Agvcharging

Hawker XFC batteries from EnerSys
are being used in a new project with
automated guided vehicles (AGVs)
manufactured by JBT Corporation
for handling print reels and other
loads at a commercial printing plant
in Sheffield.

The Hawker XFC units were
chosen by JBT Corporation because
of compact size/shape, heavy duty
performance, and quick/on-demand
charging, without the need for
maintenance. These features enabled
the batteries to be integrated into the
JBT Corporation AGVs and deliver
efficient, round-the-clock operation.

Each XFC battery is approximately
30% smaller than comparable
conventional units with the added
advantage that it can be placed in any
orientation, including upright, on its
side or on its end because the dry gel
electrolyte will not leak.