Electronic Waste (E-Waste) Disposal & Recycling Services
Professional Electronics Recycling for Businesses Nationwide
Electronic waste contains hazardous materials and valuable resources that require proper recycling. From computers and monitors to servers and networking equipment, businesses must comply with data security and environmental regulations. Hazardous Waste Disposal has been helping businesses safely recycle electronics since 1992.
Call (800) 582-4833 for e-waste disposal services or email info@hazardouswastedisposal.com
Types of Electronic Waste We Handle
Computers & Laptops
Desktop and portable computing equipment.
What we handle:
Desktop computers
Laptop computers
All-in-one PCs
Tablets
Workstations
Thin clients
Contains: Lead, mercury, cadmium, valuable metals Data security: Hard drive destruction available
Monitors & Displays
Video display equipment with hazardous components.
What we handle:
CRT monitors (tube monitors)
LCD monitors
LED monitors
Flat panel displays
Touch screen displays
Medical monitors
Contains: Lead (CRT), mercury (LCD backlights), rare earth elements
Servers & Networking Equipment
Data center and IT infrastructure.
What we handle:
Rack-mounted servers
Tower servers
Blade servers
Network switches
Routers
Firewalls
Modems
Access points
Contains: Valuable precious metals, data requiring secure destruction
Printers & Office Equipment
Common office electronics.
What we handle:
Laser printers
Inkjet printers
Multifunction printers
Copiers
Fax machines
Scanners
Shredders
Contains: Toner (potential contaminant), circuit boards, metals
Telecommunications Equipment
Phone and communication devices.
What we handle:
Office phone systems
PBX equipment
Cell phones
Smartphones
Two-way radios
Pagers
Data security: Memory wiping available for phones
Audio/Visual Equipment
Entertainment and presentation electronics.
What we handle:
Televisions (CRT and flat panel)
Projectors
DVD/Blu-ray players
Audio receivers
Speakers (with electronic components)
Video cameras
Peripherals & Accessories
Computer accessories and components.
What we handle:
Keyboards and mice
External hard drives
USB devices
Cables and cords
Power supplies
Circuit boards
RAM and CPUs
Medical & Laboratory Equipment
Specialized healthcare electronics.
What we handle:
Diagnostic equipment
Laboratory analyzers
Medical monitors
Imaging equipment
Electronic medical devices
Note: May require HIPAA-compliant data destruction
Why Electronic Waste Requires Special Recycling
Hazardous Materials
Electronics contain toxic substances:
Lead: In CRT monitors, circuit boards, solder
Mercury: In LCD backlights, switches
Cadmium: In batteries, circuit boards
Beryllium: In circuit boards
Flame retardants: In plastics (toxic when burned)
Health impact: Improper disposal releases toxins into environment.
Valuable Resources
Electronics contain recoverable materials:
Precious metals: Gold, silver, platinum, palladium
Copper: In wiring and circuit boards
Aluminum: In casings and heat sinks
Rare earth elements: In displays and batteries
Steel and other metals
Economic value: One ton of circuit boards contains more gold than one ton of gold ore.
Data Security Concerns
Electronic devices store sensitive information:
Personal data: Customer information, employee records
Financial data: Banking, credit card information
Proprietary information: Trade secrets, intellectual property
HIPAA data: Patient health information
Legal liability: Data breaches result in massive fines
Risk: Simply deleting files doesn't remove data permanently.
