Lithionics Battery Makes Debut at IBEX 2023 Show, Showcases First-of-its-Kind Dual Channel Battery System
October 03 2023 - 11:59AM
Lithionics Battery (“Lithionics”), a premier lithium-ion battery
solutions provider to the recreational equipment and specialty
vehicle market and wholly-owned subsidiary of Winnebago Industries
(NYSE: WGO), will make its premiere at the International
Boatbuilders Exhibition & Conference (IBEX) in Tampa, Florida
from October 3-5.
Lithionics, a leader in lithium-ion batteries since 2010, offers
advanced battery solutions that leverage proprietary battery
management software and feature certification from Underwriters
Laboratories Solutions (“UL”), a leader in safety accreditation and
testing. At IBEX, Lithionics will showcase its line of efficient,
UL Listed, marine-grade IP67 lithium-ion batteries which are now
available to the broader marine boat building market. This includes
the dual channel Never-Die® Battery Management System (BMS), a
revolutionary dual channel system with a full UL certification (UL
1973 Stationary-Motive, and UL458, 991, 1998) that reflects the
company’s commitment to safety.
“Dual channel” means that the charge side of the battery system
can be isolated from the load side of the system by the BMS. In the
rare case of a high-voltage cut-off from any charge sources, the
BMS will isolate the battery module, ensuring the electrical system
on a boat remains functional. With this system, boaters can have
peace of mind that integral systems such as navigation will not
shut off while on the water. The system also reduces generator run
times, leading to significant savings in maintenance costs for
boaters.
Benefits of the dual channel Never-Die® BMS include:
- Automatic system recovery—even if unattended,
if the BMS must isolate either the load or charge bus, the system
can recover from the event with no intervention.
- Multi-level protection system—there is
continuous protection at both the cell and pack levels that is
resistant to both water and physical damage.
- Charge source protection—the BMS will
automatically turn off the alternator or other sensitive charge
source before a high voltage cutoff, protecting charge
sources.
- Reserve capacity—the BMS is intelligently
programmed to leave a 10% reserve capacity. This provides an early
warning so charging can be initiated.
“Lithionics has been perfecting the dual channel BMS for years
and we are excited to share this vanguard technology at the IBEX
Show,” said Steve Tartaglia, Lithionics Battery founder and CEO.
“With our lithium battery technology, boaters will have the peace
of mind that when they are on the water, they will not lose
navigation or other instruments due to charger malfunction.”
Lithionics offers more than 40 UL-certified battery solutions
that align with the needs of many marine OEMs such as Nordhavn
Yachts. Additionally, the highly valued Plug-and-Play and Combiner
Junction Box battery system offers dramatic reductions in
installation time, as it comes pre-cabled with UL-listed
connectors. Thus, installation is simple, fast, and enhances
safety.
The cutting-edge technology on Lithionics battery systems
includes a variety of standard and optional features such as
internal heaters, Bluetooth, CANbus, TCPIP, RS232, NMEA 2K, as well
as proprietary status code reporting, which allows instant battery
diagnosis to be transmitted to a smart phone.
Lithionics will be at booth #303 at the IBEX Show. A dual
channel Never-Die® BMS (with clear cover for viewing) will be on
display. Please reach out to the media contact below to schedule a
booth visit and interview with a representative from
Lithionics.
About Lithionics BatteryLithionics Battery is a
leading provider of lithium-ion batteries to the recreational
equipment and specialty vehicle markets and a wholly owned
subsidiary of Winnebago Industries. Using a proprietary Battery
Management System called NeverDie® Technology, it offers a broad
range of standard and custom-designed battery configurations
delivering “house power,” supporting internal electrical features
and appliances for a variety of outdoor products for the marine and
recreational vehicle markets. Other markets served include both
house power and traction power for low-speed electric vehicle
markets, as well as cell towers and industrial applications
requiring ruggedized power systems. Lithionics Battery operates a
modern factory using technology that was designed and built
in-house for advanced assembly. Key proprietary technologies
include source code and firmware that in turn has created unique
quality assurance and safety testing systems, validated by
certifications from Underwriters Laboratories Solutions (“UL”), a
leader in safety accreditation and testing. Lithionics Battery was
founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Clearwater, Florida.
About Winnebago IndustriesWinnebago
Industries, Inc. is a leading North American manufacturer of
outdoor lifestyle products under the Winnebago, Grand Design,
Chris-Craft, Newmar and Barletta brands, which are used primarily
in leisure travel and outdoor recreation activities. The Company
builds high-quality motorhomes, travel trailers, fifth-wheel
products, outboard and sterndrive powerboats, pontoons, and
commercial community outreach vehicles. Committed to advancing
sustainable innovation and leveraging vertical integration in key
component areas, Winnebago Industries has multiple facilities in
Iowa, Indiana, Minnesota, and Florida. The Company’s common stock
is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and traded under the
symbol WGO. For access to Winnebago Industries' investor relations
material or to add your name to an automatic email list for Company
news releases, visit http://investor.wgo.net.
Media Contact: Daniel
Sullivan media@winnebagoind.com
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