Batteries can be included. Apollo Safety introduces batteries offering

Apollo Safety, Inc., a veteran-owned, Fall River, Massachusetts-based company specializing in safety products and services, recently began selling batteries as part of its safety product offerings.

Apollo Safety offers the following battery brands: Banana Boat, BugBand, Duracell, Energizer, Zenaro LED, Duracell Portable, Exell, Maxell, Xeno Energy. These are available in various sizes including AA, AAA, 9 volt, C and D.

“We have customers who invest a fair amount of money in their carbon monoxide and other gas detection products but often don’t keep a supply of batteries on hand to ensure those devices—detection systems and handheld devices—are working at all times,” said John Carvalho, founder and president of Apollo Safety, Inc. “We began offering batteries so that our customers could stock up rather than waiting for the batteries to run out and then, ultimately, heading down to the local pharmacy or grocery store and paying more.”

Carvalho noted that many people are hesitant to buy more than a pack or two of batteries at a time for fear the batteries will lose their power if not used by a certain time.

“Batteries, just like a gallon of milk or any number of food products, come with expiration dates,” said Carvalho. “As long as you store the batteries correctly, they should last as long as the expiration date says.”

The range of battery life can vary, anywhere from five to 10 years depending on the model. Batteries should be kept in a reasonable cool environment, away from heat and humidity.

“Some people store batteries in the refrigerator. That may be a tad extreme, but keeping batteries at temps between 40 and 50 degrees will help. Extreme temperatures in either direction can shorten their shelf life,” added Carvalho. “You also do not want to store different types of batteries together. For example, mixing AAs and AAAs in a draw together will lessen their life expectancy.”

For pricing on batteries, visit www.apollosafety.com.

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