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August 20, 2015

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1 | India imposes ban on imports of e-scrap


India will no longer consider requests to import certain categories of scrap electronics in an effort to prevent the material from later becoming burdensome e-waste.

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2 | Sims opens up on e-Stewards exit


The leader of Sims Recycling Solutions says the e-Stewards certification no longer makes business sense for the major electronics processor. He added that recent e-Stewards decisions on prison labor and CRT glass have started to "water down" the standard.

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3 | Just two weeks until E-Scrap 2015


With E-Scrap 2015 right around the corner, now's the time to make sure you're registered and ready to take advantage of the industry's premier trade show.


Running Sept. 1-3, E-Scrap 2015 will offer attendees an in-depth look at the top issues facing the industry and an opportunity to seal deals face-to-face with longstanding and prospective clients. Hoping to find a more affordable and reliable CRT glass partner? Aiming to overcome tough commodity pricing and continue growth? Want to know what to look out for when processing LCD TVs and monitors? E-Scrap 2015 provides attendees with the answers and business they need to keep the industry moving and growing.


E-Scrap 2015 is taking place Sept. 1-3, 2015 at Omni ChampionsGate in Orlando, Fla. Last year's conference brought together more than 1,300 attendees from 35 countries and similar numbers are expected for the upcoming iteration. Check in at e-scrapconference.com for the latest on exhibiting, sponsoring and attending.

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4 | Firm nabs access to federally funded rare earth technology


Researchers funded by the U.S. government have developed an easier and cheaper way of extracting rare earth elements from magnets in electronics. Now the method will be used by a publicly traded company.

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5 | OSHA to meet monthly on temp worker issues


Do you rely on temporary workers to help round out your processing team? If so, you might want to tune in to upcoming meetings on their safety and rights.

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6 | SERI moves R2 forward in South America


Consultants have completed gaps analyses and trainings for four South American e-scrap firms working toward meeting R2:2013 certification.

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7 | E-Scrap 2015: State programs in focus


With tightened commodity markets, question marks around CRT glass processing and a growing docket of data on hand, the leaders of state e-scrap programs are now trying to determine the best path forward.


At E-Scrap 2015 this September, the shifting state program landscape will be discussed in-depth. Attendees will get the perspectives of policy experts, processing firms, device manufacturers and state officials.


Together, those voices will help to show a complete picture of the current landscape and explain how your firm can fit into the evolution of government-mandated electronics recycling. Don't miss these crucial discussions.


E-Scrap 2015 is taking place Sept. 1-3, 2015 (that's the week before Labor Day) at Omni ChampionsGate in Orlando, Fla. Last year's conference brought together more than 1,300 attendees from 35 countries and similar numbers are expected for the upcoming iteration. Check in at e-scrapconference.com for all the latest information on exhibiting, sponsoring and attending.

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8 | Wide world of e-scrap


Researchers in the U.K. see a bright forecast for the value of e-scrap materials and the Malaysian government has launched a mobile phone collection campaign.

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9 | Patent watch


Tracking e-scrap with tags and using WEEE to make bricks are some of the subjects of our regular roundup of patents and patent applications relating to the scrap electronics industry.

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10 | Certification scorecard


With the roster of companies attaining third-party certifications or audits continuing to grow, E-Scrap News has compiled a roundup of the firms announcing certification this past week.

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11 | NewsBits


An Arizona ITAD company is set to lay out nearly $2 million to expand into Tennessee.

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12 | Request for proposals


The Maine Department of Environmental Protection is currently accepting applications for approval to participate as a consolidator in Maine's extended producer responsibility program for e-scrap in 2016. The application form is now available through the DEP's website (under "Forms"). Completed applications must be submitted to Maine DEP no later than Oct. 1, 2015.

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13 | Upcoming conferences and webinars


Click here for a complete directory of upcoming conferences and webinars.


If you have a conference or webinar that you would like listed, please send an email to [email protected] for consideration.

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14 | Jobs available and sought


E-Scrap Buyer, Colt Recycling (Hudson, N.H. or remote).
Details are available here.


Plant Manager, Glencore Recycling (East Providence, R.I.).
Details are available here.


Director of Operations, Dynamic Recycling (Onalaska, Wis.).
Details are available here.


Product Sales Manager, Sunnking, Inc. (Brockport/Rochester, N.Y.).
Details are available here.


Business Development Manager, ERS International (Buffalo Grove, Ill.).
Details are available here.


Various Positions, Regional Computer Recycling and Recovery (Victor, N.Y.).
Details are available here.


Sales Corporate Account Representative, ARC Broward (Sunrise, Fla.).
Details are available here.


Account Executive, Liquid Technology (New York City).
Details are available here.


Warehouse Operations Manager, Capitol Asset Recovery, Inc. (Lanham, Md.).
Details are available here.


Various Positions, Dynamic Recycling (Onalaska, Wis., and Nashville, Tenn.).
Details are available here.


Various Positions, Sage Sustainable Electronics (Various Cities).
Details are available here.


Various Positions, All Green Electronics Recycling (Various Cities).
Details are available here.


Various Positions, IMS Electronics Recycling (Various Cities).
Details are available here.


Various Positions, Technology Conservation Group (Multiple U.S. locations).
Details are available here.


Various Positions, PlanITROI (Denville, N.J.).
Details are available here.


Various Positions, Advanced Technology Recycling (Multiple U.S. locations).
Details are available here.


Various Positions, MobiCycle (United Kingdom).
Details are available here.


Various Positions, Sims Recycling Solutions (Multiple locations).
Details are available here.


Various Positions, GEEP (U.S./Canada).
Details are available here.


Jobs Sought
Database of job seekers available here.


If you would like to submit a job available or job sought listing, contact Scott Beck at [email protected].