BL Duke
Renewable Energy Semiconductor ManufacturingIllinois, United States11-50 Employees
BL Duke is a renewable energy semiconductor manufacturing company based in Forest View, Illinois, founded in 2000. It positions itself in the scrap metal recycling sector, providing services that emphasize recycling innovation, expanded logistics, and technology to improve customer service, transparency, and efficiency. The company operates across multiple sites with a substantial facility footprint and a company-owned fleet, enabling broader capacity and delivery logistics for its clients. Its primary customers are organizations seeking recycling solutions, with a focus on streamlined programs and high retention, as evidenced by its long-standing relationships and expansion activity. In recent years, BL Duke has expanded its footprint and assets, including opening a new recycling facility in Illinois and growing its Portage, Indiana operation with a dedicated heavy-haul fleet and additional processing capacity. The firm has been recognized in industry circles, including Crain’s Fast Fifty awards and nominations for Steel Excellence Awards, highlighting its role as a growth-focused player in the regional scrap metal landscape.