Waste Reclaim
Solder Connection is licensed to undertake waste reclaim and are fully equipped to handle and reprocess all leaded and lead-free soldering alloys, to aid companies in meeting environmental & legislative recycling requirements.
Waste Reclaim Services
As part of The Solder Connection customer care program, electronics assemblers can take advantage of a safe, efficient solder recycling service which will help companies meet environmental & legislative requirements while maximising return on their solder waste.
- Controlled collection and reprocessing of solder scrap.
- Conformance to local and international regulations.
- Containers supplied for the collection of scrap.
- ISO-14001 certified facilities.
Companies using lead-free solder must still dispose of their dross in a controlled, responsible way. Solder Connection is fully equipped to handle and reprocess all lead-free soldering alloys.
Transport License & Waste Reclaim Codes
Waste Transport License CBDU-6145
Solder Dross Leaded EWC 10.04.02
Solder Dross Lead Free EWC 10.08.11
Solder Dross
Solder dross is a by product of the wave soldering operation which is created by the molten metals exposure to oxygen. The dross is a combination of solid metal and an oxide which also contains metal for recycling.
Solder Connection, provides a complete recycling service for all your Tin-Lead and Lead Free solder dross and solid pot metals. All dross and pot metal should be segregated by alloy as it will yield the highest rate of return for your company.
Waste Paste
During Solder Paste application waste may be created if solder paste is left on or dried onto a stencil. Solder Connection, provides a complete recycling service for Tin-Lead and Lead Free solder paste bulk waste, together with paste in pots or cartridges. All waste paste should be segregated by alloy as it will yield the highest rate of return for your company.
In addition, our Empty Paste Pots allow you to store useable Solder Paste for further use, in a sealed and safe container. Complete with internal follower and screw on lid for protection and ease of use. Available in both Leaded & Lead-Free options.
To arrange Waste Paste Buckets or to purchase Empty Paste pots please contact our Sales Office.
Paste Pot Recycling
Are you throwing away your empty paste pots and associated plastics? Reduce your environmental impact and increase your recycling with our 60L Reclaim bin, which can easily be filled with empty pots and cartridges.
As a leading solder paste supplier, Solder Connection can help manage your waste stream. Simply recycle all your solder paste containers using one of our metal 60 litre resealable bins and request a collection once full.. To request a quotation please contact our Sales Office.
