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News Release from: Saft Lithium Battery Division
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 22 November 2005
Contract raises battery production
Saft has been awarded a US$6.5 million contract by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) to enhance its ability to respond with high quantities of BA 5590 batteries during an emergency.
Saft has been awarded a US$6.5 million contract by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) to enhance its ability to respond with high quantities of BA 5590 batteries during an emergency The contract will results in an investment in both logistical materials and equipment upgrades to shorten the time required to meet the needs of soldiers during in-theatre situations
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 3 Feb 2000 at 8.00am (UK)
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The BA 5590 battery is the US military's most widely used portable energy source, powering many types of communications devices used in combat throughout the armed services.
With this contract, Saft will be able to produce the current BA 5590 batteries at a faster rate than before.
These changes will also allow Saft to produce the BA 5590 high capacity version, that provides the soldier with 20% more capacity in the same size package.
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"Our portable lithium batteries have been fielded more than any other power source in the current conflict in the Middle East - just as they were during the first Gulf War", said Ben Helminen, Sales Director for Saft's Specialty Battery Group.
"Saft was the largest and most reliable producer of the BA 5590 battery product family (including both the 5590 and 5390) during operations in Afghanistan and Iraq, in which we produced more BA 5590 batteries, at a quicker rate, than all other 5590 product family battery suppliers together".
This contract strengthens Saft's position to supply batteries for soldiers in the field in a timely manner, and maintains Saft's role as a leading supplier for the US military for the future.
Currently, the primary product relied on by the US military is the lithium sulphur dioxide battery.
This battery has been powering communications applications over the past 10 to 15 years.
It is the only lithium technology currently available with a significant proven record in combat situations; it also is the most cost-effective solution on the market.
Saft produces more than 100 different high-performance lithium batteries for other military and commercial applications.
In Saft's Valdese facility, three versions of the BA 5590 battery are produced: lithium sulphur dioxide, lithium manganese dioxide and lithium rechargeable (Li-ion).
The Valdese site has been producing lithium batteries for over 20 years and has extensive experience in developing technology for portable applications.
The plant is also a major supplier of high-performance lithium batteries to militaries around the world. Request free introductory details about products from Saft Lithium Battery Division ...
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