Solar Racking and
Mounting Hardware Recycling

When solar arrays are upgraded, removed, or decommissioned, the racking and mounting hardware can be left behind or forgotten. EACR Inc. ensures these structural components are recycled properly, helping you stay compliant while reducing waste.

Why Racking and Mounting Hardware Should Be Recycled

During system upgrades or decommissions, racking and mounting hardware often represents the largest volume of leftover material. These support systems—made from aluminum, galvanized steel, and other metals—must be handled responsibly to avoid unnecessary landfill impact.

Improper disposal of these materials can lead to violations of local and federal environmental regulations. While solar panels and inverters often take priority, the racking that holds everything together should never be overlooked. At EACR Inc., we provide compliant, efficient recycling of all hardware components, making sure your project is fully cleared and environmentally responsible.

What Types of Solar Inverters Do We Recycle?

Ground-Mount Frames

We recycle ground-mount frames used in large-scale and utility solar fields. These are typically built with steel or galvanized materials and require professional dismantling and transport due to their size and weight.

Rooftop Rails and Clamps

Commonly found in residential, commercial, and municipal solar installations, rooftop rails and clamps are often made of extruded aluminum or hybrid materials. Our team safely processes these systems for compliant recycling.

Tilt Mounts and Brackets

Tilt mounts and bracket systems adjust panel angles for better sun exposure. We disassemble and recycle these customized components, recovering structural metals while following all applicable regulations.

Anchors and Fasteners

We accept metal anchors, bolts, and other fasteners associated with panel installation. These are sorted by material type and directed to the appropriate recycling streams as part of your system teardown.

How Our Solar Panel Recycling Process Works

  1. Pickup & Transportation: We provide scheduled pickup using DOT-compliant standards  and trained staff to safely transport all mounting hardware from your facility to ours.
  2. Sorting & Separation: Once received, components are sorted by type—such as aluminum, steel, or composites—to determine the correct processing method.
  3. Processing & Recycling: Each piece of hardware is processed and sent through the appropriate metal recovery channels, ensuring it is reused or repurposed according to environmental regulations
  4. Environmental Compliance: All handling and recycling follow all guidelines and local regulations, reducing liability and promoting responsible environmental practices.
  5. Recycling Certificate Issued: You’ll receive a Certificate of Recycling that documents all items processed, supporting your internal sustainability reporting and compliance records.
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Why Choose EACR Inc. for Racking Hardware Recycling?

With over 25 years of experience handling electronics and solar infrastructure, EACR Inc. has the tools and knowledge to manage your entire racking system responsibly. We operate under a zero-landfill policy, ensuring that no recyclable materials are wasted.

All transportation, dismantling, and processing are handled using approved facilities and staff. Our team is trusted by solar developers, municipalities, and utility-scale project managers across the country.

Need to recycle more than just hardware? Explore our full solar panel recycling services for complete solar system solutions.

Supporting Solar Decommissioning and Upgrades

EACR Inc. works closely with EPCs, solar developers, and facility managers to support smooth and compliant solar removals. Whether you’re removing a small commercial setup or decommissioning a large solar farm, our services are tailored to fit your project’s scale.

We also support schools, industrial sites, government buildings, and business campuses that are upgrading or retiring solar equipment. From panels and inverters to racks and mounts, we make system-wide recycling simple.

Solar Panel Recycling

Frequently Asked
Questions

It includes the structural components that support solar panels—such as rails, frames, brackets, clamps, and ballasts—on rooftops or ground-mounted systems.

Racking and hardware are typically made of recyclable materials like aluminum and steel. Leaving them in landfills wastes resources and may violate environmental regulations.

Panels must be removed before racking can be dismantled and transported. We recommend coordinating full system recycling with our solar panel recycling services for maximum efficiency.

We accept ground-mount frames, rooftop rails, tilt mounts, brackets, fasteners, ballasts, anchors, and other structural hardware associated with solar installations.

Yes. EACR Inc. provides a Certificate of Recycling for all accepted hardware, helping you meet compliance and sustainability reporting requirements.

Recyclable metals such as aluminum, galvanized steel, and stainless steel are separated and directed into appropriate metal recovery streams.

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