Commercial e-waste collection

Secure IT disposal for businesses and organisations.

LCR Charity helps organisations collect, document, erase, refurbish and responsibly recycle end-of-life IT equipment while creating practical community value from reusable devices.

Certified data erasure
Asset and disposal reports
Chain-of-custody records
Reuse-first processing

For collections under 5 items, a £40 donation may be requested to help cover collection and processing costs.

IT equipment prepared for commercial e-waste collection
Collection ready
Technician processing business IT equipment securely
Secure handling
Commercial IT equipment sorted for reuse or responsible recycling
Reuse first

Audit-ready

Documentation-led handling

Reuse first

Working devices prioritised

London route

Collection support available

Secure

Data-bearing assets

Documented

Collection route

Impact-led

Community reuse

Commercial support

Built around security, documentation and reuse

The commercial route gives your team a clear disposal path without losing sight of community impact.

Secure chain of custody

Logged handovers, controlled collection routes and clear accountability from pickup to processing.

IT asset reporting

Device types, quantities, serials and outcomes can be recorded to support internal audit needs.

Certificates provided

Data erasure and disposal evidence can be issued where required for compliance records.

On-site collections

Collection support for offices, schools, charities, warehouses and multi-site organisations.

Refurbish first

Usable equipment is prioritised for refurbishment and community redistribution before recycling.

CSR value built in

Working devices can help families, schools and community groups improve digital access.

Who we support

Built for teams that need accountable IT disposal

Whether you are clearing a small office, refreshing school IT or handling multiple sites, the process should be documented, secure and simple for your team.

Offices
Schools
Charities
Warehouses
Multi-site businesses
Local organisations

Accepted equipment

Devices we collect

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  • Laptops
  • Desktops and small-form PCs
  • Monitors
  • Printers
  • Servers and switches
  • Keyboards and mice
  • Drives and peripherals

Collection workflow

A clear route from equipment list to responsible outcome

The commercial route is designed to reduce risk, document the collection and prioritise reuse where practical.

  1. 01

    Submit device list

    Share quantities, locations, deadlines and whether you need data erasure certificates or asset reporting.

  2. 02

    Confirm collection

    We review the request, confirm the collection route and identify any site access or handling requirements.

  3. 03

    Collect and log assets

    Equipment is collected, grouped and recorded so your organisation has a clear handling trail.

  4. 04

    Erase, reuse or recycle

    Data-bearing equipment is sanitised. Reusable kit is prepared for community impact; the rest is recycled responsibly.

Business quote

Send us your equipment list

Share the device types, quantities and collection location. LCR Charity will review the request and respond with the right collection route, reporting options and next steps.

Include serialised assets if you need chain-of-custody reporting.

For collections under 5 items, a £40 donation may be requested to support collection and processing costs.

For urgent business collections, include your preferred date and site access notes.

Commercial FAQs

Common questions before collection

Do you provide data-destruction certificates?+

Yes. Data erasure certificates and asset reports can be provided where required. Tell us what documentation your organisation needs when requesting a quote.

Can you collect from multiple sites?+

Yes. We can review multi-site collection requirements and coordinate a practical collection plan based on locations, volume and timing.

What happens to equipment after collection?+

Usable devices are prioritised for secure refurbishment and community redistribution. Equipment that is not suitable for reuse is handled through responsible recycling routes.

Is there a minimum volume?+

For collections under 5 items, a £40 donation may be requested to help cover collection and processing costs. Larger commercial collections can be quoted based on volume and requirements.

Secure, documented and impact-led

Ready to move your IT equipment responsibly?

Book a collection or send your device list so LCR Charity can help you choose the right route.