Got surplus wire mesh baskets taking up warehouse space? Reclaim Returnables buys used wire containers — rigid and collapsible — from manufacturers, logistics and distribution operations, and any facility clearing dock or floor space. You submit a few details. We line up a buyer from our network of buyers. The purchasing party evaluates and arranges pickup. One short form gets it started.
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What we buy
If it carries parts and comes back around, we are interested. On the wire side, that includes:
- Rigid welded steel wire mesh baskets
- Collapsible wire mesh containers that fold flat when empty
- Drop-gate baskets with front access for easy picking
- Stackable wire containers in half-height and full-height variants
- Common footprints: 40×48 pallet-compatible, 32×30, and other compact sizes
- Mixed lots — wire baskets can ride with bins, totes, racks, and pallets in a single pickup
We buy returnable containers in any condition, from full loads to partial lots and onesies and twosies, as long as the container value covers the cost of the load. See the wire mesh baskets page for sizes, features, and typical applications.
What helps get an offer
Pricing reflects current demand, condition, and quantity. Sharing these details up front helps us get you an accurate quote faster:
- Photos. Wide shots of the lot, plus close-ups of the gates, welded mesh, and any damage.
- Quantities. Estimates are fine. We can provide ranges based on photos and adjust pricing after the pickup count.
- Footprint. Note 40×48 or 32×30, and whether units are half-height or full-height. Standard footprints move fastest because buyers can slot them straight into existing racking and trailers.
- Condition. We grade on function, not just looks: Excellent (minimal wear, all components functional), Good (minor cosmetic blemishes, full structural integrity), Fair (noticeable wear but fully functional and safe), or Repair or Scrap.
- Location. Your pickup address and dock situation. You just need containers accessible by truck.
Collapsible and knockdown designs are in high demand because they ship back efficiently, so call out anything that folds flat.
How it works
- You submit. Tell us your container types, quantities, condition, photos, and pickup location.
- We line up a buyer. You get one point of contact into a network of buyers, so you are not chasing down a dozen scrap yards and brokers. We review the details and choose the purchasing party.
- Evaluation. The buyer starts with your online details and photos, then arranges an on-site assessment where needed. You get a quote priced on function and demand.
- Pickup. Once you accept the quote, pickup is scheduled around your dock and the buyer’s trucking. Loading and transport are handled, or we work with your own logistics if you prefer. Payment terms depend on the buyer and are confirmed up front.
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Conditions we can still place
Bent wires, broken gates, worn finishes — damaged wire containers are still placeable. Even cracked or damaged units have value for our repair program or as scrap: welded steel mesh is repairable, damaged wires and gates can be fixed, and worn units can be refurbished to extend service life.
Quantity is not a wall either. If a load’s value only covers the pickup, we will typically still take the containers for free with no payout, so you clear the space at no cost.
Mixed lots are fine: we can take various container types in a single pickup, with individual pricing per item.
Frequently asked questions
Who buys used wire mesh containers? Reclaim lines up a buyer from its network, and the purchasing party evaluates and arranges pickup. You deal with one point of contact instead of a stack of scrap yards and brokers.
Do you buy damaged or bent wire baskets? Yes. We buy returnable containers in any condition. Damaged mesh units still have value for our repair and refurbishment program or as scrap.
Do we need exact quantities to get an offer? No. Estimates are fine. We can provide ranges based on photos and adjust pricing after the pickup count.
Can we sell wire baskets alongside other containers? Absolutely. We take various container types in a single pickup, with individual pricing per item. The sell your used bulk bins, totes, and equipment page lists everything we buy.
When does pickup happen? Pickup is scheduled after you accept the quote, around your dock and the buyer’s trucking. Loading and transport are handled.
Clear the space
Surplus wire baskets still have resale life. Turn them into a quote instead of paying disposal fees.