Scrap metal is an almost inevitable byproduct of manufacturing, and companies have tried for decades to find the best ways to get rid of these byproducts. Scrap brass, copper and aluminum have too often been consigned to landfills, but today companies are making an effort recycle them wisely. Recycling Companies in Baltimore MD such as Mid-Atlantic Metals, Inc. are working to ensure that these valuable resources are reused or recycled in a way that saves money while protecting the environment.
What kinds of scrap metal are acceptable?
The number of scrap metals that can be accepted for recycling are surprising. Copper, brass and aluminum are some of the more familiar metals recyclers will take, but there are a number of other kinds of metals that can be recycled as well. Recyclers can also find a use for stainless metals and high-temperature alloy metals. Even insulated wire and cable are valuable to scrap metal recyclers. Auto radiators are another type of scrap metal that, surprisingly, recyclers find very useful. The sheet aluminum from which the radiators are made is very valuable.
How should scrap metal be recycled?
A city’s or town’s recycling services generally don’t take scrap metal if it’s left for curbside pick-up. Individuals and small business owners will need to get smaller amounts of scrap metal to a dealer who pays the scrap metal’s owner for materials brought in. Scrap metal recycling companies that are particularly conscious of keeping the metal out of landfills and oceans do regular research to determine which types of metals are in high demand and what their selling prices are. Sellers are assured they’ll receive the best price for their scrap metal.
Where can large amounts of scrap metal be taken?
Commercial scrap metal Recycling Companies in Baltimore MD accept large quantities of different kinds of scrap metal from industrial and commercial businesses. The scrap metal can be delivered to a company’s site or picked up if there isn’t time or equipment availability to haul it to the site. Mid-Atlantic Metals can provide roll-off containers to handle scrap disposal and pick-up service when needed. Commercial and industrial business owners as well as homeowners can visit Mid-Atlantic Metals Inc online to find out more about recycling scrap metal in the Baltimore area.
