NON-FERROUS METAL

Non-ferrous metals do not contain iron which gives them a higher resistance to rust and corrosion. Additionally, Non-ferrous metals are far more malleable and are considerably lighter when compared to ferrous metals.

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Non-Ferrous Metal Scrap Specifications

Buy and Export Aluminium Scrap - Kiruba Corp

ALUMINUM SCRAP

At about one-third the density and stiffness of steel, aluminum is easily machined, cast, drawn and extruded. Additionally, aluminum is a relatively soft, durable, lightweight, ductile and malleable metal – making it ideal for an array of applications.

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To consist of 1000 and/or 3000 series alloys, to be free of paper, plastic excessively inked sheets, and any other contaminants. Minimum size of 3” (8 cm) in any direction.

Shall consist of old, unalloyed aluminum wire and cable containing not over 1% free oxide or dirt and free from hair wire, wire screen, iron, insulation and other non-metallic items.

Shall consist of new low copper aluminum can stock and clippings, clean, lithographed or not lithographed, and coated with clear lacquer but free of lids with sealers, iron, dirt and other foreign contamination. Oil not to exceed 1%.

Shall consist of new, clean, unalloyed aluminum wire or cable free from hair wire, ACSR, wire screen, iron, insulation and other non-metallic items.

Derived from wet or dry media separation device, the material must be dry and not contain more than 1% maximum free zinc, 1% maximum free magnesium, and 1% maximum of analytical iron. Not to contain more than a total 2% maximum of non metallics, of which no more than 1% shall be rubber and plastics. To be free of excessively oxidized material, air bag canisters, or any sealed or pressurized items. Any variation to be sold by special arrangement between buyer and seller.

Shall have a minimum density of 14 pounds per cubic foot (225 kg/m3), and a maximum density of 17 pounds per cubic foot (273 kg/m3) for unflattened UBC and 22 pounds per cubic foot (353 kg/m3) for flattened UBC. Size: Minimum 30 cubic feet (.85 m3), with bale range dimensions of 24” to 40” (61 to 132 cm) by 30” to 52” (76 to 132 cm) by 40” to 84”(102 to 213 cm).

The only acceptable tying method shall be as follows:

  • Four to six 5/8” (1.6 cm) x .020” (5 mm) steel bands, or six to ten #13 gauge steel wires (aluminum bands or wires are acceptable in equivalent strength and number).
  • Use of skids and/ or support sheets of any material is not acceptable.
  • Must be magnetically separated material and free of steel, lead, bottle caps, plastic cans and other plastic, glass, wood, dirt, grease, trash, and other foreign substances.
  • Any free lead is basis for rejection.
  • Any and all aluminum items, other than used beverage cans, are not acceptable.
  • Variations to this specification should be agreed upon prior to shipment between the buyer and seller.

Shall consist of clean old alloy aluminum sheet of two or more alloys, free of foil, venetian blinds, castings, hair wire, screen wire, food or beverage containers, radiator shells, airplane sheet, bottle caps, plastic, dirt, and other non metallic items. Oil and grease not to total more than 1%. Up to 10% Tale permitted.

Shall have a briquette density of 50 pounds per cubic foot (800 kg/m3) minimum. Nominal briquette size shall range from 12” to 24” (30.5 x 61 cm) x 12” to 24” (30.5 x 61 cm) in uniform profile with a variable length of 8” (20.3 cm) minimum and 48” (122 cm) maximum.

  • Briquettes shall be bundled or stacked on skids and secured with a minimum of one vertical band per row and a minimum of one girth band per horizontal layer.
  • Briquettes not to overhang pallet.
  • Total package height shall be 48 (122 cm) maximum.
  • Banding shall be at least 5/8” (1.6 cm) wide by .020” (5 mm) thick steel strapping or equivalent strength.
  • The weight of any bundle shall not exceed 4,000 pounds (1.814 mt).
  • Material must be magnetically separated and free of steel, plastic, glass, dirt and all other foreign substances.

Any and all aluminum items other than UBC are unacceptable. Any free lead is basis for rejection. Items not covered in the specification, including moisture, and any variations to this specification should be agreed upon prior to shipment between the buyer and seller.

Shall be made up of a combination of the nonferrous metals: aluminum, copper, lead, magnesium, stainless steel, nickel, tin, and zinc, in elemental or alloyed (solid) form.The percentage of each metal within the nonferrous concentrate shall be subject to agreement between buyer and seller.

Material generated by eddy current, air separation, flotation, screening, other segregation technique(s), or a combination thereof. Shall have passed one or more magnets to reduce or eliminate free iron and/or large iron attachments. Shall be free of radioactive material, dross, or ash.

Material to be bought/sold under this guideline shall be identified as “Zorba” with a number to follow indicating the estimated percentage nonferrous metal content of the material (e.g., “Zorba 90” means the material contains approximately 90% nonferrous metal content).  May also be screened to permit description by specific size ranges. (Refer also to Zorba under Mixed Metals.)

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COPPER SCRAP

On its own, Copper is very pliable and can be easily shaped and pounded without damage. As such, Copper can be used in array of application but its most common are plumbing and, due to its high-conductivity, electrical wiring. More recently, copper is fast becoming a replacement for gold within computer electronics.

