Focused Disposal & Data Security
IT and Technology Recycling
Stop worrying about WEEE compliance. We provide a zero-to-landfill, eco-friendly recycling solution that supports the circular economy.
- Collections: We collect across England and South Wales.
- Total Compliance: Receive full WEEE Transfer Notes and legal proof of disposal for every item.
- Universal Acceptance: From a single laptop to an entire data centre – if it has a plug or a battery, we recycle it.
- Rapid Response: Standard collections are scheduled within one week, with same-day options available.
Data Destruction and Sanitisation
Don’t just delete your data – destroy it. Our certified processes ensure your sensitive information is permanently irrecoverable.
- On-site or Off-site: We can shred hard drives at your premises or transport them securely to our facility.
- Certified Security: Every destroyed device generates an automated Certificate of Destruction for your audit trail.
- GDPR & ISO Ready: Our methods meet the highest standards for data security (ISO 27001) and GDPR requirements.
- Full Media Range: Secure destruction for HDDs, SSDs, USBs, and backup tapes.
Battery & UPS Disposal
Safely manage hazardous waste. We provide specialized, compliant disposal for spent batteries and Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) units.
- Hazardous Waste Expertise: We handle the complex regulations and paperwork required for hazardous battery transport.
- Environmental Protection: Prevent soil and water contamination through our strict “zero-to-landfill” processing.
- Full Compliance: Stay on the right side of the Environment Agency with professional waste transfer documentation.
- Specialist Handling: Safe collection and processing for all types of industrial and commercial batteries.
Comprehensive IT Solutions
Surplex Enterprise: High Volume IT & Data Centre Disposals
Specialised for high-volume disposals and data centre decommissioning. We manage the complexity of large-scale transitions while helping you recoup value from your IT estate.
- Data Centre Specialists: Professional de-racking, dismantling, and consolidation of servers, storage arrays, and networking gear.
- Asset Value Recovery: Turn aging hardware into a financial asset; many enterprise clients offset their costs entirely through hardware resale.
- Infrastructure Support: Optional site reinstatement, including power disconnection and removal of cabling or environmental systems.
- Risk Mitigation: Meticulous project management that prevents operational disruption and eliminates data exposure during large moves.
Asset Disposal: Certified ITAD
Eliminate the risks of data breaches and regulatory fines. We provide a complete, certified IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) service that turns hardware retirement into a risk-free process.
- Certified Destruction: Absolute data erasure for all media (HDD, SSD, Mobile) using physical shredding or Blancco-certified overwriting.
- Chain of Custody: End-to-end tracking with security-vetted staff and GPS-tracked vehicles for total accountability.
- Legal Protection: Full compliance with UK GDPR and WEEE Regulations, protecting your business from substantial fines.
- Audit-Ready Reporting: Detailed inventory lists and official Certificates of Destruction provided for every asset processed.
IT Asset Tracking Software
Stop managing your hardware with spreadsheets. The Surplex Portal provides a “single source of truth” for your entire IT estate, tracking assets from first boot-up to final disposal.
- Live Valuations: Automatically track the book value and depreciation of your assets.
- Compliance Automation: WEEE and data-destruction certificates are automatically filed to the correct serial numbers.
- Lifecycle Vigilance: Automatically monitor hardware health and assign risk levels based on warranty proximity, allowing you to renew coverage or dispose of assets before they fail.
- Magic Disposal: Trigger a collection with one click directly from your dashboard.
Why Choose Surplex UK Limited?
Partner with the Family that Protects Your Data: the Surplex team is ready to provide a tailored disposal strategy that protects your data and the planet.
Our Promise: Every piece of equipment that enters our Gloucester facility is treated with a “Security-First” mindset. Whether it is a single laptop or a data centre decommissioning project, our family’s name is on the line, and we take that responsibility seriously.
Testimonials from Our Clients
Frequently asked questions
Have questions about decommissioning your data centre? We’ve compiled answers to common inquiries to help you understand our secure, efficient, and compliant process. If your specific question isn’t here, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly for a personalised consultation.
Yes, our collection service is completely FREE across our entire service area including Greater London, Thames Valley (Reading, Slough, Bracknell), West Midlands (Birmingham, Coventry), Gloucestershire (Gloucester, Cheltenham), Worcestershire, Bristol, and South Wales (Cardiff, Newport).
Why is it free? We recover value from many IT assets through refurbishment, component recovery, and precious metal recycling. This allows us to offset collection costs and provide FREE collection to all our clients – whether your equipment has resale value or not.
There are no call-out charges, no collection fees, providing a minimum quantity is reached to cover transportation and processing costs. Our professional team uses GPS-tracked vehicles and standard collections (within one week) are completely free of charge.
