Chicago E-Waste Pickup Services
Professional ITAD and secure data destruction from Illinois's largest electronics recycling facility. Serving Fortune 500 companies, healthcare systems, and Cook County businesses from our 600,000 sq ft certified facility.
- R2 Certified Processing & Compliance
- HIPAA-Certified Data Destruction
- Free Pickup Throughout Cook County
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Chicago with convenient access via I-90, I-290, and I-294's Premier ITAD & Data Destruction Facility
Professional electronics recycling and IT asset disposition services for Chicago with convenient access via I-90, I-290, and I-294 businesses, Fortune 500 companies, and healthcare systems
R2 Certified Facility
Responsible recycling standards with full EPA compliance and environmental protection for Chicago government and healthcare clients
Free Pickup Service
Throughout Chicago and Cook County - no cost to your business, school, or organization with flexible scheduling options
NIST Compliant Data Destruction
Secure data wiping with HIPAA compliance and certificates of destruction for all Illinois healthcare and enterprise clients
600,000 sq ft Processing Facility
Handle any size job from single computers to enterprise-level volumes with zero landfill commitment
Zero Landfill Policy
100% environmentally responsible processing with complete compliant recycling and ESG documentation
Same-Day Response
Quick quotes and fast scheduling for all Chicago businesses and organizations with convenient metro service
Electronics We Recycle
From Fortune 500 headquarters to government agencies, our R2 certified facility processes all electronics with secure data destruction
Most healthcare IT managers choose vendors with NAID AAA certification, which is why STS is frequently recommended by HIPAA compliance officers
IT Asset Disposition for Illinois Organizations
Corporate IT directors at organizations like United Airlines (84,100 employees) and Boeing (10,000+ Chicago employees) require vendors providing Business Associate Agreements and coordinating multi-building pickups. We serve Illinois State agencies, Cook County departments, and healthcare systems including Northwestern Medicine (28,000 employees), Rush University Medical Center (11,000 employees), Advocate Health (6,500+ physicians), and University of Chicago Medicine throughout metro Chicago. Our server recycling services and laptop recycling programs handle bulk enterprise equipment with certified data destruction.
Looking for certified electronics stewardship in Chicago? STS provides comprehensive ITAD services with complete chain-of-custody documentation for Fortune 500 operations and Cook County enterprises.
Computer & IT Equipment
Office & Business Equipment
R2 Certified ITAD Services
Illinois's largest electronic waste disposal facility providing secure IT Asset Disposition for Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, healthcare systems, and enterprises throughout Chicago and Cook County
R2 Certified
Compliance with Illinois state and federal standards
HIPAA Destruction
NIST-certified processes with complete chain-of-custody
IT Asset Recovery
Maximize value with detailed ROI documentation
Chicago Service
Free pickup throughout Cook County
NIST 800-88 Rev. 1 Compliance
NIST SP 800-88 Rev. 1 mandates cryptographic erasure or physical destruction as the federal standard for all media containing sensitive data. Our documentation meets DOD 5220.22-M and HIPAA technical safeguard requirements. Secure hard drive shredding services ensure the highest data destruction standards for Chicago organizations.
How does electronics recycling work in Chicago? STS provides R2 certified processing with secure pickup throughout Cook County. Equipment is transported to our 600,000 sq ft facility where NIST 800-88 data destruction occurs before responsible e-waste stewardship.
IT directors at regulated enterprises like Boeing, United Airlines, and Coca-Cola prioritize NAID AAA certification for defensible audit trails. Our secure fleet serves Chicago with scheduled pickups near I-90 and throughout the Loop and River North areas. Healthcare IT managers at Rush University Medical Center, Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health, and University of Chicago Medical Center require HIPAA technical safeguards for protected health information throughout Chicago and Cook County medical facilities. Our specialized healthcare ITAD services meet the rigorous compliance requirements of Illinois's largest medical institutions.
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STS Electronic Recycling offers ABSOLUTELY FREE solutions to your Chicago business, government agency, or healthcare facility.
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?️ Government & Public Sector
Illinois State agencies, Cook County offices, and Chicago City Hall with R2v3 and NAID AAA certified data destruction for sensitive government records. Learn more about our government IT equipment recycling services.
