The Power Advantage

Why there is confusion in the market about lithium-ion charging Many fleets adopted lithium before their facilities had the power and chargers to support it, which leads to an install-day surprise: modern lithium battery chargers may not run on the outlets that fed yesterday’s lead-acid battery chargers. Projects stall, timelines…

Hurricanes, Wildfires, and Grid Failures Are Hitting Harder According to the National Center for Environmental Information ( NCEI,) the U.S. saw 27 separate weather disasters in 2024, each causing over a billion dollars in damage. These disasters included everything from powerful Category 4 hurricanes to massive wildfires. In every case,…

Abstract This paper examines the implications of using alternative battery chemistries in stationary applications; specifically, those which traditionally use lead-acid or nickel-cadmium batteries. In it we examine safety, reliability, maintenance, and regulatory impacts involved as well as size, weight, and cost comparison factors. For comparative purposes we choose a 20-year…

Edge data centers are sprouting up everywhere: on rooftops, cell towers, and compact enclosures far from climate-controlled facilities. When temperatures soar to 110°F, cooling systems max out and batteries face their biggest test. Battery failure means site failure. The urgency behind this challenge Record-breaking heat waves are coinciding with explosive…

We recently sat down with Rocky Colombo, who was promoted to lead Exponential Power’s Industrial, Data Center, and Service businesses. Rocky’s had a remarkable career in the battery industry, starting out as an electrician in the field and working his way up to Senior Vice President. He’s built a reputation…

In the world of stored energy, three letters cause a lot of confusion: BMS. Ask ten people what BMS stands for, and you might get ten different answers. The confusion is understandable—BMS can refer to Battery Monitoring Systems or Battery Management Systems—two technologies that sound similar but serve very different…

With over 20 years of experience in the critical backup power industry, Kristi Longshore has built an impressive career. As Vice President of the Data Center Division at Exponential Power, she is not only driving business growth but is also passionately advocating for the industry.  Kristi encourages young individuals from…

Edge computing is transforming IT operations by shifting data processing closer to data generation points. Instead of sending every bit of raw data to centralized data centers, edge computing leverages smaller, localized servers—known as edge nodes—that process data near its source. Key Benefits of Edge Computing and Implications for Backup…

UPS Backup Power Needs of the Utility Sector Have Evolved Significantly in Recent Years In the wake of grid modernization initiatives and an influx of renewable energy adoption. As a result, power companies require more advanced systems with more to consider than ever. At Exponential Power, our Utilities Division develops battery…

The telecommunications landscape is evolving at record speed. As 5G networks continue to expand and research into 6G technology accelerates, network operators face mounting pressure to upgrade their infrastructure. At Exponential Power, we’ve seen firsthand how these changes impact both consumers and businesses – and how critical power backup solutions…