Our Company
AEM Recycling is a certified electronics recycler and IT asset disposition specialist serving businesses across the United States. Our mission is to provide secure, compliant, and environmentally responsible services while making the IT asset retirement process simple, safe, and transparent for our clients.
Our team has deep expertise in:
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IT asset recovery and resale
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Corporate mobility programs
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Enterprise electronics processing
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Data destruction workflows
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Material recovery and precious metal recycling
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Export logistics
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Compliance and environmental reporting
Our Facility
Our Southern California processing facility includes:
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Secure receiving area with monitored CCTV
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Controlled access data-wiping lab
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Testing and refurbishment stations
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Warehouse racking and pallet staging zones
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Shredding and dismantling areas
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Locked storage for sensitive assets
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Climate-controlled environment for resale-ready inventory
Our Commitment
Security
Data protection is our first priority. Every device passes through our controlled chain-of-custody workflow.
Compliance
Our processes align with R2, NIST, EPA, and local/state regulatory guidelines.
Sustainability
We minimize landfill impact through reuse, refurbishing, and responsible material recovery.
Transparency
We provide detailed reporting and open communication throughout every project.
E-Waste Recycling & IT Asset Disposition (ITAD)
ITAD Service Scope
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Asset audit and serial capture
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On-site packing and palletizing
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Equipment removal from offices, labs, or data centers
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Local pickup or national freight coordination
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Full chain-of-custody documentation
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Serialized tracking from pickup to final disposition
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Refurbishing and value recovery
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Responsible recycling for non-reusable hardware
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Certificates of Data Wipe or Destruction
Lifecycle Process
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Pre-Project Assessment
We review asset types, volumes, security needs, and deadlines. -
On-Site Collection and Packing
Trained AEM staff packs, labels, and secures equipment. -
Secure Transport
We maintain chain-of-custody through sealed pallets, barcodes, and tracking logs. -
Receiving and Inspection
Each asset is verified, scanned, and logged into our system. -
Data Wiping and Testing
All devices undergo NIST-compliant wiping and functional testing. -
Value Recovery
Reusable assets are refurbished for resale or redeployment. -
Recycling
End-of-life items are processed for responsible material recovery. -
Reporting and Certification
Clients receive complete documentation including serial reports and COD/CODW.
Data Wiping & Logistics Services
What We Offer:
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Secure data wiping using industry-leading software that passed ADPC252 at Assurance Level 4, meeting top security standards for SSDs and embedded storage.
Regulatory Compliance:
Our processes follow NIST 800-88, NAID AAA, HIPAA, and GDPR guidelines for secure data destruction.
Why It Matters:
Protecting sensitive information is critical to preventing data breaches, identity theft, and regulatory fines.
How it works:
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You ship your devices to us using your preferred freight account.
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We securely wipe all data from the devices using certified software.
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After wiping, we provide you with a detailed wiping report for your records.
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We then ship the wiped devices back to you or to your designated destination, using your freight account for seamless logistics.
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This turnkey solution helps you maintain data security while simplifying device handling and logistics.
Electronics Recycling
Recycling Workflow
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Sorting and classification
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Reuse determination
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Component harvesting
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Board-level processing
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Material separation
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Downstream vendor allocation
Downstream Vendor Management
We only work with vendors who:
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Are audited regularly
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Meet environmental and safety standards
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Follow responsible material management
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Provide full documentation on request
Materials Recovered
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Aluminum
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Copper
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Steel
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Plastics
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Circuit boards with precious metals
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Batteries (handled separately per regulation)