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How Much Does a Battery Cost?

When considering the cost of a battery over its entire life, 4 factors should come into play: Value, Capacity, Voltage, and Cycle Life. The real cost of a battery, or any consumable product, is dependent upon significantly more that the actual price tag. How well is the product (in this case your battery) built? How much performance can you expect from your battery and for how long? What are the ...

Protect Your Battery Against Extreme Weather

Heat and cold extremes will shorten the life of mechanical equipment faster than any other environmental influence. Not only is it critical to determine the right battery for your project, but to take proactive steps to extend the life of your investment as well. Extreme temperatures slash renewable energy system performance and battery life. Fortunately, with a few simple steps, you can save ...

8 Key Steps to Manufacturing a Quality Lead Battery

All trustworthy lead battery manufacturers mirror manufacturing and quality control methods for their batteries. The difference, like most things, is in the details. How your lead battery is built matters and manufacturers should be able to confirm if they follow these 8 keys steps to manufacturing a quality lead-acid battery you will feel confident installing in your machinery or vehicle.

A Tale of Two Energy Sources

The Advantages of Renewable Energy Renewable energy is expanding as an energy source that is cleaner, more economical, and easier to harvest. Some of the most significant advantages are the abundance of supply, little to no residual pollution, and support of secondary industries. Dams create lakes for recreation and residential development, biomass reduces landfill, and land designed for single ...

13 ABC Visits Crown and Discusses New Jobs and Recyclability

13 ABC’s Lissa Guyton toured Crown Battery’s Fremont headquarters for an exclusive look at how the company’s new Crown1 AGM line is creating new jobs and helping protect the environment.

Building Skills for the Future

Sandusky County in Ohio, home of Crown Battery, is a manufacturing capital. With a range of manufacturing facilities from household names like Whirlpool and Heinz, the opportunities abound for those seeking careers in manufacturing. In an interview with the executive director of the Sandusky County Economic Development Corporation executive, Business in Focus magazine delves into what Sandusky ...

Flat Plate vs. Tubular Battery: Which is Better for Mining Equipment

Mining operations are decidedly complex and many pieces of machinery need to work in concert in order to be successful. If a mining equipment battery is unreliable, it can jeopardize the entire system, so it is important to choose the right one. Here's what to look for...

What is a Lead Acid Battery

Lead acid is a battery technology that has been proven strong and reliable since its invention in 1860. They are known to have a long lifetime when compared to other battery types, which is why they are an attractive option for many business. However, with any battery technology, understanding the construction and how the different parts work together is essential for battery performance and ...

Golf Cart Battery Maintenance Tips

How often do you replace golf cart batteries? Extending the life of a golf cart battery is an effective way to improve the golf cart's performance and protect the battery investment. Crown Battery golf cart batteries are easy to maintain, however they require regular monitoring. With these tips, you can ensure that you get the best performance out of your battery and increase the lifespan.

California to Cut Solar Net-Metering: What it Means For You

California is slashing net metering subsidies for grid-tied solar PV systems -- and it’s not alone.