While diagnosing the premature failure of your vehicle’s lead-acid battery, technicians identify a problem called sulfation. While this is a common issue, there’s a good chance you’ve never heard of it. Knowledge of the ABCs of sulfation will help you understand your technician’s explanation of events. It will also help you understand how you can [...]
When it comes to batteries, you have a lot of options to choose from. From button batteries to automotive batteries, variety is not something this industry lacks. Many different terms exist as well, which can cause confusion. Today, we're going to look at lithium batteries and lithium-ion batteries. How Lithium and Lithium-Ion Batteries Are the [...]
With electric automobiles now on the market, you may find yourself wondering what’s next for battery-powered technology. For instance, could it be possible to build private and commercial electric airplanes? The answer to that question is yes. However, before commercial planes can take advantage of this technology, some significant changes have to happen. Here’s a [...]
If you own an electric golf cart, you are undoubtedly familiar with charging the batteries. If your batteries get too low, you could be stranded. To avoid this, you have to ensure that your battery charger is working correctly. If your battery charger ever fails, you should have some sense of where the problem might [...]
Are you struggling with battery failure? You recently purchased a perfectly good new battery, and it’s dead within some months. While your first instinct may be to give a piece of your mind to the customer service line of the battery’s manufacturer and make use of that warranty, there could be another cause. Repeat battery [...]
Many professionals need to use rechargeable batteries as part of their work. It is vital that when they do, they do so safely, with attention given to best practices. From those working with motor vehicles to those heading up an IT department, here are some essential tips to keep in mind when using rechargeable batteries. [...]
Recycling makes the world go round. Unlike recycling plastic bottles or soda cans, however, recycling a car battery is another process entirely. For one, you have to take it to a different facility all together! Recycling is necessary to protect the environment for numerous reasons, but recycling a car battery is also a matter of [...]
For your company’s data center or any critical environment, experiencing a loss of power can be disastrous. You lose valuable information, advances and waste time. However, luckily, with today’s technology, you can make use of modular UPS systems that will help you maintain stable power supply. Of course, there are other options for handling power [...]
Every motorcycle owner knows that changing the battery is part of regular maintenance. However, if you’re new to the whole motorcycle battery replacement process, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Our easy guide covers all of the steps for replacing your motorcycle battery. When Should I Replace the Battery? You’ll know your motorcycle needs a [...]
So, it’s time for a new car battery. If your car no longer starts energetically and you’re having trouble with your electrically powered items such as power windows and locks, these are the signs that you should start your search. After years of use and miles down the road, your battery will no longer hold [...]
