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Copper Breaks Records: What Scrappers Need to Know Before the Holiday Rush Report Date: 12/3/2025 Hey Scrappers! Copper just delivered an early holiday surprise, breaking all-time record highs on international exchanges today. Prices have climbed steadily across the last 10–12 days—directly contradicting nearly every forecast from traders, analysts, and even the mills that buy the […]
When selling your old catalytic converter, many people’s first instinct is to search for local buyers ‘near me.’ It seems convenient, right? However, the journey to find the right buyer for your precious metal might not be as smooth as it appears. We’ll explore why seeking local buyers might not always be the best option […]
Read MoreWhat is the difference between a gross ton and a net ton? It’s a common question not just in scrap, but in the world. With so many various types of measurements based on the location in the world, the industry, and type of material it’s hard to keep track.
Read MoreElectric motors are everywhere—in household appliances, power tools, and even industrial equipment. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced scrapper, knowing how to scrap electric motors efficiently can help you make the most money. But should you dismantle them or sell them whole? In this guide, you’ll learn: Let’s dive in and maximize your scrap […]
Read MoreCopper Breaks Records: What Scrappers Need to Know Before the Holiday Rush Report Date: 12/3/2025 Hey Scrappers! Copper just delivered an early holiday surprise, breaking all-time record highs on international exchanges today. Prices have climbed steadily across the last 10–12 days—directly contradicting nearly every forecast from traders, analysts, and even the mills that buy the […]
Read MoreMany people think that all metals are just that, metals. But there is a difference. Take copper, for example. Copper is mined throughout the world and appears on the Periodic Table of Elements. This means that copper is a metal by itself and does not need anything else to help make it copper. On the […]
Read MoreTaking out a stainless steel sink can be an intelligent move at your scrap yard. To make an extra buck on the stainless steel sink, remove the steel ring on the outside and drain from the bottom to make more money. Take a hammer and chisel and hit away! Be sure to save the brass drain […]
Read MoreTalking with those around you and that you work with is important. Letting the team around you know what is going on will make life much easier when you are trying to get a job done. By having dialogue with those around you, helps so they don’t have to assume. See More Safety Tips
Read MoreThe iScrap App is a great tool for contractors, plumbers, electricians, construction workers, and many others to use while on the go. You will be able to find scrap yards and auto wreckers throughout the US and Canada. With thousands of companies listed throughout North America, users are able to search for local salvage yards […]
Read MoreGallium is a metal that melts on the palm of the hand due to its low melting point (29.76 C).If you hold a solid gallium crystal in your hand, your body heat will cause it to melt into a silvery metallic puddle slowly. Pour it into a dish, and it freezes back into a solid. […]
Read MoreCan You Scrap A Grill? Yes, you can scrap a grill with a local scrap yard that accepts metals. Grills are a common household item that can be recycled for their valuable metal content. Whether you have an old gas grill, charcoal grill, or even a smoker, scrapping it can help the environment and put […]
Read MoreBelieve it or not, Mercury is not just a planet in the solar system but a metal that is very hard to dispose of. Mercury used to be used in almost all thermometers but is now very difficult to eliminate. Very few (if any) scrap yards want to buy Mercury so that puts many people […]
Read MoreThe iScrap App was able to help out with a recent article about recycling pots and pans Earth911. “You might be someone who cooks with a nonstick pan everyday, but have you ever considered what you should do with your pan once it’s no longer suitable for cooking? A quick internet search reveals there’s a […]
Read MoreRecently Tom Buechel, Creator of the iScrap App, explained to scrap yards and the recycling industry how he connects and maintains relationships with his customers at his scrap yard, Rockaway Recycling, in North New Jersey. It was feature in the industry leading publication, Recycling Today and later reposted on Earth911’s Business Website. “Its easy to […]
Read MoreThe iScrap App takes pride in the service of giving users the ability to look up scrap yards in their area on any internet connected device. Above being the “Google” of the scrap metal industry, the iScrap App teaches their audience and users with information about earning more money from their scrap metals. Through various […]
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