Companies that are concerned about their company information getting into the wrong hands with the disposal of IT equipment they no longer need have learned to trust Minneapolis-based OceanTech, which recycles everything from LTO 5 tapes and other storage media to laptops and off-lease computers.OceanTech employs expert technicians who ensure that any and all hardware headed for resale is wiped clear of all data and reset to the original factory default settings so it is ready to be returned to the consumer marketplace.  This includes LTO 5 tapes, which can safely be wiped clean, refurbished and resold.Storage media holding duplicate data that has been archived is simply taking up space.  Many companies have LTO 5 tapes that they are no longer using, but that contain sensitive or proprietary company information.  Regulations often make the situation confusing, and sometimes IT directors are searching for help.  OceanTech provides all the help you need.OceanTech has a strong commitment to maintaining the integrity and security of their client’s data.  OceanTech complies with R2 standards for data security, which states that no data can leave their processing facility until it has been overwritten, sanitized, or physically destroyed.  Every piece of equipment that is recycled goes through a data destruction process to ensure that the equipment is clean.  Companies that prefer to have their LTO 5 tapes destroyed can also turn to OceanTech for that service.Minnesota companies that have multiple locations inside or outside the state can also rely on OceanTech to handle every aspect of their LTO 5 tape sanitization process and other electronics recycling needs.For more information on recouping the highest value possible on your used IT equipment or storage media, contact OceanTech today at 612 331 4456.