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East Penn Ranked as a Best Place to Work in Two States and on a National Level
March 24, 2026We are pleased to announce that East Penn has been honored as one of the 2025 Best Places to Work in Pennsylvania and Texas, as well as one of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Manufacturing on a national…
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Get Paid 2X the Amount to Recycle Your Used Lead Batteries: April 25 Only!
March 13, 2026Got an old car battery taking space in your garage? It’s time to do something about it. WHY. Because it’s worth it. On April 25 from 8am-12pm, East Penn will host a Power2Recycle event to promote the recycling of lead…
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How Elevated Temperatures Shorten Reserve Battery Float Life
February 25, 2026Reserve batteries rarely get attention until something goes wrong. In most critical backup applications, including substations, data centers, telecom sites, and industrial facilities, these systems sit on float charge for years, quietly waiting to perform when called upon. That long,…
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Supporting Drivers and Mechanics Through Smarter Fleet Solutions
January 29, 2026Fleet success depends on the people behind the wheel and in the shop. Drivers navigate long miles, unpredictable conditions, and tight schedules, while mechanics manage demanding workloads to keep trucks on the road. When breakdowns and emergency repairs become routine,…
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Deka Fahrenheit: Redefining Battery Reliability for Modern Data Centers
January 12, 2026In today’s data-driven world, uptime is not just a priority—it’s a promise that must be kept. Data centers operate in high-demand, always-on, and sometimes even uncontrolled environments where even a brief interruption can lead to costly downtime, operational risk, and…
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How Power Reliability Impacts Uptime in High-Demand Material Handling Operations
December 16, 2025In material handling environments, power reliability directly affects throughput, labor efficiency, and equipment availability. Voltage drop late in a shift, inconsistent charging practices, or delayed service response can quickly cascade into missed picks, idle operators, and unplanned downtime. High-throughput distribution…
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Protect Your Battery Power with Armor Alloy
November 20, 2025What Is Armor Alloy? At its core, Armor Alloy is an advanced design that synergizes a pure lead grid with a proprietary blend of engineered alloys. This unique combination is meticulously crafted to maximize four essential qualities: strength, durability, conductivity,…
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Powering Productivity: The Next Generation of Deka Ready Power Solutions
November 19, 2025In today’s fast-paced material handling environment, equipment uptime and energy efficiency are mission-critical. The Deka Ready Power line continues to redefine what reliable motive power looks like, delivering smart, maintenance-free solutions engineered to keep operations moving. With advanced lithium and…
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Lead: A Critical Mineral for a Sustainable Future
November 13, 2025The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) recently made a historic update. On November 7, it added lead to the 2025 List of Critical Minerals. This recognition underscores what many in the battery and recycling industries have known for decades: lead is…
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Fuel Efficiency Matters More in Cooler Weather. Here’s How to Maximize It.
November 4, 2025As temperatures drop, your vehicle’s fuel efficiency often does too. According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), cold weather can lower gas mileage by up to 20% for short trips, since engines take longer to reach optimal operating temperatures….
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