Yes. Lithion Loop operates nationwide across the UK. Our ADR certified drivers will come to you.

Our pricing is broken into 3 parts as follows: Transportation costs to pick up, make safe and remove batteries for recycling. Recycling costs are incurred to reclaim battery elements. Certification cost are the fees to provide you with valid removal and recycling certificate for your records.

We collect and recycle all chemistry lithium-ion batteries. We do also have the capability to safely recycle large volumes of lead-alkali batteries if that is a service a customer needs from us. Our aim mission is to recycle all the batteries we collect, however if batteries as severely damaged they may not be eligible for the recycling process, and in that case we will dispose of them safely in accordance with UK environmental regulations.

Give us a call or send us an email. One of our experts will contact you and request more information about the battery types, condition, location, etc. Once we understand your recycling needs, we will be able to give you a fixed fee price for one of our ADR-certified drivers to pick up, pack, and remove the batteries.

Once a Lithion Loop quote is approved by a customer, we will aim to pick up your waste batteries in 1-3 days.

Yes, we do offer monthly or quarterly pick-up programs for clients that have a regular need for battery removal. These programs are more cost-effective than one-time pick-up services for most clients. Our corporate programs include the following additional services: Regular pick-up schedule Multi-location pick-up (stores, warehouses, factories) Onsite collection bins, co-branded with clients Quarterly environmental impact report for benefits tracking Annual recycling strategy reviews.

Yes, once we have inspected and loaded the batteries our ADR-certified team member will provide you with the hazardous waste consignment note.

Improper handling can cause damage to batteries, which may lead to overheating, fires or explosions. Here are our tips for proper Li-ion handling: Do: Remove batteries from devices that will not be used for an extended time Keep batteries away from electromagnetic sources Keep batteries intact Isolate batteries that show any signs of damage Don’t: Drop or crush the battery pack Use batteries that are bulging, dented, swollen, leaking or damaged in any way Puncture battery cases Modify the battery in any way

Batteries that are kept dry, organized, and not damaged will not typically catch fire. However, if this is not the case, there is a risk of fire and explosion. Lithion Loop uses a chemical called vermiculite when packing and transporting unstable batteries. If you are concerned or unsure about the state of your batteries, call an expert like Lithion Loop or the Fire department as soon as possible.

Proper storage prevents damage to batteries and prolongs their life expectancy (typically 1-3 years). Follow these battery storage do’s and don’ts: Do: Store in well-ventilated areas Store in temperatures between 40ºF and 80ºF Store away from direct sunlight and heat sources Avoid freezing Keep terminals covered when battery is not in use Prevent terminals from touching each other Keep away from high temperatures Don’t: Mix with other types of batteries Store loosely Allow batteries to get wet Store in vehicles Store in areas with wide temperature fluctuation Store in hot areas

If the electrolyte from a damaged Li-ion battery spills out of a battery pack, it can present hazards to anyone in the area and those responding to the spill. Use the following precautions and procedures to clean up a lithium-ion spill: Isolate and ventilate the area Wear proper PPE (goggles, gloves, apron, etc.) Keep an appropriate fire extinguisher within reach Place the battery in a container of sand or another chemically-inert cushioning material like vermiculite Use inert, non-cellulose absorbents to clean up spilled electrolyte Place used absorbents and PPE in a sealed bag and contact your environmental or shipping officer for proper disposal of the battery and absorbents Do not place batteries or spent absorbents in the regular trash or recycling containers Lithium-ion batteries have many advantages over traditional alkaline and other types of batteries. When stored, handled and used properly, they also have a longer service life than other batteries and pack more power. Establishing and following safe procedures for storing, handling and use of these batteries will help prevent fires and explosions. Training employees to recognize the hazards of Li-ion and other types of batteries as well as how to handle, store and manage them properly will help to avoid damage to the batteries, fires and explosions.