August 2025 - Green Cubes Technology

Green Cubes Technology Secures UL Listing with EE Rating for Lithium SAFEFlex PLUS Battery Family

Posted on August 15, 2025August 15, 2025 by john@grandmarketingsolutions.com

August 15, 2025 – KOKOMO, IN – Green Cubes Technology (Green Cubes), the leader in producing Lithium-ion (Li-ion) power systems that facilitate the transition from lead-acid batteries and Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) power to green Li-ion battery power, is proud to announce the entire line, including 24V, 36V, 48V and 80V models of its Lithium SAFEFlex PLUS batteries, is UL listed and EE rated. This innovative product line continues Green Cubes’ legacy of pushing electrification forward, providing cutting-edge power solutions for material handling, ground support equipment, automated vehicles and other motive products.

“We are proud to announce the UL listing and EE rating of our Lithium SAFEFlex PLUS product suite, which includes 80V models, leveraging over a decade of experience with our groundbreaking Lithium SAFEFlex line,” said Michael Walsh, CEO at Green Cubes Technology. “We continue to focus on servicing our customers’ installed base and are increasing the aftermarket upgrades that extend the life and Return On Investment of our battery systems.”

Key Features of Lithium SAFEFlex PLUS product line:

Modular Design: UL-recognized module with functional safety facilitates family safety certifications and simplifies ongoing safety approvals.

Enhanced Feature Set: Developed based on a decade of experience with Lithium SAFEFlex, PLUS offers superior performance, state-of-charge monitoring and balancing.

Reliability and Serviceability: Lithium SAFEFlex PLUS battery systems are designed with modular cell blocks and a battery control module that simplify technician access and field service replacement.

Compatibility: Sized to fit standard material handling lead-acid battery compartments and meet truck battery weight requirements.

Green Cubes will continue to offer the original Lithium SAFEFlex MHE and GSE products for customers that require the versatility and value they bring. These solutions are designed to meet the cost, performance, efficiency, and durability requirements of rugged warehouse, distribution, and airport environments.

For more information about Lithium SAFEFlex PLUS and other battery solutions, please visit greencubes.com or email info@greencubes.com. This expertise is evidenced in every detail of the new MHE Li-ion battery, from its robust design to its ability to meet the rigorous demands of modern supply chain operations.

About Green Cubes Technology

Green Cubes Technology develops and manufactures safe and reliable electrification solutions that enable its OEM and enterprise customers to transition from Lead Acid and Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) power to Lithium-ion battery power. Green Cubes utilizes proven hardware and software platforms to build the most reliable Lithium power solutions in its industry. With employees across five countries, Green Cubes has been producing innovative, high-performance, and high-quality power solutions since 1986.

Lithium Forklift Batteries Power Energy-Efficient Cold Storage Operations

Posted on August 15, 2025September 10, 2025 by greencube_admin

Reliable Performance Below Freezing

Standard lead-acid packs struggle when ambient temperatures fall, leading to sluggish lift speed and longer dwell times at freezer doors. Lithium forklift batteries retain voltage throughout the discharge window, so operators maintain rated travel speed and lift height even at –20°F. Steady handling keeps product exposure within safe limits and supports first-expired, first-out rotation targets.

Quick Recharge Maintains Workflow

Lead-acid units often need an eight-hour charge followed by a cooldown period. Lithium packs reach full capacity in about two hours and tolerate opportunity charging during sanitation breaks without shortening service life. Continuous truck availability prevents queueing at blast freezers and allows facilities to shrink spare-battery inventories.

Energy Savings Ease Refrigeration Load

Lead-acid chemistry converts only three-quarters of incoming electricity into power, expelling waste heat that forces compressors to cycle harder. Lithium cells approach ninety-eight percent charging efficiency, trimming kilowatt-hour draw and lowering heat gain inside refrigerated docks. Many sites verify projected reductions with the Green Cubes energy efficiency calculator.

Simplified Upkeep Protects Food Safety

Watering, acid cleaning, and equalization cycles introduce splash risks near packaged goods. Sealed lithium batteries eliminate those tasks, reducing contamination potential and shifting upkeep to fast visual inspections. Technicians can focus on evaporator fans, door seals, and other critical cold-chain assets.

