eRecycling
made easy.
Nowadays, business and technology go hand in hand. But what happens to those old or unwanted electronics? The answer, more often than not, is: nothing. We stack it all up somewhere. For businesses, getting rid of old tech raises other concerns, too. Things like data security, regulatory compliance, environmental responsibility and cost effectiveness.
We have
the solution.
We are
the solution.
TradeWinds is now a member
of the CyclePoint network.
Introducing CyclePoint at TradeWinds
B
ased on the success of our current secure computer destruction and recycling service, TradeWinds now has the capability to handle more e-waste, ensuring compliance with government regulations, industry standards andcorporate policies while creating more jobs for people with disabilities.
As a new partner with CyclePoint™ from SourceAmerica®, the nation’s fastest growing electronics recycling network, TradeWinds now recycles obsolete and discarded electronic items prohibited from Indiana landfills.
We now recycle:
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Televisions•
Computer monitors
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Computers (including desktops, laptops, and tablets)•
Cell phones/smart phones•
E-readers•
Fax machines•
Peripherals (including keyboards, mice, external hard drives, printers, all-in-one printer/scanner/copiers, projectors, and any other devices that are sold exclusively for external use with a computer and provide input into or output from a computer)•
DVD players (including gaming systems that are able to play DVDs)•
Digital photo frames•
Digital media players•
iPods/MP3 players•
Camcorders/cameras•
DVR/TiVo devices (including cable boxes and satellite boxes, but notsatellite dishes)
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Portable GPS navigation systems•
BatteriesWhy Recycle
Electronics?
I
n our quest to stay current and operate more efficiently, we are constantly upgrading technology. The result is mountains of obsolete and discarded electronic items. It is estimated that the US alone generates more than 8.5 billion pounds of e-waste annually – and just 21% of it is currently being recycled.These growing stockpiles of used and outdated electronics represent a sizeable threat to the environment and human health.
Electronics contain heavy metals, including lead, mercury, cadmium and hexavalent chromium that can be harmful if released into the environment. Recycling electronics ensures these materials are safely managed and that valuable materials such as steel, glass and plastic, as well as precious metals such as copper, gold, tin, silicon and aluminum are reclaimed for the manufacturing of new products.
Reusing and recycling raw materials from e-waste conserves natural resources and avoids pollution.
IT ASSET DISPOSITION Our focus is on maximizing value for electronics with residual service life. Trained employees thoroughly test every device to ensure that it meets strict
standards for reuse. When equipment is determined to have reuse value, CyclePoint will sanitize all data storage devices and/or refurbish the equipment.
ENVIRONMENTAL ELECTRONICS DISPOSAL – In Indiana, it is against the law to throw most electronic items in garbage where they will end up in a landfill. CyclePoint at TradeWinds offers businesses in Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland a fast, easy solution for compliance.
ON-SITE HARD DRIVE SHREDDING – Available by request, to help ensure compliant, secure destruction of your hard drives prior to transportation.
We Provide...
QUALITY Your property, data and privacy are handled and managed securely and professionally.
CONVENIENCE Simple electronic recycling that easily keeps up with your changing needs.
COMMITMENT Enjoy the satisfaction of knowing that the CyclePoint network enables TradeWinds and other
nonprofits to employ people with significant disabilities.
Safe, Secure & Responsible
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our partner in electronics recycling, CyclePoint at TradeWinds processes and separates unwanted electronics into raw materials that can be reused. At the same time, we are creating sustainable jobs that enable people with significant disabilities to become stewards of the environment.We Offer...
CONVENIENT DROP OFF As a business owner, you can bring your obsolete and unused electronics directly to CyclePoint at TradeWinds and save on pick-up and transportation charges. If it comes with batteries or a plug, it’s likely on the list of materials we’ll accept.
COLLECTION SERVICE We can work with you to schedule a time to load and transport your old computers and other electronics to TradeWinds using our vehicle. This guarantees an unbroken chain of custody for equipment that could contain sensitive data.
SECURE DATA DESTRUCTION One of the most critical operations CyclePoint at TradeWinds performs is secure destruction of unwanted data. Whether the
information is your own, your clients or your customers, we ensure your peace of mind by properly disposing of material that could contain sensitive information. We follow the strictest and most secure processes for transpor- tation, destruction and certification.
Price List
No charge if you drop off your material at TradeWinds.
If you would like us to pick up your material there is a transportation charge.
There is no charge for the secure destruction of your hard drive(s), if you would like a Certificate of Destruction there is a nominal fee.
Certificate of Destruction
$5 per hard drive
$20 for 5 – 20
$50 for more than 20
(all hard drives are securely destroyed regardless of certificate) Pick-Up Fee
Within 75 miles
Pre-sorted and skidded items / $0.18 per pound Non-sorted / $0.28 per pound
More than 75 miles / $0.28 per pound
Find out how CyclePoint
at TradeWinds can help your business.
Call 219-945-0100 or visit tradewindsnwi.org
ABOUT SOURCEAMERICA Established in 1974, SourceAmerica is a national nonprofit and the leading source of job opportunities for a dedicated and highly qualified workforce --- people with significant disabilities. For more information, visit www.SourceAmerica.
org or www.CyclePointUSA.org
ABOUT TRADEWINDS SERVICES, INC.
Over the years, TradeWinds has helped more than 15,000 people with special needs achieve greater independence, dignity and personal freedom. We currently serve nearly 900 individuals and their families in Northwest Indiana. Because “special needs” cover a wide range of challenges and care requirements, TradeWinds delivers a wide range of flexible individualized services with an unwavering commitment to excellence from an outstanding team of professionals, staff, volunteers and supporters. For more information about TradeWinds visit: www.tradewindsnwi.org
eRecycling Made Easy Call 844-CYCLEPOINT (844-292-5376) or visit CyclePointUS.org
Just show up and we’ll recycle your old tech — safely, securely and responsibly.
3198 East 83rd Place Merrillville, Indiana (219) 945-0100 tradewindsnwi.org Serving people with special needs by empowering them to realize their full potential.
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