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Tag: lithium-ion batteries

Makita Cordless Cut-Off/Angle Grinder

The XAG06M has 50% longer battery life than other litium-ion battery models and the grinding/cutting power of a corded model.

June 13, 2015

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Makita warns cordless-tool users of “knock-off” battery hazards

“Knock-off” Lithium-Ion batteries a big safety concern for cordless-tool users Anyone using off-brand Lithium-Ion batteries in an effort to cut costs may be setting themselves up for added expense according to a statement today from Makita. Makita says their cordless-tool batteries are manufactured to strict standards, and are engineered with internal electronic circuitry to […]

December 15, 2014

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Lithium-Ion To Run Hybrid Trucks

Johnson Controls Part Of DOE Initiative About 120 work trucks, to be used by publicly owned utilities and municipal electric companies, will utilize advanced plug-in hybrid power systems by Odyne Systems, LLC, using Johnson Controls’ batteries, thanks to a $45 million dollar DOE grant. Depending on use, Odyne’s hybrid power system can enable large trucks […]

June 6, 2013

Powering Ahead

When it comes to battery technology, complex electronic systems on commercial vehicles already are pushing the envelope.

November 1, 2011

Researchers are looking at improving the material that goes into all batteries –specifically lithium-ion batteries – to find safer and higher-energy-density materials while reducing cost.

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