The historically high prices for copper could elevate even higher in coming years because of strong demand for manufacturing, according to analysts. During an April 29 session at the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries’ 2021 virtual convention, market experts talked … Continue Reading→ The post Experts discuss the record rise [...]
Nationwide processor Apto Solutions has replaced its California site with a new plant in the region, a move the company says will boost efficiency and provide a central location within Silicon Valley. Atlanta-headquartered Apto in April started up the new … Continue Reading→ The post ITAD firm opens new West [...]
Here’s a look at which processing facilities have recently attained or renewed their data destruction and recycling industry certifications. Continue Reading→ The post Certification Scorecard: May 20, 2021 appeared first on E-Scrap News.
This article originally appeared in the Winter 2021 issue of E-Scrap News. Subscribe today for access to all print content. As the electronics recycling and reuse landscape evolves, processing companies of all sizes are seeing a greater need for computing tools … Continue Reading→ The post In-house development appeared first on [...]
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries are one of the most common types of rechargeable batteries. While the first came out in the 1980s, they were not available commercially until the 1990s. They’re found in many common household and business electronics. It’s certain that your company uses electronics with Li-ion batteries every day. [...]
As renewable energy trends push more solar modules into the market, processors are developing strategies and SERI is considering adding the material to R2 guidance. Continue Reading→ The post Solar panels are ‘the new CRT’ but sector is preparing appeared first on E-Scrap News.
National legislators have reintroduced a bill that would restrict the export of certain end-of-life devices. A coalition of electronics recycling stakeholders voiced support for the proposal. The Secure E-Waste Export and Recycling Act (SEERA), which enacts controls on exporting used … Continue Reading→ The post E-scrap export ban comes before [...]
When OEMs restrict the independent repair of electronics, they’re disproportionately hurting communities of color and lower-income people, federal regulators said. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a report on repair restrictions to Congress on May 6. The document, which is … Continue Reading→ The post FTC signals support for right-to-repair [...]
Research firm Compliance Standards this week began publishing company ratings based on customer reviews of the biggest ITAD players in the marketplace. The organization will release multiple reviews per week through the end of August. The ITAD Vendor Reputation Rating … Continue Reading→ The post Rating system gauges ITAD vendor [...]
Here’s a look at which processing facilities have recently attained or renewed their data destruction and recycling industry certifications. Continue Reading→ The post Certification Scorecard: May 13, 2021 appeared first on E-Scrap News.
