EPOS Hardware Recycling: Secure Sustainable Disposal Guide

Retail and hospitality businesses rely on EPOS hardware every day, yet the lifecycle of that equipment is often overlooked. When tills, screens, payment devices or back-office terminals reach the end of their service life, it is essential that they are disposed of safely and responsibly. Data security, environmental compliance and cost all need to be considered.

This is where choosing the right recycling partner becomes important.

Why Responsible EPOS Recycling Matters

Outdated hardware can create risk if it is not managed correctly. Old terminals may still contain sensitive information and many components qualify as electronic waste. Businesses must ensure that equipment is processed in line with GDPR, Data Protection and WEEE legislation to avoid unnecessary exposure.

Responsible recycling ensures that:

• Business data is fully destroyed
• Hazardous materials are handled with care
• Components are recovered or repurposed
• The environmental impact is reduced

Working with a specialist provider helps businesses meet their legal obligations while supporting sustainability goals.

Introducing CCL: Secure EPOS Disposal Managed End to End

CCL (North) Ltd, based in the UK, are experts in secure data destruction and electronic waste recycling. They specialise in the processing of EPOS hardware and understand the unique requirements that retailers face when retiring tills or back-office equipment.

Their process is built around security. Advanced shredding technology ensures that data-bearing devices are destroyed to the highest standard, giving businesses peace of mind that information is safe from recovery or misuse.

Every device is then dismantled and sorted to maximise recycling rates. Metals, plastics and electronic components are carefully separated to ensure nothing is landfilled and support a circular economy approach.

Specialist Screen and Monitor Recycling

CCL work closely with their sister company Restructa Ltd, also based in the UK. Restructa are Scotland’s only dedicated display recycler and work with companies throughout the wider UK. This allows both businesses to manage the full recycling journey in house, including the safe processing of:

• EPOS systems
• Customer-facing screens
• Touchscreens
• Digital signage displays

Screens are treated with the same high standards as all other equipment, ensuring materials are recovered safely. This in-house capability removes the need for third-party processing and keeps the entire workflow controlled, traceable and compliant.

Confidence Through Compliance

Retailers and hospitality operators need assurance that retired EPOS equipment is handled correctly. By working with CCL, businesses receive confirmation that their devices are processed in accordance with:

• GDPR
• Data Protection guidance
• WEEE legislation

This reduces compliance risk and provides a clear audit trail.

Supporting a Sustainable Future

Recycling EPOS equipment is more than an operational requirement. It helps businesses reduce waste, lower their carbon footprint and support a circular economy. Sustainable disposal is increasingly important for organisations that want to demonstrate environmental responsibility to customers and stakeholders.

Choosing a trusted recycler allows businesses to retire equipment with confidence, knowing it is handled securely and with respect for the environment.

CCL are fully licenced and accredited and adhere to or exceed all UK and European legislation, ensuring businesses are legally and environmentally compliant too. You can contact them by calling 01294 278844 or via their website contact page.

Your 5-Step EPOS Recycling Checklist

Use this simple checklist to ensure every hardware refresh is secure, compliant and sustainable.

1. Wipe or destroy all data first Remove or factory-reset devices where possible, then ensure a professional service performs certified data destruction (minimum 3-pass overwrite or physical shredding) on every till, payment terminal and back-office PC. Request a data-destruction certificate.
2. Choose a fully licensed WEEE partner Confirm your recycler holds a valid AATF (Approved Authorised Treatment Facility) licence and T11 exemption for screens. Check they are GDPR-aware and provide waste transfer notes for every collection.
3. Arrange tracked and audited collection Never use standard skips or general waste firms. Book a secure, tracked collection with serial-number logging so you keep a full audit trail from store to final processing.
4. Maximise material recovery (especially screens) Use a specialist who processes touchscreens and monitors in-house (like Restructa) rather than exporting them. This keeps compliance UK-based and pushes recycling rates above 95% with zero to landfill.
5. Get the paperwork and report your impact Receive your Certificate of Destruction, Waste Transfer Note and recycling report. Use the data for your ESG reporting and prove to customers you take responsible disposal seriously.

Tick all five and you’ll stay compliant, protect customer data and genuinely support the circular economy.

Thinking About Upgrading Your EPOS?

RMS supply modern EPoS hardware and cloud-based retail systems designed to support long-term performance. If you are planning a hardware refresh or exploring new operational tools, we can help you choose a solution that meets your needs.

Get in touch to discuss how we can support your upgrade and connect you with responsible recycling for your outgoing equipment.

Why Choose RMS?

RMS has supported ambitious businesses since 2004, delivering tailored software and EPoS hardware from the Shetland Islands to the Seychelles. We work across most retail & wholesale verticals, contact us to see how we can help empower your staff with intuitive EPoS.

Let us show you how OpSuite EPoS turns onboarding and user experience into your greatest strength.

Information correct at the time of publication.