Sterilo+ Antimicrobial Copper Overlays
Antimicrobial copper protection has been proven to be the most effectively natural killer of bacteria and viruses. Adding our Sterilo+ Antimicrobial copper overlays to areas of high touch areas such as doors, equipment or push buttons will help keep your workplace safe.
Retrofit protection for high touch areas such as doors, equipment or push buttons, are supplied as a removable, easy-stick overlay. The inherent properties of antimicrobial copper will destroy harmful microbes, improving the safety and wellbeing of your staff.
Suitable for use in medical, transport, commercial, cleanroom and food processing industries.
Are your customers batteries fit for purpose?
As lockdown is eased and customers are beginning to use their mobility equipment for the first time in a few months, it is time to check if their batteries are fit for purpose.
The Strident range of mobility batteries and chargers have been developed to offer optimum levels of performance and reliability to all mobility equipment users.
We also have a range of back to work products to help you ensure your workplace and showrooms are thoroughly sanitised for both your staff and your customers.
If you would like to find out more contact Strident on 01362300102 or email sales@strident.uk.com.
Strident S24 - Our 24 Hour Delivery Service
The power to deliver.
The S24 service is about Strident supporting you, to minimise ‘Lockdown’ supply line disruption to your business and customers.
More than ever now, as the digital trend of online shopping increases and the ability to meet customers face to face is limited, quick and reliable service to deliver to customers is at the upmost importance.
What is the value of S24 to you?
Do you have a customer that needs a product quickly?
Are you looking to minimise stockholding?
Do you have engineers away from the workshop?
If your answer is yes to any one of these simple scenarios, then the Strident S24 service will bring you value
With 3rd party delivery available at no extra cost, S24 gives you the option to deliver goods to your engineer’s location or direct to your customer for those time critical demands. Our same day despatch of orders placed by 3:30 pm and closely partnering with reputable carrier companies this ensures the reliable 24hr next day delivery of any product you order goes straight to your specified address anywhere in UK mainland. Furthermore, if in the unlikely event we are unable to fulfil our same day despatch for any reason we will proactively call you to advise. If that isn’t enough, for your total peace of mind, despatches can be made using our plain label option which ensure your order carries no identifying marks or labels that could indicate where the consignment was despatched from. That’s what we call the S24 service, its engineered to support our distributors.
S24 has evolved from our renowned passion for impeccable customer service. In today’s commercial and environmental climate it’s even more necessary to not only provide our distributors with unrivalled service and care but also the end user of Strident products so when we despatch your parcel to any delivery address, the safety and protection is paramount – we offer a ‘touch-free’ delivery service which is yet another simple service offered but ensures the safety and wellbeing of you and your customers.
In summary, your shop may not be open, you may be working from home, you have reduced or even no space for stock holding, but with Strident S24 service, this can make easy even easier with delivery next day, direct to site shipping and with complete peace of mind in the current global climate.
There will be more updates on ways Strident is adapting to the current climate but there is one area we continually strive to improve and that is the support for our valued distributors – watch out for more developments soon
Naidex 2025
What a great and successful day Strident Innovations had at Naidex 2025. Thank you to all our customers and suppliers who came to see us!
Take a look at the video of the show, to see what we were offering:
We showcased some of our latest and most popular products, bringing them to life for people to see.
Strident emphasise importance of certification with upcoming battery range for fire and security systems
Battery experts Strident Innovations have underlined the importance of certified batteries in the fire safety and security sector, as they prepare to launch a new range of certified, fire-retardant batteries.
Certified batteries are the most respected in the sector. Batteries carrying certain marks, such as VdS fire retardant certification and ISO 9001, are known for quality and reliability, setting them apart from others on the market.
Strident say that using certified batteries can help maintenance providers and installers ensure the products they fit will deliver safe, dependable back-up power when mains power fails.
“Back-up power is a fundamental part of protecting lives in the fire safety and security sector. So, whilst compliance is vital, choosing a certified battery isn’t just about ticking a box. It provides reassurance of safety, quality, reliability and better performance – all of which are essential when lives depend on it” says Caleb Deayton, Managing Director of Strident Innovations.
To achieve some certifications, battery providers typically undergo an audit which confirms they satisfy the necessary standards. This can include an in-person assessment which ensures the correct processes are in place to meet quality requirements.
For others, the batteries themselves undergo rigorous testing, including practical tests like test fires or burglary simulations. This is usually undertaken on new batteries, after artificial aging and under challenging environmental conditions to make sure they can perform when needed.
“Above anything, certification is about trust. Fire safety and security systems can only perform as intended if every component meets the highest standards. That’s why we are introducing more batteries to our range – which are fire retardant and certified – reflecting our commitment to supporting professionals with products they can rely on in the most critical situations,” says Caleb.
Strident’s new range will include certified batteries that feature fire retardant construction and casing, developed with the needs of installers and maintenance providers in mind.
The business states that their products are made with carefully selected raw materials and superior glass matting, and are backed by stringent quality control for optimum performance.
