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Mar 10, 2010

Discover Energy Corp. Exhibits at ISSA/INTERCLEAN Amsterdam 2010

Discover® to  launch Discover WATTS NXT Advanced Lithium Battery Solution for Floor Machines at the Amsterdam show

Vancouver, BC –March 10, 2010- Discover Energy Corp., the market leader in Clean & Green® Stored Energy Solutions, announced today that the company will be at booth # 03.307B at the 2010 ISSA/INTERCLEAN show from April 26 -29, 2010 at the RAI, Amsterdam The Netherlands. 

At the 2010 ISSA Interclean Amsterdam show, Discover® will be exhibiting their industry leading Clean & Green® EV Traction Dry Cell battery technology and launching WATTS NXT from Discover. WATTS NXT is an Innovative Advanced Lithium power solution integrating Discover’s proprietary IDBMS (Integration, Data and Battery Management System), Man Machine interfaces and charging solutions with Discover Optimum Fail Soft Lithium Modules. WATTS NXT will be easily integrated by Discover’s established EV Traction Dry Cell Original Equipment Clients, allowing them to be early adopters of a technology that has major benefits for their equipment and customers; and will create the environment for a breakthrough in new equipment Design.

WATTS NXT by Discover Energy Corp. are highly advanced and innovative power solutions that include technological expertise and components that control, store, capture and analyze cell block performance, charging and environmental data. Benefits of the Watts NXT Lithium Battery Solutions include:

• Reduced battery weights, compartment sizes and charge times
• Extended equipment run times and battery life
• Clean & Green® and Maintenance-free battery technology
• A Solution that minimizes user error and ensures a lower cost of stored energy ownership.

Discover Energy Corp. designs and manufactures emerging energy technologies that enable Clean & Green® power. Discover Energy Corp. supplies world-leading Original Equipment Manufacturers with power solutions that provide increased performance with a lower total cost of ownership than traditional flooded lead-acid battery technology.

Discover® is the industry leader in EV Traction  Dry Cell batteries, offering a full line up of Clean & Green®, Maintenance-Free, and Non- Hazardous Advanced Power Blocks in 2, 6, 8, and 12 Volt footprints. The proven Discover EV Traction Technology has  applications across multiple industries including Floor Machine; Commercial and Recreational Electric Vehicle;  Materials Handling; Renewable Stored Energy;  and Marine.

The Discover Energy Corp. Engineering and Product development team will be available at the show to provide technology overviews of available products  and customized Advanced Battery Solutions . For more information about the Show visit http://www.amsterdam.issainterclean.com/nl/en/pages/default.aspx

Discover Energy Corp., based in Vancouver, British Columbia, has built a solid reputation as the market leader in the Clean & Green® energy storage industry. Discover Energy Corp. is committed to developing industry leading energy products, and being the "go-to" company for solutions in the EV Traction Deep Cycle Battery industry. Through innovative product development, knowledge-based services and worldwide distribution, Discover Energy Corp sets the standard for dependable and maintenance-free Advanced Dry Cell and now Lithium Battery Solutions.

For more information about Discover Energy Corp. visit www.discover-energy.com.

Feb 27, 2010

Discover Energy Corp. Partners with Optimum Battery to Produce Lithium Power Solutions

Synergistic approach to Clean & Green Energy produces Discover Lithium Battery Management Solution

Vancouver, BC –Feb 27, 2010 - Discover Energy Corp., the market leader in Clean & Green Stored Energy Solutions, announced today the formalization of its 8 year partnership with Optimum Battery in the commercialization of advance battery technologies including Lithium technologies.

Discover was the first to market and has been a leader during the past decade in commercializing its Clean & Green EV Traction Dry Cell Batteries as proven non-hazardous non-gassing replacements for a majority of traditional wet cell deep cycle lead acid batteries used in battery powered equipment and vehicles.

“After years of research, development and field trials, the formalization of our partnership with Optimum Battery secures production quantities of Optimum and Discover’s co-developed Fail-Soft high power Lithium Modules that are key components in Watts-NXT from Discover,” said Steve Nam, President of Discover Energy Corp.

