We buy Inconel, titanium, Hastelloy, copper, stainless steel, and all industrial metals throughout Iowa City and the surrounding Iowa area. Same-day quotes, fast pickup, direct payment.
📞 Call (754) 310-2984 ⚡ Price CalculatorIowa City is dominated by the University of Iowa and its massive hospital complex — one of the largest academic medical centers in the country. The hospitals and research programs generate stainless steel 316L, titanium, and cobalt-chrome from surgical equipment and research. The university's engineering programs also produce specialty alloy scrap from research projects.
Stainless steel and specialty alloys from UI Hospitals and medical research, copper wire from university infrastructure, aluminum from commercial construction, and steel from agricultural equipment.
| Metal | Current Buy Price | Common Sources in Iowa City |
|---|---|---|
| Inconel 625/718 | $9.50–$17.00/lb | Aerospace, chemical processing, oil & gas |
| Titanium Gr. 5 | $5.80–$8.00/lb | Aerospace, medical devices, manufacturing |
| Hastelloy C-276 | $7.00–$11.00/lb | Chemical processing, oil & gas equipment |
| Bare Bright Copper | $3.90–$4.20/lb | Construction, electrical, demolition |
| Stainless 316 | $0.55–$0.80/lb | Food processing, healthcare, marine |
| Aluminum 6061 | $0.55–$0.75/lb | Construction, aerospace, automotive |
| Tungsten Carbide | $6.00–$12.00/lb | Machine shops, tooling, manufacturing |
Call us at (754) 310-2984 with a description of your material — metal type, approximate weight, and condition. We'll give you a confirmed price range on the spot. For large quantities, specialty alloys, or plant shutdowns, we can arrange a site visit within days.
We pay based on current market rates — LME for nickel alloys, COMEX for copper. No middlemen, no delays. Wire transfer payment within 24 hours of receipt for large transactions.
Yes — large hospital systems like UI Hospitals regularly upgrade surgical equipment, imaging systems, and infrastructure. These generate stainless 316L, titanium, copper wire, and aluminum. We work with hospital facilities departments throughout Iowa. Call (754) 310-2984.
UI's engineering and materials science programs generate specialty alloy scrap from research equipment, test fixtures, and prototype manufacturing. We work with university surplus departments to evaluate and purchase research scrap.
Yes — agricultural equipment generates cast iron, steel, copper wiring, and aluminum. We buy all grades of farm equipment scrap throughout Johnson County and surrounding areas.
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