Are you aware of the battery standards for fire pumping? It is easy to get a little confused around Standards and which ones are relevant to you and your industry. So, which standards are relevant for the Fire pumping Industry and what is required? In this Blog, Valen outlines the requirements by the Australian Standards for […]
The Valen experts go over some basic tips for staying safe while handling and installing deep cycle batteries. Deep cycle batteries, such as VRLA and Lithium batteries, are widely known to be safe to use in a range of applications, provided the proper safety precautions and maintenance procedures are correctly followed. In this blog post, […]
In this blog post, the experts at Valen will take you through the unique charging characteristics for VRLA batteries and Lithium batteries and what can happen if you use the wrong type of charger. When installing any type of deep cycle battery, it’s important to ensure you use a battery charger suited to the specific battery technology […]
What can happen if I use the wrong type of deep cycle VRLA battery? Every deep cycle VRLA battery is engineered to meet a specific demand and should only ever be used for the intended application. Factors such as cyclic design life, charging requirements, physical constraints, capacity and impedance all need to be taken into […]
How to manage deep cycle batteries in hot weather? When the weather starts heating up, the team at Valen often get asked this question. The answer depends on the system specifications the battery is being installed into and the battery technology that is chosen for the system. For deep cycle VRLA batteries, the most common operating […]
How to correctly charge starter batteries used in fire pumping systems. For technicians in the fire systems industry, it’s not only important to ensure that the right type of starter batteries are used in diesel-powered fire pumping systems, but that the correct charging methods are always followed. Cases of starter batteries exploding several months after […]
Mobility scooter or powered wheelchair batteries on airplanes? Travelling by plane and unsure if you can take your mobility scooter or powered wheelchair batteries with you on your flight? We get asked about travelling with mobility batteries fairly frequently. So we have taken the time to research and have spoken to airlines such as QANTAS […]
How to meet battery compliance in fire protection systems. It is essential that technicians, and anyone attending site, stay safe around fire protection systems and the supporting batteries. After all…these systems are there to protect lives and assets. So what do you need to do to ensure that site personnel and members of the public […]
Why AGM batteries should be used in fire systems. Fire panels, hydrants and sprinkler systems all depend on batteries to function in the event of an emergency. For technicians in the fire systems industry, selecting the right type of battery is critical to ensure it’s compliant, meets specifications and will supply power to the equipment […]
What are the effects of temperature on VRLA batteries? Every VRLA battery is engineered to meet specific design life, provided the battery operates at a recommended temperature. Different applications call for different lengths of design life, which in turn affects the specs of a battery and the requirements it must meet. For VRLA batteries, the […]
Which battery for fire pumps & panels? You need to install an approved battery into your fire pump or panel. But how do you know which battery technology or brand is the correct one to install? Valen has the solution for you with information and an answer to your questions. The Problem Consistent fault reports […]
How to Safely Handle Lithium Phosphate Batteries? Lithium Phosphate (LiFEPO4) batteries have been proven to be safe and highly effective for energy storage applications. However, there are specific safety considerations to be aware of when it comes to handling, shipping and storing Lithium batteries. While it’s rare to occur, low-grade industrial Lithium batteries without a proper […]
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