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Acrospire and our solar partner, Green Frog Systems, are both forward-looking, environmentally-friendly businesses committed to developing technology and processes that safeguard the environment, mitigate climate change, and protect biodiversity.
Each year, a staggering 20,000 tonnes of battery waste ends up in landfills. We’re proud not to contribute to this figure, offering all of our customers a convenient ‘back-to-base’ battery return and recycling scheme for all batteries sold within our solar-powered street lights and energy storage systems. Simply return your old batteries to Acrospire, and we’ll take care of the rest, ensuring they are recycled responsibly.
Rest assured, all of our meet the requirements of WEEE legislation, facilitated through our Lumicom registration (WEE/AH5607UY).
Batteries are the key to humanity’s future – not just for solar but also for EV. However, when discussing the sustainability and efficiency of a solar lighting solution there are notable differences between the different types of batteries available.
The two post popular are Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) and traditional lead-acid batteries. Understanding the distinctions and their environmental impacts and operational efficiencies is crucial for making informed, practical decisions.
LiFePO4 batteries (used by big brands such as Tesla) are renowned for their longevity, typically offering a lifespan of seven to 10 years.
This is a substantial improvement over traditional lead-acid batteries, which often have shorter operational lives of around two to four years. The extended lifespan of LiFePO4 batteries affects not only the cost effectiveness but also significantly reduces their environmental footprint by lowering the frequency of battery replacements.
Efficiency is another critical factor where LiFePO4 batteries excel. These batteries demonstrate approximately 98% efficiency, ensuring that a majority of the stored energy is usable.
This contrasts sharply with the 80% efficiency typically seen in lead-acid batteries.
The environmental credentials of LiFePO4 batteries further strengthen their use case. LiFePO4 batteries are non-toxic, non-contaminating and contain no rare earth metals, making them an environmentally conscious choice.
Constructed from non-toxic materials, these batteries pose less risk to the environment compared to lead-acid batteries, which contain hazardous substances like lead and sulfuric acid. The longer life and higher efficiency of LiFePO4 batteries mean reduced resource consumption and waste, aligning with the goals of sustainable energy applications.
Recycling LiFePO4 batteries enables the recovery of valuable materials, such as lithium, iron, and phosphorus, which can be reused in the production of new batteries. This not only conserves natural resources but also reduces the demand for mining and extraction of raw materials.
Yes. This service is totally free for our clients nationally, and applies to any of our Solar Energy Storage, Lithium Iron Phosphate (LifePO4) sealed unit batteries.
No, this us currently a 'back-to-base' service.
No. You are welcome to return as many batteries as you want, as long as they have been purchased from us.
The batteries are collected by one of our specialist recycling partners, sorted and returned to recycling plants that extract reusable materials for re-cycling.
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Our story
The idea for Acrospire was formed in 2012 when founder Tim envisioned a different kind of lighting manufacturer: one that would not only deliver outstanding customer experiences but also prioritise fair treatment for its employees.
We’ve come a long way
Motivated by the belief the industry wanted and needed better, Tim shared his plan to establish his own venture with Hatty, who simply couldn't let him do it alone.
The rest, as they say, is history.
Protecting local jobs and ensuring the best quality possible.
Working from a rented office by day and assembling lanterns in a garage at night, Tim and Hatty set to work.
11 Years later
Acrospire now inhabits a 14000² ft manufacturing facility in Basingstoke, Hampshire. We’re a proud partner of the Made in Britain scheme, ISO9001 certified and a member of all relevant lighting industry trade bodies.
Along with great relationships with our customers and a great team! We've attracted some of the most experienced members of the lighting industry, all by following one golden rule.
A simple ethos
That runs through all that we do. Customers who have made the switch to Acrospire have found working with us to be a breath of fresh air.
If you’re a professional in the lighting industry, you’re probably familiar with warranties that range from 3 to 10 years, with extensions available on special request or at additional cost. At Acrospire, where we’re proud to be different, we offer a market-leading simple 12-year warranty, as standard.
We focus on our customers not our competition. We manufacture our products in the UK: with the exception of our solar products, our supply chain is within a 60-mile radius of our factory in Basingstoke: to maintain greater control over quality. We al
Speed of response is crucial when it comes to resolving warranty issues. If we’ve made a mistake, we own it, get to the root cause, and fix it as quickly as possible. We believe in timely communication with our customers and making the resolution pro
Test and Test Again
We believe in independent testing and certification. Our new product development is in line with ISO 9001. Many of our products hold ENEC Certification. To meet the requirements of ENEC we also send random product samples for third party safety testi
Our product design is another key factor in our ability to offer a 12-year warranty. We value engineer rather than cost cut, never compromising on quality. We stick to our processes and engage with our supply chain to ensure that every product meets