Electronic devices and household appliances contain hazardous materials that must be disposed of safely. Recycling some of their component parts can generate a profit. Demanufacturers play an important role in creating a “greener” world.
In most states and many countries, there are now specific rules regarding the disposal of electronic items. Many electronic devices and household appliances contain hazardous materials that must be disposed of safely. Another reason disposal programs may specify certain procedures for getting rid of everything from televisions to cell phones or laptops is to give manufacturers a chance.
Even if a computer is outdated or your cell phone no longer works, it may contain parts that are still of value. These parts can be taken from the other less usable parts and recycled, which in some cases generates a profit on the cost of discarding an item. You’ll notice the many public charities that now collect used cell phone batteries or ink cartridges. This is because for demanufacturers, these items have value and recycling some of their component parts can generate a profit.
Fabricators may specialize in removing recyclable parts from certain electronic devices, or they may work on a wide variety of electronic devices, taking them apart and removing the “good stuff” that can help build a viable business. Companies can work as part of a county, city or state disposal agency, or they can privately contract with waste management companies to perform this activity. You may find private companies listed under e-waste in telephone directories or online.
Some e-waste items pose more problems for deproducers than others. For example, taking apart a TV is more work than pulling some parts out of a cell phone. Not all items are so profitable for demanufacturers. In general, personal computers, home phones, and the like aren’t going to bring much net profit, even if there is any. This is why you can expect to pay a fee if you take this equipment to a “recycling” center.
On the other hand, companies with large mainframe computer systems can make a profit when they take equipment with many valuable parts to a demanufacturer. Most deproducers will pay, rather than charge companies that recycle large systems. This offers companies a way to make some money by recycling and disassembling production and ensures that items are disposed of safely.
As the world looks to more “green” methods of disposal, it may be worth considering that things you consider “worthless” because they no longer work well, may not be worthless. Any part that can be recycled reduces the total number of new parts that have to be made from materials we would like to use less. Companies that use recycled parts may in turn be able to pass the savings on to consumers. Overall, demanufacturers play an important role in creating a “greener” world.
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