“Back-up batteries are often the last line of defence. If they fail, alarms don’t sound, lights don’t come on and the risk to safety is enormous. That’s why certification is so important. Our new range will give professionals complete confidence that their back-up power meets the necessary standards and exceeds expectations” Caleb concludes.
Strident’s upcoming battery range will be suitable for a wide variety of fire safety and security applications. The range will be launched soon, with more details to follow.
Trusted battery supplier supports passenger lift industry with essential back-up solutions
Battery experts, Strident Innovations, are supporting the elevator and passenger lifts industry with reliable back-up batteries which help keep lift systems operating safely and compliantly.
Based in Norfolk, Strident Innovations have over 20 years’ experience providing high performance batteries to a range of sectors, including mobility, fire and security and elevator and passenger lifts.
With increasing regulation around the operation and maintenance of lifts and elevators, Strident is supplying their extensive battery range to support facilities managers, service contractors and lift system manufacturers.
“According to research conducting by Openreach, there are over 300,000 lifts in the UK, each with emergency lighting, alarms, communication lines or even evacuation systems. Therefore, a reliable battery for back-up power is a critical requirement for safety and rescue in the event of breakdown or power failure,” explains Caleb Deayton, Managing Director of Strident Innovations.
The passenger lift industry is governed by strict regulation. To satisfy the needs of BS 9999 Annex G, lifts that could be used for fire-fighting or the evacuation of occupants in the event of a fire, particularly those with mobility difficulties, must have independent back-up power – often a battery or an Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS) which requires batteries to function.
Additionally, the Health and Safety at Work Act and the Building Safety Act give building owners and facilities manager the significant responsibility of maintaining lifts, escalators and moving walks in their building. HSE guidance suggests that those responsible should regularly carry out comprehensive safety assessments to ensure successful operation.
“During the recommended safety assessments, back-up batteries are typically replaced as a precaution. For this routine servicing, service providers need high-quality, reliable batteries to ensure their systems remain operational and compliant for the next six months and beyond. That’s where we come in,” says Caleb.
Strident Innovations’ range of batteries are designed to meet the rigorous demands of back-up power applications. They state that their products are manufactured using carefully selected raw materials and advanced glass matting for high-performance, safety and longevity.
The company – backed by quality control under their ISO 9001 accreditation – have a long history of working closely with maintenance providers and OEMs to deliver products that match the needs of elevator and passenger lift equipment.
“In addition to our quality and reliable products, we offer same-day dispatch on orders placed before 15:30, no minimum order quantities and a dedicated account manager to support every customer. Our goal is to make it simple for lift service professionals that need to access the right battery, fast,” concludes Caleb.
Since 2002, Strident Innovations have been committed to innovation, striving to produce quality batteries for a range of sectors across the UK.
On top of working with lift and escalator professionals, they supply batteries for the fire and security sector, and have a large network of mobility distributers around the UK.
Another Successful Year At Trade Days
2016 is the third year in which Strident has exhibited at the UK’s premiere medical trade exhibition, ‘Trade Days’ at Birmingham’s NEC. The team were eager to display the power behind the brand and offer an inspirational service to those visiting our stand.
Building on previous success, Strident was proud to hold a high profile at this year’s event giving a quality brand presence throughout the show enabling us to welcome a substantial number of quality leads who were inspired by the professionalism promoted across the event.
Through a deep commitment to continual development and constant innovation, Strident has been able to combine knowledge, experience and expertise to bring cutting edge solutions in power to a critical market.
Overall, we felt the event was a true success, as it enabled us to display our genuine values and connect with our essential distributor network. Over the two days, we were also able to build on our relationships with key influencers in the medical world, as well as connect with leading groups of independent retailers.
Our recent rebrand from Ivanhoe to Strident enabled us to strengthen our innovative culture and reinforce the trusted and proven long-established brand. As a result, our visitors recognised us as not simply a product supplier, but a supplier of expert trade solutions and quality service.
We would like to thank everyone who attended our stand this year, as it was a true pleasure to meet so many valued clients. For any who were unable to attend Trade Days 2016, we’re sorry that you missed out on the incredible atmosphere, but we look forward to welcoming you to our stand in 2017.
You don’t need to wait to 2017 to join us on our exciting journey, the Strident team is always ready to talk. Please feel free to contact us on 44 (0)1362 300 102, email us at sales@strident.uk.com, or reach us via our contact page, and we can arrange a presentation at a time and place that’s convenient to you.
Alternatively, for more information on our products (including batteries, charging accessories and tyres) you can download one of our brochures, here.
Batteries for the Medical Sector
You might be surprised at just how many different battery types are used in a modern hospital. Between heart-rate monitors, respirators, comms devices and pacemakers, there’s an essential need for different battery types throughout the medical sector.
But the most commonly used batteries for life-critical medical applications are SLAs or ‘Sealed Lead Acid’ batteries. Contained in plastic casing, these are perfect for backing up equipment like emergency lighting and ventilators.
But why are SLAs right for such important applications?
Characteristics of Batteries for the Medical Sector
First seen in the 1970’s, SLA batteries were designed with a built-in valve to control venting of gases during stressful charge and rapid discharge. Rather than submerging the battery plates in a liquid (like most others at the time), the electrolyte is fed into a moistened separator, enabling use of the battery in any position without it leaking.
