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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
Malaysia Clarifies Rare Earths Export Policy: No Exclusive Rights for US
September 15, 2025

Malaysia Clarifies Rare Earths Export Policy: No Exclusive Rights for US

On August 4, 2025, Malaysia’s Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry, Tengku Zafrul, clarified in Parliament that the country’s agreement to export rare earth elements...

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UN Meeting Closes with No Moratorium on Deep-Sea Mining for Critical Minerals
September 15, 2025

UN Meeting Closes with No Moratorium on Deep-Sea Mining for Critical Minerals

The 30th session of the International Seabed Authority recently concluded in Jamaica without an agreement to establish a moratorium on deep-sea mining, a decision that...

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U.S. Mulls Rare Earth Price Floor to Boost Domestic Output
September 15, 2025

U.S. Mulls Rare Earth Price Floor to Boost Domestic Output

The United States is highly dependent on foreign sources, primarily China, for critical rare earth elements, which are vital for defense systems, clean energy, and...

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The Global Market of Antimony
September 11, 2025

The Global Market of Antimony

Historically, antimony has found widespread use in traditional sectors. Antimony trioxide, a prominent compound, serves as a crucial additive for halogen-containing flame retardants, a sector...

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Primary and Secondary Production of Antimony
September 11, 2025

Primary and Secondary Production of Antimony

Antimony's essential applications span a wide range of industries. A significant portion of global consumption, accounting for 39% in the U.S. in 2024, is dedicated...

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Surprising Sources of Antimony
September 11, 2025

Surprising Sources of Antimony

Antimony is a critical metalloid, a semi-metallic element prized for its unique properties. It imparts fire resistance to materials, hardens alloys, and exhibits valuable semi-conductive...

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Tight Supply at the Mine End Pushes Up Tungsten Prices
September 8, 2025

Tight Supply at the Mine End Pushes Up Tungsten Prices

Tungsten prices have been steadily rising for over a month, driven by significant supply-side constraints at the mine end. As of mid-July 2025, Ammonium Paratungstate...

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Precious Metals vs. Critical Minerals: Their Roles in a Sustainable Future
September 8, 2025

Precious Metals vs. Critical Minerals: Their Roles in a Sustainable Future

The global transition to a low-carbon economy hinges on a complex and often overlooked foundation: the raw materials that power clean technologies. While precious metals...

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Hafnium Price-Surge, Regional Trends and Strategic Implications
September 8, 2025

Hafnium Price-Surge, Regional Trends and Strategic Implications

The second quarter of 2025 marked a significant upturn in hafnium metal prices across key global markets. This robust appreciation was primarily driven by a...

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China Quietly Issues Rare Earth Quotas
September 4, 2025

China Quietly Issues Rare Earth Quotas

In a move set to reverberate across global high-tech and defense sectors, China has discreetly issued its first batch of rare earth mining and smelting...

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Where to Find Hafnium Scrap
September 4, 2025

Where to Find Hafnium Scrap

Hafnium’s natural scarcity is inherent to its production; it's typically extracted as a byproduct of zirconium, a process that yields only about one tonne of...

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Environmental Sustainability of Niobium Recycling
September 4, 2025

Environmental Sustainability of Niobium Recycling

Niobium, a lightweight and corrosion-resistant metal, stands as a critical element in modern industry. Its unique properties make it indispensable in high-strength low-alloy (HSLA) steels,...

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The Lifecycle of a Turbine Blade From Production to Recycling
September 1, 2025

The Lifecycle of a Turbine Blade From Production to Recycling

Turbine blades are remarkable feats of modern engineering and are essential components in jet engines used in aerospace, gas turbines for energy generation, and various...

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Signs of a High-Value Tungsten Carbide Drill Bit
September 1, 2025

Signs of a High-Value Tungsten Carbide Drill Bit

Recycling Tungsten carbide (WC) offers substantial economic advantages for industrial operations. For businesses, it transforms what would otherwise be waste into a valuable revenue stream,...

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Value in Recycling Zirconium Alloys
September 1, 2025

Value in Recycling Zirconium Alloys

Zirconium (Zr) and its alloys are critical materials in several high-tech industries, prized for a unique set of properties that make them indispensable where extreme...

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The Unique Challenges of Recycling Tantalum Capacitors
August 28, 2025

The Unique Challenges of Recycling Tantalum Capacitors

Tantalum capacitors are ubiquitous in modern electronics, serving as compact, high-capacitance components critical for stable power delivery and signal filtering. Their exceptional reliability and ability...

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How Your Machine Shop Can Monetize Tungsten Tooling Waste
August 28, 2025

How Your Machine Shop Can Monetize Tungsten Tooling Waste

Tungsten carbide is a composite material primarily composed of carbon combined with tungsten, forming an alloy of extraordinary properties. It is recognized as one of...

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Rhenium’s Indispensable Role in Aerospace Superalloys
August 28, 2025

Rhenium’s Indispensable Role in Aerospace Superalloys

Rhenium stands as one of the rarest elements on Earth, yet its unique properties make it an indispensable component in the most demanding applications, particularly...

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Recycling Indium for the Electronics and Solar Sectors
August 25, 2025

Recycling Indium for the Electronics and Solar Sectors

From niche metal to a cornerstone of modern technology, indium's unique properties have made it an indispensable component in the devices that define our age....

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What Counts as Tungsten Scrap
August 25, 2025

What Counts as Tungsten Scrap

Tungsten scrap refers to any discarded or leftover material containing tungsten (W) that can be recycled and reused. It is highly valued due to tungsten's...

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Why Are Aircraft Turbine Blades Made Of Nickel Alloys
August 25, 2025

Why Are Aircraft Turbine Blades Made Of Nickel Alloys

Nickel-based superalloys are particularly valued for their ability to maintain mechanical integrity at temperatures exceeding 1000°C. One of their standout features is their high-temperature strength...

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Titanium  Cobbles: The Low-Carbon Alternative to Titanium Sponge
August 19, 2025

Titanium Cobbles: The Low-Carbon Alternative to Titanium Sponge

Titanium cobbles are defined as consolidated blocks of titanium scrap or secondary titanium feedstock. They represent a reprocessed form of titanium derived from various industrial...

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Aircraft Decommissioning and Engine Value
August 19, 2025

Aircraft Decommissioning and Engine Value

When an airplane reaches the end of its operational life, typically due to age, economic inefficiency, or a decline in demand for a specific model,...

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Recycling Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor (MLCC) Scrap
August 19, 2025

Recycling Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor (MLCC) Scrap

Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors (MLCCs) are ubiquitous, indispensable components in the fabric of modern electronics. From the smartphones in our pockets and the computers on our...

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How Japan Was Better Prepared Than Most For China’s Rare-Earth Mineral Squeeze
August 14, 2025

How Japan Was Better Prepared Than Most For China’s Rare-Earth Mineral Squeeze

China has long held a commanding position in the global rare earth market. While its precise share of global rare earth reserves is debated, ranging...

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