Watts-NXT from Discover are innovative power solutions integrating Discover’s proprietary IDBMS (Integration, Data and Battery Management System), Man Machine interfaces and charging solutions with Optimum Fail Soft Lithium Modules.

“As we did with Discover’s EV Traction Dry Cell batteries 10 years ago, Watts NXT from Discover will be easily integrated by our established original equipment clients allowing them to be early adopters of a technology that has major benefits for their equipment and customers,” said Darwin Sauer, VP Product and Business Development at Discover-Energy.

“Bringing together Optimum’s lithium production and Discover’s integration technologies will allow Optimum to move ahead of our competition in achieving a dominant position in the China domestic and Asian market for Electric Vehicle solutions. Technology sharing and Discover’s International sales and distribution expertise also gives us a leadership position internationally to build off of”, said Jack Li, President and Managing Director of Optimum Battery Co. Ltd.

According to a report from bcc research, Nonrechargeable (primary) lithium batteries were worth  $975 million in 2006 and the world market should grow to a projected $1.2 billion (constant 2006 dollars) in 2012, a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.7%. In addition, the rechargeable secondary lithium battery market was approximately $4.6 billion in 2006 but should grow to more than $6.3 billion by 2012, (CAGR) of 5.6%.

Further research from Pike Research shows the plug-in hybrid and all-electric vehicle market growth will create a Li-ion transportation battery industry with nearly $8 billion in sales worldwide by 2015, up from $878 million in 2010.

Optimum Battery Co., Ltd. was founded in Shenzhen China in 2002 and is one of the leading advanced battery manufacturers in China with strong R&D teams, automated equipment and modern production equipment capable of producing millions of high quality cells daily.

Discover Energy Corp., based in Vancouver, British Columbia, has built a solid reputation as the market leader in the Clean & Green energy storage industry. Discover Energy Corp. is committed to developing industry leading energy products, and being the "go-to" company for solutions in the EV Traction Deep Cycle Battery industry. Discover Energy Corp. manufactures and distributes a full line-up of Clean and Green, maintenance-free, and non-hazardous advanced power blocks in 2, 6, 8, and 12-volt footprints, with application across multiple industries.  Through innovative product development and impeccable knowledge-based services, Discover Energy Corp’s worldwide distribution sets the standard for dependable and maintenance-free Advanced Dry Cell and now Lithium Battery Solutions.

For more information about Discover Energy Corp. visit www.discover-energy.com.

Feb 8, 2010

Discover EV Traction Batteries Used in Water Purification Systems Headed to Haiti

Discover Energy Corp. works with Genpro Energy Solutions to Supply Clean & Green® Battery technology for Water Purification in Haiti.

Vancouver, BC – February 8, 2010 – Discover Energy Corp., the market leader in Clean & Green® Stored Energy Solutions, is proud to announce its collaboration with GenPro Energy Solutions to provide much needed drinking water purification systems to Haiti. 

Discover Energy Corp.'s Factory Warehouse in California has partnered with GenPro Energy Solutions and supplied Discover’s EV31A Traction Batteries that will be used in the water purification systems that are headed to Haiti.  The Discover EV Traction Dry Cell batteries provide a non-hazardous, Clean & Green®  energy solution for the Water Purification system.

Although there have been numerous efforts to get clean drinking water to Haiti, over a million people still need clean drinking water. "Discover Energy Corp. is pleased to play a part in this effort, and have our batteries supply power for these mission critical water purification systems. Our EV31A-A batteries are non-hazardous and offer a long run time for the much needed water supply,” said Lehann Wallace, VP Marketing, Discover Energy Corp.

The Water Purification system effort is spearheaded by LifeGiving Force, and is in collaboration with several companies including Nimbus Water Systems, Shift Power Solutions, GenPro Energy Solutions and GenPro Power Services, resulting in a world-class innovative water filtration system.  The system is designed for disaster relief and to be used off-grid with its own renewable energy system. The system can turn dirty non-potable water into clean water and produce 18,000 plus gallons of fresh drinking water per day which in turn can provide the minimum drinking needs of 30,000 plus people.

GenPro Energy Solutions is committed to delivering renewable energy systems to their customers in the form of solar, wind, bio-diesel and many more environmentally friendly energy systems.  GenPro has supplied thousands of remote solar water pumping systems Worldwide.

