THE SCRAP METAL PRESS

Expert insights, tips, and industry news from Maryland Recycling. Learn how to maximize the value of your scrap metal and stay informed about the recycling industry.

October 14, 2026
Can painted aluminum be recycled? Learn how coatings, metal types, and attachments affect scrap classification before recycling in Maryland.
October 7, 2026
Replacing HVAC equipment in Maryland? Learn which metal components may be recycled, what to confirm before delivery, and when to discuss commercial pickup.
September 28, 2026
Use this checklist to compare copper and wire recycling in Forest Hill, including material identification, weighing, pricing, commercial service and pickup.
September 25, 2026
Plan roll-off scrap metal container service in Elkridge, from material confirmation and site access to delivery, pickup, weighing and payment.
September 21, 2026
Learn how jobsite access, storage, sorting, project phases and material conditions can affect contractor scrap recycling in Glen Burnie, MD.
September 15, 2026
Learn what shapes commercial metal recycling in Baltimore and Rosedale, including material type, volume, sorting, site access and roll-off containers.
By Maryland Recycle • August 24, 2026
Learn what copper wire and plumbing scrap Maryland contractors should separate before visiting a recycling center or planning commercial recycling.
By Maryland Recycle • August 17, 2026
Recycling aluminum siding, gutters, or trim in Maryland? Learn how to sort exterior scrap and prepare your load before visiting a recycling center.
Mixed scrap metal load prepared for a Maryland recycling center
August 12, 2026
Prepare copper, aluminum, steel, and wire for a smoother recycling drop-off. Learn how to sort and secure a mixed scrap load in Maryland.
Stacked metal scaffolding planks with perforated surfaces, wrapped in plastic and piled in a storage area
August 5, 2026
Retiring racking, machinery, or production line steel during a Maryland facility upgrade? See how steel recycling works for equipment-heavy projects.