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Raw platinum group metal chunks
October 8, 2026

Why 95% of Primary Iridium Depends on Two Countries

Iridium is one of the rarest and most strategically important metals in the modern economy. It is essential for high-temperature crystal-growth crucibles, chemical catalysts, aerospace...
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October 5, 2026

Why Generic Scrap Yards Classify Ru-Ir titanium anodes Coated Mesh as Contaminated Titanium

Titanium anodes coated with ruthenium-iridium are commonly employed in industrial electrochemical systems since such systems require excellent corrosion resistance, high electrical efficiency, and a long...
Stacks of used metal mesh in a warehouse
October 5, 2026

Evaluating the Residual Value of Terminally Scaled Ti Ru Screens Before Waste Classification

Stopping use of a titanium–ruthenium (Ti/Ru) screen does not mean its economic value has ended, even though its useful electrochemical service has concluded. Developed in...
Stacked rolls of used metal mesh in an outdoor yard
October 5, 2026

Why Grinding Coated Titanium Destroys Precious Metal Assets: Ru-Ir titanium anodes

Ruthenium-iridium-coated titanium anodes, commonly called dimensionally stable anodes or mixed-metal-oxide titanium anodes, are essential components in chlor-alkali plants, electroplating lines, wastewater-treatment systems, metal-recovery operations, and...
Spent rhodium catalyst mesh basket
October 1, 2026

Why an Operationally Dead Ti Ru Screen Retains Up to 50% of Its Precious Metal

An industrial titanium–ruthenium (Ti/Ru) anode can reach the end of its operating life while still containing half its original precious metal. This apparent contradiction reflects...
Pile of fine black metallic powder
October 1, 2026

Interfacial Titanium Oxide vs. Catalyst Exhaustion: How Electrical Failure Mask Residual PGM

Proton exchange membrane water electrolysis (PEMWE) offers a promising route to low-carbon hydrogen because it can achieve high current densities, uses compact equipment, and adapts...
Decommissioned iridium Crucibles: Why Bulging Creep, and Cracking Do Not Reduce Metal Value 
October 1, 2026

Decommissioned iridium Crucibles: Why Bulging Creep, and Cracking Do Not Reduce Metal Value 

Iridium crucibles are essential components in producing high-purity single crystals for advanced electronics, photonics, solid-state lasers, semiconductor equipment, RF technologies, and optical systems. Their combination...
Rhodium-plated earrings and necklace
October 1, 2026

Rhodium Surplus Ending Four-Year Squeeze

The global rhodium market is heading toward its first surplus in four years, according to TD Commodity Strategy, as supply recovers and automotive demand weakens....
Stacks of used metal mesh in a warehouse
September 28, 2026

The Closed-Loop Advantage Subsidizing New Ti-Ru Mesh with Spent Screen Credits

In electrochemical operations, a spent anode is not necessarily a spent asset. Titanium/ruthenium (Ti/Ru) mesh may lose its catalytic performance while retaining substantial value in...
Crumpled silvery metal crucible on a black surface
September 28, 2026

We Buy Ruthenium-Tantalum and Ruthenium-Tin Mixed Oxide Coatings

Spent industrial anodes can retain valuable metals long after they stop operating efficiently. At Phoenix Refining, we buy ruthenium-tantalum and ruthenium-tin mixed oxide coatings, including...
Ruthenium scrap mesh material
September 28, 2026

Acquiring Damaged, Severely Passivated, and Broken Titanium Anode Assemblies 

Damaged and decommissioned titanium anode assemblies are often treated as ordinary industrial scrap. Yet their inability to perform efficiently does not necessarily mean their valuable...
Aerospace connector with electrical contact pins
September 28, 2026

How Global Ruthenium Supply Shortages Drive Our Aggressive Scrap Buying

Ruthenium may not have the name recognition of gold or platinum. Still, this exceptionally rare metal plays an important role in data storage, advanced electronics,...