Why Destroy Any Device that Stores Information
Hard Drives, SSDs, Thumb Drives, Cell Phones, Tablets — you get the idea. The risks tied to improper disposal of data-storing devices are well documented. Laws and regulations not only recommend secure destruction but also hold the data owners accountable in case of breaches. This makes preventative destruction essential for maintaining trust, legal compliance, and your business reputation.
Destruction Services We Offer
Modern Waste offers high-standard data and product destruction services. The list below highlights some of our most commonly requested offerings:
Data Destruction Services
- Hard Drive and SSD Shredding
- Paper Shredding
- CD and Floppy Disk Shredding
- Data Tape and Thumb Drive Shredding
Available Methods of Destruction
- On-site and Off-site Shredding
- Incineration
- Landfilling
- Disassembly
Product Destruction Services
- Expired or contaminated food and beverages
- Defective Devices and Equipment
- Expired Cosmetics and Pharmaceuticals
- ID Badges
All destruction activities are documented by serial number, quantity, and weight. We are R2v3 Certified, ISO 18001 and OHSAS Certified. Certificates of Destruction and compliance reports are provided. Our services comply with FACTA, HIPAA, PCI DSS, GLB, and California SB1386.
Hard Drive Destruction Process
- Step 1: Hard drives are removed from each computer, laptop, or server.
- Step 2: Serial numbers are scanned and archived.
- Step 3: Drives are shredded completely.
- Step 4: Shredded pieces are sent to a smelter for materials recovery.
- Step 5: Certificates and serial-numbered reports are provided to the client.
How Does Modern Waste Help You?
We provide end-to-end destruction services that are secure, compliant, and environmentally responsible. Here's what we offer:
- We provide the equipment you need
- We train you on the process
- We pick up from your location or accept drop-offs
- We log everything securely
- We shred, wipe, recycle, or dispose of materials
- We issue certificates and compliance reports
