Recycling is a concept most of us welcome in our modern world. We recycle bottles, newspapers, even cell phones. We understand the environmental benefits of reducing waste. A sector of recycling that most do not stop to think about is industrial recycling. What happens when large power plants or factories need to replace major systems, such as circuit breakers or switchgear? Where do those hazardous materials go?

Switchgear is used to power everything from homes to large industrial plants, and as most machines do, switchgear occasionally wears out and needs to be replaced. The real question is: Do these older units need to be replaced or simply repaired? Remanufactured or rebuilt switchgear is often the best choice, both economically and environmentally.

Terminology will vary as you shop around for rebuilt units. “Remanufactured,” “retrofilled,” “retrofitted,” and “repair” are some terms you may hear. What matters is not the terminology but rather the equipment’s condition, the available warranty, and the ability of the supplier to fit a rebuilt circuit breaker into your current system.

A reputable service provider should be able to supply all history on the unit, give some type of warranty, and rebuild or retrofit the unit in place of your existing one. Recycled materials can save both the environment and your budget.

Contact Circuit Breaker Sales NE today to learn more about remanufactured electrical equipment.