The Unexpected Story of How Nickel Got Its Name
Learn about the mythological origins of this non-ferrous metal, commonly used for plating, and more about its history and value.
The Puzzle of Plastics Recycling, By the Numbers
Learning and understanding these seven plastic recycling codes makes it easier to know which products are safe to recycle and which ones are not. It’s not as self-explanatory as the little green arrows might make it seem. Brush up on your plastic recycling codes:
2020 Pandemic: Aluminum Can Industry Faces Increased Demand, Supply Chain Delays
The 2020 COVID-19 pandemic brought disruptions to international supply chains and sudden shifts in consumer shopping behavior, including a huge surge in demand for canned beverages to drink at home. Can makers can’t keep up.
What is Swarf? Recycling Your Machining Scrap for Cash
Getting into the habit of selling the recyclable scrap that results from machining creates an excellent incentive for keeping your shop as clean, neat and efficient as possible.
Is There Really a Lot of Gold in Electronics? E-Waste Facts and Myths
You may have heard that there’s gold, silver, and other precious metals in electronics, which should mean they’re worth money, right? Well, yes and no. Learn why e-waste recycling isn’t quite the “goldmine” it’s thought to be, and why it’s still worth it.
How to Sell Building Material for Cash
Scrap building material such as metal, lumber, brick and stone could be earning money back for your business, if you know how to sell it. Learn what to look for and what to do with it.
Where Can I Take Things that Cohen Does Not Recycle?
At Cohen, if it’s made of mostly metal, takes batteries, or plugs in, we can most likely recycle it. However, there are exceptions and restrictions to this rule of thumb, and there are items and materials that can be recycled, just not at Cohen.
What Items Does Cohen Charge For?
For many items that you bring to IHS Metal Recycling for recycling, you will be paid cash based on the scrap value of the material(s) that item is made of and how much it weighs. However, there are some items that you will be asked to pay a small fee to recycle. Typically, this fee […]
Recycling Wires and Cables: What is The Difference, and is One More Valuable?
The average American replaces their smartphone every two to three years. Computers are on a roughly five-year cycle, laptops slightly less, and tablets in between. Once you’re done with them, into the recycling they go. But what about the cords?