CMP Batteries makes the grade
March 14th 2007

CMP Batteries, part of the Exide Technologies Group, has unveiled a product rating classification system at IMHX. ‘Concern for the environment’ was the main theme of the stand and the new grading scheme is designed to offer the same transparency as the energy rating system adopted by manufacturers of electrical goods such as washing machines. This will allow customers to make an informed choice on the right energy solutions for their business, taking both the commercial and environmental impacts into consideration. 

CMP’s extensive range of batteries and chargers are now rated on two criteria: energy usage and recyclability. Each product is rated between one globe for the least efficient, and seven globes for the most efficient – allowing the customer to make an informed decision. Energy rating is based on labour, carbon dioxide emissions and water consumption. Recyclability rating is based on life expectancy and the percentage of the product that is able to be recycled at the end of its life.

Nigel Darke, business director of CMP Batteries, Industrial Energy UK, commented: “We have invested a great deal of time and money in developing batteries, chargers and ancillary products that optimise efficiency to deliver cost and environmental benefits to customers. Our new grading scheme will make this totally transparent to customers. Then, at the end of a product’s life, we are ensuring that most components from our batteries and chargers can be recycled.”

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