Separate extrusion, sheet, cast, insulated, and mixed aluminum and describe coatings, attachments, quantity, and access.
Inspect before combining the load
- extrusion, sheet, cast, or mixed form
- paint, insulation, steel screws, and thermal breaks
- known alloy records when available
Useful separation groups
Where safe and practical, keep the following groups distinguishable for review:
- clean extrusion
- sheet and siding
- cast and mixed aluminum
Quantity, condition, and documentation
Estimate weight, dimensions, drum or gaylord count, pallet count, or production rate. Include clear photographs and note contamination, coatings, fluids, sealed components, grade records, and lawful ownership documentation that may be relevant.
Pickup and loading
Keep light aluminum contained against wind and avoid compacting grades together before review. State the pickup city, access hours, surface and clearance conditions, loading responsibility, and available forklift, crane, dock, or other equipment.

