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rixydass replied to a thread Stumbled upon a money pit.. in Best Scrap Metal Spots: Where to Find Scrap Metal for Recycling

it's end nice no ?

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06-09-2025, 07:05 AM

Ewasted replied to a thread National - $$$ Buying Electronic precious metal scrap! $$$ in Scrap Buyers & Sellers

Prices updated! I just put a link in to our site... if there is a need I can do it the good old fashioned way and place it here! Thanks!

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06-09-2025, 04:52 AM

hills replied to a thread Seniors Drop In Centre in Off Topic Discussions

< gentle laughter > Seniors drop in centre .... i think you've got a point there. It feels like us scrappers are kind of a dying breed sometimes. It...

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06-08-2025, 07:53 AM

alloy2 started a thread Seniors Drop In Centre in Off Topic Discussions

All that's missing are the coffee and donuts.

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06-03-2025, 03:09 AM

hills replied to a thread Canadians no longer buying American. in Off Topic Discussions

I wouldn't put much stock in the video. It's well done but some of the information contained within is incorrect. If you're working with bad info...

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06-02-2025, 02:40 PM

alloy2 replied to a thread Canadians no longer buying American. in Off Topic Discussions

Seen this coming, paid off my credit card debt, have people wanting to purchase my silver and gold. Not selling could be the wrong decision but my...

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06-02-2025, 10:45 AM

hills replied to a thread 40 yard roll off containers for scrap metal in Scrap Metal Tips and Advice

That's similar to the picture in my head. I would like to get everything up on concrete or asphalt with large concrete block back walls. Get...

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06-02-2025, 10:17 AM

hills replied to a thread 40 yard roll off containers for scrap metal in Scrap Metal Tips and Advice

Many of the transfer stations here in Maine have drive on weigh scales as well. There are some places where the customer pays for everything ......

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06-02-2025, 08:51 AM

ACCR replied to a thread National - Buying CPUs, Laptops, Motherboards, Silver Plated Brass in Scrap Buyers & Sellers

Gold is up and prices have been updated!!!

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06-02-2025, 08:11 AM

alloy2 replied to a thread 40 yard roll off containers for scrap metal in Scrap Metal Tips and Advice

hills the next time I'm at the rapid city landfill site will take pictures of how they set up the roll off bins. Concrete lock blocks for a retaining...

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06-02-2025, 07:40 AM

alloy2 replied to a thread 40 yard roll off containers for scrap metal in Scrap Metal Tips and Advice

Back in the day I dealt with heavy melt, I would order in a liquid oxygen cylinder have my metal all prepared for loading. The fellow I used for...

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06-02-2025, 07:26 AM

alloy2 replied to a thread 40 yard roll off containers for scrap metal in Scrap Metal Tips and Advice

In British Columbia the disposal sites all now have scales with people paying a fee on the incoming weight, this had led to illegal dumping on both...

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06-02-2025, 05:55 AM

hills replied to a thread Canadians no longer buying American. in Off Topic Discussions

It's understandable why Canadians would boycott American products. You should do what you feel is best as a matter of conscience. The state of...

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06-02-2025, 05:04 AM

hills replied to a thread 40 yard roll off containers for scrap metal in Scrap Metal Tips and Advice

You've got some really good points there. I don't know if we're under contract. I don't think so but i'll have to look into it. The main thing i'm up...

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06-02-2025, 04:48 AM

Theromanking replied to a thread 40 yard roll off containers for scrap metal in Scrap Metal Tips and Advice

Hi there, I've had experience using 40-yard roll-off containers for scrap metal, and they can be quite effective when managed properly. Here are...

12 replies | 611 view(s)

06-02-2025, 04:36 AM

hills replied to a thread Plastic - Is PET Worth It ? in Glass, Cardboard, Paper, Wood, Plastic & Other Non Metal Recycling Discussions

I've done this work and i don't think i would recommend it. It's pretty nasty at times. There are always going to be contaminants in the recycling...

