U.S. Battery Receives 2013 Platinum On-Time Shipping Award From General Motors Customer Care and Aftersales Division

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U.S. Battery, the leading manufacturer of flooded lead-acid batteries, received the Platinum On-Time Shipping Award from General Motors Customer Care and Aftersales. The award recognizes U.S. Battery’s outstanding and on-time shipping that consistently performed above GM’s expectations.

U.S. Battery’s three distribution plants, Corona, California, Augusta, Georgia, and Evans, Georgia, ship batteries to U.S. and international dealers on a daily basis. “There’s a reason why GM prefers to use U.S. Battery products over many others in the marketplace.” says Bill Glover, U.S. Battery Vice President of Sales. “This award recognizes our commitment to not only providing the best product, but also the kind of reliable service our customers depend on.”

U.S. Battery is a top tier supplier of batteries to General Motors and other OE manufactures across the world. The company also expanded its distribution plant in Augusta, Georgia this year, to meet growing demands for its products on the east coast and internationally.  “As a U.S.A. based manufacturer, delivering our products on time is an important part of our business philosophy,” says Don Wallace, U.S. Battery CMO/ Executive VP, Sales and Marketing. “In 2013, we have managed to increase production, distribution, and provide additional jobs for our local economies. That alone is something to be proud of, and the GM Platinum Award is a great acknowledgment of that effort.”

U.S. Battery manufactures a variety of deep-cycle batteries that are all manufactured in the U.S.A. and are distributed worldwide. For more information, contact U.S. Battery 1675 Sampson Ave. Corona, CA 92879. (800) 695-0945. Visit https://www.usbattery.com.

Electric Vehicles Powered By U.S. Battery Finish A Cross-Country Trip To Raise Money For Veterans

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U.S. Battery Manufacturing joins Drive for Veterans in celebrating the end of a successful cross-country trip that raised money for wounded veterans. Drive for Veterans consisted of volunteers that took turns driving four Columbia ParCar electric vehicles across the United States, all powered by U.S. Battery products. “We were very happy to provide Drive for Veterans with batteries that allowed them to maintain a constant speed and level of reliability in conditions that most electric vehicles will never experience,” says Don Wallace, U.S. Battery CMO/Executive Vice President. “Each of the low-speed electric vehicles made the entire trip using a single set of our batteries.” Three of the vehicles were equipped with U.S. Battery US2200 6-volt deep-cycle batteries, while one was outfitted with U.S. Battery AGM2224 batteries.

The Drive for Veterans began October 19, 2013 in San Diego, California and ended December 2, 2013 at the American Legion Post 347 in Lady Lake, Florida. Participants stopped at various cities and events across the country, in an effort to raise a total of $500,000 for the Fisher House Foundation and Semper Fi Fund. Although the cross-country trip is over, Drive for Veterans will still accept donations thru December 31st.

One of the vehicles used in the fund raiser will also be on display in U.S. Battery’s booth during the PGA Trade Show in Orlando, Florida, January 22-24th booth #2525, and at the GIS Trade Show also in Orlando, February 5-6th booth #1353. For more information on Drive For Veterans, visit www.driveforveterans.com. For additional information on U.S. Battery products, contact U.S. Battery 1675 Sampson Ave. Corona, CA 92879. (800) 695-0945. Or visit them online at www.USBattery.com.

Vantage Vehicle International Selects U.S. Battery Manufacturing As OEM Battery Supplier

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U.S. Battery Manufacturing was selected by electric vehicle manufacturer, Vantage Vehicle International, as the OEM supplier for lead-acid batteries in their products. “Vantage’s utility vehicles are known world-wide for their dependability, reliability, and versatility,” says Don Wallace, U.S. Battery Manufacturing CMO/Executive VP Sales and Marketing. “We’re happy Vantage Vehicle recognizes that we share the same core values to provide reliability, performance, and savings to our mutual customers.”

Both companies believe electric vehicles are a growing market, and manufacturers like Vantage Vehicle International, are striving to provide higher quality products to exceed customer expectations. “Partnering with U.S. Battery fits the core benefits of our company,” says Joshua Kim, Vice President at Vantage Vehicle International. “U.S. Battery is established as the leading manufacturer of deep cycle lead acid batteries with proven performance and lifespan over the competition. Working together, Vantage will be able to provide a product our customers and dealers have been requesting.”

