John Kincaide founded 2ndLifeBatteries in 2017 after seeing usable telecom batteries sent prematurely to recycling. Drawing on more than 15 years in battery recycling, the Alden, New York company refurbishes and tests industrial lead-acid batteries for reuse in stationary energy storage, helping professional solar installers and healthcare facilities extend the life of proven equipment.
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C&D TechnologiesSince 1906, C&D Technologies has manufactured industrial batteries and energy-storage systems that keep critical power available for data centers, telecommunications and infrastructure. The company operates seven manufacturing locations, sells more than 5.5 million batteries annually and serves over 120 countries, while supporting systems through installation, maintenance and recycling. Its lead-acid battery recycling program recovers more than 98% of battery components and uses up to 80% of reclaimed materials in new batteries.HORSHAM, PA
GB Industrial BatteryGB Industrial Battery supplies and assembles industrial lead-acid batteries and chargers for electric lift trucks, locomotives and solar applications. Its catalog includes both new and reconditioned forklift batteries, with detailed construction, sizing and fitment information for equipment used across the United States and Canada. The company also supports customers with battery repair, charger repair and technical-care resources.BETHLEHEM, PA
Harris Battery Company, IncFamily-owned since its 1979 founding in Bolivar, Ohio, Harris Battery Company remains a second-generation business led by president Christopher Harris. The company is known for building practical power systems for industrial customers, with its Ohio operation assembling lithium energy storage for material-handling equipment and other applications.SOMERSET, PA
EV Recycling Company, LLCFounded to extend the useful life of end-of-life electric vehicles, EV Recycling Company, LLC recycles EVs and high-voltage battery systems, finding second-life uses for their parts before recovering their base materials. The Churchville, New York company supplies inspected used EV parts through its EV Parts Guy division and explores alternative applications for components that no longer return to vehicles. Founder Peter Gordon brings more than 35 years of automotive design and manufacturing experience, including over 12 years working with EVs.ROCHESTER, NY