Discover Energy Corp., based in Vancouver, British Columbia, has built a solid reputation as the market leader in the Clean & Green® energy storage industry. Discover Energy Corp. is committed to developing industry leading energy products, and being the "go-to" company for solutions in the EV Traction Deep Cycle Battery industry. Discover Energy Corp. manufactures and distributes a full line-up of non hazardous and maintenance-free - Clean & Green® advanced power blocks in 2, 6, 8, and 12-volt footprints, with application across multiple industries.  Through innovative product development and impeccable knowledge-based services, Discover Energy Corp’s worldwide distribution sets the standard for dependable and maintenance-free Advanced Dry Cell power blocks.


 

Feb 4, 2010

Discover Energy Corp. Announces Spring 2010 Tradeshow Schedule

Discover’s Non-Hazardous, Maintenance-Free Battery Solution for multiple industries is the Clean & Green Answer


Vancouver, BC – February 1, 2010 - Discover Energy Corp., the market leader in Clean & Green Stored Energy Solutions, announced today its Spring 2010 tradeshow schedule.  The company will showcase its innovative battery technologies including their EV Traction Dry Cell non-hazardous, maintenance-free battery solution at these major international shows.

• The 11th annual China Clean Expo, March 29th - 31th 2010 at Shanghai New International Expo Centre. For more information visit http://www.chinacleanexpo.com
• The 2010 North American Material Handling and Logistics Show (NA 2010),  April 26 - 29, 2010, at Cleveland’s I-X Center. For more information visit http://www.nashow.com/
• The ISSA/INTERCLEAN® Amsterdam 2010, April 26-29, 2010 at the Amsterdam RAI Exhibition and Congress Centre. For more information visit  http://www.amsterdam.issainterclean.com/nl/en/pages/default.aspx

Discover is an industry leading manufacturer of Dry Cell EV Traction Batteries; offering a full line-up of Clean & Green®, Maintenance-free, and Non-hazardous advanced power blocks in 2, 6, 8, and 12 Volt footprints. Discover® EV Traction Dry Cell Battery technology provides additional run-times with superior high-integrity and reliability for environmentally sensitive areas, and is used in commercial, industrial and private applications. The maintenance-free, valve regulated lead acid (VRLA) construction makes Discover® EV Traction Batteries the definitive choice for Floor Machines and Material handling Equipment. 

Discover Energy Corp., based in Vancouver, British Columbia, combines more than 60 years of seasoned management in the power protection, power generation and energy storage industry. Discover Energy Corp. is committed to being the leader in stored energy products, and the "go-to" company for solutions in the EV Traction Deep Cycle Battery industry. Discover Energy Corp. manufactures Sealed Lead Acid batteries with applications across multiple industries. Through innovative product development and solutions-based services, Discover Energy Corp’s worldwide distribution sets the standard for dependable and maintenance-free Advanced Dry Cell power blocks.

For more information about Discover Energy Corp. visit www.discover-energy.com.

Dec 14, 2009

Discover User Guide posted to www.discover-energy.com/downloads page.

The Discover EV Traction Dry Cell User guide has been added to the Downloads section of the www.discover-energy.com website.

This 2 page PDF document includes useful information for your installation, commissioning and management of Discover EV Traction Dry Cell batteries including:

  • Charging instructions and guidelines
  • Temperature effects on performance and life
  • General battery care
  • Battery Label Handling Symbols
  • Step by Step Commissioning guidelines and log

To view the downloads page - click here: www.discover-energy.com/downloads

To view and download the Discover User Guide - click here: Discover_User_Guide.pdf

 

 

Dec 7, 2009

Discover Energy Corp. Named Battery Solution Provider for Hyster Company

Hyster Lift Trucks now powered by Discover® EV Traction Dry Cell Batteries

Vancouver, BC – Dec 2009 - Discover Energy Corp., the market leader in Clean & Green Stored Energy Solutions, was named EV Traction Maintenance-free battery solution for Hyster Company, a leading lift truck designer and manufacturer in North America.  By working with Discover, Hyster is able to use a clean and green, maintenance-free and environmentally friendly battery for its variety of 130 lift trucks.

