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06/06/2014

Scrap metal is divided into two categories: ferrous and non-ferrous. Ferrous scrap metal is iron and steel. Non-ferrous scrap metal comprises metals other than iron or steel. Ferrous scrap accounts for most of the recycled metal.

06/03/2014

The New York Department of Environmental Conservation reports that using recycled material in the steel-making process reduces water use by 40%, air pollution by 86% and water pollution by 76%.

05/30/2014

After source reduction (which involves using less aluminum to make a can, for example), metal recycling is the most efficient way to reduce aluminum and steel waste. Not only is this good for the environment, but it helps to conserve precious energy as well.

05/27/2014

According to industry statistics, about 65 percent of all steel made in the U.S. is recycled each year. Using recycled steel saves about 75 percent of the energy for the manufacturing process. That’s enough to provide power to 18 million homes.

05/23/2014

Did you know that municipal recycling programs don’t always keep recyclable items out of the landfill? Unlike city-sponsored programs, you can be certain that all the metal you bring to us for recycling stays out of landfills.

05/20/2014

If you think most aluminum is recycled, guess again. By some estimates, the reclamation value of the aluminum plowed into landfills every year is around $600 million and growing.

05/16/2014

Did you know that the scrap metal industry is one of the few industries that contributes positively to the U.S. economy? In 2006, the scrap metal industry contributed $65 billion.

05/13/2014

We recognize that you may not always be familiar with the exact alloys used in the scrap metal your business produces. If you need to know what type of metal you’ve got before you sell it, we may be able to help you analyze it.

05/09/2014

It’s important to remember that metal waste is something that won’t decompose in landfills the way that food and other organic materials will. When you need to ensure that your business isn’t contributing to the country’s waste problem, we’re always here for you.

05/02/2014

Metals are a precious, non-renewable, natural resource that will be depleted if they are exploited at the present rate. So recycling the metals that are part of the municipal waste stream cannot be emphasized enough.

04/29/2014

Did you know that even aluminum wrap is recyclable? Whether you have a left over piece of aluminum wrap from a chocolate bar, a piece of candy, or from your kitchen – be sure to place any aluminum wrap or pieces in the recycle bin.

04/25/2014

Obsolete or "old scrap" is something that is unwanted and can no longer be used in its original form. This type of scrap can still be useful and the metal that is within these objects can be used. For example, silver can be taken from old film and copper can be taken from radiators.

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Worcester, MA
01610

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(508) 791-0086

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