Designing business machines for disassembly and recycling

Important DFE (design for environment) factors that should be considered in the design of plastic parts for disassembly and recycling are identified and discussed. The discussion includes a review of the materials selection process; design concepts for plastic parts including wall thickness, drafts and radii, bosses, ribs, and inserts; fastening and joining; decorative coatings; conductive materials and platings and coatings; and marking and labeling of parts. The environmentally conscious attributes in a personal computer product presently in the market are also examined.<>