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What Types of Metal do we scrap?
We scrap a huge range of metals. From household appliances & cars, to copper pipe and brass taps. We have the experience and knowledge to turn your unwanted scrap into cash quickly & easily.
If you are unable to get your scrap to us, give us a call for general pricing information and pick-up options.
Scrap Metal Types
Why Recycle Scrap Metal?
Research has shown that recycled scrap metal can be beneficial to the environment. Using recycled scrap metal in place of virgin iron ore can reportedly yield:
- 75% savings in energy
- 90% savings in raw materials used
- 86% reduction in air pollution
- 40% reduction in water use
- 76% reduction in water pollution
- 97% reduction in mining wastes
Every ton of new steel made from scrap steel saves:
- 1,115 kg of iron ore
- 625 kg of coal
- 53 kg of limestone
Energy savings from other metals include:
- Aluminium savings of 95% energy
- Copper savings of 85% energy
- Lead savings of 65% energy
- Zinc savings of 60% energy
Sourced from Wikipedia ‘Scrap’ page: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scrap
Get in touch!
Petone Scrap Yard
- 04-568-8300
- 027-589-9914
- ingots1@xtra.co.nz
- 2 Port Road, Seaview
Levin Scrap Yard
- 06-367-5959
- 027-445-4725
- ingots1@xtra.co.nz
- 27 Totara St, Levin
Scrap Metal Pick up