Modern market of automotive productsoffers a wide range of batteries from domestic and foreign manufacturers with world-wide names. One of the largest manufacturers of batteries is the Concern "Exide". The American company produces various automotive products, including Exide batteries for cars.
history of the company
Concern Exide Technologies was established in 1888in Philadelphia. The Exide brand itself appeared only in 1900. Before that, a company called Electric Storage Battery Company was founded in the USA, which was founded by entrepreneur William Warren Gibbs. The expression Excellent Oxide, which appeared after the creation of a new method of obtaining oxides for batteries, became the basis for the name of the brand Exide.
Representatives of the company argue that considerablecontribution to their concern was made by eminent Thomas Edison, who was the founder of Edison Storage Battery Company, which later became part of Exide. The merger with such a company gave impetus to the company, which quickly entered the technological leaders among automotive battery manufacturers. The first start-up of the starter was carried out in 1913 with the Exide battery.
The modern concern Exide includes andEuropean manufacturer AKB Tudor. Innovative technology of industrial production of Pb batteries was patented in the XIX century. The first factory of the company Tudor Accumulator was opened in Spain in 1897. One of the divisions of the concern before the revolution was in St. Petersburg. This plant operates to this day, producing alkaline batteries. The company Tudor in the 80 years of the last century was considered one of the world's largest producers: the volume of output per year was up to one million batteries, the implementation of which was carried out in 50 countries.
Exide management in the 1990s startedscale merger with European large companies engaged in the production of starter batteries. The well-known company Tudor was acquired in 1994. At the same time, large sums were invested in the production, promotion of products and the development of the retail network.
One of the companies that was absorbedconcern Exide, became the German Hagen Batteries. Production was located near the city of Hagen, in the Ruhr area. Batteries brand Hagen is still produced in Germany, they are popular due to the affordable price and high quality. The Exide Science and Technology Center is located in Germany, in the town of Budingen.
The American company GND Technologies waspurchased by Exide in 2000. In the Asian and American market, it was considered the leader in the production of industrial batteries. Simultaneously, Exide Corporation was renamed Exide Technologies. Over the years, the concern has accumulated considerable experience, which enabled it to become a leader in the production of batteries.
To date, the production of automobileExide Premium and Exide batteries are dealt with by one of the divisions of the corporation - Exide Transportation, industrial batteries are manufactured by a subsidiary of GNB Industrial Power.
Developments of concern
Research centers of the Exide concernin different countries, including Spain and Germany. Engineers and employees of the centers regularly produce production and technological innovations, active cooperation with automobile concerns is conducted with the purpose of running-in of the released models of Exide batteries.
All production facilities of the concerncertified according to ISO / TS standards. Representatives of the company claim that when releasing batteries, emphasis is placed on efficiency, high quality and reducing the negative impact on the environment.
The latest innovative developments of the concern were:
- 3DX gratings.
- Carbon Boost.
- EFB and AGM batteries.
The above developments have analogues in other battery manufacturers. The latest Exide battery models are designed for cars equipped with Start-Stop systems.
Battery brands
Concern Exide produces products under different brands:
- The flagship line of Exide batteries. Under this brand, the concern produces a wide range of batteries for vehicles of various types;
- Tudor. No less significant and popular brand in the company, which includes the following battery packs: Technica, Starter, High-Tech and Tudor AGM;
- Affordable, high-quality and reliable medium-sized batteries. Their development and assembly is carried out on the territory of Russia in cooperation with domestic enterprises;
- Under the Exide brand, medium-price batteries of the Classic and AKB Plus series are produced.
Accumulators for cars Classic
Rechargeable batteries of the Exide Classic lineThey are considered to be one of the most accessible and tested models for many years. According to the manufacturer's recommendations, it is best to use such batteries on cars with standard equipment.
The equipment is equipped with a detachable bar with stoppers, so that the car owner can at any time measure the density of the electrolyte, add distilled water, if necessary.
The range of Classic batteries is considered the most economical and is recommended for vehicles with standard equipment.
Accumulators of model Excel
In the range of products of the Exide GroupExcell batteries is one of the most sought-after. The basis of the battery is the proven technology of Ca-Ca for years. Despite the fact that such models are maintenance-free, their design makes it possible to remove the lid, thus opening the access to the banks. This is enough to check the level and density of the electrolyte.
To the advantages of the batteries of this lineit is possible to carry a high start-up capacity, a wide range of models and universality: the Excellent battery can be installed on a car of any make and model.
Premium Ruler
For cars equipped with a large numberelectronics, the series of Exide Premium batteries is designed: EA640, 100 and other models. At the heart of the production line is the Carbon Boost technology, due to which the battery charge time is reduced by one and a half times. The technology is based on the introduction of carbonaceous additives into the material of negative electrodes.
Reviews for Exide Premium batteries confirmspecified by the manufacturer the advantage of the series, in the form of an increase in the starting capacity by 30 percent. In addition, as mentioned above, the battery charge time is reduced by one and a half times.
Exide Start-Stop EFB
Gel batteries Exide - the first models,which were issued by the concern over a decade ago. Among the WET class batteries, this series is considered the most progressive. These batteries are installed on cars equipped with the "Start-stop" system and represent an affordable version of AGM batteries.
Distinctive features of Exide 100 batteriesare extended service life and improved charge reception. Despite the manufacturer's assurances that lead plates from the innovative alloy are used in the batteries of the series, the EFB technology itself has been used for many years by different battery manufacturers.
In addition to the high battery charge rate,and their service life is three times higher than in conventional models. Such models are characterized by stable functioning under the influence of high temperatures.
Exide Start-Stop AGM Ruler
Accumulators, created with AGM technology, are now successfully used in cars equipped with the "Start-stop" system and a lot of electronics.
For the assembly of Exide EA640 batteries are usedsuch materials: an alloy of lead and tin with various additives, fiberglass with a developed surface. This design and good protection allows the use of devices on water vehicles.
The batteries of this series can easily cope with the receptiondeep charge, giving off a high starting current even at full discharge. In addition, their operation is almost completely safe, since there is no liquid electrolyte. Separately it is worth noting the fact that these batteries are equipped with a VRLA gas recombination system.
Accumulators for goods vehicles
Concern Exide produces for trucks the following models:
- Professional.
- Professional Power.
- Expert HRV.
Battery for motorcycles
For motorcycles also a separate line of batteries is produced, which includes the following models:
- standard for 6 and 12 volts;
- Maintenance-free modifications of 12 volts;
- Sealed GEL batteries rated at 12 volts.
Other battery options
More models:
- Start AGM.Accumulators from this series are installed on water vehicles. They are characterized by increased resistance to vibrations and high starting current. Equipped with a durable plastic housing, so they are well protected against moisture.
- Dual AGM.Dual-purpose rechargeable batteries used to start the engine and power the various current consumers when they are deep discharged. Often, these batteries are used to power the electric motors. They are characterized by a fast recovery process after a full discharge and a long service life.
- Equipment Gel.A range of traction batteries designed to work in deep discharge conditions on electric forklifts, cars, sea vessels and other types of vehicles. Are able to work out a lot of cycles of discharge-charge, differ reliability in operation.
Determine the release date of the battery
On the battery case Exide isA special sticker that displays the two main characters: a letter and a number. The first indicates the month of release of the battery, the second, respectively, a year. On the negative lead, the manufacturing date is also displayed as two numbers.
