Reading, PA - May 26, 2004: EnerSys,
a world leader in stored energy solutions, announced today a strategic
partnership with Aker Wade Power Technologies, LLC to offer state-of-the-art
fast charge batteries and chargers for lift trucks and other motive power
applications.
Aker Wade CEO, Bret E. Aker explained the partnership's
benefits, "We
believe a strong partnership between our advanced technology company
and a well established sales and service organization will provide customers
with outstanding, high quality fast charging solutions that consistently
work in the field."
EnerSys Executive Vice President, John Shea believes
Aker Wade is the perfect fit, “After extensive evaluation of the
fast charging market, we are confident that Aker Wade not only has the
most advanced technology, but has also proven itself in the field. EnerSys
is proud to offer the material handling industry yet another solution
for its motive power needs.” Aker Wade President, John Aker notes that the partnership enables Aker
Wade and EnerSys to reach all segments of the market. "Currently,
Aker Wade converts one to two manufacturing plant facilities per month
for two to three shift, high demand fast charging applications. This
alliance allows us to meet the current needs of the market and expand
our horizons as the market grows." Using Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT), power electronics technology,
the Aker Wade fast charger has the highest efficiency and power factor
on the market today. The technological benefits include: higher labor productivity,
greater safety and a high battery state of charge that reduces motor wear.
Operating costs are further reduced with the elimination of a facility's
battery room. The fast charger has a modular design ensuring nearly zero
service downtime. Additionally, it is the only fast charger to work with
or without a battery module ID, allowing any battery to charge on any charger.
The ROI is about one year, with savings equaling approximately $10,000
per vehicle per year.
Aker Wade is a supplier of advanced fast charging systems
for forklift applications in the material handling industry. Aker Wade
designs, manufactures and services fast chargers, as well as educates
the public on fast charging technology. Aker Wade is headquartered
in Charlottesville, Virginia. Call 434.975.6001 or visit www.akerwade.com
for more information. EnerSys is one of the world's largest industrial
battery companies offering a broad line of batteries and chargers for
electric lift trucks, ground support equipment, mining equipment and
AGVs. EnerSys has been designing, testing, building and servicing batteries
since 1888, offering EnerSys Ironclad and General Battery brand batteries
and chargers. Call 610-208-1921 or visit www.enersysmp.com for more information. |
