Crown Battery Acquires Warehouse Energy Power

FREMONT, OH / ACCESSWIRE / March 30, 2017 / Crown Battery, the leading manufacturer of advanced technology, 99% recyclable batteries, acquired Warehouse Energy Power (WEP) of Minster, OH. Over the past 15 years, WEP has distributed and serviced industrial batteries and chargers — and grown to four locations with almost 30 employees.

WEP is being integrated into Crown’s business operations and strategic plans. The acquisition includes the expertise of WEP’s employees and the company’s four sales and service facilities in Minster/Dayton, Columbus, Toledo, and Cleveland, OH.

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“Warehouse Energy Power has successfully represented Crown since 2001,” explains Mark Kelley, Vice President of Crown Battery’s Industrial Products Group. “This strategic move helps both our teams to improve service and support for our customers in Ohio and the region, and it positions us for even greater growth.”

WEP company facilities will remain in their respective cities.

Crown Battery started operations in 1926 as a supplier of lead batteries for cars. The company now delivers power on six continents, in applications ranging from material handling and heavy-duty commercial, to mining, electric vehicles, and renewable energy.

Hal Hawk, President and CEO of Crown Battery, says, “WEP has earned their reputation for integrity, quality, and service. We’re excited to welcome them to Crown Battery, and to improve our service and field support in Ohio and across the region.”

The market for lead batteries continues to grow was demand increases in material handling, renewable energy, and other markets. Crown’s lead batteries offer the lowest cost of ownership of battery technologies, along with significant performance and safety advantages. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), lead batteries are the most recycled and recyclable product in North America.

About Crown Battery:

Since 1926, Fremont-based Crown Battery is the leading manufacturer of advanced-technology, lead batteries. Crown uses automated assembly and robotic welding for the longest life in markets including material handling, renewable energy, electric vehicles, floor-care, marine, commercial truck, automotive aftermarket, mining, and railroad. To learn more about Crown’s advanced technology and over 90 years of commitment to the community, visit http://www.crownbattery.com.

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SOURCE: Crown Battery

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