Winter is Dead Battery Season: Here Are Some Tips to Prepare for It It might seem like batteries are somewhat unpredictable, and in some ways, they can be. While the two most common killers of batteries are heat and time, winter cold is often the final straw. Winter and cold temperatures expose underlying battery weakness. […]
Shriners Hospitals For Children
Shriners Hospitals and the Energy Battery Group If you feel it in your heart, please consider donating to Shriners Hospitals for Children! Simply follow the link below: Headquartered in Marietta, GA, The Energy Battery Group is an organization of outstanding battery specialists. We have 2 distribution centers and over 100 locations throughout the US […]
Interviews and Podcasts with Steve Dufaud, Owner of American Battery Corporation
KRDO Noon News with Mike Lewis Interviews Steve Dufaud, Owner of American Battery Corporation Join Mike Lewis as he interviews Steve. They discuss the changing weather and how cold affects battery performance. Steve gives tips to keep during the cold weather months. Rick Ward Interviews Steve for Veteran-Owned Colorado Springs Businesses Follow Rick […]
Floor Scrubber Batteries – How to Get the Most Out of Your Investment
Let’s face it. Floor Scrubber batteries can be expensive. The longer you can make them last, the more money you can keep in your pocket. With a little maintenance, a little knowledge, and inexpensive equipment, you can make them last! Floor Scrubber Batteries You need to start with the right battery. Make sure it is […]
Solar Bank Replacement in Existing System
Our previous posts about solar bank maintenance have included the following subjects: Solar Maintenance for Unattended Systems Equalization Techniques for Solar Battery Solar Battery Charge Controller Adjustments Renewable Energy System Maintenance Now, let’s address some important things to consider when replacing your solar bank in an existing system. New Solar Battery Bank vs Old Solar […]
Solar Maintenance for Unattended Systems
We have a lot of posts about solar battery systems and how to maintain them. But, we haven’t talked a lot about solar maintenance for systems that aren’t attended year round. Solar maintenance for systems that aren’t regularly used is somewhat different. Since power isn’t used on a regular basis, your charge controller settings need […]
Equalization Techniques for Solar Battery
Equalization (EQ) charges are an important step in maintaining flooded solar battery systems. Equalizing your solar battery bank prevents sulfation and acid stratification. What is an Equalization Charge in Solar Battery Systems? An EQ charge is basically an overcharge of the battery bank. You can set the equalization voltage and time in the charge controller. […]
Solar Battery Charge Controller Adjustments
Solar Battery Adjustments for Seasonal Changes Charge controllers are an important part of your solar battery array. Without proper settings, you run the risk of over charging or under charging your solar battery system. Initial Charge Control Settings Your goal is to fully charge your solar battery array after each use in order to optimize […]
Seasonal Battery Storage
Toys are a great thing. But, you must keep the battery in good shape in order to get the most use out of it. By far, the most common complaint I get about seasonal batteries is that they have to be replaced every year. You can get 3-5 years out of your seasonal battery if […]
Battery Maintenance for RVs
RVs and campers are wonderful things. Spending time with the family in the great outdoors. But, RV owners say that the batteries need to be replaced every year. It doesn’t have to be this way. If you perform proper battery maintenance and the system is properly sized, you should get 3-5 years from the batteries. […]