RECYCLING ALUMINUM
IT’S TIME TO
ALUMINUM IS 100% RECYCLABLE
The life cycle of aluminum is infinite. In fact, it is estimated that 75% of the aluminum extracted in the last century is still in use. The reason is that it can be recycled 100% unlimitedly and without losing quality or properties. As if this were not enough, it is one of the most abundant elements in the Earth's crust, only behind oxygen and silicon.
For all these reasons, recycling metal scrap in the case of aluminum is essential for the environment.
CAST ALUMINUM (TENSE)
Shall consist of all clean aluminum castings which may contain auto and airplane castings but no ingots, and to be free of iron, brass, dirt and other non-metallic items. Oil and grease not to total more than 2%.
USED BEVERAGE CONTAINERS: UBC
Used Beverage Containers are typically referred to as UBC. This material is just what it says, aluminum beverage containers. Aluminum food containers should be removed as they will bring down the quality. Often, residual moisture remains in the container, resulting in a moisture deduction at the smelter.
OLD ALUMINUM [TAINT/TABOR]
Old aluminum is the most common grade within this category and acts as a catch-all in that just about any clean grade of aluminum can be found within this grade. Typically, this is thin gauge material with paint and/or stickers.
