EnerSys Introduces New Premium Lithium and Advanced Lead Material Handling Solutions

READING, Pa., Nov. 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- EnerSys(NYSE: ENS), the global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications, announced today it has extended its market leading Hawker XFC premium product line for material handling equipment.  The two new products feature EnerSys' advanced lithium and thin plate pure lead advanced lead batteries packaged with on board chargers and controls.

"The new solutions are a result of EnerSys' continued investments and commitments to deliver innovative, best value solutions utilizing the latest technologies in energy storage and electronics to make it easier for our customers," stated John D. Craig, chairman, president and chief executive officer of EnerSys. "These batteries are designed to require less time to recharge by employing rapid charging so users do not have to change batteries on the trucks. In addition, these batteries have the added benefit of true maintenance free operation."

These new products are initially being launched in EnerSys' European market with global distribution to follow through our market leading position in energy storage solutions for material handling applications, stretching from the Americas to Asia.

About EnerSys
EnerSys, the world leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications, manufactures and distributes reserve power and motive power batteries, chargers, power equipment, and battery accessories to customers worldwide. Motive power batteries are utilized in electric forklift trucks and other commercial electric powered vehicles. Reserve power batteries are used in the telecommunication and utility industries, uninterruptible power supplies, and numerous applications requiring stored energy solutions including aerospace and defense systems. The company also provides aftermarket and customer support services to its customers from over 100 countries through its sales and manufacturing locations around the world. For more information, visit www.EnerSys.com.

Caution Concerning Forward-Looking Statements
This press release and oral statements made regarding the subjects of this release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements may include, but are not limited to, (i) statements regarding EnerSys' plans, objectives, expectations and intentions and other statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts, including statements identified by words such as "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "plans," "believes," "seeks," "estimates," "will" or words of similar meaning; and (ii) statements about the benefits of the Hawker XFC products, including any impact on our financial and operating results and estimates, and any impact on EnerSys' market position that may be realized from the Hawker XFC products.

These forward-looking statements are based upon management's current beliefs or expectations and are inherently subject to significant business, economic, and competitive uncertainties and contingencies many of which are beyond our control.  The following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements: (1) our ability to successfully develop the market for this product; (2) the possibility that EnerSys may not realize revenue benefits from the business within expected time frames; and (3) competition may adversely affect the business and result in customer loss. The statements in this press release are made as of the date of this press release, even if subsequently made available by EnerSys on its website or otherwise.  EnerSys does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect circumstances or events that occur after the date such forward-looking statement is made.

Although EnerSys does not make forward-looking statements unless it believes it has a reasonable basis for doing so, EnerSys cannot guarantee their accuracy.  The foregoing factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in these forward-looking statements.  For a list of other factors which could affect EnerSys' results, including earnings estimates, see EnerSys' filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including "Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations," including "Forward-Looking Statements," set forth in the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended July 1, 2012.  No undue reliance should be placed on any forward-looking statements.

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Richard Zuidema, Executive Vice President, EnerSys, +1-800-538-3627