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Batteries in IT transport
Almost every mobile device contains a lithium-ion battery, every UPS heavy batteries. For transport it makes a difference whether batteries are installed, loose or damaged. We need these details before quoting.
What matters
- Installed
- Intact batteries in devices benefit from transport exemptions.
- Loose
- Spare batteries outside devices are subject to stricter rules.
- Damaged
- Swollen, damaged or defective batteries need special handling and must be reported in advance.
- Lead-acid batteries
- UPS batteries are heavy and may also be subject to transport rules.
Planning questions
We clarify these points before quoting – the earlier they are known, the more precise the plan.
- Do the devices contain batteries?
- Are there loose spare batteries?
- Are damaged or swollen batteries included?
- Which battery types are involved for UPS systems?
- How are the devices packed?
What we need from you
- Battery details in the form
- Loose batteries yes/no
- Damaged batteries yes/no
- Battery type for UPS
What we do for you
What we organise
- Transport of your IT hardware from collection straight to destination – from one pallet to recurring volumes
- On request collection from several sites, serial number capture and project-based packaging
- Dates coordinated with every collection and destination site – with one contact for you
Good to know
State batteries and their condition in advance – for dangerous goods questions, your dangerous goods officer is the right contact.
How it works
- 01
Request
You send route, date, product group and quantity using the form below – no serial numbers needed.
- 02
Review
Based on your details we check under which conditions the transport is possible.
- 03
Quote
You receive a quote with the agreed scope – on request including multi-site collection, serial number capture and packaging.
- 04
Execution
Transport under the clarified conditions; damaged batteries only by separate agreement.
Questions and answers: Batteries in transport
May laptops with installed batteries be transported?
Yes, intact batteries in devices benefit from exemptions. Report damaged or swollen batteries in advance.
What about loose spare batteries?
Loose batteries are subject to stricter rules. State in the request whether any are included.
Who advises on dangerous goods questions for batteries?
Your dangerous goods officer, bindingly. We clarify transport conditions based on your details on battery type and condition.
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Three steps. Anything you do not know yet can be left open.
Details for planning
- Battery details in the form
- Loose batteries yes/no
- Damaged batteries yes/no
- Battery type for UPS