EnerSys Enhances Lithium-Based Capabilities with Expansion of Design, Assembly and Sales Operations
The new EAS unit in
New lithium-based battery products for defense applications have been
developed and launched at EAS in
As telecommunications technology advances, end users seek ways to upgrade their facilities quickly, without retrofitting existing structures. Among the advantages that lithium-ion batteries offer is lighter weight and smaller volume than lead or nickel batteries, which eliminates the need to make architectural enhancements to accommodate their installation on rooftops and in tight spaces. For example, a 1,600 amp-hour, 48-volt lead calcium battery typically weighs 3,045 kg (6,700 pounds) and requires 5.75 square meters (62 square feet) of floor space, while an equivalent, 48-volt lithium-ion battery typically weighs 986 kg (2,170 pounds) and requires 1.86 square meters (20 square feet) of floor space; this represents a three-fold reduction in weight and floor space needs.
In addition to being smaller and lighter, lithium-ion batteries do not require venting, making them advantageous for use in distributed power architecture that incorporates DC power sources and batteries with newly installed equipment. The higher energy density of lithium-ion batteries makes them useful for powering applications, including digital television operations, in both land-line and fiber-optic applications, and a host of other uses, including defense applications.
"Our investment in lithium-ion technology demonstrates the commitment to
meeting the ever growing, worldwide demand for small- and large-format lithium
products," said EnerSys Chairman, President and CEO
"We will continue to invest in advanced solutions to meet our customer's needs. In the quickly changing environment for energy storage, we are convinced that there are good growth opportunities for lithium, nickel and advanced lead solutions. All of these technologies bring some unique performance characteristics valued by our customers in cost, power, energy, cycle life and ease of recycling, so we will keep investing."
Lead-based battery products continue to dominate
ABOUT
More information regarding
This press release contains forward-looking statements (within the meaning
of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995), that are based on
management's reasonable expectations and assumptions as of the date the
statements are made but involve risks and uncertainties, including, without
limitation, significant business, economic, and competitive uncertainties and
contingencies, many of which are beyond our control. The Company's actual
results may differ materially from the forward-looking statements for a number
of reasons. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any
forward-looking statements. For a list of factors that could affect the
Company's results, see the Company's filings with the
Please consider the Company's forward-looking statements in light of those risks.
SOURCE
CONTACT:
Executive Vice President
+1-610-208-1803
Fax, +1-610-208-1807
richard.zuidema@enersys.com
or
Public Relations
Baio & McCullough
+1-215-440-9800, Fax,
+1-215-440-0717
kurt@hbmadv.com