Each Vantage electric vehicle uses 12, 6-volt deep cycle lead-acid batteries, and has a range of up to 40 miles with a maximum speed of 25 mph. “Vantage Vehicle owners will appreciate that U.S. Battery lead-acid batteries feature the XC2 formulation which reaches higher peak capacity in as few as 25 cycles,” says Wallace. “With proper maintenance, our batteries will also provide Vantage customers with longer service life and reliability.” Because care and maintenance are extremely important to the longevity and performance of flooded lead acid batteries, Vantage includes a watering system with the batteries, to ensure optimum performance and cost savings over the long-term. “U.S. Battery products, paired with a watering system, bring convenience and reliability to the flooded battery package we offer,” says Kim. “Customers can take comfort in knowing their battery system is properly maintained and easy to check. This gives our customers a more cost effective battery pack while maintaining reliability and performance that saves our customers money. Minimizing warranty failures and production defects also saves Vantage money.”

U.S. Battery manufactures a variety of deep-cycle batteries that are all manufactured in the U.S.A. and are distributed worldwide. For more information, on Vantage Vehicle International, visit www.vantagevehicle.com. For more information on U.S. Battery products, contact U.S. Battery Manufacturing, 1675 Sampson Ave. Corona, CA 92879. (800) 695-0945. Visit www.usbattery.com.

U.S. Battery International Conference A Success With Top Distributors

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U.S. Battery held its international distributor conference at the Rio hotel and casino, November 17th and 18th in Las Vegas, Nevada. The conference allowed U.S. Battery sales, marketing, and engineering teams gain additional insight from a cross section of the company’s top distributors, and focus on the needs and expectations of customers. “The future growth of our respective businesses depends upon understanding our customers,” says Don Wallace U.S. Battery CMO/ Executive VP, Sales and Marketing. “U.S. Battery intends to drive further growth in a direction that will be most beneficial to all. We want to be responsive and responsible in our position as the leading supplier of deep cycle batteries in the world.”

The two-day conference consisted of a variety of speakers, presentations, and activities that kept attendees busy and entertained. Distributors were also able to sign up for one-on-one meetings with U.S. Battery staff to provide additional input and perspective from their individual market places.  Images and announcements from the conference will be made available on U.S. Battery’s blog, website, Facebook page, and through its distributor network.

U.S. Battery manufactures a variety of deep-cycle batteries that are all manufactured in the U.S.A. and distributed world-wide. For more information, contact U.S. Battery 1675 Sampson Ave. Corona, CA 92879. (800) 695-0945. Visit www.usbattery.com.

How To Equalize Charge And Prevent Stratification On Deep-Cycle Batteries

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Recharging deep-cycle batteries with a charger using a constant voltage or a fixed charge algorithm can, over time, lead to a condition called stratification. Stratification occurs when the acid in the electrolyte separates from the water and settles to the bottom of the battery causing damage to the bottom area of the battery plates.
To prevent stratification, it’s important to regularly perform an equalizing procedure to your batteries.   Equalizing adds an extended charge at the end of the normal charging process necessary to  promote gassing of the electrolyte in order to “re-mix” the acid and water.

THE EQUALIZING PROCESS
The method used to properly equalize batteries is as easy as using a high-quality battery charger that features an automatic equalizing mode, or has the capability to extend or restart the charging process as needed. Follow these procedures to properly equalize charge your batteries.

  1. Make Sure The Battery Is A Flooded Lead-Acid Type.
  2. All Electrical Loads To The Battery Must Be Removed.
  3. Connect Your Charger And Charge The Batteries Until The Charger Terminates A Normal Charge Cycle.

a.) If the charger is equipped with an automatic equalizing mode, make sure the charger is
connected and powered up long enough to complete equalization.

b.) If the charger is not equipped with an automatic equalization mode, assure the charger
completes a full, automatic charge, and then restart the charger by disconnecting AC
power and reconnecting.  The charger should restart and extend the charge time by 1-3
hours

4.   Correct Equalizing Will Cause Gassing And Bubbling Of The Electrolyte.
5.   Take Specific Gravity Readings Every Hour.
6.   You Will Know That The Equalization Process Is Complete: When the specific
gravity values no longer increase during the gassing stage.  If the charger terminates the
charge automatically, before the hourly specific gravity readings are constant, restart the
charger and continue the process until specific gravity readings are constant.

7.  Make Sure To Replace Any Water Lost During The Process.

Equalizing your deep-cycle batteries is a great way to extend battery life and lower operational costs over time. It will also help to remove a buildup of lead sulfate crystals on the battery’s plates, a condition called sulfation. This condition lowers the battery’s ability to take a full-charge and diminishes its full power. Equalizing is just one of several procedures you should be adding to your maintenance schedule every time you service the batteries.  This regular service, including watering, should be performed at least once a month, or more frequently during periods of heavy use. For more information, contact U.S. Battery Manufacturing, 1675 Sampson Ave. Corona, CA 92879. (800) 695-0945. Visit https://www.usbattery.com.

