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Car bumpers are recycled in four steps. First, bumper covers are sorted and stripped of paint-incompatible contaminants, metal brackets, clips, and sensor housings. Second, the covers are shredded into flake. Third, the flake is ground into uniform regrind at our Ajax facility, and where a customer needs it, pelletized in Simcoe into a consistent feedstock. Finally, the recycled material goes back into production, often into new automotive parts, instead of landfill. Every load is documented, and where a recall or brand-protection job requires it, we destroy parts to ISO:14001 standards and issue a certificate of destruction.
Almost all modern bumper covers are plastic, not fiberglass: typically polypropylene (PP) or a thermoplastic olefin (TPO) blend, with some ABS and polycarbonate blends on older or specialty vehicles. A quick check: plastic bumpers flex under pressure and carry a moulded resin stamp on the inside face (look for PP, TPO, or ABS). Because PP and TPO are among the most recyclable resins on a factory floor, bumper covers are excellent candidates for recycling rather than disposal.
Yes, in volume. Clean, sorted bumper plastic carries real value as regrind feedstock, and we pay rebates on qualifying loads. That means body shops, collision centres, and dealer groups with steady bumper volumes can turn a disposal cost into revenue. Value depends on resin type, contamination (paint systems matter), and volume, which is why every program starts with a free recycling audit. Have one bumper from a DIY repair? A single household bumper belongs at your municipal Community Recycling Centre; our service is built for commercial volumes.
Bumpers are the start, not the whole program. We recycle the full automotive plastic stream: fascias and trim, interior components, purgings and off-spec moulded parts, and packaging like totes and dunnage. One ISO:14001 certified partner, one pickup schedule, documented diversion reporting for the whole plant. Recalled or branded parts are handled with certified destruction under our manufacturing recall program.
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With over 25 years of experience, we have honed our recycling solutions to meet the unique needs of various industries. Our commitment to excellence ensures that you receive the highest quality service tailored to your requirements.
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How Our Automotive Bumper Recycling Works
Collection and Transport
Schedule convenient pickup services directly from your facility or arrange a drop-off at our recycling center.
Preparation and Sorting
Bumpers undergo meticulous sorting and decontamination, removing metal inserts, clips, and contaminants to prepare for recycling.
Recycling and Certification
Plastics are shredded and processed into reusable regrind. For clients requiring secured destruction, certificates are provided to verify compliance.
"Target Recycling provides exceptional transparency in their recycling procedures. Their proactive communication clearly outlines what materials can and cannot be recycled, greatly simplifying our sustainability efforts."
“Partnering with Target Recycling has been instrumental in helping Nestlé Canada meet our plastic waste reduction targets. Their reliable service have significantly improved our sustainability outcomes. We value their expertise and commitment to building a circular economy.”
"In the ever-changing automotive industry, Target Recycling has been an essential partner, expertly handling recycling needs across all our Ontario locations. Their responsiveness and adaptability are unmatched."
"Thanks to Target Recycling, we found an effective solution for recycling our municipal signage. Their professionalism and expertise have significantly supported our environmental goals."
Yes, we offer flexible, recurring pickup services to accommodate your facility’s needs and simplify your waste management.
Yes, certificates of secured destruction are provided upon request, ensuring complete compliance and traceability.
Typically, we can initiate services shortly after your consultation and recycling audit. The exact timeline depends on your specific requirements, but we strive for prompt and efficient implementation.
Bumper covers are sorted, stripped of metal clips and contaminants, shredded, then ground into regrind or pelletized into feedstock. The recycled plastic goes back into manufacturing. Where required, parts are destroyed to ISO 14001 standards with a certificate of destruction.
Most modern bumper covers are polypropylene (PP) or thermoplastic olefin (TPO), with some ABS and polycarbonate blends. Check the moulded resin stamp on the inside face of the cover. Plastic bumpers flex under pressure; fiberglass is rigid and cracks.
Yes, in commercial volumes. Clean, sorted PP and TPO bumper plastic is valuable regrind feedstock, and Target Recycling pays rebates on qualifying loads from body shops, collision centres, and manufacturers.
Our programs are built for commercial volumes from body shops, dealers, and manufacturers. For a single household bumper, your municipal Community Recycling Centre is the right route, and disposal fees may apply.
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109 McMaster Avenue, Ajax, Ontario
L1S 2E6
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106 McMaster Avenue, Ajax, Ontario
L1S 1R8
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147 First Avenue West, Simcoe, Ontario
N3Y 2P6
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