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Just an idea...

gam3t3ch

So I know sometimes we get boards and don't use them. Projects change over time and parts are abundant.

 

I would love e14 or Newark USA and Canada at least to offer a recycle programs.

 

We send in our unused or working parts we no longer need and others can apply. Schools, low income. And even us to receive boards and parts we might not be able to buy or a trading program linked to our profiles of boards and items to trade with other members. 

 

I understand that its all about making money in the end.  But to me its also about growing the community and the members being able to partake in events and project14.

So would be a interesting thing even if it was geared to project14 only as far as donations go and then packages being sent out to member understandably shipping would have to be covered by those sending and receiving.

 

Not sure the fine details but its something I think should be considered in the future. In my opinion of course.

 

Just a thought that crossed my mind.

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  • Hi Wesley,

     

    We have had this idea before.

    One of the big impediments is some of the technology restrictions on some of the boards.

     

    I suggest that you find a local maker space and donate your boards there or find some young budding makers in your area and pass them out.

     

    DAB

  • in reply to DAB

    DAB, what kind of technology restriction? I have always sent stuff here and there worldwide without problems. Is there something illegal ?

     

    Enrico

  • in reply to balearicdynamics

    Hi Enrico,

     

    Some manufacturers must comply with technology export laws.

    They always supply this information in the fine print, so you should at least review those notes before you ship a specific device to a specific country.

     

    The last thing you need is to be put on a watch list or banned from flying over an inexpensive, but sensitive technology board.

     

    Given the small quantities you are  trading, it is probably not a big deal, but all it takes is one complaint and you could be facing some serious legal action.

     

    So please verify that you are not in violation.

     

    I would hate to lose an Element14 member to some dungeon somewhere.

     

    DAB

  • in reply to mcb1

    Henry Ford is reported to have said that "It is impossible to make anything idiot proof because idiots are too ingenious."

     

    He was also reported to go through the shop and find the laziest worker and put him on a new machine.

    When he found the person lazing about, he would them have that person show everyone else how best to use the machine.  His reasoning is that the lazy guy would find the simplest way to use a complex machine in the shortest time.

     

    DAB

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  • in reply to mcb1

    Henry Ford is reported to have said that "It is impossible to make anything idiot proof because idiots are too ingenious."

     

    He was also reported to go through the shop and find the laziest worker and put him on a new machine.

    When he found the person lazing about, he would them have that person show everyone else how best to use the machine.  His reasoning is that the lazy guy would find the simplest way to use a complex machine in the shortest time.

     

    DAB

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