Standard FREE collections are typically scheduled within one week of your request. For urgent requirements, we offer same-day and next-day collection services for an additional fee. Collections are scheduled at your convenience and can be arranged for specific times to minimize disruption to your business operations. Simply call us on 01684 252583 or request a quote online, and we’ll arrange a collection time that works for you.
Our FREE collection service includes:
- FREE collection across all our service areas (within one week)
- FREE data device shredding
- FREE WEEE compliant disposal
- FREE Certificates of Destruction
- FREE WEEE Transfer Notes
- FREE access to our online documentation portal
Additional paid services are available for same-day/next-day urgent collection and on-site hard drive shredding (physical destruction at your premises). For most businesses, our FREE data shredding service provides certified secure data destruction that meets GDPR, ICO, and ISO 27001 requirements.
We provide IT recycling and data destruction services across a wide region of Southern England and South Wales. Our primary service areas include:
Greater London – All London boroughs
Thames Valley & Berkshire – Reading, Slough, Bracknell, Maidenhead, Windsor
Oxfordshire & Buckinghamshire – Oxford, Milton Keynes, High Wycombe, Aylesbury
Wiltshire – Swindon, Salisbury, Chippenham
West Midlands – Birmingham, Coventry, Solihull, Wolverhampton
Gloucestershire & Cotswolds – Gloucester, Cheltenham, Stroud, Cirencester
Worcestershire – Malvern, Worcester, Evesham, Redditch
Bristol & Southwest – Bristol, Bath, Weston-super-Mare
South Wales – Cardiff, Newport, Swansea, Vale of Glamorgan
We also serve surrounding counties including Herefordshire, Warwickshire, Somerset, and Monmouthshire. FREE collection is available throughout all these regions.
We recycle all types of business IT and electronic equipment including:
Computing Equipment: Desktop computers, laptops, tablets, servers, storage devices, workstations
Networking: Switches, routers, modems, firewalls, patch panels, networking cabinets
Peripherals: Monitors, keyboards, mice, printers, scanners, copiers, fax machines
Mobile Devices: Mobile phones, smartphones, tablets, PDAs
Storage Media: Hard drives (HDD), solid-state drives (SSD), USB drives, backup tapes
Power: Batteries (all types), UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) units, power supplies
Telecom: VOIP phones, telephone systems, PBX systems
Cables & Accessories: All cables, peripherals, accessories, and components
There’s no minimum quantity – we’ll collect a single laptop or an entire data centre. If you’re unsure whether we can recycle something, just ask!
Yes, we accept all IT equipment regardless of condition. Whether it’s working, broken, damaged, or obsolete, we can recycle it responsibly. Even equipment that’s been in storage for years, water-damaged, or completely non-functional can be recycled. Our focus is on environmental compliance and secure data destruction, so the working condition doesn’t matter. All equipment is processed through our zero-to-landfill approach.
After processing your IT equipment, you receive comprehensive documentation including:
- Certificates of Destruction – Proof that data has been securely destroyed
- WEEE Waste Transfer Notes – Legal proof of compliant disposal
- Data Wipe Reports – Detailed reports for every drive wiped
- Asset Inventory Reports – Complete list of all items collected and processed
- Audit Trail Documentation – Chain of custody from collection to final disposal
All documentation is available 24/7 through your secure online portal. You can download, print, or share certificates at any time – perfect for audits and compliance reviews.
WEEE stands for Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment. It’s UK law (based on EU Directive 2012/19/EU) that requires all businesses to dispose of electronic waste responsibly through licensed, authorized facilities.
You must comply if: You’re a business disposing of any IT equipment, electronics, or electrical goods.
Why it matters: Improper disposal can result in fines up to £5,000 and damage to your reputation. You need a WEEE transfer note as proof of legal disposal.
How we help: We’re Environment Agency licensed waste carriers and handle all WEEE compliance on your behalf. You automatically receive WEEE transfer notes for every collection through your online portal. We take full responsibility for environmental compliance, so you don’t have to worry about it.
Yes, we hold all necessary licenses and certifications:
Environmental:
- ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management)
- Environment Agency Licensed Waste Carrier
- Zero-to-landfill commitment
Data Security:
- ICO Registered Data Controller
- GDPR compliant processes
- Secure chain of custody procedures
Quality & Defence:
- JOSCAR Registered Supplier
Staff & Insurance:
- Fully insured
- Professional uniformed staff
All certificates are available to view in your online portal, and we’re happy to provide copies upon request.
Get in Touch About Your IT Recycling Needs
We provide IT recycling services for organisations of all sizes across England and South Wales.
Whether you’re recycling a few old laptops, decommissioning a data centre, or need secure data destruction, our team will help you dispose of IT equipment compliantly and responsibly.
Prefer to speak with us directly?
Call: +44 (0)1684 252583
Email: info@surplex.co.uk
Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
