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Frequently Asked Questions

Recycling

Do you charge to recycle the CDs?
Where do I send the discs to recycle them?
What components do you accept?
How do you like them sorted?
If I shred my discs first, will you take the scraps?
How do you recycle the discs and packaging?
What is the recycled plastic used for?
How do I know the CDs are not getting dumped somewhere?
Why is it important to recycle the discs and packaging?

Collection

Do you offer recycling containers for the discs?
Can I send just a few discs in an envelope?
Do you offer eduactional materials for me to post?
Can I be a drop off center?

Security

Do you donate the discs or distribute them after you receive them?
The data on my discs is proprietary. What should I do?
Will you shred my discs for me?

Shipping

What is the best method to ship the discs to the Recycling Center?
Will you pay for the postage to send the discs to you?
Do you offer a pick up service?

Recycling

Does the Center charge to recycle the CDs?

No. Many companies charge for their recycling services, however secondlifedisc.com does not. We try to defray costs by reselling the CD and DVD cases and resurfacing restorable discs. All discs with sensitive data will be destroyed.

Where do I send the discs to recycle them?

Secondlifedisc.com
408 College Drive
Ventura California
93003
805-637-0802

What components do you accept?

We accept all types of discs CD, DVD, Blu Ray, HD DVD and Game discs. We also accept all types of disc packaging including sleeves, jewel cases, slim cases, DVD cases and shell cases. We accept the paper components of the packaging as well.

How do you like them sorted?

If the disc is in an unwrapped package, we ask that you unassemble the package and keep all components separate (disc, case, paper).

If I shred my discs first, will you take the scraps?

Yes, however do not mix your disc shreds in with paper shreds because this contaminates the load. If you have sensitive material please shred, But we prefer to discs to arrive whole since they are easier to handle and process.

How do you recycle the discs and packaging?

We sort all of the components in and separate the discs, paper and cases. All paper gets sent to a paper mill for recycling. As for cases in good condition, we inspect, pack and sell to raise money , Any remaining damaged cases and

Some discs leave whole, some leave as regrind, where we grind and shred the discs down to small pieces to fit more into a storage bin/bag. This is now considered a scrap plastic that gets melted at the reclaiming center. When melted, the discs are demtalized separating the plastic and metal component in the disc. Once the discs are demetalized, they are formed into a lower grade of raw plastic. Discs and cases yield a different grades of plastic. This plastic is not good enough quality for the food or medical industry product use, however it is fine for the automotive and building materials industries.

What is the recycled plastic used for?

The plastic is general used for the automotive and building materials industries. From bumpers to composite boards. Your discs will take on a NEW FORM!

How do I know the CDs are not getting dumped somewhere?

Because we take our business and this planets health seriously! .

Why is it important to recycle the discs and packaging?

Unlike paper, discs and cases will not decompose in a landfill. It is even worse if they end up in an incinerator or trash burning facility. You wouldn’t want to burn a disc and breath in the fumes. The environment does not want to either.

Collection

Do you offer recycling containers for the discs?

At this time we do not offer recycling containers. If you are a large company that would like to place one in the employee cafeteria or a school that would like to place one in the student union please contact us to find the best possible solution.

Can I send just a few discs in an envelope?

Yes one disc or one thousand every disc counts so don’t let it end up in the trash. If you have only a few or couple of discs, simply put them in an envelope and mail them to us.

Do you offer educational materials for me to post?

Yes. Please click here for a PDF on the lifecycle of the Compact Disc to help educate

Can I be a drop off center?

We would love that. Please contact us so we can discuss the feasibility.

Security

Do you donate the discs or distribute them after you receive them?

Yes and No. Any commercial Movie, Music or Game Disc we receive and that can be resurfaced by discrepairservices.com will be used to raise monies to help continue our recycling efforts. All personal, software and any miscellaneous disc will be destroyed by being shredded. The will not be reused in any fashion. That is a pledge all our employees stand by to ensure the safety of you and your company.

The data on my discs is proprietary. What should I do?

Shred them or scratch them prior to sending them. If you data is that sensitive, we highly recommend that you destroy them prior to sending to us.

Will you shred my discs for me?

Yes, We will shred all discs for you, without hesitation!

Shipping

What is the best method to ship the discs to the Recycling Center?

We have found that U.S. "Media Mail Rate" is affordable, as well as UPS ground. Being environmental friendly, we highly recommend US mail, for the US Mail system is already delivers daily to all locations, and this won’t put another delivery vehicle on the road causing additional emissions.

Will you pay for the postage to send the discs to you?

Unfortunately we can’t, at this time. As our program expands and our funding grows this will be the first concern looked into.

Do you offer a pick up service?

For large quantities in Southern California. Please contact us for more information.

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