U.S. Battery RE Series Deep Cycle Batteries Enhance Performance For Solar Powered Homes And Businesses

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U.S. Battery RE Series deep-cycle batteries include unique features that give them the highest peak capacity, cycle life, and reliability for use in solar powered homes and businesses. RE Series batteries use the company’s exclusive Diamond Plate technology, consisting of highly efficient synthetic tetrabasic lead sulfate (TTBLS), crystal structures. U.S. Battery’s improvement in plate structure with synthetic TTBLS, results in enhanced performance, charging, and life of the battery over any other on the market. “Our Diamond Plate Xtreme Capacity technology provides higher peak capacity, improved watt-hours per liter and watt-hours per kilogram,” says Don Wallace, U.S. Battery CMO/ Executive VP, Sales and Marketing. “It’s one of the main reasons why more solar homes and businesses use our RE Series batteries than any other on the market.”

U.S. Battery’s RE-Series deep-cycle batteries also include Defender™ moss shields. These shields effectively prevent the formation of “mossing shorts” caused when positive active material particles dislodge from the plates, collect at the top of the cell elements, and cause a short circuit. When combined with an exclusive Outside Positive (OSP™) battery design, which mitigates the effects of positive plate deterioration and further increases battery life, overall capacity and stable performance over the life of the battery is dramatically increased.

In addition to internal capacity performance, U.S. Battery RE Series deep cycle batteries also feature extra heavy-duty connector lugs for extreme power loads, a tough polypropylene exterior case, heavy-duty lifting handles, and the company’s SpeedCap® Venting positive locking system for easy maintenance. An optional factory installed, single-point watering system is also available.

RE-Series deep cycle batteries are available in both 6-volt and 2-volt configurations. U.S. Battery manufactures a variety of deep-cycle batteries that are all manufactured in the U.S.A. and are distributed worldwide. For more information, contact U.S. Battery Manufacturing, 1675 Sampson Ave. Corona, CA 92879. (800) 695-0945. Visit https://www.usbattery.com.

U.S. Battery Golf-Car Batteries Provide The Most Useable Run-Time And Reach Rated Capacity Faster

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U.S. Battery Manufacturing Deep-Cycle batteries allow golf car owners and fleets significant money-saving advantages.  U.S. Battery Manufacturing’s 6-volt and 12-volt deep-cycle golf car batteries incorporate the company’s exclusive XC2™ formulation and Diamond Plate Technology®. This combination of extremely efficient synthetic tetrabasic lead sulfate crystal structures (TTBLS), allow U.S. Battery’s products to reach peak capacity in fewer cycles, to provide higher total energy delivery, and to extend battery life.  “Our batteries with XC2™ formulation reach higher peak capacity in as little as 25 cycles, while also extending the service life of the battery,” explains Don Wallace, U.S. Battery CMO/Executive Vice President. “This gives golf car fleets and individual owners a longer-lasting, more efficient battery that saves time, money, and never leaves anyone stranded on the golf course.”

U.S. Battery Manufacturing’s exceptional battery performance was proven when a team of retired and off-duty U.S. Coast Guard members (Carting For A Cause), drove a golf car across the United States to raise money for the Wounded Warrior Project. The golf car powered by eight U.S. Battery Manufacturing US145 XC2™ batteries averaged 25 miles per hour and 200 miles per day.  “With daily recharging, using Delta-Q, QuiQTM industrial battery chargers, the team had no problem completing their fund raising trip,” said Wallace.

U.S. Battery’s deep-cycle batteries are available in a variety of sizes and amp-hour capacity ratings. They also feature extra heavy-duty connector lugs and a tough polypropylene exterior case. The company’s SpeedCap® Venting positive locking system, for easy maintenance, is also available for specific applications.

U.S. Battery manufactures a variety of deep-cycle batteries that are all manufactured in the U.S.A. and are distributed worldwide. For more information, contact U.S. Battery Manufacturing, 1675 Sampson Ave. Corona, CA 92879. (800) 695-0945. Visit https://www.usbattery.com.

U.S. Battery Deep-Cycle RV Batteries Save Money By Lasting And Performing Longer

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U.S. Battery Manufacturing Deep-Cycle RV batteries are designed to withstand the extreme charge and discharge cycles when used in RVs, as well as provide higher initial capacity, performance, and longer service life. With many electronic appliances, stereo systems, and other accessories that maintain a high parasitic load on RV batteries, discharge and charging cycles can quickly cut the service life of an ordinary battery. U.S. Battery’s Deep-Cycle batteries are more efficient and last longer, because of the company’s exclusive XC2™ formulation and Diamond Plate Technology®. This combination of extremely efficient synthetic tetrabasic lead sulfate crystal structures (TTBLS), allow U.S. Battery’s products to reach peak capacity in fewer cycles, provide higher total energy delivery, and extend battery life. “RV owners can save money by utilizing a high-performance deep-cycle battery that is more efficient and lasts longer,” says Don Wallace, U.S. Battery CMO/Executive Vice President. “Our exclusive XC2™ formulation enhances battery performance, by improving charging efficiency with increased initial and overall capacity. Furthermore, it’s more compatible with a wider range of chargers used in various make and model RVs.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS OF XC2™
* Highest initial capacity.
* Fastest cycle up to full rated capacity.
* Highest total energy delivered over the life of the battery.
* Ultimate compatibility with the wide range of chargers used in the field.
* High charge efficiency designed to meet the new California Energy Commission regulations for
combined charger/battery charge efficiency.

