E-Scrap News

Sept. 4, 2014

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1 | Flat tablet shipments in mature markets hold back growth


Tablet shipments in 2014 are falling short of industry expectations.

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2 | E-Scrap 2014: Secure your spot in the exhibit hall


With just over a month left before the 2014 E-Scrap Conference, only a handful of exhibitor spots remain in the trade show hall. Act now to ensure your organization has a place at the center of the e-scrap industry.


Exhibiting is the perfect opportunity to reach industry decision-makers, including executives at original equipment manufacturers, generators of e-scrap, government officials, trade association leaders, e-scrap processors, and buyers of e-scrap parts and materials. Save time and money by connecting with them all in one location.


E-Scrap 2014 will be held Oct. 21-23 at Orlando's Rosen Shingle Creek. The 2013 edition saw more than 1,300 attendees and 125 exhibiting companies, so plan now to make the most of this year's conference. Get all the latest information at e-scrapconference.com.


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3 | Creative Recycling Systems enters bankruptcy


With a multimillion dollar lawsuit on its plate, Creative Recycling Systems has entered into bankruptcy and decided to close or sell all of its e-scrap locations.

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4 | CRT processor gets key green light


With an air pollution permit in place for a New York operation, a U.K.-based CRT glass recycling firm says it's bringing its smelting technology to the U.S.

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5 | 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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6 | E-Scrap 2014: Form factor guidance


As gadgets have transitioned from our desks to our laps to our hands, processors and refurbishers have had to deal with new challenges to effectively dismantle or repair.


At E-Scrap 2014, an intriguing session will help attendees better understand how form factor changes are having an impact on the used electronics sector. Presenters will also offer potential solutions in product design and repairability.


This form factor discussion is just one of many platforms the conference offers attendees who want to better understand where our industry is headed and how to most effectively navigate a landscape riddled with both challenges and opportunities. Book your spot today and ensure your firm’s long-term competitive edge.


E-Scrap 2014 will be held Oct. 21-23 at Orlando's Rosen Shingle Creek. The 2013 edition saw more than 1,300 attendees and 125 exhibiting companies. Get all the latest information at e-scrapconference.com.

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7 | NewsBits


Prison program UNICOR announces e-scrap processing figures for 2013, and we survey the pricing scene surrounding iPhone 5 trade-ins. All that and more in NewsBits.

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8 | Request for proposals


The Maine Department of Environmental Protection is accepting applications from firms and groups interested in becoming approved consolidators in the state's e-scrap recycling program. Applications are due Oct. 1, 2014. More information can be found here.

9 | Upcoming conferences & 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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10 | Jobs Available & Sought


Sales Account Executive, M-PowerTech (Tallahassee, Tampa, Miami, Atlanta).
Details are available here.


Account Executive, Securis (Chantilly, Virginia).
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.


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Database of job seekers available here.


If you would like to submit a job available or job sought listing, send an email to web content manager Jade Rhianna at [email protected].


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