| Scrap Metal | Scrap Price | Updated Price Date |
|---|---|---|
| Copper National Average | $3.01/lb | Updated 09/27/2023 |
| Steel National Average | $50,570.02/ton | Updated 09/27/2023 |
| Aluminum National Average | $0.44/lb | Updated 09/27/2023 |
| Catalytic Converter Average | $82.00/each | Updated 09/27/2023 |
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 […]
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 MoreThis summer, you will be able to relax and scrap easily, knowing that there are several HOT items for scrap. With the warm weather fast approaching, some guaranteed things will pop up all summer. Beat the Heat. Scrap the Rest. A/C Units: While these may seem obvious, A/C units will become more prevalent during the […]
Read MoreScrap metal recycling is the process of recovering and processing scrap metal from end-of-life items or structures, as well as manufacturing scrap, to use it as a raw material in the manufacture of new goods. It may be recycled many times without losing any of its properties. It provides the raw material for new goods while […]
Read MoreWhen you are cleaning out your apartment or one of your kids accidentally heated a thermos in your microwave and it combusted, it may be a good time to scrap it. Microwaves are also a prevalent item to find while scrap hunting in your neighborhood. Often times people place them on the curb to go […]
Read MoreMost areas in the US and Canada begin to grip for winter and colder months once September comes around every year. While scrapping during the colder months, especially for those areas that are under freezing temperatures most of the winter, it’s important to think warm. There are some important steps and tips to use while […]
Read MoreWhen you are searching for scrap metal every day or working on large jobs on the go, it’s always important to have the right tools. Having the right tools can be the difference between wasting time and making a profit off materials. As you begin to scrap longer and understand what tools work best for […]
Read MoreMany older homes have bulky and heavy cast iron stoves that often times are scrapped because of their inefficiency in a modern home. While we are fans of the looks of cast iron stoves, some people just want to get rid of them and try to recycle them with the local scrap yards. Cast iron […]
Read MoreWith the recent scrap prices, especially steel prices dropping to 7-year lows, it is frustrating and a challenge to continue scrapping. After hearing stories and communicating with several scrappers on our YouTube and Facebook pages, it seems a lot of people can’t afford to continue to scrap. Steel prices are so low that some scrap […]
Read MoreWe see so many people scrapping cars and posting pictures through one of the many Facebook groups out there it really is nuts! Cars are one of the easier and definitely, one of the most common items to scrap and that should not be surprising…considering they are everywhere! A lot of people try to figure […]
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 MoreWhether you are a small-time scrapper or a large scrap yard or refinery, the scrap metal market can be a tricky beast to understand. With the commodity market and stock market always changing hourly during the day, one can never be quite sure how it all works. With some easy to understand explanations and examples […]
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