We're thrilled to announce the latest episode of the "Pile of Scrap" podcast, featuring our very own, Frank and Albert Cozzi, alongside insightful host, John Sacco. This episode, recorded live from ReMA’s (formerly ISRI) annual convention and exposition in Las Vegas, is a must-listen for anyone involved in or interested in the recycled metals industry.
In order to grasp the present landscape of metal manufacturing and recycling, it is crucial to reflect on the historical journey that has led us to this point. Let's begin in the cradle of civilization. Mesopotamia is home to one of the oldest and most advanced societies in human history—the Sumerians. Among their numerous achievements,
Last month, Recycling Today published Bulk Grades Struggle Through 2023. The article presents the challenges faced by recyclers operating in steel and ferrous scrap recycling markets in 2023, noting how pandemic-related price volatility initially provided advantages, yet as economic rebound slowed so did hopes of strong markets. Recycling Today points out that in the ferrous
In the Season 1 finale of Repurposed, John Sacco concludes his journey at the SSAB steel mill in Muscatine, Iowa. Here, he learns about the innovative ways that the mill is producing "green" steel, which is more energy-efficient and less impactful to the environment, thereby supporting communities. The innovative steps taken by SSAB towards sustainable
In Season 1, Episode 3 of the series Repurposed, John Sacco continues on a journey through SSAB's steel mill, where he witnesses steelmaking up close and personal. After leaving a recycling facility, recycled metals are transported to the mill, where they are sorted by grade and type. Later, they are melted inside an electric arc
