanup
Derailment recovery and cleanup
Rail car dismantling
Rail scrap management and brokering
If you are currently in the market for a scrap metal contractor that can assist your railroad company with its recycling needs, look no further than Alton Materials. Simply contact us and tell us what you’re looking for in a rail scrap recycling partner, and we’ll handle the rest.

Alton Materials is a full-service ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metal recycling company that purchases the following materials from commercial and industrial businesses, as well as the general public.

Materials we don’t buy

While we try to accommodate all of our customers needs, Alton Materials does not accept the following materials for purchase:

• Computer or electronics scrap such as TVs, microwaves, monitors, keyboards, etc.
• Paper, plastic, cardboard, or glass
• Liquids or fluids of any kind
• Hazardous waste or chemicals
• Radioactive materials
• Flammable materials – no ammunition or explosives
• Closed containers such as fuels/gas tanks, beer kegs, enclosed drums or tanks with no 2′ x 2′ hole

Being a caring corporate citizen in the St. Louis region

At Alton Materials, we believe pride and involvement in our surrounding community is just as important as any of the services we provide. That’s why we’re deeply committed to pitching in and partnering with local programs and events all over St. Louis and the Illinois/Missouri Metro area. Here are just a few of the organizations we’ve been proud to support over the years:

• American Cancer Society
• Special Olympics
• RiverBend Growth Association (RBGA)
• Big Brothers Big Sisters
• YWCA – Women of Distinction
• River Bend Head Start
• Oasis Women’s Center
• Beverly Farms
• Luestgarten Foundation
• Bethalto Charities
• Local food pantries
• Local law enforcement
• Many local sports teams

Safety

Alton Materials is committed to promoting and providing a safe, healthy environment for our customers and our employees at all times. Through constant training and self-evaluation on the latest guidelines and industry standards, we are extremely proactive in how we address the safety of everyone who comes to any one of our three locations.

All employees go through a rigorous screening and training process before being allowed to work. They must also wear a mandatory uniform that consists of:

• Safety glasses
• Steel-toed boots
• Gloves
• Hard hats
• High visibility work gear

Certifications

Alton Materials is proud to say we have been certified by and are members of the following:

e-RAILSAFE Certified

Each one of our employees wears the e-RAILSAFE ID Badge. This lets everyone know that they have been properly screened and have completed all of the required safety and security awareness tests the premier Workforce Safety and Security Management program provides for Class 1 Railroads.

ISRI Membership

Alton Materials is a proud member of The Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI), a nonprofit trade association that represents all public and private scrap recycling companies. As an ISRI member, we follow the ISRI Safety Manual guidelines on proper equipment use and maintenance, the correct loading and unloading of trailers, scrap yard safety, and accurate material sorting.

Qualsafe Solutions

In an effort to keep our workplace a safe one for all of our employees at all of our locations, Alton Materials has partnered with Qualsafe Solutions to perform safety audits on a quarterly basis. Qualsafe Solutions also ensures that our employees are well-educated in all OSHA guidelines and regulations.

Illinois Scale Certification

All of our scales have been certified and approved by the Illinois Department of Agriculture to ensure accuracy.