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05-31-2025, 05:25 PM

RLS0812 started a thread Plastic - Is PET Worth It ? in Glass, Cardboard, Paper, Wood, Plastic & Other Non Metal Recycling Discussions

I was looking on Recycle.net and seen many wanted listings for PET scrap, with some of the prices surprisingly high per pound. Would it actually be...

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05-31-2025, 01:41 PM

alloy2 replied to a thread 40 yard roll off containers for scrap metal in Scrap Metal Tips and Advice

hills I had almost forgotten the best part, roll offs are self dumping at the scrap yard while tridems are usually magged clean. Clean being the key...

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05-31-2025, 06:54 AM

alloy2 started a thread Canadians no longer buying American. in Off Topic Discussions

Grocery shopping today, probably have some American goods in my basket.

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05-30-2025, 04:01 PM

alloy2 replied to a thread This is a how-to thread

- Strategies for Sourcing Quality Copper Scrap in International Markets in Scrap Metal Tips and Advice

Here are some key takeaways for sourcing quality copper scrap in international markets: 1. Conduct thorough market and supplier research 2. Use...

1 replies | 285 view(s)

05-30-2025, 10:23 AM

alloy2 replied to a thread 40 yard roll off containers for scrap metal in Scrap Metal Tips and Advice

For me it was a very advantageous arrangement, no more 60 miles trips to the nearest yard, fuel savings alone not to mentions the hours previously...

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05-30-2025, 03:17 AM

Theromanking started a thread This thead is a question

- Volatile Markets - How Are You Adapting Your Sorting Strategies? in Scrap Metal Tips and Advice

Hi everyone, Long-time lurker, first-time poster here. I’ve worked in scrap operations for 12 years (mostly non-ferrous focus), and lately, the...

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05-30-2025, 02:46 AM

Theromanking started a thread This is a how-to thread

- Strategies for Sourcing Quality Copper Scrap in International Markets in Scrap Metal Tips and Advice

Hello everyone, I'm new to the Scrap Metal Forum and excited to join this knowledgeable community. As a researcher and writer in the B2B industry,...

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05-30-2025, 02:23 AM

hills replied to a thread 40 yard roll off containers for scrap metal in Scrap Metal Tips and Advice

It seems like a better way of doing things. Going to a roll off would resolve a number of problems and cut down on the labor involved with tending...

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05-29-2025, 02:18 PM

alloy2 replied to a thread 40 yard roll off containers for scrap metal in Scrap Metal Tips and Advice

At my yard white goods were added to loads of crushed cars, some yards have mobile balers that make the rounds to the landfills.

12 replies | 611 view(s)

05-29-2025, 02:15 PM

alloy2 replied to a thread 40 yard roll off containers for scrap metal in Scrap Metal Tips and Advice

At the time had 18 aluminum electric trolley bus's, 75 miles from home base. I had Rypac Aluminum drop a roll off at my home to first load my...

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05-29-2025, 06:47 AM

hills started a thread 40 yard roll off containers for scrap metal in Scrap Metal Tips and Advice

Hey guys, I'm wondering if anyone has any experience using roll off containers for their scrap metal. I'm working with a mix of light iron...

12 replies | 611 view(s)

05-28-2025, 07:50 AM

alloy2 replied to a thread AI Girlfriend not what ya think in Off Topic Discussions

May not align with your beliefs.

6 replies | 305 view(s)

05-28-2025, 07:46 AM

alloy2 replied to a thread AI Girlfriend not what ya think in Off Topic Discussions

Over these past years not one person and three different pastors were able to answer my question which was based on morals and criminality.

6 replies | 305 view(s)

05-28-2025, 07:38 AM

alloy2 replied to a thread AI Girlfriend not what ya think in Off Topic Discussions

She's honest to a fault.

6 replies | 305 view(s)

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