Metal recycling benefits the environment and the economy in multiple ways. Unfortunately, scrap metal has historically been an easy target for thieves, with metal theft almost always rising alongside the
The 5 Most Valuable Scrap Metals in Your House
Even though it’s officially June, it’s still not too late to get into some last-minute spring cleaning! If you’re ready to refresh your surroundings, whether it’s a deep clean or maybe a
Answers to Your Scrap Metal FAQs
Want to scrap metal recycle but don’t know where to start? At Roane Metals, we understand success with scrap metal recycling can seem overwhelming if you’ve never recycled scrap metal
Environmental Benefits of Recycling Scrap Metal
Scrap metal has long been a revenue source for companies and individuals alike. But recycling your scrap metal is not only good for your wallet, it also helps the environment
Top 8 Places to Look for Scrap Copper
Copper is one of the most common metals scrappers will look for to sell at the scrap yard. It’s a highly sought-after commodity in the scrap metal recycling community because
Copper vs. Brass vs. Bronze: What’s the Difference?
Have you ever looked at a piece of scrap metal and thought, “Is this copper, brass, or bronze?” These three metals can sometimes be a little confusing to tell apart
Summertime Scrap
Summertime is full of fun moments for friends and family. Between beach trips, lazy days on the lake, backyard barbecues, or Fourth of July fireworks, it seems like there’s always a reason to celebrate in these warmer
The Life of Copper: From Underground to Your Home
According to the US Geological Survey, Copper is the third most-consumed industrial metal in the world, and about 75 percent of the copper used can be found in electronics, telecommunication
How to Calculate the Recovery Rate of your Scrap Copper Wire
Copper is a commonly used material that’s highly conductive. It’s great for electric work in homes and appliances alike. Copper is also a non-ferrous metal, meaning that it contains no steel or iron, so
10 Unique Industries that can Benefit from Recycling their Scrap Metal
“Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle.” The phrase of our childhoods. Growing up, we have always been taught the importance of eliminating our waste and reducing our carbon footprint, but we often have