Energizer Rechargeable AA Batteries for Business in South Africa
Walk into any South African office, school, hotel or shop and you will find dozens of devices that run on AA and AAA batteries.
Wireless keyboards, clickers, torches, remotes and gaming controllers all need regular power. However, most organisations still buy disposable alkaline cells. They use them once and then throw them away. As a result, battery spend keeps climbing every month.
Energizer rechargeable AA batteries for business offer a simple fix. They cut ongoing costs and reduce waste at the same time. This article helps procurement buyers and the resellers who supply them. It shows where rechargeables pay off, how the costs compare and where they do not fit.
Which Workplace Devices Suit Rechargeable AA and AAA Batteries?
The best candidates for rechargeable batteries are devices that are used every day. Typical use cases include:
Offices: TV remotes, air conditioner remotes, wireless keyboards and mice, presentation clickers, headsets and boardroom remotes.
Schools and training centres: projector remotes, wireless microphones, cameras and robotics kits.
Retail: wireless mice at tills, handheld devices, display lighting and stockroom torches.
In short, if your staff change batteries in a device every few weeks, that device is costing you money.
Are Energizer Rechargeable AA Batteries Cheaper in the Long Run?
Yes, for devices that see daily use. A rechargeable NiMH cell costs more upfront than an alkaline cell. You also need a charger. However, you can recharge a quality NiMH AA cell hundreds of times. In contrast, you use an alkaline cell only once. Energizer also states that its rechargeable AA cells hold their charge for up to 12 months in storage.
Most busy workplaces reach break-even within the first year. After that, the savings continue for years. The only extra cost is a small amount of electricity for charging.
Rechargeable Versus Alkaline Batteries: The Cost Case for South African Businesses
As the year draws to a close, now is the ideal time for retailers and resellers to review their battery stock and prepare for the festive season and the new year. Demand for batteries rises sharply over the holidays, and many businesses use the start of a new financial year to review operating costs. Rechargeable batteries offer a compelling answer to both.
Comparing the Cost of Rechargeable and Alkaline Batteries
Consider an office with 50 workstations, each fitted with a wireless keyboard and mouse. Together, these devices use approximately four AA cells per desk. Over a period of two years, the cost of replacing alkaline batteries across the office can amount to tens of thousands of Rand.
The rechargeable option proves more economical even within the first year. From the second year onwards, the business saves almost its entire alkaline battery budget. The same principle applies to bulk AAA rechargeable batteries used in remote controls and presentation clickers.
Energizer Rechargeable AA Batteries for Keyboards, Mice and Controllers
Keyboards and mice are the most practical starting point. These devices draw low, steady power, which is well suited to NiMH cells.
Please note that rechargeable cells operate at 1.2 volts rather than 1.5 volts. Consequently, certain devices may display a low battery warning slightly earlier than usual. This is normal, and the device will continue to function correctly.
Devices in hotel lounges and staff rooms also drain batteries quickly. By keeping a spare charged set on hand, staff can replace cells between sessions. Torches used by security and maintenance personnel on night shifts are another suitable application.
Which Devices Should Not Use Rechargeable Batteries?
Rechargeable batteries are not suitable for every device. Providing accurate guidance protects your customers and builds lasting trust.
Smoke alarms and safety devices: Always use the battery type specified by the alarm manufacturer. Most manufacturers advise against the use of rechargeable cells.
Emergency and standby equipment: Torches that are stored for extended periods require cells with a long shelf life. For these applications, we recommend Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries.
Very low drain devices: Wall clocks consume so little power that a single alkaline cell can last a year or longer. The potential saving is therefore minimal.
Medical and specialised equipment: Always follow the equipment manufacturer’s instructions.
A Growing Opportunity for Battery Resellers
Corporate, educational and hospitality customers purchase in volume and reorder on a regular cycle. This makes them a valuable and dependable customer base.
Resellers can offer a straightforward starter bundle comprising rechargeable cells, chargers and a cost comparison. This approach opens a new customer segment and generates repeat business. Browse our Energizer battery range to assemble your bundle.
Restock Ahead of the Holidays and the New Year
The festive season is one of the busiest trading periods of the year, and battery sales rise with gift purchases, toys, remote controls and travel. Supplier and courier schedules also tighten towards the end of December, and many businesses close over the holiday period. We therefore encourage retailers and resellers to place orders early, so that shelves remain stocked through December and into January, when corporate and school customers return to restock for the new year.
Order Energizer Rechargeable AA Batteries from SJ Andrews Electronics
SJ Andrews Electronics supplies rechargeable batteries and chargers to resellers and distributors throughout South Africa and the broader region.
Whether you require bulk AA and AAA rechargeable batteries or assistance in preparing a cost case for a client, our team will be pleased to assist.
Contact SJ Andrews Electronics today for trade pricing and stock availability, or call us on +27 (011) 444 1521.