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Data Center VRLA Battery End-of-Life Recycling Procedures

Overview Contrary to popular belief, the recycling of lead-acid batteries, which are the most common batteries found in data centers, is one of the most successful recycling systems that the world has ever seen. Reputable battery manufacturers, suppliers, and recycling companies have teamed up to establish a mature and highly efficient lead-acid battery recycling process. This paper reviews battery end-of-life options and describes how a reputable vendor can greatly facilitate the safe disposal and recycling of VRLA lead-acid batteries.

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Publisher
American Power Conversion (APC)
File Format
PDF
Date Published
Mar 18, 2009
Format
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Topics
Data Center, Green IT, Cost Control - Risk Mgmt., Database Management, Infrastructure Management, Resources Mgmt.

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