Announcing the launch of our new Strident Batteries website
After several years of service, we thought it was finally time to redesign the old website and replace it with a slicker, more advanced responsive WordPress website. We are also using our new trading form - so welcome to the Strident Batteries website.
So what’s new?
We’ve refreshed the content and tied it all in with our social media activity, as well as introducing a fresher and more dynamic “News” section which will keep you informed on what we’re up to and any useful insight we think is worth sharing.
The design of the site is focused on user experience across a range of devices including desktop machines, laptops, iPads and tablets and also mobile users.
We value your opinion
We know how busy you are but if you have a minute, have a browse and see what you think. We’d welcome any feedback and thoughts.
Please also let us know if you cannot find something or would like to make any suggestions for new information or topics.
Many thanks for your ongoing support and we look forward to hearing from you
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.
Testing Mobility Scooter Batteries – Pre-Holiday Checks
For most of us, preparing to go on holiday can be a stressful experience.
Between sorting accommodation, packing clothes and finding travel documents; there are plenty of potential headaches to contend with. But testing the batteries on your mobility scooter needn’t be one of them.
Ensuring they’re in top condition before the trip should be an essential check on your pre-holiday to-do list. It’s a quick and simple process and one that could prevent a tricky situation while you’re away.
Testing Mobility Scooter Batteries - Your Quick Guide
Your scooter’s battery indicator can be a helpful tool for checking more than just its current charge level. Typically, these take the form of a set of LEDs or a needle indicator, and will vary in location depending on your scooter’s model.
With the batteries fully charged, press or push the levers that make the scooter run. If the indicators decrease immediately, this could mean your batteries are weak and in need of replacement.
Another method for checking is to drive your scooter up a gradient equal to around 75% of its capability. Take a look at the indicator’s level as you begin to move up the slope. If it drops from full to around the halfway mark (or lower), this is another indication that the batteries may need replacing.
If everything’s in working order, then great! Your batteries are ready for the trip. The next essential check on your list should be the battery charger.
Testing your battery charger
Firstly, you’ll need to know your scooter’s maximum drive distance, which can be found its manual.
Plug your charger in overnight, and the following day, take your scooter for a ride. Drive until the scooter’s drained and make a note of your travelled distance. Now charge the batteries again overnight and repeat. So long as you reach approximately the same distance each day, then you know the charger is working effectively. If you find that you’ve not been able to go as far from one day to the next, the charger may be faulty and in need of replacement.
If you suspect a fault but aren’t certain, we’d recommend getting in touch with your nearest mobility retailer, where they can offer professional testing.
If there are no issues with either your batteries or charger, you should be good to go. Bringing spares is always a sensible idea (especially for longer trips.) And remember that if you’re flying abroad, you’ll need to notify your airline of the equipment you're travelling with ahead of time.
If you need any extra help with testing mobility scooter batteries, or are in need of new ones, you can get in touch with the experts here at Ivanhoe.
With over 15 years of direct experience with battery power, our knowledgeable team is happy to assist in choosing a reliable, long-lasting product.
You can call us directly on 0845 555 5511, or get in touch via the contact page.
New High Performing Gel Batteries launched at Trade Days exhibition
Strident entered the Trade Days show with a larger stand pace and once again as the main show sponsor. With an elevated presence, Strident was well positioned to launch its range of high performing Gel batteries.
With the addition of a very large replica battery along with other innovative ideas, Strident attracted a large amount of interest from both existing clients and prospect who all saw the true value in the brand.
The 2015 show brought us a vast number of leads, and it connected us to companies who believe in our products and who saw value in our leading level of service.
We trust that you had the opportunity to visit our stand and discover what it’s like to work with an industry leading company. Should you have any queries, please call on 44 (0)1362 300102 or email the Sales Team at Strident.