The national average price for corrugated containers (PS 11) surged to about $73 per ton, compared with $45 per ton last month. The OCC grade was trading at about $53 one year ago.

The national average price for aluminum cans is down again this month, now at 40.13 cents per pound, compared with 47.81 cents per pound last month. This compares with 56.13 cents per pound this time last year.

Steel cans dropped substantially, now at a national average $97 per ton, compared with an average $120 per ton last month and $169 per ton one year ago.

Many recycling centers across America will weigh your van and pay you $1.60 per pound. This is the equivalent of around $0.05 per can meaning that you will need 2000 cans to make $100.
There are about 24 aluminum cans in a pound.

Wood Forge

It is important to note that when forging steel, your forging temperature should generally be lower than your metals melting point.

When a metal is brought to it’s forging temperature, you are able to shape and mold it without the causation of cracks in the metal.

Iron has a low melting point, so this is most necessary for steel, or other metals with a similar melting point.

The forging temperature for these same metals are as follows:

• Carbon steel forging point- 2,246℉ (1,230℃)
• Stainless steel forging point- 2,003℉ (1,095℃)

Therefore, the fuel and heat required for your forge will depend on the metals that you regularly work with.

For metals with a low melting point such as iron, wood is an ideal form of fuel. For metals with higher melting points such as steel, using coal or propane would be a reasonable choice for your weld.

It is, of course, possible to weld these metals with all the above-mentioned fuels, but for a high-quality weld, it is best to choose a fuel more useful for the specifications of your metals melting point.

Conclusion

When using coal, the hottest form of fuel, your forge may reach up to 3,500℉ (1,977℃).

Temperatures will vary, however, depending on the fuel available to you. If you have decent ventilation in your workspace, coal, and propane are ideal sources of fuel.

However, if you do not have access to proper ventilation, you may have to settle for a lower temperature burn in the form of a wood-burning forge.

When deciding which fuel you will use, it is important to take into consideration the types of metals you will be working with, as their forge and melting point will determine the level of heat required from your fire.

Proper selection of your forge by taking these variables into account will not only guarantee the proper quality of your forged pieces but offer you further enjoyment in your practice of forge welding. Also, don’t forget to take into account the price of blacksmith forges.

Thanks for reading and have fun with your future projects!

Cheers, tools owners!

Jack Adams

Hi there! My name is Jack and I write for ToolsOwner. I have a passion for everything related to tools and DIY projects around the house. You often find me in my workshop working on new projects.

The national average price for corrugated containers (PS 11) surged to about $73 per ton, compared with $45 per ton last month. The OCC grade was trading at about $53 one year ago.

The national average price for aluminum cans is down again this month, now at 40.13 cents per pound, compared with 47.81 cents per pound last month. This compares with 56.13 cents per pound this time last year.

Steel cans dropped substantially, now at a national average $97 per ton, compared with an average $120 per ton last month and $169 per ton one year ago.

Many recycling centers across America will weigh your van and pay you $1.60 per pound. This is the equivalent of around $0.05 per can meaning that you will need 2000 cans to make $100.
There are about 24 aluminum cans in a pound.

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