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Ontario, CA Recycling Center: Secure, Local, and Eco-Friendly Services

April 28, 2025

Looking for a better way to recycle in Ontario, CA? We’ve built our recycling center with your needs in mind. From electronics and scrap metal to batteries and household appliances, we handle it all with a focus on security, environmental care, and convenience. Our Ontario facility serves both residents and businesses throughout the Inland Empire…

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Secure Your Data: Expert Hard Drive Destruction Service

April 28, 2025

Sensitive data doesn’t truly disappear when you delete files. Even after wiping or reformatting, valuable information remains vulnerable on old hard drives. Without secure disposal, businesses and individuals risk exposing confidential data to identity theft, corporate espionage, or legal consequences. Professional destruction eliminates these risks, protecting you from data breaches and potential complications. Our company…

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Are You Holding Onto Your Bulky TVs? Here Are 4 Ways to Get Rid of Your CRT TVs!

September 8, 2021

2 Minute Read:  What Are CRT TVs? Do you have an ancient television in your house that is just collecting dust?  CRT (cathode ray tube) televisions have been around for a long time, and many of us still have one around the house. Because of their large forms and (sometimes) hefty weight, these TVs are…

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How Does E-Waste Affect the Environment?

August 25, 2021

2 Minute Read:  Electronic waste or e-waste is the electronic devices in our homes and offices that are unwanted, not working, or deemed useless. What Is E-Waste? Modern equipment like computers, monitors, TVs, stereos, copiers, printers, smartphones, and older technology ranging from fax machines, CD players, stereos, and other electronic devices fall into this category.…

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The Difference Between Upcycling and Recycling 

March 31, 2020

3 Minute Read: Right now, many of us are trying to do our part for the betterment of the world around us. While it can be difficult to know exactly what that means, some feasible practices that we can incorporate into our daily lives are as simple as recycling and upcycling our old and unused…

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What Can You Recycle? What Can You Not?

March 25, 2020

3 Minute Read: Recycling is not a new concept; in fact, it has become a huge part of how many people try to make a positive impact on the environment. However, since there are quite a few products on the market, it can be difficult to tell what is recyclable and what is not.  Understanding…

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Recycling 101: 6 Recycling Myths Debunked

February 29, 2020

  4 Minute Read: Many men and women are interested in doing their part to help the environment. For most, this means recycling. While recycling seems like an easy enough concept, there are several “myths” about recycling that can cloud people’s knowledge.    Myth 1: Bioplastics are an Eco-Friendly Alternative to Traditional Plastics Commonly used…

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What Should You Do With Your Old and Broken Electronics?

February 28, 2020

3 Min Read Electronics have genuinely become an essential part of everyday life. They offer us information, connection, and convenience at our fingertips. The technology industry has been booming consistently with business and new ideas. Every year, a slew of new-and-improved models are put onto the market, and upon acquiring your new and shiny device,…

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Social Responsibility

January 17, 2020

3 Min Read The world is a big place—or maybe not so much. It can seem like our actions mean very little in such a big place, but really, every decision we make matters. Social responsibility suggests that we must consider the larger picture when interacting with our environments and those in that environment. What…

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What Is the Difference Between Onsite and Outsourced Product Destruction?

January 2, 2020

3 Min Read   In a perfect world, a manufacturer would never have to consider destroying their unsold products. Unfortunately, there are times when you are left with no choice. Product destruction is important for any company that deals with large amounts of inventory, especially those that deal with products that contain or produce hazardous…

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How to Get Rid of Your Old Mattress

May 9, 2019

If you have an old bed in storage or you want to replace it with a newer one, you might be wondering what to do with it. Americans discard millions of mattresses every year, taking up as much as 800 million cubic feet of valuable landfill space. A mattress is made of approximately 90 percent…

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Handling and Preventing Data Breaches

April 30, 2019

A data breach can happen in various ways. For example, the use of technology benefits the productivity and efficiency of an establishment, but it also makes it easier for cyber thieves to find sensitive information from a remote location. The majority of data breaches, however, are a result of physical theft of data storage electronics…

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Why Hard Drive Destruction Is Necessary

April 29, 2019

Anytime something is saved on a computer, mobile phone, or other electronics, the data is stored in the hard drive of the device. Many people believe that doing a digital reset or deleting old files will remove their information and keep it safe, but that is not always the case. Simply “wiping” an old hard…

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Why You Cannot Throw Your Old TV Set in the Trash

April 19, 2019

Nearly every American household uses a television for their daily entertainment purposes. As technology improves, cathode ray tube (CRT) TVs have been replaced by liquid crystal display (LCD) and light-emitting diode (LED) monitors. The result is a clearer, brighter image quality as well as the convenience and aesthetics of a flatter screen. After purchasing newer…

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HIPAA Guidelines for Shredding Medical Documents

March 22, 2019

The medical community has a legal and ethical responsibility to appropriately manage and destroy patient records to prevent dangerous data breaches. If patient documents go missing or are improperly disposed of, the risk of identity theft is quite high. Fortunately, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Privacy Rule is designed to ensure optimal…

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E-waste Recycling Gone Wrong

March 15, 2019

When our electronics break or we replace them with newer and more advanced items, it is imperative to go to a certified recycler. However, not all recycling companies follow proper recycling protocols when processing these goods. There are serious risks when consumers take their obsolete or broken electronics to an illegitimate recycler. For example, many…

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Cell Phone Disposal and the Environment

March 8, 2019

Over the last few decades, the cell phone evolved from a pricey upper-class commodity to a daily necessity now available to the general public. New models with even better features are released regularly, prompting consumers to jump at the chance to replace their old phones with the best products on the market. Because of rapid…

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Types of Metals Found in Electronics

March 1, 2019

Sooner or later, you are bound to replace your electronics due to damage, obsolescence, or changes in preference. Before you throw anything in the trash, however, consider the benefits of recycling your old or broken items. Electronics contain a variety of precious metals that can be used to create new products. Not only does recycling…

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What Happens to Your Old Computer?

February 28, 2019

It seems like the more advanced a computer gets the, thinner and lighter it becomes. Purchasing a streamlined and more conveniently sized computer likely means you will get rid of your older, bulkier model in the process. For many, this influx of fast and optimized devices comes as an exciting and refreshing opportunity to improve…

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Does My Old Mattress Need to Be Recycled or Can I Throw It Out?

February 21, 2019

When purchasing a new mattress, many wonder what to do with their old bed. While it may be tempting to abandon a bulky mattress or take it to the dump, this poses serious risks to the ecosystems surrounding landfills. The average mattress can fill up to 60 cubic feet of landfill space and leaves many…