Today’s haul of scrap metal was impressive.

Today was a successful day for me as I brought in a nice load of scrap metal to the recycling center. It was a time-consuming process, but the payoff was worth it in the end. I started my day early, heading out to various locations around town to collect scrap metal. I scoured alleys, construction sites, and even knocked on doors to ask if people had any unwanted metal lying around. It was a bit of a dirty job, but I was determined to make the most of it. After several hours of collecting, I loaded up my truck with […]

Disassembling a Scrap Electric Motor to Extract Clean Copper

Electric motors are an essential component in many household appliances and industrial machinery. When these motors reach the end of their lifespan and are no longer functional, they often end up as scrap. However, within these scrap electric motors lies a valuable material – copper. Breaking down a scrap electric motor to extract clean copper can be a lucrative and environmentally friendly endeavor. The first step in breaking down a scrap electric motor is to remove the outer casing. This can usually be done by using a screwdriver to disassemble the motor and access the internal components. Once the casing […]