Lead acid batteries appear across almost every sector. Vehicle and plant batteries, forklift traction cells, standby and UPS units, and alarm and emergency lighting batteries all fall within the same waste stream and require the same standard of handling.
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Our service supports batteries removed during servicing and repair, units recovered from end-of-life vehicles and equipment, and returned or warranty stock. Batteries are kept upright, contained and transported correctly so that acid is not released during handling or movement.
Every project is managed by experienced personnel, with clear documentation and fully traceable processes, providing confidence that waste batteries have been managed safely and compliantly.
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We begin by assessing the battery types, quantities and collection requirements to determine the most appropriate recycling solution, including suitable acid-resistant containment for storage before collection.
Once a plan is agreed, our team coordinates safe collection and transportation using approved handling procedures. Batteries are then transferred to authorised treatment facilities, where they are broken down and separated. Lead is recovered and refined for reuse, polypropylene casings are reprocessed into new plastic products, and the acid electrolyte is neutralised or converted rather than discharged.
Throughout the process, we maintain detailed records and reporting, providing clients with a complete audit trail from collection through to final processing.
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Lead acid batteries are classified as hazardous waste and as dangerous goods in transport, which brings specific packaging, labelling and consignment requirements. Our services are delivered in line with relevant waste management and transportation regulations, ensuring batteries are handled safely at every stage.
By prioritising recycling and material recovery, we help organisations reduce environmental impact while meeting their legal and sustainability obligations.
Lead acid is a high volume waste stream where reliable collection matters as much as compliant treatment. Our own fleet ranges from vans through to HGVs, allowing collections to be sized around the quantities you actually hold rather than a fixed vehicle allocation.
With more than 25 years of experience managing regulated waste streams, clients trust us to handle lead acid batteries safely, efficiently and responsibly.
Speak with our specialist team about your airbag, battery, pyrotechnic or hazardous automotive waste requirements.
Whether you're disposing of a handful of airbags or managing a complex battery recycling project, we'll find the safest and most compliant solution. Get in touch.
