What are Demanufacturers?
In most states and in many countries, there are now specific rules regarding the disposal of electronics items. Many electronics and appliances contain hazardous materials that need to be disposed of in a safe manner. Yet another reason why disposal programs may specify certain procedures for getting rid of anything from TVs to cell phones or laptops is to give demanufacturers a chance. Even if a computer is obsolete or your cellphone doesn’t work anymore, it can contain parts that are still of value. These parts can be taken from the other less useable parts and recycled, which in some cases nets a profit over the cost of throwing out an item. You’ll note the many public charities that now collect cell phone batteries or used ink cartridges. This is because to demanufacturers, these items have value, and recycling some of their component parts can make a profit. Demanufacturers may specialize in removing recyclable parts of certain electronics, or they may work on a wide range of elec
In most states and in many countries, there are now specific rules regarding the disposal of electronics items. Many electronics and appliances contain hazardous materials that need to be disposed of in a safe manner. Yet another reason why disposal programs may specify certain procedures for getting rid of anything from TVs to cell phones or laptops is to give demanufacturers a chance. Even if a computer is obsolete or your cellphone doesn’t work anymore, it can contain parts that are still of value. These parts can be taken from the other less useable parts and recycled, which in some cases nets a profit over the cost of throwing out an item. You’ll note the many public charities that now collect cell phone batteries or used ink cartridges. This is because to demanufacturers, these items have value, and recycling some of their component parts can make a profit. Demanufacturers may specialize in removing recyclable parts of certain electronics, or they may work on a wide range of
