PROCESS
Desktop computers (not including monitors) typically contain, by weight the following materials.
A monitor is comprised of the display device, circuitry to generate a picture from electronic signals sent by the computer, and an enclosure or case.
After you submit your recycling request we will contact you to collect or verify the inventory of items you have submitted; for those who are recycling monitors or batteries we will advise or ensure you are aware of the toxic materials charge. Scheduling the free pickup will take place over the next 12-72 hours.
So what happens to your computer after we take it for recycling? There has been a lot of press about how electronics are shipped overseas, where labor is cheap and environmental regulations are weak, we have made every effort after collecting the electronics and to ensure that they are stored, dismantled and recycled properly.
FreeRecycling.ca is diligently working and finding more partners or companies to help us turn your high-tech "junk" into marketable commodities, extending the life of electronics and keeping them from becoming problems in the landfill. Our facility handles some of the electronic waste generated in the Toronto, GTA and Surrounding area. We currently process several thousand pounds of e-waste a week, and are gradually increasing our potential month over month.
Nearing 100% diversion almost all materials from the electronics is reused, circuit boards containing metals are shredded, separating resin material from precious metals, the resin material and circuit board are eventually ground up and used in making reinforced concrete. Plastics from casing and buttons are grouped by color and sold to plastics recycler's for use in making containers or storage bins and plastic pallets.