The Imperial Group is a major player in the scrap metal industry, strategically expanding its business over the past 30 years. Originating as a small family-owned industrial recycling company in 1962, Imperial Group has grown to become a multi-faceted organization headquartered in Chicago. Over the years, the group has made significant strides in expanding its reach in the industry. In 1995, Imperial Group acquired Imperial Zinc Corporation, a leading manufacturer of zinc anodes and alloys. It has since expanded its operations into aluminum by acquiring two secondary aluminum smelters operating under the Imperial Aluminum name and Kormet Metals, an aluminum brokerage business that supplies various mills. Exeon Processors, Midwest Industrial Metals, and Mayco Industries were also acquired, expanding its scrap and manufacturing divisions respectively. Recently, Imperial Group acquired Metaltec Steel Abrasive Co., further broadening its range of services. Imperial Group provides all the services offered by its individual companies, as well as unique services that integrate the capabilities of its various businesses. With customized programs tailored to suit the needs of diverse industries and companies, Imperial Group is among the largest scrap metal recycling companies. While Imperial Group specializes in non-ferrous metals, it also processes, manufactures, and trades both non-ferrous and ferrous metals. Its companies include Imperial Recycling, Imperial Aluminum, Midwest Industrial Metals, Exeon Processors, Imperial Zinc, Imperial Alloys, Mayco Industries, Kormet Metals, and Metaltec Steel Abrasive Co.