Here at Maxilead, we consider ourselves to be metal experts, but we think that’s it’s important that everyone knows how to identify some of the most common types of metal. We’ve put together this handy guide, which looks at the five most common types of metal, and how to identify them. Aluminium One of most … How to Identify Different Types of Metal
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE Directive) is a legal action by the EU that became European Law in 2003. The law sets targets for the collection, recovery and recycling of every type of electrical item in the UK. There are also restrictions as to what new electronic equipment on the market can … What is the WEEE Directive?
Of the many various ferrous metals, copper is one of the most valuable. Wiring is a common form of copper, and you can find it in pretty much all domestic, commercial and industrial properties. If you happen to stockpile even a small amount of copper wire that you could scrap. it could result in a … A Guide: How to Scrap Copper Wire
Our business is in giving our customers the best prices for their scrap metal. All sorts of items come through our gates every day, from old cars to cookers, beds and machinery parts. Which got us thinking, what would the prices be of some of the world’s biggest structures? The most famous landmarks on … The Scrap Value of 5 Famous Landmarks Around the World
It’s not often we see a scrap metal sculpture that leaves us, here at Maxilead Metals, speechless. However, a fascinating sculpture down in Dorset has managed to do just that. Talented artist Martin Galbavy has been working on the project for the last three months, to mark the one hundred year anniversary of World War One. … Huge Scrap Metal Soldier Unveiled
Reduce, reuse and recycle – the three R’s of recycling are pivotal in ensuring we look after our planet. We only have one Earth after all! But what about WEEE recycling? WEEE stands for Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and with more households than ever before using electrical items at an increasing rate, it’s important that … Top Four Reasons to WEEE Recycle
