In a recent feature article, Kevin Purdy from Ars Technica offered in-depth look inside SK Tes’ industry-leading IT asset disposition (ITAD) operations. The article, “Where hyperscale hardware goes to retire,” takes readers on a guided tour of our state-of-the-art facility, where end-of-life data center equipment from some of the world’s largest cloud and hyperscale companies is securely processed, refurbished, and repurposed at scale.
"The biggest risk is data escape." Eric Ingebretsen, Chief Commercial Officer, SK Tes
The piece explores how SK Tes is setting new standards in secure data destruction, environmental responsibility, and operational efficiency. Our facility’s ability to process thousands of devices each day—while meeting strict global compliance standards like IEEE 2883-2022—demonstrates how we’re addressing the growing demand for responsible ITAD solutions in an increasingly digital and sustainability-conscious world. The article emphasizes how our commitment to reuse and resource recovery not only reduces e-waste, but also supports the circular economy by extending the life of valuable IT components.
"The details of each unit - CPU, memory, HDD size - are taken down and added to the asset tag, and the device is sent on to be physically examined. This step is important because many a concealed drive finds its way into this line." Kent Green, SK Tes' Virginia Site Manager
The feature also highlights the human side of the operation—our team of experts who bring precision, care, and innovation to every part of the process. Whether it’s ensuring data is irreversibly destroyed, recovering precious materials, or preparing hardware for second life, the work happening inside our facilities has far-reaching impact across both environmental and data security landscapes.
We’re proud to have our work recognized by Ars Technica and to share how SK Tes is helping shape the future of hyperscale hardware lifecycle management. Read the full article here.
An SK Tes Team Member Processes servers at the SK Tes Virginia Hyperscale ITAD Facility featured in Ars Technica.
