iFixit
19 December 2025
Become a Master of Microsoldering and Board Repair with iFixit and The Repair Academy in Chattanooga!
Why It Matters for ITAD
This signals a market shift where advanced refurbishment skills directly increase asset recovery value and reduce e-waste volume. For ITADs, developing or partnering with these technical capabilities can open higher-margin revenue streams and better serve the circular economy. It also provides a practical solution for managing devices with non-modular or soldered components that are otherwise scrapped.
UPDATE (originally published April 29, 2025): Our April and July 2025 sessions both sold out! Join us for the next session March 2-14, 2026. Are you ready to elevate your…
Key Takeaways
- • High-demand technical repair skills are commercially valuable for extending device lifespan and profitability.
- • Investing in advanced technician training can differentiate ITAD service offerings and improve sustainability metrics.
- • The sell-out courses indicate a strong market trend towards professional, component-level repair over wholesale replacement.