Discover Energy Corp’s Clean & Green EV Traction Dry Cell Batteries save maintenance costs and reduce environmental impact. Worldwide public and private sector standards for responsible and sustainable use of non-hazardous products are increasing. By partnering with Discover, Hyster Company is able to offer a non-hazardous replacement over other flooded deep-cycle batteries. Discover offers multiple advantages over Flooded Lead Acid, Gel, and Advanced AGM battery technologies.

The Advantages of Discover’s EV Traction Dry Cell Battery for Hyster Company include:
• Designed for longer run times
• Designed for high-rate long duration discharges
• Designed for long life
• Shorter Charging time and high charge retention
• Saves costs on labor, and replacement costs on poorly maintained batteries
• Protects equipment and people from damage and injury.

“This is an ideal partnership for us as our Clean & Green power alternative is a great fit for Hyster Company’s durable lift trucks. Our batteries offer a true competitive advantage for Hyster as they are specifically designed for longer life and cost saving on labor and replacement batteries,” said Lehann Wallace, VP Marketing for Discover Energy Corp.

About Hyster Company
Based in Greenville, North Carolina, Hyster Company (www.hyster.com) is a leading lift truck designer and manufacturer in North America. Hyster offers 130 models configured for gasoline, LPG, diesel, and electric power, with the widest capacity range in the industry — from 2,000 lbs to 115,000 lbs. Supported by the industry’s largest and most experienced dealer network, Hyster builds durable lift trucks that deliver high productivity, low total cost of ownership, easy serviceability, and advanced ergonomic features; accompanied by outstanding parts, service and training support.

Hyster Company is part of NACCO Materials Handling Group, Inc. (www.nmhg.com), which employs approximately 5,500 people worldwide, and is a wholly owned subsidiary of NACCO Industries, Inc. (NYSE:NC).

About Discover Energy Corp.
Discover Energy Corp., based in Vancouver, British Columbia, combines more than 60 years of seasoned management in the power protection, power generation and energy storage industry. Discover Energy Corp. is committed to being the leader in stored energy products, and the "go-to" company for solutions in the EV Traction Deep Cycle Battery industry. Discover Energy Corp. manufactures and distributes a full line-up of Clean and Green, maintenance-free, and non-hazardous advanced power blocks in 2, 6, 8, and 12-volt footprints, with application across multiple industries.  Through innovative product development and impeccable knowledge-based services, Discover Energy Corp’s worldwide distribution sets the standard for dependable and maintenance-free Advanced Dry Cell power blocks.


 

Oct 26, 2009

Discover Energy Corp. Named Exclusive Partner for e-Ride Industries, Manufacturer Of Neighborhood Electric Vehicles

Vancouver, BC – October 26, 2009 - Discover Energy Corp., the market leader in Clean & Green Stored Energy Solutions, was named the exclusive battery solution for e-Ride Industries, a manufacturer of Neighborhood Electric Vehicles (NEV) & Electric Utility Vehicles. The popularity of NEVs is growing within several retirement and urban communities; an NEV is limited to 25 m.p.h. and restricted to posted roads of 35 MPH and less.

The NEV market has been growing consistently over the past few years and is predicted to continue its growth for the next couple of years.  By partnering with Discover, e-Ride is able to offer clean and green, maintenance free and environmentally friendly utility and transportation vehicles. E-ride vehicles are presently being used in a variety of uses including Military and Fleet applications, state and federal parks, colleges, universities and large facilities.

Discover was chosen by e-Ride Industries because of the maintenance-free run-time its batteries provide.  Discover EV Traction Dry Cell blocks provide extended life and allow e-Ride customers to achieve a consistent 35 to 45 miles range.

Using Discover Energy Corp’s Clean & Green EV Traction Dry Cell Batteries allows e-Ride to offer their customers the highest quality power solutions available on the market today. Discover Batteries  are Non-Hazardous and Maintenance-free, which virtually eliminates battery maintenance costs and time, and helps to avoid premature battery replacement.

