What counts as clean aluminium, and how do you keep it clean?
Short answer: Clean aluminium is free of steel, plastic, rubber, glass, paint build-up and other metals, so keeping fittings, screws, seals and attachments off the aluminium and keeping it dry and free of dirt means buyers can price it at the best rate, whereas dirty or contaminated aluminium is downgraded, usually to a lower price per kilogram.
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Screws, hinges, seals and handles can usually be taken off with simple tools and are worth separating.
Keep it dry and tidy
Wet or muddy aluminium weighs more but is paid for as less, so keep it dry and shake off loose dirt.
Do not overdo it
If removing an attachment takes more time than the price difference justifies, leave it and sell the item as mixed aluminium.
How ScrapTrade Fits In
ScrapTrade buyers state the grade behind each offer, so you can see what clean aluminium is worth.
A little sorting goes a long way with aluminium. ScrapTrade connects you with verified buyers, transparent weighing and escrow-protected payments.
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