| Scrap Metal | Scrap Price | Updated Price Date |
|---|---|---|
| Copper National Average | $3.00/lb | Updated 09/22/2023 |
| Steel National Average | $184.81/ton | Updated 09/22/2023 |
| Aluminum National Average | $0.44/lb | Updated 09/22/2023 |
| Catalytic Converter Average | $82.00/each | Updated 09/22/2023 |
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 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 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 […]
Read MoreA big question that we get is about the different types of lead batteries and how they are priced and paid for over the scale. Lead batteries are generally always going to be in the same price range except when you have larger lead batteries like forklift batteries. These batteries with steel cases will always […]
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Wire strippers are essential tools for electricians, DIY enthusiasts, and professionals working with electrical cables. Handheld wire strippers offer a balance of portability and ease of use, making them indispensable for various tasks. In this blog, we will compare five popular handheld wire strippers, and then delve into the value of a handheld wire stripper […]
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Catalytic Converters have been a hot topic in scrap lately. With several types of precious metals inside, like platinum, palladium, and rhodium, they have been a high-valued commodity. How Much Are Scrap Catalytic Converters Worth? The prices of catalytic converters sometimes vary from $0 to even over $800! That wide range of value is based […]
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Understanding the potential value locked within everyday items can lead to surprising gains in the scrapping world. A common household item- the ceiling fan- is a frequently overlooked source of valuable metal, particularly copper. Have you ever wondered, “How much copper is inside a ceiling fan?” In this guide, we’ll break down the process of […]
Read MoreMost Valuable Scrap Items from In A Car “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure.” The old saying is significant with vehicles. You have your old boring car, but someone else is looking for such a car for reasons better known to them. You could be having an old car and thinking of trashing it […]
Read MoreWhy has the copper market shot up so fast? The Ukrainian and Russian conflict is causing all of the price gaugings that we have seen since the initial invasion of Ukraine. These world events will generally have significant ripple effects across the markets and commodities, especially when you start to consider the oil effect that […]
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 […]
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