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Aluminum Wire and How to Scrap It
Aluminum Wire and How to Scrap It

Aluminum Wire and How to Scrap It

admin2021-02-23T02:50:41-06:00Categories: Scrap Metals|Tags: aluminum, wire|

If you scrap often, chances are you've come across some aluminum wire. Wire is one of the best ways to get the most value for each load of scrap you bring into the yard, because it's easy to work with and it's easy to find a lot of it at once. As much as you hear about copper wire, aluminum wire doesn't seem to get as much attention. While many of the basic principles are the same as far as scrapping it goes, it's worth noting the differences to ensure you get the most for your scrap!

How to Tell the Difference Between Aluminum and Stainless Steel
How to Tell the Difference Between Aluminum and Stainless Steel

How to Tell the Difference Between Aluminum and Stainless Steel

admin2021-02-23T03:01:47-06:00Categories: How To|Tags: aluminum, stainless steel|

Stainless steel and aluminum are both worth collecting, but we all know that their values are different—and, of course, you're going to get more money for each scrap haul if you sort different types of scrap out from one another. However, telling the difference between aluminum and stainless steel can be very challenging, especially when you're out in the field without a ton of tools to help you in identifying different metals. Here's a short, helpful article on how to tell the difference.

Fall is the Season for Scrapping
Fall is the Season for Scrapping

Fall is the Season for Scrapping

admin2021-02-23T03:25:39-06:00Categories: How To|Tags: aluminum|

The weather is starting to get a little cooler as summer winds down—and that can mean big opportunities for your scrapping operation! Here in Dallas, the cooler weather means the idea of spending some more time outdoors and hunting for scrap might look a little more enjoyable than it did in the summer. On top of that, there are a lot of unique fall scrapping opportunities!

Consider a Recycling Drive for Charity
Consider a Recycling Drive for Charity

Consider a Recycling Drive for Charity

admin2021-02-23T03:28:53-06:00Categories: E-waste|Tags: aluminum, charity, e-waste, Tips|

If you’re familiar with what we do at Encore Recyclers, you know you can make money selling scrap metal in Dallas. However, there’s a great piece of information you may be missing out on: with Encore, you can make money not only for yourself, but for the non-profit of your choice by setting up a recycling drive for charity. Have you ever run or perhaps even worked for a charity? Have you volunteered for a nonprofit organization? If so, you probably know how hard it is to raise money for charity organizations, no matter how good or universally supported the cause is.

Scrap Metal Hidden in Your House
Scrap Metal Hidden in Your House

Scrap Metal Hidden in Your House

admin2021-02-23T03:41:11-06:00Categories: Scrap Metals|Tags: aluminum, brass, copper, e-waste, stainless steel|

The easiest way to get started as a scrapper is to start scrapping materials in your own home. You can learn many of the skills necessary to becoming a successful scrapper, without the added difficulty of looking for and asking permission to take recyclable materials. Most people are surprised when they find out how much potentially valuable recyclable scrap metal is in their own home—and love making a positive impact on the environment while also earning a little extra cash.

Where to Recycle Anything in Dallas
Where to Recycle Anything in Dallas

Where to Recycle Anything in Dallas

admin2021-02-23T03:48:40-06:00Categories: E-waste, How To, Scrap Metals|Tags: aluminum, computer recycling, e-waste|

Luckily for all of us who live in the city of Dallas, it’s easy to recycle here. It’s also free—and in fact, you can even make money recycling, depending on what materials you have and how you recycle them. On the other hand, recycling rules can be complex in any city. On top of that, many people recycle the wrong things, or throw out things they could in fact recycle.

Getting Ready to Recycle Your Scrap Metal
Getting Ready to Recycle Your Scrap Metal

Getting Ready to Recycle Your Scrap Metal

admin2023-02-20T08:45:21-06:00Categories: Scrap Metals|Tags: aluminum, batteries, brass, bronze, car parts, copper, how to, lead, stainless steel, steel|

After you've finished a demolition or other project, you may wish to recycle your scrap metal. Scrap metal is not biodegradable, so it's ideal for recycling. And while Encore Recyclers will buy your metal when mixed together, you may be able to achieve a better price for your scrap by separating out your scrap metals and doing a little prep work, such as removing plastic, rubber, or other contaminants. Read on to learn how to best separate and prep your scrap materials.

Recycling Aluminum Cans
Recycling Aluminum Cans

Recycling Aluminum Cans

admin2021-02-23T03:36:52-06:00Categories: Scrap Metals|Tags: aluminum, cans, recycling, scrap metals|

Did you know that aluminum used to be considered such a rare and precious commodity that Napoleon Bonaparte's nephew, had a rattle and other toys made of aluminum, as a status symbol? Even though aluminum is the third most abundant element in the Earth's crust, at the time it was extremely difficult to produce. In fact, aluminum was selected as the material to use for the 100-ounce capstone of the Washington Monument in 1884, a time when one ounce cost the daily wage of a common worker on the project. The capstone, which was set in place on December 6, 1884, was the largest single piece of cast aluminum at the time.