Who is ISRI? Many scrappers ask us, “What is ISRI?” and why it matters when they visit scrap yards. ISRI stands for the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries , an organization dedicated to supporting the recycling industry across the U.S. and internationally. Many scrap yards are ISRI members, attending conventions, meeting with government officials, and […]
Read MoreIf you want to start scrapping metal for extra money or even a full-time job, we have some essential tools and accessories you should consider getting before you begin. Tom, the founder of iScrap App, owns a scrap yard and has been in the business for years. We sat with him to discuss some of […]
Read MoreIf you want to make some serious extra money on your scrap metal, now is the time to get refreshed on tips to help you make more at the scale. If you want to make more of a profit on your scrap metal, do it with reliability and efficiency. These strategies for scrapping can save […]
Read MoreFinding referrals or ideas on tools is not always the easiest thing. It is sometimes so hard to find a scrapper a great holiday gift so we wanted to help put our Top 10 gifts into one spot (Most of these can be used year round though!) in order to help you find out about […]
Read MoreWe often look for the best deals when selling scrap, looking for tools, shopping for anything online, or filling the gas tank. But when is a good time to spend much money on things? Our answer is simple: Boots & Beds. Give Yourself The Best Rest Think about it: you are sleeping on a bed […]
Read MoreThis is one of those things that you do not want to read – but have to because you know how valuable some of these tools are. Grandpa always said, “You need the right tool for the right job.” How true is that? Some Tools Are So Expensive! Buying new tools is expensive, and sometimes […]
Read MoreSo you want to recycle some metal. Awesome, you’re officially part of the largest recycling movement in the world! But if you want to be good at it so you can make some extra money, you have to make sure you don’t suck at it and you do it the right and efficient way. We […]
Read MoreBased on surveys with scrappers, we’ve compiled the ultimate scrapper’s tool guide using our years of experience, trial and error, and scrapper suggestions. We’re not saying you should have every tool on this list, but these are probably the most common and the most widely used in the scrapper profession. Dismantling and separating your scrap […]
Read MoreWe all know that when scrapping it is always important to maximize any and all space that you can. Whether it is material that you are packing in your truck to sell to the scrap yards…or the bins and tools that you are carrying with you to use to help organize and pack. How you […]
Read MoreIs It Worth Melting Copper Into Ingots? It looks cool. It could be a fun hobby with friends or in your yard, melting and molding your scrap metal ingots. While it may make for entertaining times or cool YouTube videos, we strongly suggest never melting your scrap ingots if you want to make the most […]
Read MoreThere are many types of scrap ballasts, and knowing which ones you have before going to your scrap yards will always help when you go to sell your material. Here are a few tips on what to look out for: Hope this helped shed a little “light” (no pun intended) on ballasts. Scrap ya later!!! […]
Read MoreAre Lead-Acid Batteries Recyclable? Yes! Not only are they recyclable, but they also have value! Car batteries range from about 30-50 pounds in weight, with many coming in at around 41 pounds. Do some quick math, and you’ll find that the scrap value of lead-acid batteries is around $10. It’s not a ton of money, […]
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