Perhaps the most significant advantage of sealed lead acid is its ability to prevent water loss. It does this by combining oxygen and hydrogen internally; creating water and greatly increasing its own longevity.
Over time, several types of sealed lead acid batteries have emerged - the fastest growing being gel (also known as valve-regulated lead acid/VRLA) and absorbent glass mat (or AGM.) Because of their low cost, reliability and low maintenance requirement, these battery types have established themselves as the default choice for the medical sector.
While VRLAs remains the most requested batteries on the market today, the technology has evolved rapidly through proactive research and development.
Here at Strident we offer a range of batteries for the medical sector, such as Gel and Lithium. We also stock a range of lead crystal batteries, that hold many unique features suited to any critical power application.
With over 15 years of direct experience with battery power, our knowledgeable team is happy to assist in choosing a reliable, long-lasting product.
If you work in a medical environment that uses batteries for life-critical applications; get in touch with us today on 0845 555 5511 or message us via the contact page.
Choosing the Best Battery Charger
Selecting the appropriate battery for your device is generally straightforward, as user manuals and manufacturer guidelines often specify the required type and voltage. However, finding the right battery charger can be more complex, given the wider variety of options and less explicit guidance.
A high-quality battery charger is crucial for conditioning and maintaining your batteries, extending their lifespan, and ensuring optimal performance. Here are the key steps to consider when choosing the best battery charger:
- Match the Charger to Your Battery’s Chemistry: Ensure the charger is designed for your battery type, whether it’s lead-acid, gel, AGM, or another chemistry. Also, confirm that the charger’s voltage matches your battery’s voltage.
- Consider Charging Speed and Power: High-wattage chargers can reduce charge times but be aware that faster charging can stress the battery. Choose a charger that balances speed with the battery’s safe charging rate.
- Specialised Features for Lead-Acid Chargers: For lead-acid batteries, select a charger that transitions to a float charge when the battery is fully saturated to prevent overcharging.
- Trickle Charge for Nickel-Based Batteries: Nickel-based battery chargers should switch to a trickle charge once the battery reaches full capacity, protecting it from damage.
- Safety Features: No matter the battery type, choose a charger with a temperature override to halt charging if a battery fault is detected, ensuring safe operation.
At Strident, we offer a comprehensive range of battery chargers designed for 12V and 24V applications, including bench chargers equipped with crocodile clips and 3-pin XLR connectors. Our chargers use advanced, intelligent systems that operate through three distinct charging stages to maximize battery efficiency and durability.
- Bulk Charge: This initial stage applies the maximum safe charging current, quickly bringing the battery to 80-90% of its full charge level.
- Absorption Charge: In this phase, the voltage remains constant while the current gradually decreases as the battery’s internal resistance increases.
- Float Charge: The final stage significantly reduces both voltage and current, maintaining the battery at optimal charge and enhancing its longevity.
Our innovative three-stage charging process helps minimise premature battery failures by applying the correct charge levels at every step, preventing issues like gassing often associated with traditional single-stage chargers.
With over 15 years of expertise in battery power solutions, our experienced team is ready to help you find the ideal battery charger for your needs.
If you’d like any assistance in finding a reliable, long-lasting charger, get in touch with us today on 01362300102 or message us via the contact page.
Maintaining Your Scooter Batteries – Our Top Tips
It’s always a sensible idea to invest in good quality batteries for your mobility scooter. But once purchased, properly maintaining those batteries should be an important practice. You can expect most battery products to last around a year before they’re in need of replacement. But with the following tips, they could last much longer - providing maximum value-for-money and reliability.
Don’t overcharge them
Overcharging is one of the most common causes of shortened battery lifespans. Mobility scooter batteries will tend to reach capacity (from empty) over the course of around 8 hours. So if you charge your batteries overnight, be sure to disconnect your charger in the morning once the batteries are full. Try and get in the habit of connecting and disconnecting your charger at the same times each day, to get into a proper routine. Chargers with built-in overcharge protection (like the ones here) can also help to negate this issue.
Run new batteries down
Every set of new batteries you purchase should be charged up to full and then run down a few times before use. This helps them to operate optimally and provide accurate readouts of their current charge level.
Make sure you’re using the correct charger
This should be obvious, but incorrect charger use can be especially harmful to your batteries’ longevity. Make sure that you use a charger recommended by your battery’s manufacturer, or one specified in your product’s manual. Take a look at our page on selecting the best charger for your battery, for a few more pointers.
Drain and charge them when they’re not in use
If you don’t use your mobility scooter regularly, your batteries won’t get used (or charged) as often as they should. Inactivity can be damaging to the battery’s chemicals, so be sure to drain and charge your batteries at least once every six weeks.
For more tips on battery maintenance, or for advice on purchasing new batteries for your scooter, don’t hesitate to ask the team here at Ivanhoe.
With over 15 years of direct experience with battery power, our knowledgeable team is happy to help you make an informed decision.
You can get in touch with us directly on 0845 555 5511, or message us via the contact page. For more information on any of our products, please download one of our brochures here.
