For example, lead acid batteries can generate meaningful revenue for their scrap lead content, while many small rechargeables must be handled, transported, and disposed of as hazardous materials.

The following are only a selection of the battery types handled by the Wuf. If you have batteries not listed here, please contact us for specific information regarding handling, transportation, and disposition.

MATERIAL	SPECIFICATIONS	PROCESSING/PACKAGING
Lead-acid	Sorted, lead-acid only	Strapped loose on pallets or in 5-gallon pails Packaging Transportation Scheduling Pick-up Pricing
Household single-use (AAA through D, 9-volt, etc.)	Mixed	Loose in 5-gallon pails Packaging Transportation Scheduling Pick-up Pricing
Rechargeable (NiCd, NiMH, etc.)	Mixed	Loose in 5-gallon pails Packaging Transportation Scheduling Pick-up Pricing

Large lead-acid batteries must be secured directly to four-way pallets.

A standard pallet is 48" by 40" or 48" by 42". The term "four way" means that the pallet has forklift or pallet jack slots on all four sides of the pallet. All pallets used for shipping must be sturdy and unbroken. Wuf cannot receive materials shipped on odd sized pallets.

	Shrink wrap is unacceptable for lead-acid batteries because of their weight.
	Batteries must be secured to pallets with metal or fiber strapping.
	Batteries can be placed on pallets in only a single layer.

If this is your first time shipping lead-acid batteries with Wuf, contact us for specific shipping instructions.

Rechargeable batteries must be placed in sealed 5-gallon pails. They must be packed in a way that eliminates the possibility of short circuit and attendant spark/fire hazard. Pails must be secured directly to four-way pallets.

A standard pallet is 48" by 40" or 48" by 42". The term "four way" means that the pallet has forklift or pallet jack slots on all four sides of the pallet. All pallets used for shipping must be sturdy and unbroken. Wuf cannot receive materials shipped on odd sized pallets.

	Pails containing batteries should be secured to pallets with metal or fiber strapping or shrink wrap.
	Pail

If this is your first time shipping batteries with Wuf, contact Wuf for specific shipping instructions.

NOTE: Most single-use household batteries do not contain mercury or other hazardous materials, and do not require special handling or disposal. Contact us if you have questions.

Single-use batteries must be placed in sealed 5-gallon pails. They must be packed in a way that eliminates the possibility of short circuit and attendant spark/fire hazard. Pails must be secured directly to four-way pallets.

A standard pallet is 48" by 40" or 48" by 42". The term "four way" means that the pallet has forklift or pallet jack slots on all four sides of the pallet. All pallets used for shipping must be sturdy and unbroken. Wuf cannot receive materials shipped on odd sized pallets.

Pail

TRANSPORTATION

For single-use and rechargeable batteries, the Network typically organizes "milk run" collection, in which we coordinate a pickup from several members in order to minimize handling and transportation costs to each institution. Lead-acid batteries are almost always a special case; when you place a service request, we’ll contact you to discuss and confirm specific packaging and transportation arrangements.

SCHEDULING

Please give the Network as much lead time as possible in advance of your required pickup date. More time gives us more choice of markets and transportation options, and allows us to coordinate efficient milk run pickup from multiple Network members. These translate into the most favorable economics for our members.

PRICING

Prices vary over time, and are affected by the size and composition of your load and by variable transportation costs. Network members should be aware that (because of their hazardous material content), there is a cost associated with the proper disposal of fluorescent light tubes and ballasts. When you place a request for service, the Network will provide a written price quote for your acceptance before scheduling pickup and disposition.