Do you need to recycle your computer? We can help!
Welcome to Summit PC Recycling
Post date: 09/06/2011 - 02:46
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Please don't let this happen to our landfills! If you have a computer or computer equipment that you believe is beyond repair or is too old to be useful we recommend calling us or filling out this form and we will come pick it up so the computer can be properly dismantled to obtain all usable parts for refurbished machines as well as the other materials and then properly disposed of the parts that can not be re-used. If you have a good computer that is just out dated or that you may replaced with a newer model you may want to consider donating the computer instead of dismantling or recycling it.
Post date: 09/06/2011 - 02:39
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1) If a computers are placed in landfills, both computers and electronic products pose an environmental and health hazard. Some of the internal components utilize substances that, if not properly contained, are toxic or carcinogenic to humans, animals, and plant life. In a landfill, these substances are at a great risk of leaking into the soil which can lead to groundwater contamination and destroy our beautiful habitats.
2) If computers or other electronics are incinerated, these toxins and carcinogens are released into the atmosphere. They are immediately inhaled by anyone nearby and can linger in the air of the vicinity for a period of time where they continue to pose a health hazard.
3) Cathode Ray Tube monitors or CRTs often used leaded glass for the main tube component, and internal computer components use significant lead soldering. Lead is well-known for its environmental hazard as it leaches into groundwater and pollutes the air if exposed to fire or flame.
Post date: 09/06/2011 - 02:38
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Just box up all of your old computer equipment, fill out our recycling request form and then we will come and pick up all of your old computer equipment quickly and safely!
California, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Oregon, Texas, and Washington now have laws regulating where and how you can dispose of unwanted electronics. But in most others, it’s still legal to throw your computers in the trash. According to a recent 60 Minutes report, an estimated 130,000 computers end up in the garbage annually.
What does this mean for your data? Can you be sure that your private data is not going to end up in someone else's hands? Identity theft is happening at an alarming rate and we have propritary methods in complete data removal from any hard drive.
Post date: 09/06/2011 - 02:40
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As you've already may know, most garbage goes into landfills, which is the modern version of a garbage dump. However, the world is running out of landfill space quickly. Also, the space that is used for landfills could be used for other purposes such as homes, farms, parks, businesses, schools, etc. This space could also be kept as wilderness for the pleasure of both people and animals. The answer is simple: if we recycle, we will cut down on the space needed for landfills.
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Recycling Save The Environment
Recycling reduces our demand on energy, as well as lessening pollution. United States mineral processing sends an estimated two million tons worth of pollution into our water and air every year.
Hazardous Materials
Computer equipment can contain dangerous products such as lead, beryllium, mercury, cadmium and lithium. These substances finding their way into our landfills can poison our soil, seep into our water sources, and harm our environment.
Landfill Lifespan
Think of where we would be without our landfills. Properly recycling electronics extends the lifespan of our landfills, and reduces their toxicity. The Environmental Protection Agency states that nearly 15 million computers are replaced each year, and approximately three-quarters of those are ending up dumped into landfills. We have to do our part to stop this especially in our environmentally conscious communities like Summit County!
Privacy
This is common sense. Wiping out your hard drives and allowing an e-waste recycler like us to dispose of your system ensures that your privacy and personal information are not compromised.