1. Purpose
TFix Ltd is committed to the safe, legal, and environmentally responsible recycling of all electronic and electrical equipment entrusted to us. This policy sets out how we comply with WEEE regulations, maintain a 0% landfill policy, and contribute to sustainability and ESG goals.
2. Compliance with WEEE Regulations
- We operate under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive and UK regulations.
- All collections are documented with Waste Transfer Notes and consignment paperwork where required.
- Recycling and disposal is carried out only by licensed partners with valid environmental permits.
3. 0% Landfill Policy
- TFix maintains a strict zero-to-landfill policy. No electronic equipment or component handled by us is sent to landfill.
- All assets are either refurbished for reuse or recycled through specialist downstream partners.
4. Recycling Process
- Intake: All items are logged, tagged, and assessed for reuse or recycling.
- Depollution: Hazardous components (such as batteries, capacitors, mercury lamps) are removed for specialist treatment.
- Dismantling: Equipment is manually dismantled into component fractions.
- Material Recovery: Metals, plastics, PCBs, and glass are separated and sent to specialist processors for reuse in manufacturing.
5. ESG and Sustainability Contributions
- By maximising reuse and refurbishment, TFix reduces CO₂ emissions associated with new equipment manufacturing.
- Every device refurbished avoids significant environmental impact compared to raw recycling.
- ESG reporting can be provided to clients, including:
- Number of devices diverted from landfill
- CO₂ savings achieved
- Percentage of assets reused versus recycled
6. Permits and Documentation
- TFix holds relevant registrations for the transport, storage, and treatment of WEEE.
- Waste Transfer Notes and Certificates of Recycling are issued to clients for compliance and audit purposes.
- All downstream recycling partners are audited for compliance and environmental standards.
7. Client Assurance
By using TFix for WEEE recycling, clients are assured that:
- Their legal obligations under WEEE regulations are met.
- Data-bearing devices are securely destroyed before recycling.
- All equipment is handled in an environmentally responsible manner.
- Audit-ready documentation is provided to support ESG frameworks and compliance reviews.