
First America
Morris, Illinois, United States
First America
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One of the largest electronics and metals recycling companies in the United States.
About First America
For years, electronic waste has been accumulating at an alarming rate, posing significant environmental challenges for businesses and individuals alike. Recycling practices have been inconsistent, with many struggling to find reliable, secure and transparent solutions for their diverse recycling needs.
The growing concern over environmental impact and the need for responsible electronic waste management has led businesses and individuals to seek trustworthy recycling partners. Many have faced the frustration of limited recycling options or ineffective methods that not only fail to extract the full value from their materials, but also expose their businesses to significant data breaches, leading to compromised sensitive information, loss of customer trust, and potential legal liabilities.
This is where First America comes in – the nation’s leader in electronics and metals recycling. Under common ownership, First America and METech provide a total solution for the unique recycling needs of our customers, assuring their products and sensitive data are treated with the utmost compliance, care and security throughout the entire electronics recycling journey while maximizing value. With an extensive network and eight strategic locations nationwide, we can cater to diverse industries and meet customers where they are.
Through our collaboration with METech, our capabilities have expanded, allowing us to deliver a seamless one-stop shop experience to our valued customers. Our commitment to handling every aspect of the recycling process internally with our dedicated team of experienced professionals sets us apart in the market. By avoiding reliance on external dependencies, we can assure our customers that their products and sensitive data are treated with the utmost care, compliance, transparency, and security throughout the recycling journey. Jointly, First America and METech have 8 regional locations all of which are fully certified to industry standards——allowing us to properly manage the secure movement, tracking, reuse and responsible recycling of electronic materials.
Mission
To sustain continuous growth by delivering world-class service and value to the metal and electronics recycling industries through product expertise, market advantage, processing technology, service diversity and regional locations to mutual advantage.
Vision
At First America, our vision is to be the premier provider of sustainable recycling solutions, serving diverse industries across the nation. With decades of experience in the business, we possess the knowledge and expertise to seamlessly adapt to the ever-changing technological landscape. As new technologies emerge, we are committed to staying at the forefront, offering unparalleled support and tailored solutions to meet our clients’ evolving needs.
Description of Services
Industries We Serve:
Solar PV Equipment
Let's work together to keep things bright and green, today and for years to come. Ask about our responsible solar waste management.
Consumer Returns
Each year, businesses struggle with consumer returns that risk turning into waste. Transform these challenges into sustainable opportunities.
Government Offices
For the government, recycling is not just a matter of environmental stewardship—it's a question of maintaining trust and national security.
Aircrafts and Parts
We're your co-pilots on the ground, ensuring your legacy isn't just written in the skies but also in responsible, earth-friendly practices.
Electric Vehicle Parts
Let's drive forward together, ensuring that the roads we travel are not just free of emissions but also tread lightly on our planet.
Healthcare
You're not just choosing any recycling service, but a solution that safeguards both the wellbeing of your patients and the health of our planet.
AI And Robotics
Let's innovate for a greener tomorrow, making sure your tech breakthroughs are as good for the planet as they are for business.
Education
Let's work together to turn your obsolete resources into opportunities—making your campus cleaner, greener, and more financially efficient.
Telecommunications
We're here to ensure that technological progress doesn't mean environmental compromise. Let's keep the world connected and clean, together.
Manufacturing
With our strategic approach, we provide solutions that are as sophisticated and diverse as the manufacturing industry itself.
Data and IT
We’re committed to revolutionizing the IT landscape, ensuring technological advancements benefit both your business and the environment.
What we do
OUR SERVICES
IT Asset Management
Companies need information to make business decisions about end of life products, and some have high-risk sensitivity due to regulatory considerations. We provide the needed information enabling business to make the right decisions reducing cost and potential liability.
Parts Harvesting
Many companies require parts to be harvested from an end-of-life devices to be made available for service and warranty repairs, and in the manufacturing of new devices. First America has the expertise to properly harvest and package parts, so our customers can access these valuable secondary source of support components.
Certified Data Destruction
Companies with proprietary device elements may require the guaranteed destruction of their products. We ensure that your data destruction processes align with industry regulations and legal requirements, reducing the risk of costly fines and legal repercussions.
Resale
First America knows that many electronics and devices are more valuable in their original state. If reselling an electronic device is an option, we will actively look for markets and potential buyers that value the electronics in their original built state. Best of all, we share the revenue from the resale with our customers!
Data Management
We value the security and protection of our brands like yours. First America provides secure data destruction services for sensitive or confidential information stored on disposed electronics.
Transportation and Logistics
First America assists our customers in transporting their end-of-life electronics. Our logistics services include modes of transportation capable of accommodating virtually any need anywhere, in a cost-effective and timely manner.
Shredding and Refining
Our shredder magnetics precisely separates ferrous and aluminum from other plastics, fiber and precious metals. This level of precision allows us to extract maximum value from the recycling process.

