Exide Technologies launches New GNB Marathon FPX premium flat plate battery

Exide Technologies (Booth S2047), a global provider of stored electrical energy solutions, today announced the availability of the GNB Marathon FPX Premium Flat Plate battery for motive power applications. The Marathon FPX is available for purchase through Exide authorized GNB-branded product dealers across North America.

The Marathon FPX flat plate battery is designed for medium-to heavy-duty industrial use and designed for opportunity charging applications. Significant investments in process enhancements and a new flat plate grid design ensure the Marathon FPX delivers premium performance and extended durability. Designed to increase productivity and battery life, the Marathon FPX has the industry leading flat plate cycle performance (1600 or 5 years) warranty.

“The Marathon FPX provides exceptional value to end users,” said Ted Becker, Senior Vice President, Sales, Marketing and Service for Exide Technologies. “Supported by an industry-leading, 1600 cycle warranty, this new product is an attractive alternative to competitive flat plate designs. The FPX offers opportunity charging capabilities, enhanced durability and reliable power to lift trucks operating in the demanding material handling and warehousing industries.” 

“Exide is committed to making continual improvements to product performance through new designs and capital investments in manufacturing processes and equipment,” said Vic Koelsch, President and CEO of Exide Technologies. “Our commitment allows us to deliver new products like the Marathon FPX to meet the needs of the material handling industry.”