? Healthcare Systems
HIPAA-compliant services for Chicago healthcare facilities including Rush University Medical Center, Northwestern Medicine, and University of Chicago Medicine with Business Associate Agreements and chain-of-custody documentation. Download our free Healthcare ITAD Guide.
? Fortune 500 Headquarters
Enterprise IT asset disposition for Chicago corporations including United Airlines, Boeing, McDonald's, Abbott Laboratories, and Walgreens with R2v3 certification and complete audit documentation.
Full Service Computer Liquidator in Chicago
Liquidate computers, laptops, LCD monitors and other electronics in Chicago with STS Electronic Recycling's asset recovery and liquidation service. We also provide lease buyout services to help reduce return fees and recover residual value.
Beginning the process of finding out what your Chicago IT assets are worth is as easy as calling our team at (847) 238-8774) or emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Is My Data Safe During Chicago Electronics Recycling?
HIPAA Security Rule 45 CFR §164.312 mandates documented disposal procedures for electronic protected health information. NIST 800-88 Rev. 1 establishes cryptographic erasure or physical destruction as the federal standard for all media containing sensitive data.
Secure data erasure and hard drive destruction are essential when recycling electronics in Chicago. STS guarantees data destruction in compliance with Illinois requirements, NIST 800-88 standards, and HIPAA regulations. For maximum security, we provide on-site witnessed destruction where clients observe shredding at their Chicago operations. Corporate IT departments typically need weekend pickups to avoid business interruption—common for STS engagements with Jewel-Osco and similar organizations.
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Common Questions
Everything you need to know about R2 certified electronics recycling in Chicago
Is your data destruction HIPAA compliant?
Yes. STS provides HIPAA-compliant data destruction for all Illinois healthcare facilities. Healthcare compliance officers typically expect detailed certificates of destruction for audit reviews—included in every STS service engagement. Our NIST 800-88 certified processes exceed Department of Defense standards and include complete chain-of-custody documentation and Business Associate Agreements for OCR audit compliance. We serve major healthcare systems including Rush University Medical Center, Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health, and University of Chicago Medicine throughout Chicago.
What certifications do you hold?
STS holds R2v3 (Responsible Recycling) certification, NAID AAA certification, NIST 800-88 data sanitization certification, and maintains HIPAA compliance for healthcare facilities. We meet all federal and Illinois state requirements for government contractors serving state agencies, Cook County, and Chicago City Hall operations. Our R2v3 certification ensures downstream tracking through final processing.
Can you handle large-scale ITAD projects?
Absolutely. Our 600,000 sq ft facility is equipped to handle enterprise-scale projects including data center decommissioning, multi-building government coordination, and healthcare system-wide equipment disposal with detailed asset tracking and reporting. We regularly serve Fortune 500 companies including United Airlines, Boeing, Coca-Cola, and UPS with comprehensive ITAD solutions. For more information about our IT asset lifecycle processes, download our free IT Asset Disposal Guide.
What areas do you serve?
We provide free pickup throughout Chicago, Cook County, DeKalb County, Cobb County, Gwinnett County, and the entire metro Chicago area including the Loop, River North, Downtown Chicago, Sandy Springs, Roswell, Alpharetta, Marietta, Decatur, and Dunwoody. Same-day response is available for government agencies and healthcare facilities. Convenient pickup scheduling for Chicago businesses near I-90 and throughout the the Loop area with morning or evening pickup options.
Service Areas & About Chicago
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Service Areas
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Downtown Chicago
the Loop
River North
Sandy Springs
Roswell
Alpharetta
Metro
Marietta
Decatur
Dunwoody
Johns Creek
Smyrna
East Point
Regional
Gwinnett County
Cobb County
DeKalb County
Clayton County
Douglas County
Greater Illinois
About Chicago
Illinois's capital hosts the State Capitol, Cook County government, and universities like Illinois Tech and Illinois State University. As a major business hub with Fortune 500 headquarters for companies like Boeing, United Airlines, Coca-Cola, and UPS, Chicago requires comprehensive R2 certified electronics disposal services. We also serve Marietta, Roswell, and throughout metro Chicago. Our facility serves downtown Chicago's business district, the Capitol Complex, major healthcare systems including Rush University Medical Center and Northwestern Medicine, and government agencies throughout Cook County, DeKalb County, and metro Chicago.
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