| Scrap Metal | Scrap Price | Updated Price Date |
|---|---|---|
| Copper National Average | $3.37/lb | Updated 12/09/2024 |
| Steel National Average | $167.18/ton | Updated 12/09/2024 |
| Aluminum National Average | $0.55/lb | Updated 12/09/2024 |
| Catalytic Converter Average | $75.93/each | Updated 12/09/2024 |
Scrap Prices Reflect Seasonal Slump: Weekly Market Report Report Date: 12/4/2024 Hello Scrappers! With just three weeks until Christmas, the markets are entering a period of reduced activity. This time of year often sees stock traders taking profits, and commodities behaving in expected seasonal patterns. Copper prices, for instance, historically decline or stabilize in December, […]
Read MoreMany homeowners have a desktop computer in their house. Finding a place to recycle your old computer can be difficult if you want to upgrade to a laptop. After you have found a local scrap yard that accepts electronic waste or e-waste, you can bring your computer to be scrapped. Scrap yards will usually NOT […]
Read MoreNot only is it illegal to scrap copper pennies or any US currency, but it can come with a costly fine and a visit to prison. Many times, people ask scrap yards if they take pennies or other coins for scrap. While occasionally scrap yards “accept” coins as scrap, it is completely illegal in the […]
Read MoreSo you want to start scrapping? You don’t know where to start and it seems overwhelming. That’s where the iScrap App Team jumps in and gives you the rundown of the basics you need to know before you start recycling your scrap metal. Below we have some of the first things to start scrapping and […]
Read MoreCopper wire and other scrap wire is sometimes the most valuable material you could bring to the scrap yard. That’s why you need to make sure you know what you are dealing with and how to prepare it before putting it on the scale. Get wired up and start separating, correctly! Stripping your copper and […]
Read MoreIf you want to make money from scrap metal recycling, the iScrap App is the best place and tool to check out. The iScrap App is a directory of scrap yards throughout the US & Canada and provides users with business information for scrap yards in their area including scrap prices, containers for large jobs, […]
Read More“Many people ask, ‘Do scrap yards take AC units?’ The answer is yes, but there are some essential steps you need to follow before taking your AC unit to a scrap yard. Whether you’re looking to cash in on the valuable metals inside or want to dispose of them responsibly, understanding what scrap yards require […]
Read MoreThis tip may not have to do with sorting or separating metal, but it does involve making money. One great idea is ALWAYS to ask questions and take pictures or videos. When you go to your local scrap yard, ask them if you can have a small tour around to see the different ways to […]
Read MoreSometimes, there are large ups and downs in the scrap markets that come out of nowhere and take many people by surprise…and we always get asked why it happens. If were as easy as 1 + 1 = 2, that would be awesome, but it tends to be much more complex than that. We wanted […]
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.
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Have you ever wondered what all the extra bits of copper you have may be graded by the yard after you’ve already sorted through all your favorite Bare Bright and #1 Copper Tubing? Let’s talk about the unsung heroes of the scrap world—Copper Bearing Materials (CBMs). You might be tossing them in the scrap pile […]
Read MoreTransformers are a valuable source of scrap materials, often containing high-quality copper, aluminum, and steel. Whether you’re a seasoned scrapper or just starting, understanding how to scrap transformers efficiently can help you maximize your earnings. This guide covers everything you need to know about scrapping transformers, from identifying their components to breaking them down for […]
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