EnerSys offers Odyssey battery, electrical system analyzers
EnerSys has expanded its Odyssey battery offering to include advanced battery and electrical system analyzers. Available for heavy-duty and automotive applications, the testers offer a Smart HTML PC interface and feature single load, dynamic resistance technology for accurate results; a Speed Check to test battery packs, solo batteries and electrical systems quickly; and a printer for a
EnerSys signs supply agreement with Navistar
EnerSys, manufacturer of Odyssey batteries, has signed a four-year supply agreement with Navistar. The agreement covers the supply of Odyssey batteries as original equipment (OE) on International branded trucks, and all makes aftermarket replacement batteries sold by International Truck dealers under the Fleetrite Platinum Plus brand. “This agreement formalizes a strategic partnership between EnerSys and
EnerSys corporate headquarters receives ISO 9001:2015 certification
EnerSys was recently awarded ISO 9001:2015 certification based on criteria and standards as outlined by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) for Quality Systems Management. The standards provide guidance and tools for companies and organizations to ensure that their products and services meet customer requirements and that quality is consistently improved. ISO 9001:2015 certifies that
Answering your electrical load questions
Q: What specific battery maintenance is necessary to stave off low voltage concerns? A: For battery maintenance, diligent and frequent monitoring of battery voltage when the engine is switched off for more than several hours is very important. Also, be sure to maintain clean battery terminals that are torqued solidly. These clean, tight connections are
Low voltage lowdown: Dealing with growing electrical load demands
With the massive amount of electrical demand placed on today’s trucks, the dangers of low voltage demands are a real consequence faced by today’s fleets. The entire start and charge process of the truck’s electrical system is impacted by low voltage situations. You’ll see the effect in lift gates, electric APUs, hotel devices or any
Keep the truck running: Fighting parasitic loads
Recruiting and retaining experienced, high-quality drivers is a challenge. The job demands long hours on the road away from family. To keep up with driver demand and support recruitment efforts, many of today’s trucks are decked out with all the latest in technology: GPS; TVs; refrigerators; entertainment systems; you name it. While this is certainly
Odyssey Battery awards VIP experience
David Roe of Everett, Wash., was the winner of EnerSys‘ Odyssey Battery VIP Experience Giveaway, a contest the company held on Instagram. Roe was awarded a prize package containing two VIP passes to the final Red Bull Global Rallycross event of the season in Las Vegas on Nov. 5, an exclusive meet-and-greet with rallycross drivers Tanner Foust
The biggest heavy-duty truck battery killers
Fleet Equipment asked Brad Bisaillon, director of strategic accounts, North America and Europe, with Trojan Battery Co. LLC, and Maria Orlando-Krick, marketing manager of specialty products, Americas at EnerSys, brand manufacturer of ODYSSEY batteries, about the biggest battery draining threats. Here’s what they said: Corrosion at connection: Keep all connections clean and corrosion free at
Pulling power: Plugging into battery options
Starting, cycling, electrical systems, onboard computers, hotel loads—the demand for power from the truck is at an all-time high. As a fleet manager, it’s your responsibility to ensure the truck starts day-in, day-out, while drivers demand today’s advanced creature. It all comes down to one basic premise: “Energy in needs to exceed energy out. Batteries
Digging into the details: Addressing the complexity faced by today’s fleets
Connectivity breeds complication. As equipment, technology, data, driver and shipping demands are woven together, new challenges bubble up from complexity. Fleet managers are on the equipment front lines, streamlining operations through smart truck purchases. At the heart of it, you are the risk managers of your fleets. Yet even a seemingly simple solution such as
Odyssey battery launches optimized website
Odyssey battery by EnerSys recently launched a redesign of its website, www.odysseybattery.com, incorporating responsive web design to optimize the user experience for a range of devices. As part of the redesign, the Odyssey battery website content has been updated to reflect the latest additions to the Odyssey battery product portfolio. It now provides a complete
Odyssey Battery expands social media presence
Odyssey Battery by EnerSys has expanded its social media presence with the launch of an Instagram page, effective Feb. 1, 2014. Instagram provides an additional platform for Odyssey battery by EnerSys to connect with customers and fans by sharing photos pertaining to Odyssey battery sponsorships, special events, new product updates and more. To connect or follow Odyssey battery