Frequently asked questions
What is a non-ferrous metal?
Non-ferrous metals are metals not susceptible to rust and are non-magnetic. This includes metals such as copper, aluminum, lead and nickel.
What is a ferrous metal?
A ferrous metal is magnetic and is composed of iron (an element) and steel (metal alloy).
What is the difference between ferrous and non-ferrous metals?
Ferrous are predominately iron based and magnetic. Non-ferrous are not iron based metals.
What materials do you NOT accept? (Unacceptable Items)
ARM is unable to accept the following materials; Capacitors, PCB’s, Paint Cans, Light Ballast, Oil/Oil Filters, Garbage, Trash, Household waste, Rags, Sealed Tanks/ Barrels/ Buckets, Excessive Dirt, or Other Non-Metals, Shocks, Full Gas Tanks, Tires, Radioactive Items, Lead or Lead-Based Materials and any items containing Hazardous Materials
What payment methods do you offer?
ARM offers cash or check for payment of scrap metals.
Is there an age requirement to sell scrap metals?
You must be 18 years of age. If you are a minor selling scrap metal, you must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
What is required from the customer when selling a scrap vehicle?
The seller must have the official title of the vehicle and a valid government issued photo id.
Do you have a drive-through scale?
Yes at ARM we have a 11’x70’ drive-through scale with a capacity of 120,000 lbs. A digital read-out and print out shows the weights measured.
Do you have certified scales?
Yes, at ARM all of our scales are state certified and are regularly maintained for accuracy
Does the customer unload his or her vehicle?
ARM employees unload all customer vehicles