batteries
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August 31, 2011
A futuristic concept called “reverse electrowetting” could change the way we recharge cell phones and other portable devices, but don’t look for it anytime soon.
Engineers are working on a new method to harvest the mechanical energy in our day-to-day strides, meaning they are looking at shoes to serve as a source for powering portable gadgets. The concept would utilize a micro-fluidic device consisting of thousands of micro-droplets that move past a nanotechnology-based film. The motion of the droplets would then be converted into an electric current. The idea is that you would have the energy to power devices whenever you choose to take a “power walk.”
Creators envision equipping special footwear with tiny mobile hotspots that are powered by the electricity-generating
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August 18, 2011
You may have a UPS power source, even though you may not instantly be familiar with the name. UPS stands for uninterruptible power supply, and the battery-powered units are intended to provide emergency power to a load when the input power source fails.
While UPS power supplies are not limited to a particular style or type of equipment, they are most commonly used by consumers to protect computers. With companies, it may be for computers, data centers, telecommunication equipment or other electrical equipment where a sudden, unexpected surge or power disruption could cause a loss of data, business disruption, or even threaten personal safety. Sizes of UPS units vary so they can provide the needed backup ranging from individuals to a business, building or even city. Needless to say, maintaining the battery for these units is critical in the event that the UPS is required.
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August 04, 2011
If you’re preparing to send you child off to college—whether it is for the first time or to begin a new year---there are certain items you’ll want to include in your care packages so your child will be better prepared for the school year.
Here are top battery accessories to go along with essentials most college students will either want or have for their higher education. Providing your child with these sometimes-overlooked equipment items now may mean an avoidance of those late-night phone calls and pleas for assistance later.
- Laptop accessories. A laptop is no longer a luxury item for college students. It is now an essential, and a growing number of colleges even require it for the school year. As more and more colleges go paperless, it is essential
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July 21, 2011
Whether you have a college student who will be leaving home this fall, have kids who will be utilizing some type of electronic device during the school today or are in the workplace yourself, now is the perfect time to stock up on your battery needs.
At Impact Battery, we are your source for battery power of all kinds. The transition of seasons from the lazy days of summer back to a more frenzied pace of fall means you should start preparing now for any battery needs.
We stock the highest quality replacement or backup laptop batteries for top computer brands. Since laptops are now a leading “must have” for the classroom and workplace,
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June 30, 2011
Johnson Controls Inc. is planning to invest $138.5 million to convert its battery plant near Toledo, Ohio, into an Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) battery facility for start-top and other high efficiency vehicles.
Alex Molinaroli, president for Johnson Controls Power Solutions, said that the company sees the start-stop vehicle technology market growing to 35 million batteries globally by 2015—including batteries not put into new vehicles—with the United States as an important piece of the market. By 2020, JCI projects, demand for start-stop systems in new vehicles will reach 70–92% in Europe, North American and China—essentially supplanting conventional internal combustion engine vehicles.
Johnson Controls’ Toledo investment will add 6 million in AGM battery capacity to the company’s
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June 23, 2011
Don’t believe all the negative news you hear about travel this year. The Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA) is predicting that RV sales will increase more than 7 percent in 2011. This would mark the second straight year sales have increased. It also is an indicator that Americans are choosing to travel again and enjoy some of the sites our great country offers!
Richard Curlin, an analyst with RVIA, says the RV market is expected to continue to grow at a reasonably robust pace, especially in view of the overall economic environment. He says factors helping the industry are that credit is more available,
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June 16, 2011
We sell high-quality batteries for just about anything you need to power up at Impact Battery for fun in the sun this summer. With warm temperatures now here, customers are turning their interests to outdoor sports, and we have you covered with RV, marine, golf cart, jet ski, utility vehicles, and motorcycles.
Racing batteries are another niche we fill, and are proud to stock premium SLA absorbed glass mat (AGM) racing batteries made by Lifeline Racing. These batteries provide 20 percent more power compared with similarly sized flooded batteries. In addition, GRRReen has introduced a lightweight lithium battery that is making a stir in the racing scene, because it provides even more power when compared with lead acid batteries at a fraction of the weight!
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June 09, 2011
We’ve been talking about various battery news and the products we have featured at Impact Battery to keep you powered up with your battery needs. But we sell more than a variety of high-quality batteries for your laptop, scooter, boat, RV, solar needs, wheelchair, toys and more. We also sell battery chargers and even power inverters.
Power inverters convert DC voltage provided by a 12, 24 or 48 volt battery into AC current, which is similar to the current provided through your typical household electrical outlet. We sell both modified and pure sine wave inverters along with DC to DC converters in a variety of performance strengths to meet your needs.
If you’re not sure about
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June 02, 2011
With so many reasons for batteries to power up our various equipment, toys, solar panels, and more, it may be prudent to carefully consider a quality battery charger to ensure you are getting the recharge you should. After all, it can sometimes be the charger you are using rather than the battery itself that needs to have its performance assessed.
At Impact Battery, we offer “smart chargers,” meaning they are microprocessor controlled. We feature an impressive selection of 12-volt and 24-volt chargers. In addition, we stock 36-volt and 48-volt golf cart, RV, and waterproof Marine chargers.
With summer activities about to swing into high gear, now is the time to consider a high-quality charger for your golf cart, boat, RV, scooter, motorcycle, or other equipment you may be utilizing more regularly than you have in previous months.
We sell top-quality brands like Battery Tender, Dual Pro, Samlex,