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Transpacific Cleanaway's Battery Recycling Program
In response to increasing community and government concern, Transpacific Cleanaway is providing a battery recycling service for dry cell batteries.
Batteries contain a range of environmentally hazardous chemicals including Cadmium, Mercury, Zinc and Nickel, all of which are toxic in high concentration. In particular, Cadmium is a major pollutant in soil where it is absorbed by plants and enters the food chain.
By recycling batteries, you'll help reduce the release of toxic chemicals associated with their disposal.
What type of batteries can be recycled?
The dry cell batteries can be classified into two major categories:
Primary batteries:
These are non-rechargeable and are commonly alkaline batteries with Zinc and Manganese chemistry.
Secondary batteries:
These are rechargeable and are usually Nickel Cadmium, Nickel Metal Hydride or Lithium Ion, which may be identified by one of the following symbols:
NiCd or NC for
Nickel Cadmium
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NiMH or NH for
Nickel Metal Hydride
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Li Ion for
Lithium Ion.
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Secondary batteries are commonly found in:
- Cordless Phones
- Cordless drills
- Mobile phones
- Laptops and PCs
- Shavers
- Video Cameras
Examples of rechargeable batteries
How does the Battery Recycling Program work?
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We will post a pre-paid recycling box (20cm x 20cm x 12cm) to your business. For an obligation free quote, please contact us on the details below.
Pricing includes delivery, return postage of the full box and recycling of the batteries.
Simply deposit your batteries into the box and, once full, tape the opening shut and follow the return instructions on the side of the box.
Once your payment has been finalised, you will receive your box within approximately five working days.
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What happens to the batteries?
Once your box arrives at Transpacific Cleanaway, the batteries are sorted by type and shipped to licensed recycling facilities where the metals are recovered.
Contact us
If you have any questions about this service or would like an obligation free quote,
please email haztechnswenquiries@transpac.com.au or
complete and fax the attached registration form to
02 9675 4202.
Transpacific Cleanaway also offers a range of other services related to battery recycling such as industrial battery recycling and bulk battery collections. Please contact us to find out more.
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