Scrap Metal Collection Emerald

Here’s a quick guide to some of the most common types of recyclable scrap metals:

• Ferrous metals: Ferrous metals, such as iron and steel, are some of the most commonly recycled materials. This is because they’re easy to recycle and have a high market value.
• Non-ferrous metals: Non-ferrous metals, such as aluminium, brass and copper are also commonly recycled. This is because they’re valuable and can be recycled multiple times without losing their quality.
• Appliances: Appliances, such as refrigerators and washing machines, often contain scrap metal, meaning that we take them for recycling.

The recycling process of scrap metal begins with sorting the metals by type and grade. The most common types of scrap metal are ferrous and non-ferrous. Ferrous metals contain iron and are attracted to magnets, while non-ferrous metals do not contain iron and are not attracted to magnets. Once sorted, the metals need to be cleaned so that they can be properly recycled. 

There are a few ways to clean scrap metal before recycling it. One way is to use a solvent such as trichloroethylene or mineral spirits, though you could use a detergent and water solution or a wire brush.

Recycling scrap metal has a number of benefits:

• It helps to conserve natural resources - The mining and manufacturing of new metal products require a lot of energy and can have a significant impact on the environment. Recycling scrap metal instead reduces the need for these activities.
• Makes some extra money – Selling scrap metal can be a way of supplementing your income as collectors often pay for materials. This can also help to offset the costs of recycling other materials. 
• Create jobs in the recycling industry – Recycling scrap metal provides employment for thousands of people around the world, not just in Australia.

There are a few different types of scrap metal that are considered valuable in Australia. These include:

• Aluminium cans: Aluminium cans are some of the most commonly recycled items in Australia. They can be recycled over and over again, making them very valuable.
• Copper: Copper is another popular type of scrap metal due to its durability. It can be reused many times, making it very valuable.
• Steel: Steel is another type of scrap metal that is often recycled because of its strength and durability, making it perfect for a variety of uses.

To get started with scrap metal collection you need to start off by contacting a reputable dealer such as BCM Scrap Steel. This is because we can provide you with a complete solution for your scrap metal recycling requirements. We will also provide you with a fair quote representing the worth of your materials and can help you to arrange delivery or collection.