Forklift & Heavy Equipment Recycling

Turn Your Old Forklift or Heavy Machinery into Fast Cash

Safe Forklift & Equipment Removal — Top Rated, Compliant, and Efficient

Klein Recycling specializes in the removal and recycling of forklifts, machinery, and industrial equipment for warehouses, distribution centers, and factories. As one of New Jersey’s highest-rated recyclers, we provide safe on-site extraction, competitive payouts, and fully compliant processing for all equipment types.

 

Got an old forklift, loader, or piece of heavy machinery sitting around? Klein Recycling makes it easy to turn it into cash while freeing up valuable space.

 

As one of New Jersey’s largest and most trusted metal recyclers, we buy, dismantle, and recycle forklifts and industrial equipment of all sizes and conditions. Whether it runs or not, we’ll handle the process quickly, safely, and responsibly — so you can focus on your business.

 

We Pick Up Forklifts & Heavy Equipment Statewide
From Northern Jersey to the Shore — Klein offers scheduled on-site pickups for forklifts, machinery, and heavy equipment. No need to haul it — we can come to you.

Why Forklifts Are Valuable for Recycling?

Forklifts are packed with high-grade metals — including steel, aluminum, copper wiring, and heavy counterweights — making them especially valuable to recycle. Whether gas, propane, or electric, every forklift contains recoverable metals and components that can earn you top dollar while keeping hazardous fluids and materials safely out of the environment.

We Buy All Types of Forklifts and Equipment

If it’s made of metal, we’ll recycle it. Common items we purchase include:

  • Electric forklifts (with or without batteries)
  • Propane or gas-powered forklifts
  • Pallet jacks and warehouse equipment
  • Backhoes, loaders, excavators, and other construction machinery
  • Manufacturing and production equipment
  • Scrap metal from dismantled or decommissioned machines

Even if it’s incomplete, damaged, or no longer running, Klein will make you a great offer.

Why Businesses Choose Klein Recycling

With over 70 years of experience and over a thousand 5-star reviews on Google Reviews, Klein has built a reputation as New Jersey’s go-to name for reliable, top-paying recycling services.

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Top Dollar Paid 
We offer competitive pricing based on up-to-date metal market rates — no games or gimmicks.

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Reputable
We have over 1,000 Google Reviews, our customers value our services and recommend us consistently.

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Easy Drop-Off or Pickup
Bring your forklift or machinery to our facility, or schedule a pickup for larger loads or multiple units.

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Fast, Friendly Service
We make the process easy — honest quotes, quick turnaround, and same-day payment options.

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Environmentally Responsible
We dismantle and recycle all components — including batteries, fluids, and metals — safely and in full compliance with NJ DEP and EPA regulations.

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Licensed, Family-Owned & Fully Insured
Klein Recycling is a trusted, family-run company serving New Jersey businesses for generations.

How It Works

Recycling your forklift or heavy equipment with Klein is simple and straightforward:

Get a Quote

Get a Quote

Call (908) 561-3000 or fill out our quick online form. Share a few details about your forklift or equipment — brand, condition, and location — and we’ll give you a fast, no-obligation quote.

Schedule Drop-Off or Pickup

Schedule Drop-Off or Pickup

Bring your item(s) to our facility or let us come to you. We offer on-site pickup for businesses and bulk loads across New Jersey.

Get Paid Fast

Get Paid Fast

Once we verify your equipment, you’ll receive prompt payment — cash, check, or electronic transfer. It’s that easy.

We Handle the Rest

We Handle the Rest

Our team safely dismantles, drains fluids, and separates recyclable metals, ensuring your machinery is processed responsibly and sustainably.

No hassle. No waiting. Just fast, fair recycling with a trusted NJ partner.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Forklift & Heavy Equipment Recycling

We offer both. You can drop equipment off at our facility, or we can schedule on-site pickup anywhere in New Jersey for forklifts, loaders, and machinery.

No — we buy forklifts in any condition, including non-running, damaged, incomplete, or dismantled units.

We recycle electric, gas, and propane forklifts, pallet jacks, warehouse equipment, machinery, loaders, backhoes, and most industrial or construction equipment.

Value is based on the metal content, current market pricing, condition, size, and weight. We provide honest, competitive quotes before pickup or drop-off.

Yes. We safely remove and process batteries, oils, hydraulic fluids, and coolant in full compliance with NJDEP and EPA regulations.

Payment is issued the same day once the equipment is inspected, by cash or check.

Absolutely. We handle bulk equipment removal, warehouse cleanouts, and full facility decommissioning projects.

Ready to Get Started?

Klein Recycling — New Jersey’s most trusted name for forklift, machinery, heavy equipment, and metal recycling.

Don’t let old forklifts or machinery collect dust — recycle them with confidence and get paid quickly.

fast response, honest pricing, and dependable service every time.