Metal Market Outlook in 2018

The most recently available market data show that the scrap industry in the U.S is currently a $90-billion industry. Up from $54-billion in 2009. After a rocky 2016, the scrap metal market rebounded solidly in 2017. As we enter 2018, lets take a look at the most common metals in scrap.

Steel

Steel is one of the most commonly scraped materials. The World Steel Association reported that in 2016 there was a 2.6% increase in demand for steel, this number was followed up by a 3.0% increase in demand in 2017. According to their most recent report, all signs point toward the global demand for steel to increase in 2018.

Copper

The copper market is a great indicator of the global economy. In 2017 the U.S economy saw a great activity, with stock markets reaching all time high. As copper is a great indicator of the economy, and vise versa, experts in the scrap metal work predict that the demand for copper will soar in 2018.

Zinc
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As with our previous two metals, Zinc had a great 2017 in terms of demand. In fact, there was supply gap for zinc and scrap prices reflected that. Prices for the scrap metal were up 36% year over year at some parts in 2017. Experts believe this demand will continue to grow in 2018.
Looking to make some extra cash in 2018? Are you a business looking to get rid of unwanted scrap for free? Contact Second Street Iron & Metal in Everett today!

Benefits of Dumpster Rentals for Commercial Customers
 
Are you a construction project manager or business owner with 600 pounds or more of scrap metal sitting around your site? If so, you’re going to want to get that clean up sooner rather than later. Also, you should contact Second Street Iron & Metal in Everett, Massachusetts. The following are reasons why our customers come to Second Street for their commercial dumpster rentals when they have tons (not literally) or scrap metal to dispose of.

Free Dumpster Rentals - That’s right, if you have over 600 pounds of scrap metal on site, we will provide you with a free dumpster rental for the removal of your scrap.

Efficient Clean Up- The clean up of your construction site or project can be a timely and costly expenditure. By renting one of our scrap dumpsters, you can cut your project time my a significant amount , saving you money in the long run.

Delivery & Pick Up – On top of the free dumpster rental, our Second Street Iron & Mental trucks will provide efficient delivery and pick up of the dumpsters as well. Letting you focus on the job at hand, while we focus on your scrap.

Looking to get your site cleaned up quickly and efficiently? Contact us today to inquire about our free dumpster rentals. Even if you don’t meet the 600 pound threshold, there’s a chance we could still help out, contact us today. We carry three different size dumpsters for rent currently, which includes 15, 30, and 40 yard dumpsters.