Environmental Protection
Proper recycling prevents pollution:
Landfill contamination: Toxins leach into groundwater
Air pollution: Burning releases toxic fumes
Resource conservation: Reduces need for mining
Energy savings: Recycling uses less energy than virgin production
Legal Requirements
Many jurisdictions mandate e-waste recycling:
State landfill bans: 25+ states ban electronics from landfills
Extended producer responsibility: Manufacturers fund recycling in some states
Export restrictions: Basel Convention limits e-waste exports
Data protection laws: HIPAA, GDPR, state privacy laws
Electronic Waste Regulations
Federal Regulations
EPA Position:
E-waste not federally classified as hazardous (in most cases)
CRT monitors and devices may be universal waste
Export restrictions under Basel Convention
Responsible Recycling (R2) standards recommended
Data Security:
HIPAA for healthcare data
GLBA for financial data
Various state data protection laws
State E-Waste Laws
Many states have specific e-waste regulations:
California: Universal waste, strict recycling requirements
New York: Landfill ban, manufacturer take-back programs
Washington, Oregon: Producer responsibility programs
Connecticut, Maine, Vermont: Various bans and requirements
25+ states: Some form of e-waste legislation
Certification Standards
R2 (Responsible Recycling):
Industry standard for electronics recycling
Covers environmental protection, worker safety, data security
Third-party certified facilities
e-Stewards:
Highest environmental and ethical standards
Prohibits export to developing countries
Strict data security requirements
Always use certified recyclers
Our E-Waste Recycling Services
Secure Data Destruction
Comprehensive data security services:
Hard drive shredding: Physical destruction of drives
Degaussing: Magnetic field destroys data
Data wiping: DOD-compliant software erasure
Certificates of destruction: Documentation provided
HIPAA and GLBA compliant
IT Asset Disposition (ITAD)
Complete IT equipment lifecycle management:
Asset inventory and documentation
Data sanitization
Equipment testing and grading
Remarketing of working equipment
Recycling of non-functional items
Chain of custody tracking
Maximizes value recovery from IT assets
On-Site Services
For large volumes or sensitive equipment:
On-site hard drive destruction
Equipment decommissioning
Server rack removal
Data center closures
Secure loading and transport
Regular Scheduled Collection
For ongoing e-waste generation:
Monthly, quarterly, or annual pickup
Gaylord boxes or bins provided
Predictable costs
Sustainability reporting
Perfect for:
Corporate offices
Government agencies
Healthcare facilities
Educational institutions
One-Time Disposal
For occasional needs:
Office relocations
Technology refreshes
Building closures
Inventory liquidation
Mail-Back Programs
For small quantities:
Pre-paid shipping boxes
Data destruction included
Certificates provided
Good for remote locations
E-Waste Recycling Process
Collection & Transportation
From your facility:
Equipment inventoried and documented
Packed securely for transport
Chain of custody maintained
Transported to R2 or e-Stewards certified facility
Data Destruction
Before recycling:
Hard drives removed from devices
Data destruction method applied (shred, wipe, or degauss)
Certificate of destruction issued
Drives tracked through process
Equipment Processing
Step 1: Sorting and Testing
Equipment sorted by type
Working items tested
Functional equipment prepared for resale
Non-functional items sent to recycling
Step 2: Manual Disassembly
Hazardous components removed (batteries, mercury lamps)
Plastics separated from metals
Circuit boards removed
Valuable components extracted
Step 3: Mechanical Processing
Shredding of components
Magnetic separation of ferrous metals
Eddy current separation of non-ferrous metals
Plastics sorted by type
Step 4: Material Recovery
Precious metals: Gold, silver recovered from circuit boards
Base metals: Copper, aluminum, steel separated
Plastics: Sorted and sent to plastic recyclers
Glass: From monitors sent to glass processing
Hazardous materials: Properly disposed
Recovery rate: 85-95% of materials recycled
E-Waste Disposal Costs
By Weight
Typical pricing: $0.10-$1.00 per pound
Lower for bulk quantities
Higher for CRT monitors (contain lead)
Varies by equipment type
By Item
Common item pricing:
Desktop computers: $5-$20 each
Laptops: $5-$15 each
LCD monitors: $5-$15 each
CRT monitors: $15-$40 each (higher due to lead)
Printers: $10-$30 each
Servers: $20-$50 each
Televisions: $15-$50 each
Data Destruction
Additional services:
Hard drive shredding: $5-$15 per drive
DOD data wiping: $10-$25 per drive
Degaussing: $8-$20 per drive
Certificates of destruction: Usually included
Service Options
Scheduled pickup:
Monthly: $100-$500 per pickup
Quarterly: $200-$800 per pickup
Annual: $500-$2,000 per pickup
Includes: Transportation, processing, certificates
One-time pickup: May include trip charge $150-$400
Asset Recovery Programs
For working equipment:
May receive payment for functional items
Offsets recycling costs
Remarketing services available
Revenue sharing options
Call (800) 582-4833 for accurate pricing and asset recovery options
How to Reduce E-Waste Costs
1. Extend Equipment Life
