Copper Hits $5: Market Surge or Trader-Driven Hype? Report Date: 3/19/2025 Hey Scrappers! Over the last week, we’ve seen copper prices hit $5 per pound and climb even higher. While this upward trend is exciting, much of it appears to be trader-driven rather than dictated by supply and demand fundamentals. Long-term, a copper shortage is […]
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 is one of the oldest known elements to have been used for tools, trading, and decorative pieces. Dating back thousands of years, you can see copper used in multiple items, from trading coins to hunting tools. Today, copper is found in almost every electronic that you see and is one of the best elements […]
Read MoreScrapping is a labor-intensive job. When you take apart your scrap metal and different materials at your shop or house, you know how many other tools are needed to get the job done. The simple task of taking apart a computer tower can take a few different tools. The same goes for scrap yards; they […]
Read MoreWhat really grinds my gears sometimes is when scrap yards aren’t clear about how you should prepare you scrap before bringing it in. So in this continuation article about 4 Myths About Scrapping, I go over some specific items that are worth asking your yard about. Keep in mind all yards are different in the […]
Read MoreHow thick should copper cable generally be? Many people refer to insulated copper wire and cable as the same thing. But we want to clarify what most scrap yards consider copper cable. Insulated Copper Cable is generally much thicker and has a much higher copper content and recovery base. What Is Insulated Copper Wire? These […]
Read MoreThe question of whether or not to granulate copper has come across our metaphorical desk several times, so we figured it’s time to address it. So let’s begin with what granulation is.
Read MoreAre you looking to maximize your copper profits by scrapping electric motors with minimal effort? Knowing which motors to dismantle for the best copper return is crucial whether you’re a seasoned scrapper or a newbie. Let’s break down a few commonly sourced scrap motors. Ranking Motors with Least Copper to Most Copper for Scrap Motors […]
Read MoreWhen you are looking for scrap items that can be taken apart, oftentimes, refrigerators are an everyday item that is easy to find. Whether someone is replacing their outdated one or their current one got busted. Many people place their refrigerators on the curb, hoping that a scrapper or garbage man can pick them up […]
Read MoreLike any job, scrapping can be slow and difficult at times. Keeping your eyes set on the reward is what is important. Knowing that a slow day out on the streets, a drop in prices, can quickly be followed by a great large job lead or a quick jump in the market. Don’t Throw In […]
Read MoreHey, iScrappers! Gobble….gobble!!! With Thanksgiving around the corner, we are looking forward to the Holiday season starting (but not the snow season for those of you in cold weather states). Turkey season is here, and we are looking forward to seeing some of the pictures from your holiday scrap loads coming in soon…speaking of pictures, […]
Read MoreIf you have ever come across a sweet scrapping score of a few dozen, hundreds, or thousands of pounds of scrap cable or wire, it’s usually time for a small celebration. After your victory lap, it’s time to put your math skills to work and start figuring out what kind of profits and prices you […]
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