I am not familiar with the Chicago area, but have done business with Simms and Acme there. I have found for non-ferrous metals I get better deals from owner operated yards around the mid-west. Your volume is to small for the larger yards, but an owner/operator might be sitting on a contract they need to fill. I know we have members from the Chicago area, if they have time to chime in.



1956 has a couple of threads that speak to yards and their operation. Since you are new to this, you might want check out his threads, since he use to be an owner/operator. Good luck.