What types of IT equipment can be harvested for reuse?

Servers, desktops, laptops, storage arrays, and networking equipment can all be assessed for viable components. Usable parts are then tested, wiped, and refurbished for reuse or resale.

Why is component harvesting important for sustainability?

It supports circular economy practices by reducing electronic waste, lowering carbon emissions, and maximising the value of IT assets through reuse instead of disposal.

How do I know the data on harvested components has been securely erased?

Each erasure is verified and accompanied by a Blancco Certificate of Erasure, providing a tamper-proof audit trail and proof of GDPR-compliant data sanitisation.

Can harvested components be reused within my organisation?

Yes. Many businesses choose to redeploy certified, tested components internally to reduce costs and improve sustainability while maintaining security and compliance standards.

How does certification ensure transparency and traceability in component harvesting?

Every data-bearing device processed through Blancco Certified Erasure generates a detailed certificate that records the date, method, serial number, and outcome of each erasure. This certification provides full transparency and traceability across the entire process, proving that all data was securely sanitised before components were harvested or reused.

Why is traceability important in the component harvesting and reuse process?

Traceability ensures accountability and data security by allowing every device and component to be tracked from collection through erasure, testing, and reuse. It provides customers with confidence that their assets have been handled responsibly, securely, and in accordance with GDPR and industry standards.

Secure Data Destruction

Name: DGD Papers Ltd.
Address: Bay M1, Raheen Business Park, Raheen, Limerick, Limerick, V94 ED34, Ireland
Telephone: 1800 491 333
Price range: Contact for quote

What is Secure Data Destruction?

Secure data destruction is the process of rendering information on storage devices permanently inaccessible so it cannot be recovered or misused by one of two methods.

- Physical destruction (Hard Drive Shredding): The storage medium is physically destroyed, so data recovery is impossible. This method is the most definitive option for devices that are damaged, retired beyond reuse, or require absolute assurance that data cannot be reconstructed.
- Blancco-certified data erasure: industry-standard software repeatedly overwrites data and produces a verifiable, auditable report proving that information has been irretrievably removed. This approach preserves the hardware for reuse while meeting recognised compliance standards.

Which option is better?

Either approach will prevent data breaches, support legal and regulatory compliance like the GDPR, and reduce reputational and financial risk.

Choosing between physical destruction and certified erasure depends on the device condition, regulatory requirements, environmental goals, and whether the hardware will be reused. Secure data destruction is not a single action but a documented, auditable process with a strict chain of custody policy that protects personal, commercial and sensitive data at every step.

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Physical Destruction Process

Secure Collection

Security-vetted operatives collect and transport IT Assets in sealed containers with tamper-proof seals

Asset Dismantelling & Registry

Asset components identified, removed from outer casings, and registered for auditing purposes.

Data Destruction

All data-bearing components are securely destroyed using specialised data shredding equipment.

Certificate of Destruction

Detailed Certificates of Destruction are issued on completion, providing clients with peace of mind

Certified Data Erasure

Asset Dismantelling & Registry

Data-bearing devices such as HHD & SSD are removed from their outer casings and serial numbers are registered

Secure Data Erasure

Blancco data erasure software is used so that all data is wiped & unrecoverable, compliant with international standards.

Component Harvesting

All harvested parts undergo functionality testing to ensure they are safe and fully operational.

Component Reuse

Non-data-bearing parts, like RAM, PSUs, and screens, are harvested for reuse in the secondary market

Customer Reporting

Clients receive a detailed report outlining the processed items, including serial numbers and component outcomes, indicating whether each item has been reused, recycled, or destroyed.

Compliance

Certificates of destruction and/or Erasure are proof that personal data has been disposed of securely in accordance with data protection legislation and the GDPR

Sustainability

Harvesting extends the lifecycle of IT components, keeping valuable materials in use and reducing waste. The service demonstrates commitment to responsible disposal environmental protection and sustainable IT Management.

Onsite Hard Drive Shredding

DGD Technology’s Onsite Hard Drive Shredding service provides organisations across Ireland with a secure, compliant solution for destroying hard drives directly at your premises. Using modern mobile shredding units, our security-vetted, trained operatives offer complete destruction while you witness the process firsthand.

Each drive is shredded into irrecoverable fragments, and a Certificate of Destruction is issued for full GDPR and ISO compliance. This service offers maximum convenience, transparency, and peace of mind, ensuring your confidential data is responsibly destroyed.

What Types of Media Do We Erase or Destroy?

Our comprehensive destruction services cover a wide range of digital media

We ensure that each type of media is securely destroyed using methods appropriate to its format.

If you are unsure if your media device qualifies for secure destruction, then get in contact with our specialist team that will advise on the best solution for your business.

Hard Drives
(HDD)

Solid-State Drives (SDD)

Servers & Data Equipment

Desktop PC's & Laptops

Network
Equipment

Mobile Devices & Tablets

USB's

Backup Tapes

Microfiche & Film

Contact us

To discuss your Secure Hard Drive Destruction requirements, get in touch with our dedicated sales team. Our expert specialists will walk you through all our services to find a solution to suit your business needs.

1800 491 333

sales@dgdshredding.ie

Why Choose DGD for Secure Data Destruction?

Nationwide Service

We work with businesses all over Ireland, from SMEs to large-scale data centres, offering a range of ITAD and Destruction Services tailored to meet the requirements of the business

Full Audit Trail

Every item of processed IT hardware is documented and traceable for regulatory compliance

GDPR Compliant

All processes are maintained to a high level of destruction standards through the ISO9001:2015 Quality Management System, incorporating EN15713 Secure Destruction of Confidential Data Code of Practice

Secure Delivery

All data destruction will be carried out by our expert personnel at our secure off-site facility

Sustainable Practices

Sustainability is considered in every aspect of the business whether it is re-use, refurbishment, or recycling

Certified Destruction

Certified Destruction trusted by governments, defence, healthcare, and financial institutions.

Is Data Destruction GDPR Compliant?

Yes, Certified data destruction ensures that all data is completely unrecoverable. When supported by verifiable certificates of destruction and full chain-of-custody documentation, it provides a transparent and auditable record proving GDPR compliance.

Magnetic Media Destruction

Different types of data storage require specific methods of destruction. For magnetic media, like hard drives and tapes, the safest approach is specialised destruction. Microfilm, microfiche, and magnetic media need advanced processing to reduce them to tiny, unrecoverable pieces.

Our two-step process handles small items like phones, SIM cards, and USB drives, ensuring they meet the strictest shredding standards (Shred level H6 EN15713). Our entire facility is monitored by CCTV and open to inspection.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I just erase the data instead of destroying the hard drive?

Yes. We offer a certified data erasure service, which meets international standards and provides verifiable certificates of sanitisation.

Is your hard drive destruction process certified?

Yes. Our process complies with EN15713 and GDPR standards. A Certificate of Destruction is issued for every job, ensuring your legal and compliance obligations are met.

Can I witness the destruction of my hard drives?

Absolutely. Our secure on-site destruction service allows you to observe the entire shredding process at your premises for full peace of mind.

Do you offer one-time or bulk destruction services?

Yes. We handle everything from one-off purges to bulk destruction of thousands of drives. Our service is flexible to suit businesses of all sizes.

Is your process GDPR compliant?

Yes. We are fully GDPR-compliant and provide an audit trail and Certificate of Destruction for every job.

Do I have to remove the hard drives before they are collected?

No. Hard drives can be collected while still housed in their laptops, desktops, servers, or other devices. Our in-house team of experts will remove the hard drives, and process them for destruction using our specialist equipment.