What parts in a computer are gold? Before you attempt to throw away or donate that old computer that filled your life with nothing but hassle you might want to remove the scrap gold from the tower. Working or not the computer is still valuable and not just for the copper, tin or steel it […]
Where to find scrap aluminum? As a scrapper, the top two things that probably come to mind when discussing aluminum is either foil or soda cans. Small aluminum items are found here and there throughout the day but like copper, the chances of finding a pile of aluminum at every stop is slim. Within this […]
Where to find scrap steel. If you are in search of particular metals such as steel, knowing where to find scrap steel besides the most common locations will definitely require a plan. Scrap steel because of its abundance is one of the most recycled metals. Although you can find it on nearly every curbside, we […]
Can you scrap nails, screws, nuts and bolts? One of the top questions that I am asked by fellow scrappers is, can you scrap nails, screws, nuts or bolts and make any real money? I have briefly talked about the subject here and there but today I want to go more in depth on the […]
Where can I find aluminum cans? In many states like Michigan, finding aluminum cans is often a slow process because of bottle and can deposits. Then you have states such as Indiana where there is no deposit on cans and you can find them everywhere. Unfortunately, we all can not just skip town to go […]
What is palladium metal used for? Although Palladium was known in the 15th century for its unusual properties, it was not officially listed as an element until 1751. True to its name’s meaning from the Greek “Pallus”: Goddess of Wisdom, it eventually made a remarkable recovery. Spanish prospectors felt Palladium was nothing more than an […]
