At Arcosa Crushed Concrete, we operate modern recycling facilities across Texas, Florida, and Southern California that specialize in processing and repurposing concrete and asphalt waste from commercial, residential, and heavy civil construction projects.
Our concrete and asphalt recycling centers are equipped to handle high volumes of material, transforming demolition debris into high-quality recycled aggregate that meets demanding construction specifications.
Benefits of Concrete Recycling
Recycling concrete and asphalt eliminates the need to send large volumes of construction debris to landfills, reducing disposal costs and environmental impact. By turning concrete waste into reusable aggregate, we conserve natural stone and sand resources, lower greenhouse gas emissions from quarrying, and provide contractors with cost-effective materials that meet performance requirements.
Our recycled products can be used for road base, structural fill, pipe bedding, and other infrastructure applications without compromising quality or durability.
Process of Concrete Recycling
Our recycling process is designed for efficiency, material quality, and environmental responsibility:
- Material Intake – We accept clean concrete and asphalt at our recycling yards, inspecting loads to ensure they are free from contaminants like trash, wood, or hazardous waste. We accept material containing rebar and wire mesh at an additional cost (contact your nearest location for current rates).
- Primary Processing – Material is fed into crushers that break down the debris into smaller, manageable pieces.
- Separation – Magnets and screening equipment remove steel rebar, wire mesh, and fines. Metals are diverted for separate recycling.
- Sizing and Quality Control – Crushed concrete and asphalt are screened to produce uniform aggregate sizes that meet industry specifications.
- Stockpiling and Distribution – Processed material is stockpiled and made available for pickup or delivery to construction sites.
This systematic approach ensures that every ton of concrete and asphalt is processed into a consistent, high-quality product ready for reuse.
Environmental Impact of Concrete Recycling
Recycling concrete and asphalt significantly reduces the need for virgin aggregates, cutting the environmental footprint of construction projects. Each ton of recycled aggregate conserves natural resources and avoids the energy consumption and emissions associated with quarrying, hauling, and processing new materials.
Additionally, by diverting waste from landfills, we help extend landfill life and reduce methane emissions from decomposing debris. Arcosa’s concrete recycling operations are an essential part of a circular economy approach in the construction industry.
