TBS can provide a complete refining package for clients that generate precious metal bearing items. It is very important to have a complete understanding of the types of items the client generates, the volume levels and the actual expected value of the item. Once this information is determined a proper solution can be suggested.

Economics are always a concern in order to preserve the value of the item and attain the best bottom line per pound. The client will have the following options available and a recommendation by TBS as to the best solution under the particular circumstances:

• Out right purchase
• Processing under contract
• Processing under cost plus program (DIRECT SMELTER CONTRACT)

Items Considered for Refining

• PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARDS POPULATED WITH PARTS
• CONNECTORS
• GOLD PLATED PROCESSOR CHIPS
• INTEGRATED CIRCUIT CHIPS
• RELAYS
• SWITCHES
• TELEPHONE SCRAP
• GOLD PLATED BOARD BLANKS
• CELL PHONES
• CONTACTS CONTAINING PRECIOUS METALS
• SILVER WIRE
• GOLD AND SILVER PLATED PINS
• SOLUTIONS CONTAINING PRECIOUS METALS
• AND MANY MANY MORE TOO NUMEROUS TO LIST.

TBS can provide estimates of value through assay and determine a cost analysis for the client.