Long Service Intervals Cut Capital Expense

Lead-acid packs average 1,200 – 1,500 cycles, while lithium alternatives commonly last 2,500 – 4,000 cycles before noticeable capacity loss. Fewer change-outs lower procurement budgets, lighten hazardous-waste paperwork, and minimize unplanned truck downtime.

Implementation Guide

Measure current battery-related energy draw, maintenance hours, and freezer-door wait times.
Confirm lithium pack voltage, weight, and dimensions match existing lift models.
Position high-efficiency chargers in vestibules just outside freezer zones to shield electronics.
Train operators to plug in during sanitation, paperwork, and meal breaks.

Advance Your Cold Chain Efficiency

Operators who transition to lithium forklift batteries report steadier throughput, smaller utility bills, and leaner maintenance schedules. Explore Green Cubes cold storage battery solutions or request a tailored savings estimate to learn how quickly your warehouse can capture similar gains.

Smarter Batteries Transform Warehouse Efficiency

Posted on August 8, 2025August 8, 2025 by greencube_admin

Learn how Green Cubes’ Lithium SAFEFlex MHE batteries, featured in Modern Materials Handling, boost warehouse safety, uptime, and efficiency in the article 8 Ways Smarter Batteries Can Reshape Warehouse Operations. Discover cutting-edge solutions for modern distribution! Read the full article.

About Green Cubes Technology

Green Cubes Technology develops and manufactures safe and reliable electrification solutions that enable its OEM and enterprise customers to transition from Lead Acid and Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) power to Lithium-ion battery power. Green Cubes utilizes proven hardware and software platforms to build the most reliable Lithium power solutions in its industries. With employees across six countries, Green Cubes has been producing innovative, high-performance, and high-quality power solutions since 1986.

For more information about Lithium SAFEFlex PLUS and other battery solutions, please visit greencubes.com or email info@greencubestech.com

Reducing downtime in manufacturing with advanced lithium battery solutions

Posted on August 1, 2025September 10, 2025 by augusto@grandmarketingsolutions.com

Unplanned Stops Erode Profit

Every minute of unexpected equipment idle time raises unit cost and jeopardizes on-time delivery. Swapping or servicing legacy lead-acid power packs is a frequent cause of these interruptions. Advanced lithium battery solutions supply stable, high-efficiency power that helps plants sustain continuous flow across shifts.

Rapid Charging Sustains Continuous Production

Conventional lead-acid batteries can require eight hours to charge and additional cooldown time. A comparable lithium pack reaches full charge in about two hours and accepts opportunity charging during breaks without shortening service life. Equipment returns to the line quickly, and most facilities reduce the number of spare batteries they must keep on hand.

Lower Maintenance Frees Skilled Labor

Lead-acid cells demand weekly watering, corrosion cleaning, and equalization cycles. Sealed lithium designs remove these tasks, shifting battery care to quick visual inspections. Technicians can spend reclaimed hours on predictive work such as robot calibration and conveyor alignment, directly supporting throughput goals.

Stable Voltage Protects Process Quality

Voltage on a lead-acid unit drops steadily during discharge, slowing travel speed on automated guided vehicles and lift capacity on trucks. Lithium chemistry holds voltage almost flat until the final minutes of a cycle, so feeders, shuttles, and lifts operate at rated performance throughout the shift and avoid incremental slowdowns that cascade into schedule slips.

Extended Service Life Stabilizes Capital Budgets

Lead-acid batteries average 1,200 to 1,500 cycles. Advanced lithium alternatives typically provide 2,500 to 4,000 cycles before noticeable capacity loss. Fewer replacements cut procurement expense, lower hazardous-waste fees, and simplify multi-year budgeting. Plants comparing options can explore the full range of motive power solutions to match pack voltage and form factor.

Implementation Checklist

Audit downtime reports to identify battery-related delays.
Confirm lithium pack voltage, weight, and dimensions align with existing trucks and lifts.
Install high-efficiency chargers near break areas to encourage brief top-up sessions.
Train operators on opportunity charging and daily visual inspection routines.

Begin Your Uptime Improvement Plan

Manufacturers that adopt advanced lithium battery solutions report higher equipment availability, lower energy spend, and more predictable maintenance schedules. Request a tailored production uptime assessment to see how quickly your plant can capture similar gains.