About the author

THE AUTHOR

Cole Morace

Cole Morace has over 20 years of experience in the metals recycling and mining industry. He is the founder of Quest Metals which aims to revolutionize the sustainable recycling of metal scrap from aerospace, aviation, and gas turbines.

With an unwavering dedication to sustainability, Cole ensures that turbine scraps find new life, reducing waste and promoting environmental responsibility. Trust in him to provide top-notch turbine scrap recycling solutions that meet industry standards and exceed expectations.

Cole Morace, President of Quest Alloys & Metals
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November 10, 2024

Position Paper on Supporting Metal Recycling in the 2024 Aerospace Supply Chain Resiliency Task Force Report

By: Cole Morace Quest Alloys & Metals fully supports the findings of the 2024 Aerospace Supply Chain Resiliency Task Force report, emphasizing the...

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October 29, 2024

The Value of Recycling Tungsten Carbide Scrap

In the aerospace, energy, and heavy industries, tungsten carbide is a valuable and commonly used material known for its strength, durability, and resistance to wear....

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October 28, 2024

Maximize the Value of Titanium Scrap through Greener Recycling

Titanium plays a crucial role in high-demand industries like aviation, energy, and gas due to its strength, corrosion resistance, and lightweight properties. However, with the...

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October 25, 2024

Types of Zirconium Scrap: Understanding Their Value and Applications

Zirconium, with the chemical symbol Zr, holds a prominent position in the periodic table as element 40. As a transition metal, it possesses a unique...

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October 24, 2024

Types of Turbines and Their Recycling Potential

The global shift towards renewable energy has increased reliance on various types of turbines, including wind, gas, steam, and water turbines. As these machines reach...

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October 23, 2024

How Airlines Decide Which Parts to Recycle and Which to Replace

As the aviation industry continues to evolve, airlines face critical decisions regarding the lifecycle management of their aircraft. With increasing pressure to adopt sustainable practices,...

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October 22, 2024

Understanding Indium Prices: What Scrap Metal Sellers Need to Know

Indium, a lesser-known but critical metal, plays a pivotal role in various industries, from electronics to renewable energy. It is often found as a by-product...

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October 21, 2024

Where is Gallium sourced and how is it extracted?

Gallium (Ga) is a unique metal that has gained significant importance due to its growing applications in high-tech industries, including electronics, semiconductors, and LEDs. Despite...

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October 17, 2024

Titanium Recycling: Maximizing Sustainability for Aviation and Aerospace Industries

By: Cole Morace Titanium is an essential material for industries such as aviation, energy, and gas, thanks to its exceptional strength, corrosion...

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October 16, 2024

The Impact of Indium Recycling on the Electronics Industry

In an age where technology evolves unprecedentedly, the demand for rare materials like indium has surged significantly. Indium, a soft, malleable metal primarily used in...

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October 15, 2024

Current Sustainability Challenges In Metals Refining

By: Cole Morace The Current Carbon Footprint of the Metals Refining Industry The current annual production of 2 billion tonnes of metals...

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October 15, 2024

Industries That Benefit the Most from Germanium Recycling

Germanium is a versatile metalloid with unique properties that make it invaluable across various high-tech applications. As the demand for germanium continues to rise, especially...

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October 14, 2024

Titanium Metal Scrap in Albuquerque: Maximize Value for Your Scrap

Titanium is a critical material for high-performance industries like aviation, energy, and gas. Known for its strength, corrosion resistance, and lightweight properties, titanium is in...

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October 14, 2024

Maximizing Value by Selling Titanium-Rich Aircraft Engine Parts

By: Cole Morace Titanium plays an essential role in the aviation industry due to its high strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and...

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October 11, 2024

Sustainable Indium Sourcing: A Key to Meeting Industry Needs

By: Cole Morace Indium, a rare but crucial metal, plays a vital role in a variety of industries, including aviation, energy,...

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October 9, 2024

Does Gallium Melt Metal? A Deep Dive into Its Effects on Aluminum, Steel, and Other Metals

By: Cole Morace Gallium is an intriguing metal with unique properties that have sparked interest in various industries, including aviation and...

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October 7, 2024

Purchasing Germanium Scrap: Maximizing Value Through Sustainable Recycling

By: Cole Morace Germanium is a rare, valuable metalloid with significant applications in industries such as aviation, energy, electronics, and telecommunications. As demand...

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October 4, 2024

Titanium Recycling: Maximizing Value for High-Performance Industries

By: Cole Morace Titanium has become indispensable in aviation, energy, and gas industries due to its unique combination of strength, corrosion...

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September 27, 2024

The Strategic Stranglehold: China’s Dominance Over Rare Earth Metals Like Germanium

By: Cole Morace In the ever-evolving world of technology and innovation, the term "rare earth metals" might evoke images of elusive, precious elements...

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