NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GE Energy Storage Technologies, a unit of GE Transportation, introduced today its Durathon battery for critical backup power.
The battery can be used in uninterruptible power supply (UPS) applications for large data centers, hospitals, and other areas where a continuous supply of power is necessary. A UPS is an electrical apparatus that provides emergency power when utility mains fail; unlike a standby generator a UPS provides instantaneous protection for power interruptions.
"GE's Durathon battery has been designed to fit into modern UPS applications where continuous power is a must," said Ganesh Balasubramanian, Product Manager GE Energy Storage Technologies. "This advanced industrial battery technology has the potential to set new standards for service life, compactness and sustainability."
Because of its proprietary chemistry, the Durathon battery has the ability to provide back-up service for up to two decades. The battery has a high energy density that, along with its ability to replace current technology, minimizes installation costs. GE's Durathon battery cells are fully recyclable, making the battery a truly sustainable technology.
GE's new battery plant will be located in Schenectady, New York, and is expected to create 350 new jobs in the region. The facility has the advantage of being in close proximity to GE Global Research in Niskayuna, where researchers will continue to enhance the battery chemistry and related systems technologies. GE is making a $150 million investment to build upon the Durathon battery technology through the development of new materials, new manufacturing technologies and intelligent controls.
To learn more about GE's new Durathon battery visit www.geenergystorage.com.
About GE Transportation
Established more than 100 years ago, GE Transportation, a unit of General Electric Company (NYSE: GE), is a global technology leader and supplier to the railroad, marine, drilling, and mining and wind industries. GE Transportation provides freight and passenger locomotives, signaling and communications systems, information technology solutions, marine engines, motorized drive systems for mining trucks and drills, high-quality replacement parts and value added services. GE Transportation is headquartered in Erie, Pennsylvania, USA, and employs approximately 8,000 employees worldwide. For more information visit www.geenergystorage.com. GE Energy Storage Technologies operates as GEMx Technologies, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Electric Company.
Chris Banocy