Breaking down scrap is not always about the money. Sometimes items can be salvaged for other projects and it is a great way to learn how things work. That being said, I try to break down one of everything to learn. Very little is broken down after the first time because it is not worth the time and effort.
When prices are good, separating non ferrous from ferrous is not always worth the time for me. The lower the prices, the more that is broken down waiting for prices to rebound.
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