Tour of Louis Padnos Recycling Grand Rapids Operation

One hour tour of primarily ferrous commodities including shred, plate and structural, drums and rotors.

Date: Tuesday May 13, 2025 1:00 pm ET

Location: 2125 Turner Ave NW, Grand Rapids MI 49544 (See Map)

Note: Once the tour starts it will not be possible to come back for any late arrivals.

Parking: In front of the Old Baker Auto Garage parking lot just north of the 2125 Turner Ave location. We will gather in the parking lot and wait for the tour guide.

About Padnos Recycling

Louis Padnos emigrated from Russia to the United States in the early 1900s.

Settling in Holland Michigan in 1905, He started peddling for scrap with a horse and wagon. By 1910, Louis had established a small scrap yard on North River Avenue in Holland, dealing in rags, hides, metals, and furs. Over the years, business has grown and today has multiple locations across Michigan.

PADNOS has a strong commitment to sustainability, which is deeply embedded in their operations and culture. Here are some key aspects of their sustainability efforts:

Sustainability City: In 2021, PADNOS opened an 18,000 square foot facility called Sustainability City in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This space is dedicated to customer learning and innovation, allowing Padnos to develop tailored recycling solutions.

Triple Bottom Line Approach: PADNOS follows the triple bottom line concept,

which emphasizes balancing profit, people, and the planet.

Customer Collaboration: PADNOS works closely with their customers to help them achieve their sustainability goals. They assist in reducing carbon footprints, increasing recycled content in products and setting landfill reduction targets.

Innovative Recycling Solutions: The company continuously seeks innovative ways to recycle challenging materials.

Public Education and Advocacy: PADNOS engages in public education and advocacy to promote recycling and sustainability.