Paper Tiger in Gurnee, IL, offers comprehensive electronics recycling services for both residential and commercial customers. Here’s a summary of their offerings:​

📦 Accepted Electronics

  • Paper Tiger accepts a wide range of electronics for recycling, including:​
  • Computers & Peripherals: Desktops, laptops, flat-screen monitors (CRTs not accepted), hard drives, keyboards, mice, cables, and accessories.​
  • Office Equipment: Printers, fax machines, copiers, plotters, and projection equipment.​
  • Mobile Devices: Smartphones, tablets, PDAs, MP3 players, and cameras.​
  • Data Center Equipment: Servers, power distribution units, server racks, and mainframe equipment.​
  • Cable Equipment: Cable boxes (analog, digital, satellite).​
  • Note: CRT monitors and certain household appliances like microwaves, coffee makers, and blenders are not accepted.

💵 Pricing

  • Electronics Recycling: $1 per pound.​
  • Hard Drive Destruction: $5 per hard drive, which includes secure shredding at their facility

📅 Drop-Off Options

  • Electronics can be dropped off at our facility:
  • Regular Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
  • Saturday Shred Fest Events: Held on select Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, offering drive-up, no-contact service.