“The market for NEV’s is growing quickly and our batteries are specifically designed to offer maintenance-free, longer run times which equates to a huge cost savings on labor and premature replacement of batteries,” said Darwin Sauer, VP Business and Product Development for Discover Energy Corp.

e-Ride Industries offers two models, the exv4 electric transportation vehicle and the exv2 electric utility vehicles. Both Vehicles are offered with a wide array of options to suit any individual needs.  e-Ride is enjoying great success all across the country, from California to Florida and looks forward to new advancements in new models and to future products currently in development. e-Ride is also a large GSA supplier;  GSA oversees the business of the U.S. federal government. GSA’s acquisition solutions supplies federal purchasers with cost-effective high-quality products and services from commercial vendors.

Discover Energy Corp., based in Vancouver, British Columbia, combines more than 60 years of seasoned management in the power protection, power generation and energy storage industry. Discover Energy Corp. is committed to being the leader in stored energy products, and the "go-to" company for solutions in the EV Traction Deep Cycle Battery industry. Discover Energy Corp. manufactures and distributes a full line-up of Clean and Green, maintenance-free, and non-hazardous advanced power blocks in 2, 6, 8, and 12-volt footprints, with application across multiple industries.  Through innovative product development and impeccable knowledge-based services, Discover Energy Corp’s worldwide distribution sets the standard for dependable and maintenance-free Advanced Dry Cell power blocks.

Discover Contact: Kelly Cinell, CWR & Partners – Kelly@cwrpartners.com

e-Ride Industries Contact – John Herou, jherou@e-ride.com

e-Ride website - http://www.e-ride.com


 

Sep 21, 2009

Discover Energy Corp. Exhibits at ISSA/INTERCLEAN North America 2009

Discover’s Non-Hazardous, Maintenance-Free Battery Solution for Floor Cleaning equipment is the Clean & Green Answer

Vancouver, BC – September 28, 2009 - Discover Energy Corp., the market leader in Clean & Green Stored Energy Solutions, announced today that the company will be at booth #1024 at the ISSA/INTERCLEAN North American 2009 show in Chicago from October 6-9, 2009. 

At ISSA 2009, Discover Energy Corp. will showcase its non-hazardous, maintenance-free battery solution for floor cleaning scrubber equipment.  Discover Energy Corp’s Clean & Green EV Traction Dry Cell Batteries are an available upgrade option with all major Original Equipment Manufacturers at the show, and save end users maintenance costs while reducing environmental impact. 

Discover provides additional run-time options, along with superior high-integrity power for environmentally sensitive areas in commercial and industrial battery applications. The non-gassing, valve regulated lead acid (VRLA) construction makes Discover EV Traction Batteries the definitive choice for Floor Machines/Scrubbers. With organizations like OSHA and the USGBC LEED influencing the standards for building construction and maintenance, the standard hazardous batteries used in the past throughout the cleaning industry are being replaced with Discover’s Non-hazardous Clean & Green battery option.

The ISSA/INTERCLEAN® North America 2009 will bring the entire cleaning industry together.  Last year, a total of 16,233 people registered for the event. “The ever-increasing demand for longer–run times and maintenance-free Clean & Green products, positions Discover Energy Corp. very well for this year’s show,” said Lehann Wallace, VP Marketing for Discover Energy Corp. 

Stop by the Discover Booth to learn about their Clean & Green Solution; Meet with senior management; Discuss money and time saving alternatives; And view Discover Energy Corp’s growing list of clients. For more information about the ISSA/INTERCLEAN Show visit www.issa.com.

Discover Energy Corp., based in Vancouver, British Columbia, combines more than 60 years of seasoned management in the power protection, power generation and energy storage industry. Discover Energy Corp. is committed to being the leader in stored energy products, and the "go-to" company for solutions in the EV Traction Deep Cycle Battery industry. Discover Energy Corp. manufactures and distributes a full line-up of Clean and Green, maintenance-free, and non-hazardous advanced power blocks in 2, 6, 8, and 12-volt footprints, with application across multiple industries.  Through innovative product development and impeccable knowledge-based services, Discover Energy Corp’s worldwide distribution sets the standard for dependable and maintenance-free Advanced Dry Cell power blocks. For more information about Discover Energy Corp. visit www.discover-energy.com.


