Johannesburg – Desco Electronic Recyclers partner with Thortech, a leader in advanced radiation protection solutions, to increase safety standards and operational efficiency in the electronic recycling industry.
The collaboration integrates Thortech's comprehensive radiation protection management program into Desco's recycling operations.
Thortech turnkey solutions including advanced radiation detection systems, regulatory compliance consultations, training courses, radiological emergency assistance, and full-spectrum radiation safety consultations – make sure every batch of every batch is thoroughly screened and certified for no radiological contamination.
This aggressive approach is important in industries where hazardous materials across the medical, military and industrial sectors can inadvertently enter the recycle stream.
Because it focuses on the generation of circular economy, it is important to ensure that radioactive materials do not enter the recovery process.
According to Dr. Ryno Botha, CEO and founder of Thortech, the core of our services is to address the growing challenges of orphans and radioactive sources that have been carelessly introduced into recovery facilities.
“Even with strict regulations under the Hazardous Substances Act, many facilities struggle to meet legal standards for the management of radionuclides,” said Dr. Bosa.
“Being proactive will not only manage management of orphan sources, but also protect facilities, improve operational quality and improve overall risk management.
“Our goal is to ensure that dangerous materials do not compromise the operation of the facility.”
Desco's Managing Director Julio Araga says Thortech has provided value-added services to Desco with an innovative Radiation Monitoring Program (RPM) that detects orphan sources and ensures that its products are free of radiation contamination.
“In the e-waste sector where misunderstandings and careless errors about hazardous materials can occur, this partnership is a significant upgrade,” he explains.
“We ensure that the facilities are protected and that our clients receive the highest standards of safety and compliance.”
A recent market research by Gartner highlights the strategic importance of advanced safety measures in the electronic recycling industry.
Gartner's latest analytical project will be projected as the global E-Waste recycling market expands at a combined annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 9.2% over the next five years.
The findings show that over 35% of recycling facilities encounter compliance challenges related to unidentified radioactive materials. This is an issue that significantly increases operational risk.
Integrating advanced safety technologies such as Thortech's cutting edge radiation controllers reduce operational disruptions by up to 20% while minimizing regulatory non-compliance risks.
These detailed insights confirm that implementing proactive radiation protection measures is essential for safety and strategic factors to improve efficiency and competitiveness in the industry.