U.S. Battery’s RV deep-cycle batteries are available in a variety of sizes and amp-hour capacity ratings. Available in 12-volt and 6-volt configurations, U.S. Battery’s RE Series deep cycle batteries also feature extra heavy-duty connector lugs and a tough polypropylene exterior case. The company’s SpeedCap® Venting positive locking system, for easy maintenance, is also available for specific applications. U.S. Battery manufactures a variety of deep-cycle batteries that are all manufactured in the U.S.A. and are distributed worldwide. For more information, contact U.S. Battery Manufacturing, 1675 Sampson Ave. Corona, CA 92879. Call 1-(800) 695-0945, or visit them online at: www.usbattery.com.

 

U.S. Battery Manufacturing Donates $2500 To Carting For A Cause

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U.S. Battery Manufacturing donated $2500 to Carting For A Cause on May 26th, at the U.S. Coast Guard Training Center in Yorktown, Virginia, right after the charitable organization completed a 3,900 mile golf cart trip across the country. U.S. Battery Manufacturing executives Don Wallace, Executive VP, Sales and Marketing, and Ron Anderson, Executive VP California, met up with members of the Carting For A Cause team to present the check.

The donation from U.S. Battery Manufacturing was made up of employee and corporate donations in hopes it would help Carting For A Cause achieve its goal to raise $50,000 for the Wounded Warrior Project. In addition, U.S. Battery Manufacturing was the exclusive battery sponsor, donating eight sets of its US 145 XC-2™ deep-cycle golf-car batteries that powered the Carting For A Cause golf cart during its long coast to coast journey.

“It was an honor to work with a great group of volunteer, retired, and off-duty U.S. Coast Guard members who made up the Carting For A Cause team,” said Wallace. “By supplying them with the industry’s best deep-cycle golf cart batteries, the CFAC team had no problem making their cross country trip, and we’re proud we were able to help make it happen.”

U.S. Battery manufactures a variety of deep-cycle batteries that are all manufactured in the U.S.A. and are distributed worldwide. For more information, contact U.S. Battery Manufacturing, 1675 Sampson Ave. Corona, CA 92879. (800) 695-0945. Visit www.usbattery.com.

U.S. Battery Manufacturing Expands Its Manufacturing And Distribution Plant In Augusta, Georgia

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U.S. Battery is currently expanding its manufacturing and distribution plant in Augusta, Georgia, due to increased growth for deep-cycle batteries within the region. As the leading deep-cycle battery manufacturer, the expansion will help the company meet higher production needs and faster delivery times necessary to maintain the superior customer service levels its extensive customer base currently enjoys. “We have increased this plant’s floor space by 35 percent,” says Terry Agrelius, President and CEO of U.S. Battery Manufacturing Company. “The added capacity in production and warehousing were necessary to meet the growing demands for U.S. Battery products within our varied worldwide marketplaces.”

According to Agrelius, U.S. Battery has experienced a 30 percent growth in the golf car, sweeper scrubber, renewable energy, AWP, and recreational markets. Much of the success is attributed to the fact that U.S. Battery products consistently exceed performance expectations, especially when compared to other battery manufacturers.  “Our worldwide customer base continues to grow at a rapid rate despite the economic challenges currently experienced within the global market,” says Agrelius. “U.S. Battery customers have come to rely upon the history of consistently high quality products and long standing integrity, which began with the company’s founder John E. Anderson. Our current management team has kept up with Anderson’s philosophy, and it remains at the forefront of all our business decisions.”

The plant expansion has also brought with it a 38 percent growth in the employee base. “Making sure our products are custom made in the U.S.A is an important part of our business,” says Don Wallace, U.S. Battery CMO/ Executive VP, Sales and Marketing. “This expansion not only increases production and distribution, but also helps provide additional jobs for the local economy.” U.S. Battery manufactures a variety of deep-cycle batteries that are all manufactured in the U.S.A. and are distributed worldwide. For more information, contact U.S. Battery 1675 Sampson Ave. Corona, CA 92879. (800) 695-0945. Visit www.usbattery.com.