Discover the benefits of recycling printed circuit boards
Without printed circuit boards (PCBs), we wouldn’t be able to enjoy all the benefits of modern electronics. They’re in everything from computers and appliances to electronic measurement tools. But what happens to them after they stop working?
Printed circuit boards = hazardous waste
Most PCBs end up being incinerated or dumped in landfill. This is far from ideal. Environmental scientists worry about the ecological effects of these practices and have valid concerns about the future consequences for human health. PCBs are made from metal and plastic – mostly copper and resin – and burning them releases toxic compounds into the air. If they’re buried instead of burned, the metals in PCBs may eventually contaminate groundwater and leech into water supplies.
Thankfully, printed circuit boards can be recycled at TVH
Recycling PCBs is fiddly, but we’ve got the expertise and equipment needed to do it. It requires a special machine that separates the metal and plastic, enabling the materials to be reused. The environmental benefits are well worth the effort. Not to mention, we’re also able to profit from the reclaimed materials.
But managing waste is only one part of the sustainability equation. An equally important factor is to keep PCBs in use and out of the rubbish bin for as long as possible. That’s why we offer a professional PCB repair service and a wide range of remanufactured PCBs that are as good as new.
Have your printed circuit boards repaired by our experts
We use a range of specialised tools to restore PCBs to optimal working condition. Then the testing begins. Every single PCB we remanufacture is thoroughly tested in a machine, on a simulator, or using an automated tester before it leaves the repair room. We check to ensure functionality and print a test report. Once the PCB is confirmed as fully functional, we cover it with a protective coating the keep moisture and dirt at bay, so it stays fully functional for as long as possible.
Need a PCB repaired?
Send it to us. Fill out our repair form, making sure to give a clear description of the fault, and we’ll send you a quote. After that, you decide if you want to go ahead with the repairs.
We want your old printed circuit boards!
We’re also interested in buying broken PCBs that you don’t want back. We’ll remanufacture them for sale, so they need to be in repairable condition with no burns or acid corrosion. To find out if your parts make the cut, complete our ‘Core purchase’ form and send it to [email protected].