What’s the Difference Between Clean vs Dirty Stainless Steel? Clean stainless steel is free of non-metal contaminants like rubber, glue, or plastic — and gets top scrap prices. Dirty stainless steel contains attachments, coatings, or residue, which can cut its value by up to 90%. Know how to clean and sort your stainless properly to […]
Read MoreYou have probably been to a hospital before and seen the tables, chairs, and weird machines they use, but have you ever considered what could be scrapped in the medical world?! Most Common Metal: Stainless Steel Let’s start with something easy: stainless steel. Stainless steel is the most common metal in the medical field, and […]
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Looking to make extra cash and free up space in your home? You might be surprised how many everyday household items contain scrap-worthy metals. From aluminum pots to copper piping, many items sitting in your garage or basement can be recycled for money. Below, we’ll walk you through 16+ household items you can scrap, how […]
Read MoreWhich Scrap Metals Made The List? We love scrap metal. “Who doesn’t?” is the real question, but we continuously hear questions about different examples of scrap metals and the best ones to scrap. Well, in our mind, any scrap metal is the best one to scrap, but then it gets to the question of the availability […]
Read MorePeddlers aren’t the only ones cashing in on scrap metal. At the Rockaway Recycling yard, trade-specific workers frequently cash in on excess material from everyday jobs and projects they work on. Plumbers, in particular, make a pretty good side hustle from scrap material. Suggested Reading: Scrapping: The Perfect Side Hustle For Extra Cash Plumber’s Common Scrap […]
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Scrap metal recycling is the process of recovering and processing scrap metal from end-of-life items or structures and manufacturing scrap to use it as a raw material to manufacture new goods. Scrap metal may be recycled many times without losing any of its properties. It provides the raw material for new goods while emitting far less […]
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Whether you’re replacing your pool or need to get rid of it, we can help! Scrapping an old pool can be a profitable endeavor during the summer months. This blog will guide you through scrapping a pool, including the types of metals you can salvage and how to maximize your profits when cleaning and separating […]
Read MoreThere are full-time scrappers, hard-core scrappers, part-timers, and those who grew up in the business and continued on the legacy. And then you have hobbyist scrappers: those who one day heard about this thing called scrap metal, decided to try their hand at it and got addicted. The Perfect Side Hustle For Extra Cash Maybe […]
Read MoreThe scrap metal industry has seen its fair share of ups and downs in a year marked by economic shifts, global events, and evolving consumer demands. In our comprehensive overview of the 2023 Scrap Metal Market, we discuss the dynamics of five essential metals, offering insights into the driving factors that shaped the prices of […]
Read MoreGalvanized steel is crucial in various industries due to its corrosion-resistant properties. In this article, we’ll delve into what galvanized steel is, its recyclability, and whether it’s worth scrapping. What Is Galvanized Steel? Galvanized steel is regular steel coated with a layer of zinc. This protective coating shields the steel from corrosion caused by moisture […]
Read MoreCan You Scrap A Grill? Yes, you can scrap a grill with a local scrap yard that accepts metals. Grills are a common household item that can be recycled for their valuable metal content. Whether you have an old gas grill, charcoal grill, or even a smoker, scrapping it can help the environment and put […]
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And Is It Magnetic? Here’s What Scrappers Need to Know Stainless steel is one of the most common alloys you’ll encounter in scrapping — but it also causes a lot of confusion. Is it ferrous or non-ferrous? And is stainless steel magnetic? Quick Answer: Stainless steel is technically a ferrous metal because it contains iron. […]
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