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Increasing sustainability through metal recycling

On: Apr 27, 2018

By: TransMetal

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With global awareness in the fields of environmental protection at an all-time high, recycling has become not only expected, but a downright necessary part of our day-to-day lives. People all around do their best to lead an eco-friendly, sustainable life. However, there is always room for improvement, and when it comes to scrap metal, we […]

How to go about battery disposal?

On: Feb 1, 2018

By: TransMetal

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There is always a lot of talk about how to dispose of used batteries. Most people will tell you they can’t go into the regular rubbish bin, and in the majority of countries, this is the law. This is due to the fact that most batteries contain hazardous chemicals such as cadmium, mercury, and lead. […]

Recovering precious metals from electronic scrap

On: Jan 29, 2018

By: TransMetal

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In this day and age, going green has gained a near-profound level of importance. With the amount of waste we produce every day, it’s no wonder that so many people are pushing towards recycling. This goes double to very valuable waste, such as precious metal found in electronic scrap, that goes to waste if it […]

Recovering copper from cables – why is copper recycling cost-effective?

On: Dec 20, 2017

By: TransMetal

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Why Recycle Copper? Copper is one of the oldest use materials on Earth. For around 5000 years, copper was the only metal mankind utilised for anything. Its versatility is so great that it is still commonly used for various items to this day. From money to computer cables, copper can be found everywhere, easily recognisable […]

The importance of scrap metal recycling in the UK economy

On: Nov 22, 2017

By: TransMetal

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Recycling has been a hot-button issue for quite some time. It’s hard to overstate its importance – the impact it has on the environment, as well as UK’s economy is substantial. The Earth’s resources are not a cornucopia of unlimited possibilities, so proper conservation can only benefit everyone in the long run. Thankfully, the recycling […]

How to segregate metals and electric waste

On: Sep 28, 2017

By: TransMetal

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Managing metal and e-waste Metal and electronic waste can be very hard to dispose of in a safe way, so separating them correctly can be the cause of a major headache to those of us more concerned with the environment. While problematic, e-waste can be utilised by recovering the metal components within it. While the […]

What do you get by recycling aluminum?

On: Sep 14, 2017

By: TransMetal

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The benefits of recycling aluminium Recycling is a pretty hot-button issue. We generate so much waste that we’re getting dangerously close to permanently damaging our ecosystem, endangering life both on land and in the sea. While plastic may be hard to recycle, aluminium is another matter entirely. There are a myriad of potential uses for […]

How to Start Your Own Scrap Metal Business?

On: Oct 6, 2016

By: TransMetal

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The amount of scrap metal from companies, plants and households increases each year. Unnecessary metals take up space in storehouses, basements and yards, hindering work and destroying their image. Although dealing with non-ferrous metals is very profitable, still few people consider starting their own scrap metal business. And this is not as difficult as it […]

Scrap Non-Ferrous Metals Better Than Iron?

On: Aug 25, 2016

By: TransMetal

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Over the last years, the British industry has been more than willing to use scrap non-ferrous metals for production. The situation is similar in many other European countries. According to analysts, this is a constant trend that might even get reinforced in the following years. What does it result from and what are the consequences? Generally […]

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