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LIONIC^® Reduces the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) of Your Industrial Truck Operations

Cost comparison 375 Ah lead-acid batteries vs. LIONIC<sup>®</sup> 240 Ah energy system based on 2-shift operation over a period of 5 years. (investment and operating costs) — Cost comparison 375 Ah lead-acid batteries vs. LIONIC^® 240 Ah energy system based on 2-shift operation over a period of 5 years. (investment and operating costs)

fast charging
opportunity charging
maintenance-free, no topping up with water
low operating costs
long life > 3000 cycles
reliable operation

BENNING LIONIC^® energy systems consist of 8 or 16 lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO₄) cells arranged in series and are available for capacity ranges of 120 Ah, 240 Ah, 360 Ah and 480 Ah. The LIONIC^® energy systems cover a very large proportion of the needs for electrically operated ground conveyors.

LIONIC^® energy systems are about 50 % lighter and about 30 % smaller than comparable lead-acid batteries. Every energy system is fitted in a robust housing together with a Battery Management System (BMS) and can be integrated into standard battery trays.

The Battery Management System (BMS) ensures that voltage and temperature limits are maintained during the charging/discharging process. The individual cells are also monitored and are equalised in the event of potential deviations.

LIONIC<sup>®</sup> energy systems with different capacities + BELATRON Li<sup>+</sup> charger — LIONIC^® energy systems with different capacities + BELATRON Li⁺ charger

More energy and lower costs thanks to opportunity charging

Capacity curve of a LIONIC<sup>®</sup> 24 V / 9 kWh (360 Ah) energy system for 2-shift operation with opportunity charging — Capacity curve of a LIONIC^® 24 V / 9 kWh (360 Ah) energy system for 2-shift operation with opportunity charging

Make better use of equipment, increase cost efficiency

No need for a replacement battery
Opportunity charging possible at any time (25 % charge in 20 min)
100 % charge in 2.0 h

LIONIC^® energy systems are capable of fast charging and can also be opportunity charged. Charging is carried out at constant current.

In 2-shift operation, a replacement battery is not required if opportunity charging is carried out during breaks (1x15 min and 1x30 min per shift).

As an example, the fig. shows the capacity curve of a LIONIC^® 24 V / 9 kWh (360 Ah) energy system for 2-shift operation with intermediate charging.

LIONIC^® energy systems provide up to 30 % higher energy efficiency

Comparison of usable energy for lead-acid and lithium batteries

Economic and environmental advantages:

Reduced energy costs
High efficiency
Emission-free
Low self-discharge
Energy recovery system e.g. during braking
Stand-by mode
Environmentally friendly
Recyclable

LIONIC^® – The efficient energy system with the following cost advantages

The additional cost of investing in a LIONIC® energy system is compensated for by the savings in operating costs after just 2 years. — The additional cost of investing in a LIONIC^® energy system is compensated for by the savings in operating costs after just 2 years.

Approx. 30 % reduced energy costs
Approx. 75 % lower maintenance costs
Approx. 60 % lower battery handling costs

LIONIC^® energy system – no need to invest in central battery rooms

LIONIC<sup>®</sup> – operationally reliable and emission-free ideal for the food trade and refrigerated warehouses — LIONIC^® – operationally reliable and emission-free ideal for the food trade and refrigerated warehouses

Charging is carried out on site

No central charging station
No need for battery changing equipment
No ventilation and extraction systems
No central water filling
Short distances to charging point

LIONIC^® energy systems can be charged at decentralised charging points. As no gassing occurs during charging and LIONIC^® energy systems do not contain liquid electrolyte, the special regulations for central battery charging stations (e.g. DIN 50272-3, BGHW, ZVEI datasheet) do not apply in many respects to the charging of LIONIC^® energy systems.

Investment costs for setting up these charging points are significantly reduced, as no special ventilation or acid-resistant floor material is required.

In many cases, working time is increased due to the reduced distance travelled to reach the decentralised charging station.

LIONIC^® energy systems – easily integrated into your industrial trucks

LIONIC<sup>®</sup> energy systems – easily integrated into your industrial trucks — LIONIC^® energy systems – easily integrated into your industrial trucks

LIONIC^® Monitoring-Software

Data transmission to laptop using infrared interface
Current measuring data
Long-term measuring data

These days, it is essential for battery-powered industrial trucks to have a high availability and to operate reliably and efficiently.

The control of the charging/discharging process for the traction batteries and the monitoring of battery temperatures are important measures for ensuring the maximum availability of the truck fleet at all times.