A-G Posted June 4, 2010 Share Posted June 4, 2010 So G&P are stating their batts for panels are industrial batts But even so i cant see any difference regarding weee? ... and that information is an interpretation by G&P who are "waste battery collection and battery recycling specialist" ....... so they've got a vested interest in classifying as many batteries as possible in the industrial catagory. ....... so I'll ignore their advise! The directive says: • An industrial battery or battery pack is one which is: (i) designed exclusively for industrial or professional uses; (ii) used as a source of power for propulsion in an electric vehicle; (iii) unsealed, but is not an automotive battery; or (iv) sealed, but is not a portable battery. Non of those accurately (or even loosely) describes the batteries we use. . . . PM me for access to the SSAIB members discussion area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IAS Posted June 4, 2010 Share Posted June 4, 2010 ... and that information is an interpretation by G&P who are "waste battery collection and battery recycling specialist" ....... so they've got a vested interest in classifying as many batteries as possible in the industrial catagory. ....... so I'll ignore their advise! The directive says: • An industrial battery or battery pack is one which is: (i) designed exclusively for industrial or professional uses; (ii) used as a source of power for propulsion in an electric vehicle; (iii) unsealed, but is not an automotive battery; or (iv) sealed, but is not a portable battery. Non of those accurately (or even loosely) describes the batteries we use. yeah because I`m always fetching 7AH batteries back out of the sky remotes arent I. I too was in denial. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-G Posted June 4, 2010 Share Posted June 4, 2010 yeah because I`m always fetching 7AH batteries back out of the sky remotes arent I. I too was in denial. Read it again: designed exclusively for industrial or professional uses; 7aH batteries can be (and are) bought and used by joe public on diy installs, hobbyists, fishermen ...... Etc. so they're not EXCLUSIVELY for industrial or professional use. . . . PM me for access to the SSAIB members discussion area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IAS Posted June 4, 2010 Share Posted June 4, 2010 Read it again: designed exclusively for industrial or professional uses; 7aH batteries can be (and are) bought and used by joe public on diy installs, hobbyists, fishermen ...... Etc. so they're not EXCLUSIVELY for industrial or professional use. your forgetting about (iv) . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest RJBsec Posted June 4, 2010 Share Posted June 4, 2010 Read it again: designed exclusively for industrial or professional uses; 7aH batteries can be (and are) bought and used by joe public on diy installs, hobbyists, fishermen ...... Etc. so they're not EXCLUSIVELY for industrial or professional use. and even bigger ... 17ah + used by golfers in their golf-carts not to mention motorised wheelchairs for disabled/elderly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-G Posted June 4, 2010 Share Posted June 4, 2010 your forgetting about (iv) . Listen, I don't want to fall out over this. It's down to a certain amount of interpretation .... but: A Portable battery is one that is small, and can be hand-carried, and is designed to be changed by the user of the equipment. Alarm batteries with spade terminals are DESIGNED for ANYONE to fit or replace. They aren't industrial batteries. 17aH batteries with screw on connectors are industrial under the description given, but not smaller ones ..... in my humble opinion . . . PM me for access to the SSAIB members discussion area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest RJBsec Posted June 4, 2010 Share Posted June 4, 2010 17aH batteries with screw on connectors are industrial under the description given, but not smaller ones ..... in my humble opinion On golf trolleys they are designed to be removed, re-charged and replaced by the golfer so they are ready to use next time - clearly portable and they use them 17ah and over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-G Posted June 4, 2010 Share Posted June 4, 2010 On golf trolleys they are designed to be removed, re-charged and replaced by the golfer so they are ready to use next time - clearly portable and they use them 17ah and over. Fair enough ... I can't with that. ....... FORE! . . . PM me for access to the SSAIB members discussion area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IAS Posted June 4, 2010 Share Posted June 4, 2010 I think you`ll find when it becomes time for disposal golf cart batts are also classed as "industrial" Any battery with "vents" is "industrial" as its not "portable" (think "can it be used upside down") as you say it`s all down to interpretation, in this case your is wrong, next time I may be, when that happens I will run naked down the High Street in penance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterJames Posted June 4, 2010 Share Posted June 4, 2010 I was going to ask how much everyone charges for batteries till I noticed it was public, we take them away in a quarantine area of the van and dispose of them responsibly and therefore charge a premium for this process, we will just have to test batteries too now. The way I see it if you get your charges correct you dont have to worry about the additional tasks you have to perform to comply with new regulations, after all everyone is in the same boat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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