Have you ever considered the dusty box of old key fobs sitting in the back of your auto recycling facility? These seemingly insignificant items actually represent a valuable recycling opportunity and a chance to boost your revenue while contributing to a greener planet. J.J. Feregrino, President of We Buy Key Fobs, explains how easy and beneficial Key Fob Recycling can be for auto recyclers.
From Dealership Dilemma to Recycling Solution
J.J. Feregrino’s journey into key fob recycling began in 2011 at a used car dealership. He noticed a recurring problem: customers were often disappointed to receive only one key fob with their purchased vehicle. This sparked an idea, but it was initially set aside as a minor issue.
However, the idea resurfaced when J.J. stumbled upon a box of around fifty discarded key fobs destined for the trash. His boss explained they were from old vehicles and deemed useless. Recognizing a potential opportunity where others saw waste, J.J. asked if he could take them.
With his online sales experience, J.J. decided to experiment with selling these used key fobs online. He understood that there had to be a demand, imagining they could be reprogrammed or repurposed. More importantly, recycling them was a far better alternative than landfill disposal. Listing them on eBay proved his hunch correct; they sold quickly within weeks.
This small success ignited a bigger vision. J.J. advertised on Craigslist to buy old car keys, and his side project evolved into a full-fledged business. To date, he has successfully recycled over 1.5 million key fobs. His venture grew, leading him to establish We Buy Key Fobs, specifically focused on purchasing used key fobs, primarily from automotive businesses, with auto recyclers becoming major contributors.
A pile of various car key fobs, illustrating the concept of key fob recycling and the potential volume auto recyclers might accumulate.
Why Auto Recyclers are Key to Key Fob Recycling
Auto recyclers are uniquely positioned in the key fob recycling ecosystem. They naturally accumulate a large volume of unwanted key fobs during their daily operations. This consistent inflow makes them ideal partners for key fob recycling initiatives, often resulting in significant payouts for them.
J.J. recognized this early on and aimed to educate auto recyclers about the untapped potential of these small devices. The challenge wasn’t in convincing recyclers to collect them – their industry ethos already leans towards maximizing vehicle component recycling. The real hurdle was demonstrating that the effort of collecting and selling key fobs was worthwhile.
While larger auto parts understandably yield higher returns, the minimal effort required to collect key fobs makes it a highly efficient and profitable side stream. Simply tossing key fobs into a collection container during vehicle processing requires negligible extra time. Furthermore, contributing to vehicle part reuse aligns with the core values of automotive recycling.
Simple and Profitable Key Fob Recycling Process
Selling your collected key fobs is remarkably straightforward. For recyclers in Canada and the US, the process is as simple as boxing up the fobs and shipping them to We Buy Key Fobs. They even provide free shipping, eliminating any logistical or cost barriers for recyclers.
Reap the Rewards of Key Fob Recycling
The impact of recycling key fobs, though seemingly small-scale, is significant. Environmentally, it prevents harmful electronic waste from polluting landfills. Financially, it generates additional revenue for auto recyclers from items that would otherwise be discarded.
If you aren’t already participating in key fob recycling, consider integrating it into your auto recycling process. It’s an easy way to enhance your profitability and contribute to environmental sustainability.
Discover more about how you can benefit from key fob recycling and prevent these items from ending up in landfills by visiting www.webuykeyfobs.com.
