Scrap glossary
What is Shredded scrap?
Shredded scrap is ferrous scrap that has been torn into small, fist-sized pieces by a large shredding machine. Shredders take mixed light scrap such as car bodies and appliances, then use magnets to separate the steel from plastic, rubber and non-ferrous metals.
Because it is dense and uniform, shredded scrap loads easily and melts efficiently, so mills often pay close to HMS rates for it.
The non-ferrous mix that comes out of a shredder, sometimes called zorba, is sold separately for its aluminium, copper and brass.
Most shredded scrap used by large Pakistani mills is imported; local supply comes from dealers who own baling and shearing equipment.
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