New Dates for Community Electronics Recycling Event!
406 Recycling’s community electronics recycling event at Good Samaritan will not be happening this Friday. The next collection event will occur Friday, September 27th, at Good Samaritan Thrift Store from 10 am to 6 pm. The company is moving their events to a semi-annual schedule to better serve the community while they search for a more permanent option. This also allows the company to focus on serving businesses and institutions. Drop-off options are available at the 406 Recycling warehouse, but only by appointment and with a $50 minimum.
There is a community electronics recycling event scheduled for America Recycles Day, November 15th, from 10 am to 6 pm. Other drop-off opportunities will be posted at 406Recycling.com, through the company’s email list, and their Facebook page. “Many people have been able to deplete their existing stockpile of old computers and related items, especially TVs and monitors,” Elsaesser noted.” The need for a secure drop-off option remains, he continued. Due to time constraints, home pickups will not be scheduled until October. You can stay updated on electronics recycling by joining their newsletter through the link on their website. This email list is private and is not shared with third parties.
“We’re hoping to formalize pricing and create convenient drop off options with a minimal charge sometime in the near future,” says Haley McKnight, communications coordinator for 406 Recycling. “Our priority right now is to serve businesses and institutions.” Companies with electronics to recycle or needing data destruction can schedule a pickup or dropoff at 406Recycling.com or by calling or texting 406.449.6008. Business collections can typically be scheduled within one to two business days.
Charges for electronics recycling go toward processing materials so they can be responsibly processed for recycling, shipped, and (in some cases) have dangerous substances like mercury, lead, and other hazardous materials removed. Many electronics, even older computers, have batteries that need to be removed and handled separately. Data security often requires the removal and destruction of hard drives and data storage devices. These events are not subsidized by tax dollars. Any individuals unhappy with these fees are asked to be polite to staff and recognize that these events are provided as an outlet for the community. Please note that due to data security reasons, no items will be sold at these events.
“These events provide a community outlet, and have been successful at diverting tons of waste for years now,” says Elsaesser.
Accepted Items
A $10 donation to Good Samaritan is greatly encouraged and appreciated. Please note: this list is not exhaustive, but includes commonly recycled items. If you have questions about an item, contact us at contact@406recycling.com or 406.449.6008.
No Charge:
- Computers (desktops & laptops), adapters, keyboards, mice, speakers, and docking stations
- Office phones and scanners
- Network server equipment, routers, switches, and backup power supplies
- Cell phones, tablets, iPods, and like items
- Gaming and entertainment systems and accessories including speakers up to 24” tall
- All cords (Christmas lights too!) and accessories
TVs and Monitors:
- Flat screen Computer monitors and televisions 15”-30″ or smaller – $10
- LCD monitors and televisions 31″ or larger – $15
- LCD monitors and televisions 50”-65″ or larger – $25
- LCD monitors and televisions 65 or larger 35
- Cathode-Ray Tube Monitors & Televisions – $2/diagonal inch
- Rear Projection TVs – 35″ or less – $40; 36″-49” – $50; over 50” – $75 (glycol, dismantling required, waste, treated wood, etc)
- Console TVs and TVs in wooden frames – $50 + CRT size fee
Items with Charge:
- Clean microwaves with glass tray removed – $10; $15 large
- Inkjet printers and fax machines – $2; Laser printers $5
- Power tool batteries – $1
- Smart watches, Fitbits, Apple Watches, etc. – $1
- Electric toothbrushes with the brush head removed – $1
- Vacuums with all filters and external plastic parts removed – $24
- Speakers over 24” tall – $2
- Remote controls – ¢25
- Cordless phones – ¢50
These charges cover costs to ensure data destruction and responsible recycling and disposal of all materials. More information at 406Recycling.com.
Items Not Accepted
- Large appliances
- Kitchen items (except microwaves)
- Biohazard items (known, possible, or labeled as such)
- Broken laptops and cell phones
- Very dirty or undesirable items (muddy, destroyed by animals, etc.)
- Household batteries (these can be recycled at Staples)