skrapjerns

Skrapjerns, also known as scrap iron, refers to discarded iron or steel items that are no longer in use but retain value for recycling. This category encompasses a wide range of materials, including old machinery, structural steel from demolished buildings, automotive parts, household appliances, and various industrial cast-offs. The term is often used interchangeably with ferrous scrap, distinguishing it from non-ferrous scrap metals like aluminum or copper.

The collection and processing of skrapjerns are a significant part of the global recycling industry. Scrap yards and processing facilities sort, clean, and prepare the material for remelting in furnaces or basic oxygen steelmaking processes. This recycled metal is then used to produce new iron and steel products, reducing the need for virgin iron ore extraction and its associated environmental impacts. Recycling skrapjerns conserves natural resources, saves energy, and lowers greenhouse gas emissions compared to primary steel production. The economic value of skrapjerns fluctuates based on market demand, raw material prices, and processing costs.