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What To Do With Leftover Construction Scrap

Posted on October 14, 2019 by gardencity

This summer was a prime building season. If you look around your local community, you are sure to see new buildings, strip malls, subdivisions, and more. But now that winter is around the corner, building and remodeling projects will soon … Continue reading →

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How to Extend the Life of Your Car’s Transmission

Posted on September 23, 2019 by gardencity

The transmission inside your vehicle is one of the most critical engine components. Without it, your wheels won’t move. In order to preserve your vehicle for as long as possible, it is in your best interest to maintain the transmission … Continue reading →

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Frequently Asked Questions About Metal Recycling

Posted on September 9, 2019 by gardencity

Preserving our planet’s natural resources is something that should be at the top of everyone’s priority list. After all, our planet is our only home, and we must take care of it and sustain it for as long as human … Continue reading →

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Most Valuable Metals in Junk Cars

Posted on August 19, 2019 by gardencity

You will soon learn that the number one way to get paid for a junk car is to visit a local scrap metal yard, or metal processing center that retains the proper equipment and tools to strip it themselves. By … Continue reading →

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Top Rust Prevention Tips

Posted on August 9, 2019 by gardencity

Ferrous metal is prone to oxidation, which in turn, creates what we know as rust. In order to prevent that orange-brown discoloration we communally detest so much, you must take certain precautions when choosing, storing, and fabricating your metal commodities. … Continue reading →

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5 Fundamental Categories of Metal

Posted on July 26, 2019 by gardencity

If you are entering into the world of scrap metal recycling, it will help to learn which metals you will likely come by and how their particular properties can affect your overall profit. Although there are various kinds of metals … Continue reading →

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Choose Garden City Iron & Metal for the Highest Scrap Metal Profit in Indiana

Posted on July 11, 2019 by gardencity

Garden City Iron & Metal is your “One-Stop Shop” for scrap metal recycling service in Indiana! With direct sells, free pickup, and easy off-loading, there is no easier or more convenient way to sell your scrap metal for cash on … Continue reading →

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Why are Scrap Metal Prices Lower This Year?

Posted on June 24, 2019 by gardencity

If you sold some scrap metal last year for more than what you just sold some scrap metal for this year, there is a good reason why your profits are less. Continue reading to learn some possible causes for the … Continue reading →

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What are Base Metals?

Posted on June 7, 2019 by gardencity

Base metals are basically any common metal that is not a noble metal nor precious metal. Still confused? Not to worry; continue reading to learn what all of these terms mean, as well as, some examples of each. Base Metals … Continue reading →

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Three Common Categories of Metal Sensing Processes

Posted on May 28, 2019 by gardencity

There are three common categories of metal sensing processes, all of which effectively improve metal recovery rates. Continue reading to learn more about metal sensing processes, including where to get the highest profit for your scrap metal findings. Metal sensing … Continue reading →

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