Batteries are the weakest link in your critical power supply. Routine battery maintenance is essential for reliable power availability. All of JT Packard's thorough maintenance plans are in accordance with IEEE Standards 1188 and 450 for VRLA and Flooded batteries, respectively. Our service plans are tailored to match your battery type and application.

We monitor critical performance parameters, which include:

• Measurements to maintain balanced levels in all redundant strings and identify bad cells requiring replacement before they negatively affect other cells;
• Temperature, which has a direct influence on a battery's life, as uneven temperatures in a string cause cells to float differently;
• Matching charge voltage to ambient temperature; and
• Maintaining proper float current, as improper ripple affects the battery life.

With a quest for convenience, many battery cabinets and racks have been compressed so tightly that continual inspection and monitoring plays an increasingly critical role in maintaining the integrity of your system. Early detection and correction of potentially damaging problems, such as leaking cells, cracked cases, and sulphation, is critical.

For ultimate protection, JT Packard suggests installing a battery monitoring system with alarm capabilities. This enables you to:

• Prevent battery failure through early diagnosis;
• Maximize your capital budget allowance with planned battery replacements;
• Focus maintenance on data interpretation in combination with visual inspections and corrective actions; and
• Receive all summary reports, including trending analysis and discharge data.