Recycling Scrap
Making Money With Scrap Metal.
Scrap metal can be a part of your business that causes headaches…why do we have so much, how can I get rid of it, what a huge waste of money, etc. Or, it could be a source of income. Many companies have found that by recycling their scrap metal they can enjoy a nice income that helps offset the rise in steel, as well as other material costs.
The problem that these companies often face is finding a way to efficiently dismantle or cut down this scrap material into smaller, more manageably-sized pieces. With steel it's fairly easy… oxyfuel torches are a handy tool for this. However, what about scrap materials like aluminum, nickel and other metal alloys where oxyfuel torches and other cutting methods are ineffective or inefficient?
Plasma cutting has quickly become the choice cutting method for cutting these metals efficiently. The process can cut any electrically conductive material – and it can do it quickly and safely. And, depending on your plasma cutting machine, it can cut through the thickest material you have. Because it works in a similar method to welding, you can accurately control the cutting arc, without the concern of burns or explosions.
With the significant increase in aluminum for parts and products because of its lightweight mass, aluminum in now the choice metal for most items from the construction market to the recreation market. Automobile manufacturers are using aluminum for everything from car frames to engine blocks. With all this aluminum being used, recycling it has become a huge money making business. And, plasma cutters are perfect for cutting the scrap into recycling-sized pieces. How do you cut up your scrap material? Is it fast? Is it easy? Is it safe?
Let me know what you think… post your questions and comments and vote on the poll question.
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January 19th, 2007 at 11:20 pm
a sawzall w/”the torch” millwauki metal cutting blades beats a plasma cutter hands down! As an added tip, insert the blade BACKWARDS, trust me-you will love it! it allows for much more force and better ergonomics for grip and control in 99% of anything you’re cutting.
April 4th, 2007 at 12:19 pm
If the scrap metal is small like the kind created from CNC manufacturing process then I would consider taking a look at:
http://www.chipsystemsintl.com/index.html