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Precious Metal Refining Services

Since 1983, ADS Gold Inc. has been offering expert Precious Metal Refining Services. Today, our refining capabilities cover a wide range of Precious Metal applications across various industries. Our commitment to recycling has expanded into a company with three divisions, equipped to meet most industrial recycling demands. Below is a brief overview of the services ADS Gold provides. If you don’t find what you’re looking for, feel free to reach out and ask.

Services Offered by ADS Gold

ADS Gold, Inc., a trusted leader in precious metals refining since 1983, offers comprehensive services tailored to various industries, including plating, electronics, jewelry, and dental sectors. Our primary services include:

  • Precious Metals Refining: We specialize in reclaiming and refining precious metals such as gold, silver, platinum, palladium, and rhodium from industrial liquid waste, electronic scrap, gold-plated items, and burnable materials. Utilizing advanced technologies, we ensure the highest yields and optimal returns for our clients.
  • Chemical Sales and Technical Consulting: Through our Elite-Tech Services division, we provide sales of chemicals and equipment for electroplating applications. Our technical consulting services assist clients in optimizing metal finishing processes, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  • Non-Precious Metals Recycling and E-Waste Management: PL Metals, another division of ADS Gold, focuses on recycling non-precious metals from various scrap materials and plastics. We are also a state-licensed collector of electronic waste (e-waste), promoting environmental sustainability through responsible recycling practices.
With over 30 years of experience, ADS Gold is committed to delivering exceptional services that maximize value and support environmental sustainability.

Highest Quality in the Industry

At ADS Gold, Inc., we uphold the highest quality control standards throughout every stage of the refining process, from our initial meeting to the final result. We treat each lot, regardless of size, with the utmost precision and care to ensure accurate refining yields and full accountability. To further guarantee the accuracy of our results, we utilize third-party assay labs for independent verification. This unbiased confirmation of refining returns provides our customers with confidence and reassures them of the accuracy of their ADS Gold settlement.

Mission Statement

It is our goal to identify and understand our customers’ needs. To perform at the highest Industry standard and to accomplish our work with the utmost integrity.

Customer Satisfaction

Since 1983, ADS Gold has proudly partnered with the plating, electronics, jewelry, and dentistry industries. Customer satisfaction has been key to our long-term success, building the foundation for enduring business relationships that have lasted for decades. Our reputation for offering fast, fair service and prompt payment has made us a trusted and reliable partner for businesses of all sizes across these trade channels.

Industries Served

ELECTROPLATING

The electroplating industry specializes in applying thin metal coatings to surfaces through an electrochemical process, enhancing the durability, corrosion resistance, and aesthetic appeal of materials like steel, plastic, and aluminum. This technique is widely used across industries such as automotive, electronics, jewelry, and aerospace. Alongside electroplating, precious metal refining services are crucial for extracting and purifying valuable metals like gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. These services ensure the efficient recovery of precious metals from scrap or old products, allowing for their reuse in manufacturing and other industries. Together, electroplating and precious metal refining contribute to sustainable practices and the creation of high-quality, long-lasting products.

ELECTRONICS

The electronics manufacturing industry involves the production of components like circuit boards, semiconductors, and connectors, which are essential for devices ranging from smartphones to computers. Precious metal refining services play a key role in this sector by recovering valuable metals such as gold, silver, and palladium from electronic waste and scrap. These refined metals are crucial for electronics manufacturing, as they are used in critical components for their excellent conductivity, corrosion resistance, and reliability. By providing a sustainable source of high-quality materials, precious metal refining helps the electronics industry reduce costs, minimize environmental impact, and ensure a steady supply of essential metals.

E-WASTE

Electronics waste aggregators play a vital role in collecting, sorting, and processing discarded electronic devices, such as smartphones, computers, and household appliances. These organizations help divert electronic waste from landfills and ensure that valuable materials are recovered and recycled. Precious metal refining services support e-waste aggregators by extracting precious metals like gold, silver, platinum, and palladium from electronic scrap. These refined metals, due to their high value and importance in electronics manufacturing, provide a sustainable and profitable solution for both the aggregators and the refining industry. This collaboration promotes environmental responsibility and supports a circular economy by reintroducing valuable resources into the production cycle.

SCRAP RECYCLERS

Scrap metal recyclers collect and process discarded metals from various sources, including old machinery, construction debris, and electronic waste, with the goal of reusing valuable materials. Precious metal refining services support scrap metal recyclers by extracting high-value metals like gold, silver, platinum, and palladium from the collected scrap. These metals, often found in small quantities within electronic components or jewelry, are purified and refined for reuse in manufacturing. By partnering with refining services, scrap metal recyclers can maximize the value of their materials, reduce waste, and contribute to sustainable resource management, ensuring that precious metals are effectively recovered and reintroduced into the market.

