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Do you refine platinum from pacemakers? – From John in St. Louis, MO
Written on January 27, 2015 at 3:06 pm, by Arch Enterprises
Q: Do you refine platinum from pacemakers? – From John in St. Louis, MO
Medical Device Recycling
A: Hi John!
Unfortunately, pacemakers do not have enough platinum to be cost effective to process and offer a return payment. Medical devices such as EP catheter tips and defibrillator pads contain higher amounts of platinum and are more ideal for refining.
If you have either of these items you can send the pacemakers along with these items. Or if you would like to dispose of the pacemakers in an environmentally secure manner, we can assist you, however, there would …
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5 Steps to Recycle Platinum from EP Catheter Tips
Written on January 6, 2015 at 9:40 am, by Arch Enterprises
QUESTION: Do you work with hospitals for refining EP Catheter Tips?
EP Catheter Recycling
ANSWER: Thank you for your inquiry. YES! We do work with hospitals and medical offices on a regular basis to refine platinum from medical devices such as EP Catheter Tips. We would be happy to quote you on the processing and recycling of your EP Tips. Our EP Recycling Program leaves zero margins for diminishing returns. When your material is sent to us, you will know the exact precious metal contents within each tip. In order to give you the most accurate estimate, we would need …
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Electrophysiology Platinum Tips for Sale
Written on June 1, 2010 at 8:11 am, by Arch Enterprises
Hi, I have about one pound of electrophysiology platinum tips for sale. Could you let me know how much you pay for this type of material and what the best method to ship is? Thanks From Neil in St. Louis, Missouri
