Established in 1953, Alco Metal & Iron Company is a family-owned business that deals in the manufacturing of scrap metal supplies, as well as in metal sales and fabrication services. It is a purchaser and supplier of ferrous and nonferrous scrap metal and surplus metal products, including hi-speed baler machines, shears and balers, cranes, and other mobile and stationery equipment. The company is also a dealer and distributor of stainless steel, aluminum, brass and copper. It also provides shop drawings, material and welding certification, structural steel testing, sandblasting and painting services. Its clients include manufacturing, petroleum, chemical and large commercial construction companies. In addition, Alco Metal & Iron Company is a licensed demolitioner and has technical expertise in demolishing power and water plants, water tanks and other large industrial structures. The company maintains one of its locations in Vallejo, Calif.