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Destroying Computers

Want to destroy data on old computers and have it disposed of for responsible recycling including safe data destruction? Then Recycling Best's ICT collection service is the best choice. We professionally collect old computers, laptops and all other depreciated hardware from companies and institutions throughout the Netherlands.

Gecertificeerd computers laten afvoeren inclusief datavernietiging is gemakkelijk in gang te zetten door het online contactformulier in te vullen. Je ontvangt dan binnen één werkdag een vrijblijvend voorstel voor het vernietigen van je bedrijfsgevoelige data zoals aanwezig op computers, laptops of andere datadragers.

  • Snel en vertrouwd ICT ophalen bij jouw bedrijf
  • Sustainable reuse and responsible recycling
  • 100% data destruction with certificate
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How does data destruction work on computers?

A computer contains components where data is stored locally. In computers that are older, this is usually what is called a hard drive. In more modern computers, this is often a Solid State Drive (SSD). A combination of both is also common. There are several ways to destroy data on a hard drive or SSD in a computer:

Removing the data with so-called overwriting software (wiping) is the most secure and applied way to erase hard drives without losing them for reuse. Data carriers are overwritten one or more times with ones and zeros using this special software. This guarantees a final data erasure including a registration and destruction certificate.

Another more rigorous approach is to physically destroy the hard drive or SSD. In most cases, this is done by shredding, grinding it into small pieces. After this destruction, recovery of data is no longer possible, nor is the hard drive available for reuse.

Rapid pickup at your company

After you approve our quote, we will come and pick up within 5 business days. All old computers will be registered and disposed of on site.

100% data safe destruction with certificate

Computers intended for sustainable reuse are wiped with Certus Erasure Software according to the NIST SP 800-88 protocol including certificate.

This is how ICT retrieval works with Data Destruction

Read here how you as a company can easily have old ICT hardware disposed of including 100% destruction with certificate.

1

Inventory

Make an estimate for yourself of the type and quantity of equipment. For example; 10 computers, 5 laptops, 8 monitors and boxes of cable and keyboards.
2

Contact form

Fill out the contact form with your company information and indication of the type and quantity of devices. You can also easily upload photos here and indicate if you want a destruction certificate.
3

Our proposal

You will receive a no-obligation proposal within 1 business day with any call-out charges and data destruction costs including our terms and conditions.
4

Planning

Do you agree with our proposal? Then we will send you by email a schedule for a pickup date and a time period when we will come by. This is usually within 7 business days.
5

The collection day

If the pickup date fits, you will receive a confirmation from us and we will come by on the appointed date. Our driver will bring rolling containers and bins to load everything. You don't have to do anything yourself, just provide access. After loading, you will receive a record of what has been loaded.
6

Settlement

After we sort everything at our location, you will receive an invoice by mail and a destruction certificate with the registered data carriers, if you have chosen this option.

Recycling Best is the specialist for old hardware

Recycling Best has been your professional partner for IT recycling, reuse and data destruction for all types of old hardware since 2017. Our nationwide ICT Collection Service for companies and institutions offers accessible, fast and efficient solutions for the disposal of all depreciated IT equipment. Our experienced team takes care of on-site clearance, transport and environmentally friendly disposal according to current legal guidelines.

We recycle these types of IT hardware

Discarded computers, laptops, printers and monitors, as well as professional equipment such as servers, switches and cabling.

100% trusted data destruction

Certified destruction of all types of data carriers such as hard drives, SSDs, backup tapes and smartphones.

WEEELABEX certified

Recycling Best is WEEELABEX gecertificeerd voor het duurzaam inzamelen en refurbishen van afgeschreven ICT hardware volgens de NEN-EN50614 norm.  We controleren de kwaliteit en functionaliteit van bijvoorbeeld zakelijke computers, laptops of servers. Zo geven we apparatuur een tweede leven en besparen we op waardevolle grondstoffen.

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The best service for depreciated hardware

Trust and good service are important to us. We do this by keeping appointments and carrying out work professionally.

Free pickup

Collection is free for companies from 200 kg old computers, laptops or servers

We do the work

Our professional team handles loading and cleanup at your location.

Rapid pickup

Collection from companies we do by appointment and usually within 7 working days

Certification

WEEELABEX certified for collection of ICT waste and electronics recycling

Data destruction

100% data destruction with certificate for all types of data carriers

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Frequently Asked Questions

As an individual, can I also have pickup?

No, unfortunately, collection is only available for businesses. As a private individual, you can bring a batch of old ICT equipment to Best.

Where will you pick up?

Basically, we come to all companies throughout the Netherlands. Often this is in the Randstad. Additional call-out charges may apply for companies in the northern provinces.

How long does it take for you guys to come over?

After you approve our proposal, we usually pick up within 7 business days. Well in advance we will send you a proposal for a pick-up date and time frame by e-mail. After your written confirmation the appointment is fixed.

What equipment are you picking up?

Old computers, laptops, phones, tablets, printers, monitors, servers, switches, backup emergency power, adapters, plug cords and other peripherals such as mice and keyboards.

We do not accept large white goods such as washers, dryers, dishwashers. We also do not accept refrigeration equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners and water coolers.

What is the minimum amount?

There is no minimum amount of equipment to pick up. The same call-out fee does apply for 1 computer or 10 computers.

What does data destruction cost on collection?

We send a proposal for the destruction of data on computers, laptops or individual hard drives, for example, only in writing. This is because the costs are highly dependent on the type and quantity of equipment. A non-binding proposal will be sent within 1 business day of receiving the completed contact form.

What does free pickup mean from 200 kg?

Alleen computers, laptops en servers tellen mee voor het 200 kg gratis ophalen criterium. Printers en monitoren worden ook opgehaald, maar tellen niet mee in het gewicht.

How do I know if I have 200 kg?

If you fill out the form and include an overview photo showing the hardware recognizable, we will know by experience if you have 200 kg or more. We will then confirm this in writing.

How should we prepare or prepare it?

If you prepare everything on a pallet, that's convenient for us, but it doesn't have to be. If all the hardware is loose and accessible with a roll cage, that's fine too. Our driver packs and loads everything.

Do I have to be present at pickup myself?

You as the contact person do not have to be present yourself. This may also be a colleague who receives us and points out the equipment. We do need a signature when we finish loading.

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