| Scrap Metal | Scrap Price | Updated Price Date |
|---|---|---|
| Copper National Average | $3.00/lb | Updated 09/21/2023 |
| Steel National Average | $184.81/ton | Updated 09/21/2023 |
| Aluminum National Average | $0.44/lb | Updated 09/21/2023 |
| Catalytic Converter Average | $82.00/each | Updated 09/21/2023 |
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How Oil Prices Are Upsetting the Metal Markets: Weekly Update ALSO: Is Stainless Steel bottoming out? Report Date: 9/20/23 Tricky Market Dynamics Good Day, Scrappers! The world of metals continues to pose a complex puzzle. With oil prices recently hitting 10-month highs, ripple effects are evident in the steel industry, where prices have begun to […]
Regarding copper cable recycling, a key element of your toolkit is the automatic wire stripper. This specialized tool offers users a swift, efficient, and user-friendly experience, allowing for quick processing of cables and wires. Determining “the best automatic wire stripper” from the sea of options available can be challenging. That’s why we’ve handpicked the top […]
Read MoreIf you want to start scrapping metal for extra money or even a full-time job, we have some important tools and accessories you should consider getting before you begin. Tom, the founder of iScrap App, is a scrap yard owner and has been in the business for years. We sat down with him to chat […]
Read MoreWhich Scrap Metals Made The List? We love scrap metal. Who doesn’t is the real question but we always hear questions about different types of scrap metals and what is the best one to scrap? Well, in our mind any scrap metal is the best one to scrap, but then it gets to the question of […]
Read MoreBrought To You By: Consistent. Fair. Reliable. Know How To Recycle A Catalytic Converter for Scrap If you had a catalytic converter replaced on your vehicle and you’re looking to make some money with them for scrap value, there are some things you should know. Knowing what to do when recycling a catalytic converter for […]
Read MoreWhat Are Sealed Units? Also known as compressors, sealed units are found all over the place. Filled with copper (similar to an electric motor), sealed units are used in air conditioners, refrigerators, freezers, and other appliances meant to cool down rooms or food. Almost always covered by a thick steel case, these units are easy […]
Read MoreThrough the community of scrappers on our Facebook Group, we have heard too many stories and seen too many injuries of common injuries to hands while scrapping. So we wanted to try to help prevent some of these injuries so that more scrappers can continue scrapping. What We’ve Heard… Many scrappers state they don’t like […]
Read MoreStripping copper wire might seem straightforward, but there’s an art to it that can significantly impact your efficiency and the quality of the results. If you want to make some extra cash from scrap and clean up the materials you’ve found, mastering the art of wire stripping can be rewarding. In this guide, we’ll walk […]
Read MoreFreon is not a metal…but it can be frustrating to recycle. There are many different types of Freon, like scrap metals, and they all have different values. However, improper disposal of Freon can harm the environment and result in hefty fines. Knowing what type of Freon is inside your air conditioners, freezers, or refrigeration units […]
Read MoreWe have talked about stainless steel a few times, but it can get confusing, so we want to go over it again. There are many different grades of stainless steel, but we are going to talk about the one common kind and the misconceptions about stainless. 304 Stainless is the most common type of stainless […]
Read MoreWhat types of Aluminum will you come across? When scrapping, you may come across a wide variety of scrap aluminum. While there are several materials that can be classified as “aluminum,” there are many different types that are priced and sorted differently at scrap yards. Below are some common types of aluminum scrap you will […]
Read MoreOur yard has had the privilege of talking to many scrappers and seeing many different materials firsthand. Over the years, an item that has consistently been a talking point with clients and fellow recyclers is clean aluminum scrap. We’ve been asked countless times to shed light on what it is, how to grade it, and […]
Read MoreOver the last few months on our iScrap App Facebook group, several scrappers have asked about current prices for irony aluminum in different areas around North America. Some scrappers mentioned that some scrap yards don’t know what irony aluminum scrap is, so. Therefore, it started a discussion about what it is and why you should ask […]
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We had many of our users and listeners on YouTube ask this question and have felt at odds with the current state of scrap prices. As many of our listeners typically find their scrap through more traditional avenues on a person-to-person basis, we see the volume that commercial applications can bring. We’ve witnessed firsthand how […]
Read MoreIf you have never heard of scrap metal recycling before or think of Sanford & Son’s when you hear “scrap yard,” we have some excellent information to help you learn more about scrap metals. One of the first and most important things to know about scrap metals is whether they are ferrous or non-ferrous. The […]
Read MoreHave you ever been to the scrap yard and they downgraded your aluminum to “dirty aluminum”? During the recycling process, it’s common to have a lower price for dirty aluminum, but some scrappers may not know why their material was downgraded. While you’ll come across many common types of aluminum scrapping, “dirty aluminum” can often […]
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