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  • Precious Metals

    Recycling of Gold, Silver, and Platinum Group Metals.

  • Liquid Waste

    Reclaim and Refining of Precious Metals from liquid waste products, such as spent plating baths, rinse waters, gold strip solutions, etc.

  • HazMat Transportation

    Provide Transportation of precious metals waste products. Hazardous Waste Manifest, required Labels, and Land Disposal Restriction documentation is also provided as part of our service.

  • Gold Plate

    Reclaim and Refining of Precious Metals from Gold Plated items that require Stripping of Gold from parts.

  • Burnable Materials

    Reclaim and Refining of Precious Metals from Burnable items, such as Barrel Plating media, Goldbug cathodes, Ion exchange resins, Filters, Wipes, items with Encapsulated PM, etc..

  • Electronics Waste

    Recycling and refining Precious Metals from Electronic Scrap. This includes IC’s, Populated PCB’s, Chip Capacitors, Resistors, and more..

  • ITAR

    ITAR registered, so we can handle military property for destruction. A certificate of destruction is issued for ITAR materials.

  • CAL-Recycler

    State Licensed Collector of e-Waste through the CAL-Recycle program. This includes items such as computer monitors, televisions, CPU’s, printers, fax machines, etc.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • HAZARDOUS WASTE

    The State of California requires that all hazardous waste entering the state be documented on a Hazardous Waste Manifest. ADS Gold Inc. cannot accept hazardous waste without a properly completed Hazardous Waste Manifest. Any hazardous waste arriving at ADS Gold Inc. without this required documentation will be returned to the shipper at their expense. Please note that some materials, including those from which precious metals are reclaimed, may not be considered hazardous in other states but are classified as hazardous in California. Additionally, each Hazardous Waste Manifest must be accompanied by a Land Disposal Restriction Form. For these forms, please contact ADS Gold Customer Service, and we will provide them at no charge.

  • DOCUMENTATION

    All materials received must be accompanied by the appropriate MSDS and applicable regulatory documents.

  • SPECIAL HANDLING

    ADS Gold and PL Metals will always consider special handling requests, but please make any requests prior to transfer materials to ADS Gold’s possession.

  • PROCESSING TIMES

    • Gold and silver solutions and filters - 30 days.
    • Most burn and melt items - 45 days.
    • High grade melt items - 15 days or less.

  • PRICING

    • Gold – Second London PM Fix.
    • Silver – London Fixed.
    • Platinum, Rhodium & Palladium – London PM Fix.

  • CHARGES

    • Call for competitive pricing.

  • PAYMENT OPTIONS

    • Company check..
    • Wire Transfer (bank fee deducted from settlement).
    • Bullion - coins or gold shot.
    • Potassium Gold Cyanide Salts (additional fee).
    • Proprietary Gold Salts from Technic, Inc.

Meet the Staff

At ADS Gold, we take immense pride in our dedicated and skilled team. Our staff is the backbone of our success, consistently going above and beyond to deliver exceptional service to our customers. With years of industry experience, a deep commitment to quality, and a passion for excellence, our team ensures that every step of the refining process meets the highest standards. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and customer-first approach make them a true asset to our company, and it’s their hard work and dedication that have helped build lasting relationships and earned the trust of clients for decades. We couldn’t be more grateful for the talented individuals who make ADS Gold the company it is today.

Pat Lopez
President, ADS Gold, Inc.
714-632-1888
Tim Hooper
General Manager
714-454-9544
Robert Heredia
Sales/Service Manager
657-456-1131
Nancy Lopez
Accounting
714-632-1888

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Read why our customers recommend ADS Gold

“"As a small business in the plating industry, we rely on ADS Gold for both their expertise and exceptional service. They always handle our materials with care, and we never have to worry about the results. We highly recommend them to anyone in need of refining services."

– Sarah L.
Plating Technician

“"ADS Gold has been a vital partner for our company for years. Their ability to handle large volumes while maintaining high-quality results is unmatched. The transparency in their refining process and their prompt payment makes working with them a breeze."

– Linda M.
Industrial Supplier

“"I’ve been in the industry for a long time, and ADS Gold has always been my trusted source for refining. They have consistently provided excellent service, fair payments, and exceptional turnaround time. Their staff is top-notch, and I’m confident in the results every time."

– Robert S.
Precious Metal Supplier

“"We've worked with ADS Gold for years, and their quick turnaround and fair pricing make them our go-to choice for refining. Their staff is always responsive, knowledgeable, and friendly, making every transaction smooth and reliable."

– Michael P.
Electronics Manufacturer

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ADS Gold, Inc.
3843 E. Eagle Drive
Anaheim, California 92807.

Our facility is freeway close and easily accessible from most major freeways.

Phone: 714.632.1888
Fax: 714.632.1577

Toll-free at 1.866.506.GOLD (4653)

Email: SALES

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