Battery Service and Maintenance
![]() The Battery Department focuses on helping manage all makes and models of batteries and chargers by providing planned maintenance, service and repairs. Our goal is to help increase the life of equipment, help reduce unexpected breakdowns, increase safety and help keep our customers new equipment under warranty by following guidelines set by some of the industry’s leading battery manufacturers. Our technical field staff are professionally trained both in house as well as alongside industry leading manufacturers in Canada and the USA to provide top quality service. ![]() Battery Planned Maintenance Average life expectancy of a battery is 5 years. Battery life expectancy is determined by usage, duty cycle, maintenance, recharging, watering, etc. Every application is different and to help increase your batteries life expectancy a proper planned maintenance is one of the key factors. We have identified and outlined the major areas of concern for a battery along with some suggestions to help increase productivity of your battery.
Inconsistent Voltages and Specific Gravities… When we see voltages and specific gravities (acid concentration) vary we can expect problems in the near future. Further testing may be required.
Battery Programmed Maintenance Service covers:
Battery Charger Service ![]() Battery Charger Service includes:
Battery Cleaning is performed for more than just the visual appearance of the battery. We Neutralize the acid buildup which will reduce the amount of acid that traps in between cells. Acid buildup will corrode the battery cell walls, connectors, cables and may also cause damage to the lift truck’s battery compartment. This can lead to dead cells, shorted out batteries or lift truck component issues. FAQs
Glossary of terms Age Battery Capacity Cells Charger Capacity Connectors Corrosion Faulty Charger Incomplete Charging Procedures and Equalize Charging Low Water Levels Over Watering Work Limit |