U.S. engine manufacturer Brigitte launches its first commercial lithium-ion battery system

Foreign media reported that briggs u0026 Stratton, a small gasoline engine manufacturer in the United States, has launched its first 5kWhVanguard commercial lithium-ion battery system in Europe, designed for use in smaller construction equipment, including aerial work platforms, floor care, and construction machinery And utility vehicles. The system is designed to enable OEMs to quickly and cheaply push battery-powered equipment to commercial and industrial categories. Paulbramhall, Senior Manager of Commercial Engine Marketing at Briton, said: “About suppliers who are eager to supply innovative OEMs, buying batteries from separate suppliers, controllers and chargers may cause higher engineering costs, potential technical problems, Quality changes and poor warranty or support. The 48VVanguard commercial lithium-ion battery system has dealt with these problems.' Briton is the world's largest manufacturer of gasoline engines for outdoor power equipment, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. Briton also designs, manufactures and sells generators, high-pressure washers, lawn mowers and lawn care products and construction site products, and is a market leader in these areas. The launch of the 5kWh lithium-ion battery system in Europe this time marks the extension of Briton’s business from gasoline engines to commercial lithium-ion battery energy storage systems, adding a new point of business growth. It is understood that the built-in battery management system of the 5kWhVanguard commercial lithium-ion battery system developed by Briton is to provide application customization, system monitoring and error identification. Monitor the entire system, display error messages and protect the battery from tampering. The modular design of the system allows problematic dealers to replace faulty battery blocks. Briton said that the company expects to announce a larger-capacity lithium-ion battery system and horizontal models in 2020. The system also improves the flexibility of day and night working hours, thereby increasing processing rates and profit margins.