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Electronics and batteries are serious fire hazards in landfills and recycling facilities. When crushed and processed, these items cause sparks within combustible items, leading to major fires. Unfortunately, many are unaware of how to dispose of these items. So, to help you understand how electrics and batteries can cause fire hazards and how they should be safely disposed of, we have prepared this guide for you. If you want to learn more about scrap metal recycling, call M&M Recycling today.
It is rare to have fire hazards caused by electronics and batteries. In normal conditions, they don’t present fire risks. However, these items are susceptible to damage and high temperatures. When either of these conditions are met, the electronics or batteries will start getting hot and building pressure within, leading to sparks. This rapid heating has been noted as being in such temperatures that no one can touch the item. If the item catches fire on a counter, it may not pose a significant risk to the homeowner. However, in certain conditions, like throwing these items away in a trash can, having them catch fire will only cause other combustible products to burn and pose a significant risk. So, how can we prevent these potential hazards? One way to do this is to use the equipment properly. For electronics, try only to use equipment and chargers supplied by the manufacturer. For batteries, never use any that have been damaged, and store both in cool, dry, and well-ventilated areas free of combustible materials. If you would like to learn more about fire hazards that electronics or batteries can cause, contact M&M Recycling today.
We have mentioned the fire hazards electronics and batteries can cause when they aren’t properly used or stored. Batteries shouldn’t simply be thrown in the trash or recycling bins. Many of them combine with other items and are treated as though they don’t contain hazardous contents inside. This causes the contents to pollute the environment and may even lead to fires in recycling facilities. Instead, it is recommended to safely hand it to a collection site. Try to collect the batteries in a safe environment like your house. Ensure that the environment meets the conditions mentioned in the previous section. When the batteries accumulate, you can contact a scrap metal company in Marietta, GA to see whether they will accept them. If they take it, for giving the batteries, the company will also pay you for how much the metals you handed are worth.
At M&M Recycling, we are one of the top-paying scrap metal buyers in Atlanta. Our facility is equipped to accept a wide range of ferrous and nonferrous materials, including copper, brass, lead batteries, aluminum cans, and more. Call us today to learn more about our services or to determine whether your batteries can be accepted.
