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Battery recycling information sheet
In 2001 we bought 680 million batteries in the UK, most of these (89%) were general purpose batteries.
Types of battery
There are a number of different types of household batteries used by householders for a variety of purposes. The three main types are:
Wet-cell: Lead acid batteries used to power vehicles and by industry.
Dry-cell non-rechargeable: These are the most common types of household battery Read the rest of this entry »
Electronic Waste Recycling Act
The Electronic Waste Recycling Act of 2003 (EWRA) is a California law to reduce the use of certain hazardous substances in certain electronic equipment sold in the state of California. The act was signed into law September 2003. All CRT, LCD, and plasma display devices contained in televisions, computers, and other electronic equipment with a screen size over 4 inches (10 cm) measured diagonally are covered by the act. After January 1, 2007 these devices may not contain greater than the allowed concentrations of any of these four materials (by weight), which must be followed by manufacturers if they wish to sell their electronic products in California:
Cadmium: 0.01%
Hexavalent chromium: 0.1%
Lead: 0.1%
Mercury: 0.1%
The act also defines the collection of the Electronic Waste Recycling Fee (effective January 1, 2005) upon purchase of covered devices and the distribution of payments to entities involved in electronic waste management Read the rest of this entry »
How Can I Computer Recycle?
The easiest way in recycling old computers and inactive computers is to contact us at our computer recycling center. You will be transferred to a friendly support representative where he or she will take down your information to schedule a pickup of your equipment. It’s as easy as a phone call to get your PC or any other piece of electronic equipment that is taking up space in your location to our location.
There are also events that will be scheduled in the future. These “Drop-off and Pick-up” events are usually hosted at schools, parks, or private companies. Just load up your car with your computer equipment and head to the event. Recycling computer events usually provide free drinks and snacks, providing for those who want to hang around and make some friends. We encourage people to talk to our ecycling specialist to gain a better understanding in what exactly will be done to your donated computer equipment. All steps taken in computer disposals are 100% legal and environmentally friendly Read the rest of this entry »
How to recycle swimming caps?
Swimming caps depend on what the caps are made from but the answer to actual recycling is probably no. According to Wikipedia, they can be made from latex, silicone or lycra: silicone is recyclable, but not collected widely for recycling while latex and lycra (spandex) aren’t recyclable on a large scale yet.
If they’re still in good, usable condition, the best thing to do would be able pass them on to someone else who can use them for their original purpose – through a charity / thrift shop maybe, or through your local pool Read the rest of this entry »