 

Sep 14, 2009

Discover Energy Corp. Named Exclusive Partner for Wheego Electric Cars

DISCOVER ENERGY CORP. NAMED EXCLUSIVE PARTNER FOR WHEEGO ELECTRIC CARS
Wheego Cars are powered by Discover’s Clean & Green EV Traction Dry Cell Batteries

Vancouver, BC – September 14, 2009 - Discover Energy Corp., the Market Leader in Clean & Green Stored Energy Solutions, was named the exclusive battery solution for Wheego Electric Cars new 2010 Wheego Whip LSV.  By partnering with Discover®, Wheego is able to meet their customer’s high expectations for a clean and green, maintenance-free and environmentally friendly electric vehicle experience.

Wheego chose Discover® as its energy solution after testing out numerous batteries for its vehicles. Ultimately, Discover® was chosen because of the run-time its batteries provided.  Discover® EV Traction Dry Cell blocks provide extended life and allows customers a range of 40 miles on a single charge.

Using Discover Energy Corp’s Clean & Green EV Traction Dry Cell Batteries allows Wheego to offer their customers the highest quality power solutions available on the market today. Discover® Batteries are non-hazardous and maintenance-free, which virtually eliminates battery maintenance costs and time, and helps to avoid premature battery replacement.

“Not only do we offer a Clean & Green power alternative, but our batteries are specifically designed to offer maintenance-free, longer run times. Our battery alternative offers a huge cost savings on premature replacement of batteries for Wheego customers,” said Darwin Sauer, VP Business and Product Development for Discover Energy Corp.

Wheego Electric Cars is an innovation-driven and environmentally-conscious manufacturer of Electric Vehicles (EVs).  Under the leadership of Mike McQuary, former president of MindSpring and EarthLink ISPs, Wheego has become a leader in the integration of advanced technology components that distinguishes the brand from other EVs and is the first EV company to deliver affordable LSVs to the marketplace through a national dealer network.

Discover Energy Corp., based in Vancouver, British Columbia, combines more than 60 years of seasoned management in the power protection, power generation and energy storage industry. Discover Energy Corp. is committed to being the leader in stored energy products, and the "go-to" company for solutions in the EV Traction Deep Cycle Battery Industry. Discover Energy Corp. manufactures and distributes a full line-up of Clean and Green, maintenance-free, and non-hazardous advanced power blocks in 2, 6, 8, and 12-volt footprints, with application across multiple industries.  Through innovative product development and impeccable knowledge-based services, Discover Energy Corp’s worldwide distribution sets the standard for dependable and maintenance-free Advanced Dry Cell power blocks.

To learn more about Discover EV Traction Dry Cell Batteries - click here.

To learn more about Wheego Electric Vehicles - click here.

Jul 16, 2009

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Jul 14, 2009
Discover Energy Corp. Offers Non-Hazardous, Maintenance-Free Battery Solution
By Betsy Kraat

VANCOUVER, BC--Discover Energy Corp. has announced that their non-hazardous, maintenance-free battery solution for floor machines continues to cement their organization as an innovator and visionary in the battery industry.

The number of green initiatives on a state and federal level is skyrocketing, and developing into a lucrative market for companies that can positively affect occupant health in various facility settings. US demand for janitorial equipment and supplies (excluding chemical products) is forecast to increase 2.4 percent per year to $7.6 billion in 2013. Discover Energy Corp. has responded to the industry demand with a Clean & Green power solution for the floor scrubber/sweeper industry.

Discover Energy Corp’s Clean & Green EV Traction Dry Cell Batteries save maintenance costs and reduce environmental impact when used in industrial floor cleaning equipment. Building health and safety trends are driving non-hazardous workplaces, schools, hospitals, airports and other facilities to make changes in equipment and maintenance practices.

Discover EV Traction Dry Cell Batteries are:

·Recyclable and made from recycled products.
·Designed for use in environmentally sensitive areas such as hospitals, airports, schools.
·Exempt from HAZMAT shipping requirements
·Compliant with LEED (USGBC)
·Compliant with OSHA Occupational Health & Safety Regulations
·Efficient and deliver maximum maintenance-free life without additional service resources required (Labor and materials for maintenance,).
·Designed to conserve resources, improve safety and reduce waste.

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