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Stratton AcademyBattery Recycling & Buying 101
Turn old car batteries into steady, reliable profit
Stratton Academybeginner 3h4 lessons
R 499
One-time purchase · lifetime access · includes video & notes
Overview
A complete guide to buying and recycling lead-acid car batteries in South Africa. Learn how to identify valuable batteries, test their condition, price them fairly, and handle them safely — all while building a steady, reliable income stream that complements your converter business.
At Stratton, batteries are one of our highest-volume recycling streams. We've built systems that move thousands of units a month, and we'll share exactly how we do it. Reliability and safety are everything in this game — get those right, and the profit follows.
What you'll learn
Identify valuable lead-acid battery types and brands
Test battery condition quickly and accurately
Price used batteries fairly using lead market rates
Source batteries from workshops and auto-electricians
Handle, store and transport batteries safely
Understand environmental compliance for battery recycling
Requirements
- A smartphone and basic interest in recycling