Originally Posted By: Mr R J Ling
I do in fact, contrary to popular belief, have plenty of "hands-on" experience ...

Don't know how you got hold of that notion, Richard! I would have thought that popular belief would have it the complete opposite!

Interesting what you say about battery changes per equipment life. So you reckon three, then? Over a ten-year life span, I presume.

And yes, "forward thinking" indeed. Get the batteries written into the initial purchase order (ie, at today's prices), and just call them off as you need them. Yes, that sounds like the way to go! smile

If you don't inspect ... don't expect.