Common Sources of Stainless Steel Scrap Metal

Common Sources of Stainless Steel Scrap Metal

Stainless steel is a versatile, useful and valuable metal. It resists heat, rust, staining and pitting, with high strength and an attractive luster. As a scrap metal, stainless steel is valued for its high demand and ease of recycling.  Let’s learn more about the...
What Scrap Metal is This? A Guide to Identifying Metals

What Scrap Metal is This? A Guide to Identifying Metals

Steel and tin and iron—oh my! If you’re new to the world of scrap metal recycling, then the process of sorting and identifying unfamiliar metals may seem a bit overwhelming. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. While it’s easiest to just bring your scrap metals to...
What Kinds of Metal Are Recyclable?

What Kinds of Metal Are Recyclable?

Knowing your brass from your bronze is a huge advantage when you’re recycling metal. After all, pre-sorting metal is advantageous—scrap metal yards typically pay more for metal that’s been arranged by type. Below, you’ll find a primer on the different types most...
What Influences Scrap Metal Prices?

What Influences Scrap Metal Prices?

Every year, millions of tons of metal are sold to scrap yards to make everything from planes to musical instruments to electronics. Market prices for scrap metals are constantly in flux. In fact, the price for a particular metal is subject to change at any time, so...
The Most Important Items to Recycle

The Most Important Items to Recycle

While we mostly focus on metal recycling here at Galaxy Metals, we believe that all forms of recycling are important. And while recycling may be a pain sometimes, don’t be overwhelmed. Our list is focused on the most important items to recycle. When you consider just...
Scrap Metal Recycling for Construction Companies

Scrap Metal Recycling for Construction Companies

No matter how carefully the architect plans the job design, every project generates some waste. And if there’s demolition involved in the job, at the end of the day, you could be hauling off tons of debris — or paying someone else to do it for you. But have you ever...