Why Switch to Lithium-Ion Forklift Batteries?

For businesses in high-demand industrial centers like Buffalo and Rochester, or distribution hubs around Syracuse, Li-ion batteries offer a superior ROI compared to traditional lead-acid options. They eliminate common pain points, delivering a powerful competitive advantage:

• ⚡ Fastest Charging & Opportunity Charging: Fully charge in as little as 1–2 hours. Operators can safely and effectively charge during breaks and downtime without harming the battery (opportunity charging), virtually eliminating battery-swapping downtime for multi-shift operations.

• Maintenance-Free Operation: Completely eliminate the need for watering, battery cleaning, and acid equalization. This reduces labor costs, removes the risk of acid spills, and frees up valuable floor space previously used for dedicated charging rooms.

• Longer Lifespan: Li-ion batteries typically last 2 to 3 times longer than lead-acid batteries, offering 3,000+ charge cycles compared to the traditional 1,000–1,500. This dramatically reduces long-term replacement costs.

• Consistent Performance: Maintain consistent voltage throughout the entire discharge cycle. Your forklift lifts and travels at full speed from the start of a shift until the end, unlike lead-acid batteries, which experience a noticeable power drop as they discharge.

• ✅ Improved Safety: No gassing or acid exposure during charging or use, creating a safer, cleaner environment for your team in Olean or Jamestown.

The Smart Upgrade for Western NY Facilities

Whether you run a cold storage facility, a high-volume warehouse, or a busy manufacturing plant, Li-ion batteries provide the robust power solution your business demands. While the initial investment is higher, the long-term savings from reduced labor, lower energy bills, minimal replacements, and increased equipment uptime provide a rapid and significant return on investment.

We supply Li-ion forklift batteries for all major equipment manufacturers!

Ready for Peak Performance? Contact Your Local WNY Experts

Don’t let outdated battery technology hold back your productivity in Upstate New York.

Call Battery Power Systems Today to speak with a local representative about converting your fleet to high-performance Lithium-Ion Forklift Batteries in Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, Olean, or Jamestown, NY!

• Local Buffalo NY Call: 716-833-3097

• Toll-Free: 1-800-878-2779

DEKA QUALITY PRODUCTS

Built Right & Supported Years of technology development including battery and exclusive Battery Management System (BMS) design ensures a highly efficient and immensely powerful, yet safe product. The Ready Power was built from the ground up with the end user in mind.

* UL Listed for complete product line of 24, 36 and 48 volt batteries (UL2580)
* Exclusively designed Battery Management System
* Data constantly monitored and communicated via Control Area Network to the BMS and to can – compatible chargers
* Deka network service, end-of-life solutions, disassemble ease

THE FIVE QUESTIONS EVERY CUSTOMER SHOULD ASK ABOUT LITHION-ION BATTERIES

3. How extensive is its Battery Management System (BMS)?
A BMS is essential to monitor voltage, temperature, and charge. The Deka Ready Power has an exclusively designed BMS device that maintains complete control of the entire system, and optimizes the battery for safety, runtime, and long cycle life. Our BMS is the only one in the market that has passed UL991 and UL1998 standards. To protect its critical functions, the BMS is encapsulated in a rugged, IP-67 sealed housing. Should any fault occur, it will immediately open the contactor providing added safety.

4. What is the End-of-Life solution?
With any energy storage technology, it is critical to be good stewards of the environment for our employees, community, and customers. East Penn is committed to receiving all Deka Ready Power units back at the end of their life for proper disposal.
5. How do I make sure it’s right for me?
Evaluating your current and future power needs is critical for success. Contact us today and we’ll help you make sure it’s right for your unique operational needs and answer any other questions about this exciting product.