CRT Recycling: Television Screens and Computer Monitors...
What do we do?
Nulife Glass has discovered a unique solution to separate the lead (Pb) from the leaded glass structure in cathode ray tubes (CRTs), which are found in televisions and computer monitors.
Why is this important?
There are three main aspects to consider: the effects of lead, new legislation and increasing volume of waste.The dangerous impact of lead poisoning on the human body, especially on the nervous system, and on our environment is well documented. It is presently banned in fuel, paint and pipes and more recently on all new electronics under the new RoHS Directive.
Why do we not use ordinary Landfill?
CRTs contain leaded glass and in landfill the acidic nature of ground water accelerates lead to leach into watercourses. The lead content in the glass of a CRT can be as high as 20%, which means a single 34” television could contain more than 1kg of lead.In a bid to fight this problem new European legislation classifies the television and computer screen as Hazardous Waste. Under the new Landfill Directive, CRTs cannot be disposed of in ordinary waste landfill. Added to this, the WEEE Directive makes it obligatory to recycle our electronic waste from 1st July 2007.
In the UK alone, a conservative estimate suggests there are approximately 60 million TV sets and 40 million computer screens. The sheer volume of waste we are creating, combined with the new legislation, ensures our process is essential in the UK’s fight to safely and easily recycle leaded glass.
For more information regarding the legislations surrounding CRT recycling see our Law section...
Why use Nulife Glass?
We provide the only sustainable solution to CRT recycling. Our unique process:- Treats the glass in the UK
- Is environmentally friendly and safe
- Is cost effective
- Produces two re-saleable streams of glass and lead, for immediate re-use
- Complies with EU and UK legislation
- Complies with Pollution and Prevention Controls
- Provides our customers with the security of a long-term solution
- Will be available to other companies on licence.
