Every company has to comply with environmental, health and safety regulations. The US Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) sets the rules that every company must follow, even if you are in a seemingly “safe” office environment. For electronic recyclers, worker health and safety can be a challenge. We work with hazardous materials, we move …
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December 17, 2014. Tampa, Florida. Lifespan, a leading provider of IT Asset Disposal services, announced that its Tampa plant has been recognized by OSHA (the US Office for Safety and Health Administration) with the SHARP award. The Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program award is given to small and medium-sized employers who operate an exemplary …
Choosing a vendor and building a process for electronics and computer recycling does not have to be complex. You just need to make sure you do it right. If you don’t, you risk breaking laws, being fined, and getting bad PR. Here are three simple rules that you can follow so that you get it …
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Batteries, like many other types of electronic waste, contain harmful chemicals that can wreak havoc on the environment as well as being hazardous to people. A variety of materials are used to make batteries, some more dangerous than others. Lithium-ion (Li-ion) is the fastest growing type of battery, and is often found in notebook computers …
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“Chain of Custody” is a phrase that’s often thrown around in the ITAD industry, but what does the term mean exactly? It is about reducing risks to your company. These risks can include financial, environmental compliance, data compliance, data security, and your company’s reputation. That’s a big burden to shoulder, but you can reduce this …
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America Recycles Day is November 15th. It’s a reminder for everyone to make a difference and get involved in the recycling process for all sorts of materials, including electronics. Many organizations and communities are hosting events; you can search for them here. These include Lifespan’s own Denver, Coloradoevent. In 2012, the U.S. produced approximately 10.4 …
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Institutions that have large numbers of iPads are beginning to employ mobile device management (MDM) solutions to distribute software and to control data security of mobile assets. In addition and in concert with MDM solutions, Apple has recently rolled out a complimentary solution called Device Enrollment Program (DEP) which also has MDM capabilities. While these …
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Used Mobile Phones Support Technology Education by KidsTek at High Tech Early College Denver, CO, November 6, 2014 — Lifespan, a local e-Stewards certified electronics recycling company, will be co-hosting an America Recycles Day event on Saturday, November 15th from 10am-2pm with DPS’s High Tech Early College (HTEC). The event is open to the public, …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: BOSTON – November 5, 2014 – H.I.G. Growth Partners (“H.I.G.”), the dedicated growth capital investment affiliate of H.I.G. Capital, a leading global private equity investment firm, is pleased to announce that its portfolio company, CDI Computer Dealers Inc., has completed the acquisition of Lifespan Recycling Co., Inc. (“Lifespan”). Lifespan is a …
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While smartphones and tablets have been on a growth streak, PCs – both laptops and desktops – have seen a noticeable decline in shipments over recent years. Even though a growing number of workers are using mobile devices for work, IT departments are still supplying and supporting PCs or laptops for most workers. PCs In …
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