Use equipment longer:
Regular maintenance
Upgrades vs. replacement
Refurbishment programs
Reduces frequency of disposal
Savings: 30-50% reduction in e-waste generation
2. Remarket Working Equipment
Sell or donate functional items:
Internal reuse programs
Employee purchase programs
Donation to nonprofits (tax deduction)
Resale through ITAD providers
Revenue: May offset disposal costs entirely
3. Consolidate Disposal Events
Bulk disposal:
Technology refresh cycles
Schedule facility-wide collections
Volume discounts apply
Better per-item rates
Savings: 20-40% vs. piecemeal disposal
4. Implement Take-Back Programs
Use manufacturer programs:
Dell, HP, Lenovo offer take-back
Often free for business customers
Environmentally responsible
May provide incentives
5. Separate Equipment Types
Segregate for better rates:
Keep CRTs separate (higher cost)
Separate valuable items (servers, laptops)
Remove obvious non-electronic items
Clean equipment before pickup
Savings: 10-25% through proper sorting
Industries That Generate E-Waste
Corporate Offices
E-waste generated:
Desktop and laptop computers
Monitors and displays
Printers and copiers
Phones and peripherals
Volume: 50-500+ items per year
Healthcare Facilities
E-waste generated:
Medical equipment with electronics
Computers and workstations
Medical monitors and displays
Electronic medical records systems
Volume: 100-1,000 items per year Special need: HIPAA-compliant data destruction
Educational Institutions
E-waste generated:
Computer labs
Classroom technology
Administrative equipment
Student devices
Volume: 500-5,000+ items per year
Financial Services
E-waste generated:
Workstations and servers
ATMs and banking equipment
Security systems
Networking equipment
Volume: 200-2,000 items per year Special need: Secure data destruction
Data Centers
E-waste generated:
Decommissioned servers
Storage arrays
Networking equipment
Power and cooling equipment
Volume: 1,000-10,000+ items per refresh cycle
Government Agencies
E-waste generated:
Office equipment
Law enforcement technology
Public facility equipment
Fleet computers
Volume: 500-5,000+ items per year Special need: Chain of custody, secure destruction
Data Security Best Practices
Before Equipment Leaves Your Facility
1. Back Up Important Data
Verify all needed data is saved
Test backup restoration
Document what was backed up
2. Remove Personal Items
Check for CDs/DVDs in drives
Remove USB devices
Check for stuck floppy disks
Remove external drives
3. Document Serial Numbers
Record all asset tags
Note serial numbers
Photograph equipment
Create disposal inventory
4. Choose Destruction Method
Physical destruction (most secure)
DOD-compliant wiping (adequate for most)
Degaussing (for magnetic media)
Data Destruction Methods Compared
Physical Shredding (Most Secure):
Destroys drives completely
No possibility of data recovery
Meets all compliance standards
Higher cost
DOD 5220.22-M Wiping (Very Secure):
Software overwrites data multiple times
Allows drive reuse
Meets most compliance standards
Lower cost
Degaussing (Secure for Magnetic Media):
Magnetic field destroys data
Fast process
Renders drive unusable
Medium cost
Recommendation: Physical destruction for highly sensitive data, DOD wiping for standard business data.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can old computers go in the trash? A: In most states, no. 25+ states ban electronics from landfills. Always recycle electronics properly.
Q: How is data destroyed on hard drives? A: Three methods: physical shredding, DOD-compliant data wiping, or degaussing. We provide certificates of destruction.
Q: What happens to recycled electronics? A: Working items are refurbished and resold. Non-working items are disassembled, materials separated, and metals/plastics recycled.
Q: Do you pay for electronic waste? A: Sometimes. Working servers, laptops, and enterprise equipment may have resale value that offsets or exceeds recycling costs.
Q: Are there free e-waste recycling options? A: Some manufacturers offer free take-back programs. Many local government recycling events are free for residents (not businesses).
Q: How should e-waste be stored? A: In secure area, protected from weather, away from moisture, organized by type.
Q: What about equipment with batteries? A: Batteries should be removed when possible and recycled separately. We handle equipment with installed batteries.
Q: Can we watch equipment being destroyed? A: Yes, we offer witnessed destruction services for highly sensitive equipment.
Q: How long does the recycling process take? A: From pickup to certificate of destruction: typically 1-3 weeks depending on service level.
Get Started with E-Waste Recycling Service
Call (800) 582-4833 or email info@hazardouswastedisposal.com
What to have ready:
Types of equipment to recycle
Approximate quantity
Data destruction requirements
Pickup location and access
Desired service timing
We'll provide:
Free quote including data destruction
Equipment inventory assistance
Pickup scheduling
Secure chain of custody
Certificates of destruction
Recycling certificates
Sustainability reporting data
Ask about asset recovery programs that may pay you for working equipment!
Serving businesses nationwide since 1992
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