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About Scott Snowden

Scott has been a reporter for over 25 yers, covering a diverse range of subjects from sub-atomic cold fusion physics to scuba diving off the Great Barrier Reef. He's now deeply invested in the world of recycling, green tech and environmental preservation.

Companies set to boost US rare earth magnet recycling

Published: July 31, 2025
Updated: July 31, 2025
by Scott Snowden

Electronics processor ILS will supply magnets sourced from end-of-life hard drives to HyProMag for rare earth recovery. | SolidMaks/Shutterstock

A new partnership between rare earth processor HyProMag USA and electronics recovery firm Intelligent Lifecycle Solutions aims to secure and sustain domestic access to rare earth magnets used in everything from electric vehicles to smartphones to missile systems. Continue Reading

Posted in News, Top stories | Tagged metals, refurbishment/reuse |

The latest e-scrap industry news

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Companies set to boost US rare earth magnet recycling
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Guilty pleas in surplus equipment disposal scheme
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Makor ERP to incorporate ESG reporting into platform
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