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Slim form factor battery The Darfon B09ULF is a battery solution for those who need quite a bit of energy storage but have limited space. The B09ULF is a 9.6kWh battery with an enclosure design which allows it to be wall-mounted or floor-standing, and is IP55/NEMA 4 rated. The enclosure installs empty, keeping the installation weight minimal and making it easy for one person to install. All the wiring is installed with quick disconnects to speed up the installation process. If more reserved power is needed, the B09ULF can be stacked for 19.2kWh. Since the B09ULF uses safe LiFePO4 chemistry, it has a long life span. The B09ULF are available with black or white doors through authorized distributors. Darfon Electronics /// www.darfonsolar.com Scalable, fire-safe commercial energy storage solution Hawai’i-based Blue Planet Energy has expanded its Blue Ion line of safe, scalable energy storage solutions with the introduction of Blue Ion LX for commercial and industrial (C&I) applications. The Blue Ion LX is built on the same fire-safe Lithium Ferrous Phosphate (LFP) technology as the Blue Ion 2.0, which provides lithium-ion safety and reliability. The new product uses a modular 64kWh dual-cabinet energy storage block that scales to system capacities of 2MWh+ for ease of integration in commercial storage markets, such as those in remote locations or areas with an unreliable grid demanding robust and high-quality systems. Blue Planet Energy provides services for Blue Ion LX including project design and sales support; component compatibility testing and assurance; system-level component configuration and integration; installation support; and O&M services. Backed by a 15-year performance warranty, Blue Ion LX delivers an 8,000 cycle lifespan at 100% depth of discharge. Blue Planet Energy /// www.blueplanetenergy.com In cooler climates, it should be noted that partially discharged deep cycle lead-acid batteries (flooded or sealed) may freeze in very cold temperatures. To prevent this, the batteries should be fully charged and disconnected from any loads, or remain connected to an active charge source to maintain a full resting float charge when not in use. *caution: If the battery case appears swollen or cracked, do not attempt to charge the battery as this may be a sign of freezing or excessive overcharge. Never attempt to charge a frozen battery. It is important to follow the specific charge voltages, charge times, and care outlined for the chosen battery make and model. Refer to the battery manufacturer for installation, operating, and maintenance instructions, as well as warranty terms and conditions. Jeff Myles is Marketing Manager at Rolls Battery Engineering. The exclusive manufacturer of Rolls batteries is the Surrette Battery Company Ltd. Established in 1935, Surrette produces a wide range of deep cycle batteries for use in Renewable Energy, Marine, Motive Power, and Railroad applications. Rolls Battery Engineering /// www.rollsbattery.com Eco-friendly flywheel system VYCON’s VDC-XXT flywheel model is paired with three- phase uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and brings DC power capacity using the kinetic energy of the high- speed flywheel for instantaneous and reliable power backup. The capability of operating at temperatures of up to 104°F (40°C) with a 20-year operational life results in substantial savings in cooling costs. Also, due to the small footprint, valuable real estate is freed up for more profitable data center and critical process equipment. The VDC product line offers the flexibility to select the power level and run time combination which meet specific application requirements. Upon a power failure, the VDC-XXT will supply seamless DC energy allowing the UPS to gracefully transfer to a facility’s backup generators. For applications without an engine generator-set or for customers who still use batteries, the VDC-XXT can easily operate in parallel with batteries. In this configuration called “battery hardening,” the VDC is the first line of defense against power disturbances – saving the batteries for prolonged power outages. By absorbing the power anomalies, the VDC systems significantly increase battery life by handling over 98% of the discharge cycles that shorten useful battery life. VYCON flywheels incorporate a host of advanced features that make the systems easy to use, maintain and monitor such as self-diagnostics, log files, adjustable voltage settings, RS-232/485 interface, alarm status contacts, soft-start pre-charge from the DC bus, and push- button shutdown. Available options include DC disconnect, remote monitoring, Modbus and SNMP communications, and real-time monitoring software. Tested and compatible with all major brands of three-phase UPS systems, VYCON’s flywheel systems are capable of thousands of full charge and discharge cycles over the life of the system with no degradation in voltage, power, or storage. VYCON /// www.vyconenergy.com Single-phase solution for EV charging Single Phase Power Solutions introduced the 1-to-3 Microgrid Power Source, a single-phase solution for Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations. Suitable for remote areas without access to three-phase power, the 1-to-3 Power Source uses Written-Pole Technology to generate solid and reliable 3-phase, 480V input from existing single-phase infrastructure. This allows EV charging stations to be installed across a variety of rural locations where 3-phase power is unavailable or cost-prohibitive to install. A CSA 3R enclosure (outdoor rated, rain protected) allows these robust units to be placed in public-facing areas like rest areas, national and state parks, historical sites, tourist areas, and more. The efficient Written-Pole motor driving the 1-to-3 has a full load system efficiency greater than 88%, which can significantly reduce energy costs. Since it runs at unity power factor, there is no power factor penalty charge, which may generate additional savings for the operator. This unique technology allows weak single-phase utility lines to deliver strong three- phase power with excellent voltage regulation and precise 60 Hz frequency. The generator output voltage provides well-balanced three-phase power for quality- sensitive electronic controls like those used in EV rapid chargers. Built with rural applications in mind, the SPPS 1-to-3 rides through momentary power loss and can accommodate voltage fluctuation in single phase lines while delivering solid three-phase power. A compact footprint, utility-friendly design, and quiet operation are well suited for sensitive public spaces Single Phase Power Solutions /// www.sppowersolutions.com North American Clean Energy 67