Precious metal recycling Waste Streams
Post-consumer e-scrap
We process consumer electronics containing precious metals, enabling us to effectively manage the unique challenges associated with e-waste.
Advanced e-scrap recycling solutions
Post-consumer electronic scrap (e-scrap) is a growth market rich in precious and critical metals such as gold, silver, palladium, and copper. From discarded smartphones to outdated servers, these materials hold significant recoverable value that is often underutilized.
At Sibanye-Stillwater Recycling operations, we provide advanced e-scrap recycling solutions that help recover high-value metals from complex, mixed-material streams. Our processes are designed to maximize recovery rates, ensure data security, and support responsible recycling practices.
As device lifecycles shorten and volumes increase, efficient recovery strategies are essential. Optimizing collection, sorting, and refining processes can unlock new revenue streams while reducing environmental impact.
We support recyclers, IT asset disposition (ITAD) providers, and collection programs with secure, efficient precious metal recovery solutions.
Identify hidden value across
your workflow
True recovery starts with knowing where precious metals are slipping through the cracks. These commonly overlooked areas of post-consumer e-scrap often hold more value than expected.
Consumer devices
High-value components are found in:
- Printed circuit boards (PCBs)
- CPUs and memory chips
- Connectors and gold-plated contacts
- Mobile phone components
IT and telecom equipment
Legacy and enterprise systems contain:
- Server boards and backplanes
- Networking equipment and switches
- Hard drives and storage devices
Peripheral and mixed scrap
Finishing steps often produce some of the most valuable recoverable material:
Often overlooked but valuable:
- Cables and wiring
- Power supplies and adapters
- Small electronic accessories
Collection and handling of residues
Recovery opportunities include:
- Shredded fractions
- Dust from processing facilities
- Sorting residues
Small devices. Significant returns.
Even fragmented materials can deliver strong returns when processed correctly — turning electronic waste into a sustainable source of precious metals.
Partner with Sibanye-Stillwater Recycling operations
When you partner with Sibanye-Stillwater Recycling operations, you gain a collaborator committed to integrity, innovation, and results you can see and measure. We invite you to explore how our expertise can support your goals – today and into the future.
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