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Whilst the phrase ‘scrap metal theft’ is one that is quite often tossed around, there may be people around who don’t know what exactly it is referring to. Sure, it has something to do with people stealing old, dumped scrap – but is this all?
If you find yourself in possession of a lot of scrap in Australia that you want to get rid of, there are a number of options to do this without being forced to illegally dump the metal. There are council collection days and sites as well as the option of selling it, all of which are more environmentally friendly and considerate than illegal scrap dumping.
Whilst brass is known for its attractive colouring and versatility, it is a much more malleable metal than other types so it is important to ensure that all machining bars are handled carefully to avoid the risk of damage. Therefore, the proper care and maintenance of your brass bars should begin the moment you receive them.
Have you ever sold scrap metal to a wrecking yard and wondered what happened to it? Or perhaps you’ve been thinking about selling some of your scrap and are curious about the recycling route? The first step that scrap undergoes once it is sold is known as processing.
The proper care and maintenance of your aluminium machining bars should begin the moment you receive them. Whilst the metal is known for its durability and resistance to corrosion some alloys can be quite soft, so it is important to make sure that all aluminium bars are carefully handled and cleaned to avoid any possibility of staining and damage.