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  • Shall consist of No.1 bare, uncoated, unalloyed copper wire, commonly known as Bare Bright copper wire.
  • Wire gauge subject to agreement between buyer and seller.
  • Green copper wire and hydraulically compacted material to be subject to agreement between buyer and seller.
  • Shall consist of clean, untinned, uncoated, unalloyed copper wire and cable, free of brittle burnt wire.
  • Wire gauge subject to agreement between buyer and seller.
  • Free of copper tubing. Hydraulically briquetted copper subject to agreement.
  • Shall consist of miscellaneous, unalloyed copper wire having a nominal 96% copper content (minimum 94%) as determined by electrolytic assay.
  • . Should be free of the following: Excessively leaded, tinned, soldered copper wire; brass and bronze wire; excessive oil content, iron, and non-metallics; copper wire from burning; insulation; hair wire; brittle burnt wire; and should be reasonably free of ash.
  • Hydraulically briquetted copper subject to agreement.
  • Shall consist of clean, unalloyed, uncoated copper clippings, punchings, bus bars, commutator segments, and clean copper tubing.
  • Hydraulically briquetted copper subject to agreement.
  • Shall consist of miscellaneous, unalloyed copper scrap having a nominal 96% copper content (minimum 94%) as determined by electrolytic assay.
  • Should be free of the following: Excessively leaded, tinned, soldered copper scrap; brasses and bronzes; excessive oil content, iron and non-metallics; copper tubing with other than copper connections or with sediment; copper wire from burning; insulation; hair wire; brittle burnt wire; and should be reasonably free of ash.
  • Hydraulically briquetted copper subject to agreement.

ZINC SCRAP

Zinc is primarily used in order to galvanize steel, a process to protect the metal against unwanted corrosion. Alloys of zinc, including brass, are vital to a wide range of applications, from corrosion resistant marine components to musical instruments.

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  • Shall consist of miscellaneous old zinc base die castings, with or without iron and other foreign attachments.
  • Must be free of borings, turnings, dross pieces, chunks, melted pieces and skimmings.
  • All unmeltables, dirt, foreign attachments, and volatile substances (such as rubber, cork, plastic, grease, etc.) are deductible.
  • Material containing in excess of 30% iron will not constitute good delivery.
  • Shall consist of new or unused clean, plated zinc base die castings, free from corrosion.
  • Shall consist of clean dry scrap zinc, such as sheets, jar lids, clean unalloyed castings and anti-corrosion plates.
  • Borings and turnings are not acceptable. Material must not be excessively corroded or oxidized.
  • All foreign attachments and extraneous materials are deductible.
  • Shall consist of unsweated zinc dross removed from the top of a continuous line galvanizing bath, in slab form not weighing in excess of 100 pounds each, with a minimum zinc content of 90%.
  • Heavier pieces acceptable upon mutual agreement between buyer and seller. Shall be free of skimmings.
  • Broken pieces under 2” in diameter shall not exceed 10% of the weight of each shipment.
  • Shall consist only of galvanizers unsweated zinc dross in slab form from hot dip galvanizing (Batch Process) with a minimum zinc content of 92% and shall be free of skimmings and tramp iron.
  • Broken pieces under 2” in diameter shall not exceed 10% of the weight of each shipment.
  • Slabs shall not weigh over 100 pounds each. Heavier pieces acceptable upon mutual agreement between buyer and seller.
  • Material from continuous galvanizing operation is not acceptable.
  • Blocks are acceptable upon mutual agreement.

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STAINLESS STEEL SCRAP

Stainless Steel is any steel alloy that contains the element chromium, to be specific at least 10.5% Chromium. Other metals can be alloyed with stainless steel, the second most common being Nickel.

Due to its long life cycle, strength, resistances to corrosion and low maintenance, Stainless Steel is the ideal material for a wide range of applications.

The 3xx series stainless is non magnetic and most commonly recycled at scrap yards. 304 stainless steel contains 18% chromium and 8% nickel (commonly called 18-8 in the industry) The 316 grade stainless contains 16% chromium, 10% nickel and 2% molybdenum. The 400 series doesn’t normally contain nickel and is therefore magnetic. Chromium is what offers corrosion resistance / prevents oxidation / rust. The higher the Chromium and Nickel the better the resistance to corrosion.

**Kiruba Corp can source a wide range of scrap grades like SS 304, 316, 304 L , 316 L, 310, 309, 200 series, Duplex 2205.  | Contact Us

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  • Shall consist of all types of clean AISI Series Stainless Steel Scrap Solids, which contain a maximum of .5% copper, free of foreign attachments and other contamination.
  • Shall consist of clean 18-8 type stainless steel clips and solids containing a minimum 7% nickel, 16% chrome, and have a maximum of .50% molybdenum, .50% copper, .045% phosphorous, and .03% sulfur, and otherwise free of harmful contaminants.
  • Particulars concerning physical description, grading, additional analysis, and preparation to be agreed upon between buyer and seller.
  • Duplex 2205 Stainless Steel is composed of between 19.5 and 21.5 percent Chromium, 4.5 to 6.5 percent Nickel, 3 to 3.5 percent Molybdenum, 2 percent Manganese, and 1 percent Silicon, with the balance being Iron.
  • Shall consist of clean 18-8 type stainless steel turnings containing a minimum 7% nickel and 16% chrome, and to be free of nonferrous metals, nonmetallics, excessive iron, oil and other contaminants.
  • Particulars concerning physical description, assay, and packaging to be agreed upon between buyer and seller.

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