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What’s the Difference Between Zinc and Tin? While zinc and tin may look similar at first glance, they are two distinct metals with unique properties, uses, and values in the scrap metal industry. Understanding these differences is essential for identifying and recycling them effectively. What is Zinc? Zinc is a versatile metal commonly used for […]
Read MoreMany people think that all metals are just that, metals. But there is a difference. Take copper, for example. Copper is mined throughout the world and appears on the Periodic Table of Elements. This means that copper is a metal by itself and does not need anything else to help make it copper. On the […]
Read MoreRecently Tom Buechel, Creator of the iScrap App, explained to scrap yards and the recycling industry how he connects and maintains relationships with his customers at his scrap yard, Rockaway Recycling, in North New Jersey. It was feature in the industry leading publication, Recycling Today and later reposted on Earth911’s Business Website. “Its easy to […]
Read MoreBelieve it or not, Mercury is not just a planet in the solar system but a metal that is very hard to dispose of. Mercury used to be used in almost all thermometers but is now very difficult to eliminate. Very few (if any) scrap yards want to buy Mercury so that puts many people […]
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 […]
Read MoreGallium is a metal that melts on the palm of the hand due to its low melting point (29.76 C).If you hold a solid gallium crystal in your hand, your body heat will cause it to melt into a silvery metallic puddle slowly. Pour it into a dish, and it freezes back into a solid. […]
Read MoreThe iScrap App is a great tool for contractors, plumbers, electricians, construction workers, and many others to use while on the go. You will be able to find scrap yards and auto wreckers throughout the US and Canada. With thousands of companies listed throughout North America, users are able to search for local salvage yards […]
Read MoreTalking with those around you and that you work with is important. Letting the team around you know what is going on will make life much easier when you are trying to get a job done. By having dialogue with those around you, helps so they don’t have to assume. See More Safety Tips
Read More“Mad Faced” Ernie gives you instructions on using your file to use another way to determine aluminum from stainless steel. Be sure to check the consistency of the metal to have a better idea.
Read MoreTaking out a stainless steel sink can be an intelligent move at your scrap yard. To make an extra buck on the stainless steel sink, remove the steel ring on the outside and drain from the bottom to make more money. Take a hammer and chisel and hit away! Be sure to save the brass drain […]
Read MoreWe have talked about stainless steel a few times, but it can get confusing, so we want to go over it again. There are many different grades of stainless steel, but we are going to talk about the one common kind and the misconceptions about stainless. 304 Stainless is the most common type of stainless […]
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