Seeing all the garage sales last weekend, it’s easy to remember all the junk that must be taken out of the garage and sold or recycled. How does so much useless junk end up in your garage throughout the year? What things are found in your garage? Is your garage so full that you can’t […]
Read MoreWhat Are the Different Types of Aluminum Scrap? Aluminum is one of the most commonly scrapped metals, found in everything from soda cans to aircraft parts. While all aluminum might look similar, scrap yards classify and price it based on type and alloy composition. Understanding how to sort and separate aluminum scrap can help you […]
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 MoreAre you looking to make more money from your copper scrap wire and cables? The iScrap App team has you covered. While scrapping various electronics and accessories, copper wire is an easy way to make extra money by stripping it for the bare, bright copper wire. There are several widths and lengths of copper wires […]
Read MoreWe see videos and tips, ask questions, and see it all in the scrap metal community. Great ways to make extra money on your last load of copper wire or convenient ways to save time and money by disassembling computers. On occasion, you probably have even seen some sneaky ways that scrappers cheat their scrap yards […]
Read MoreThe snowy, cold weather usually doesn’t help business unless you are in the plowing or heating industries. It is prevalent that during the winter season, scrap yards and those in the scrap industry are severely affected by their business and lack of scrap jobs. As the cold hits the country, it also seems to hit […]
Read MoreKeeping good care of your scrapping truck (or vehicle) is important to maintaining a solid way to transport your scrap to the scrap yards. Having the right safety features and techniques in mind also makes your scrapping a lot easier for everyone involved. Truck Safety Tips for Scrapping Personal Safety – To maintain the level of […]
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Spring is here, meaning there are many more opportunities to find scrap around your community. If you keep an eye out, there are few places to find scrap in the springtime, so you can contribute to the community clean-ups and your pocket. Where Can I Find Spring Scrap? Garage Sales – Bargain For Scrap This time […]
Read MoreiScrappers, What’s Up!? We want to talk about copper fittings today. We know that you have all seen many copper fittings in your day, but we want you to know that there is a new type out there that you need to watch out for. There are new “solder-less fittings” that have rubber gaskets inside […]
Read MoreThe time has come for the iScrap App Team to announce what we have been working on here at our headquarters. Since we launched in 2011, we’ve been working hard to bring the most relevant and important information to scrappers across the US & Canada. It is our goal and mission to connect scrap yards and […]
Read MoreThe scrap metal industry isn’t the most glamorous industry out there, but it is important. With scrap metal being one of the largest exports of the USA, it is important to understand how scrap prices are determined and what customers like yourself can do to when the scrap prices are being affected. Over the last […]
Read MoreSo, you want to negotiate for better scrap metal prices with your yard. Well, of course you do! Who doesn’t? But you can’t just go into your yard demanding better prices; you must show them why you deserve that higher price per pound or ton. What Scrap Yards Want to Know How much material are […]
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