After finishing a construction job, the question arises of what to do with the scrap metal. When companies are looking for a solution, they visit Byer Steel, the Midwest's leading scrap metal recycling center and rebar mill.

The professionals at Byer Steel also believe in educating their customers about the milling process to help them find the best solution for their needs. Here, the metal experts discuss the differences between re-rolling mills and more traditional mills, such as electric arc furnaces:

• Energy Source: As the name suggests, an electric arc furnace heats materials using an electric arc. This type of furnace takes steel scrap and melts it using electricity to produce steel. Re-rolling mills, which produce 85% of their products using scrap metal, enlist the help of coal gasification plants to provide energy.

• Capacity: An industrial arc furnace ranges in size from a one-ton capacity to approximately 400-ton units. Re-rolling mills can be much larger, often providing a 10-million-ton capacity, which allows them to handle more materials.

Since 1915, Byer Steel has been providing its customers with stress-free metal recycling for processed scrap metal. The Ohio-based company is comprised of four divisions: retail recycling, industrial recycling, rebar mill, and rebar fabrication. Whatever service you need, you can trust the dedicated professionals at Byer Steel to discuss an affordable price that’s within your budget.

Byer Steel can process a diverse range of metals and produce some of the best steel rebar products on the market. The Ohio-based company accepts almost any type of metal and offers competitive prices. To find out how Byer Steel can help with your metal recycling needs, call (513) 948-0300 or visit their website for more information. For all rebar mill and fabrication concerns, call (513) 821-6400.