Discover to launch high-power lithium battery at ConExpo

Discover Battery will introduce the Lithium Mobile battery DLM-16000-48V at ConExpo-Con/Agg - a North America-focused product designed for high-power mobile and industrial applications.

The launch joins the company’s Lithium Professional series and has been optimised for demanding construction and rental duty cycles, building on the company’s original Dry Cell AGM traction battery range.

A range of applications are suitable for the Discover Lithium Professional Range. (Image: Discover Battery).

Delivering 16 kWh of energy at 51.2 V with 314 Ah capacity and charge/discharge capability up to 200 A, the solution is engineered to support equipment requiring extended runtime and significant auxiliary power demand while maintaining a compact, rugged form suited to demanding jobsite environments.

“Because CONEXPO-CON/AGG brings together OEMs, rental companies, fleet operators, and integrators in one place, it is an ideal environment for Discover to demonstrate how it supports the electrification of construction and industrial equipment,” said Peter Johnston, Discover’s vice president of business development - lithium.

“Attendees who stop by the Discover booth will be able to see our expanded product portfolio firsthand and experience our commitment to delivering application-driven battery solutions designed for demanding real-world conditions.”

High energy solution 

The Lithium Mobile platform combines high energy density with stable voltage delivery under heavy load and integrated system intelligence through the company’s Discover Electronics offering and its Forge Battery Management System.

The system incorporates advanced safety architecture, integrated heating capability and certified protection standards, including UL 9540, UL 9540A and UL 1973, along with an IP-65/NEMA 3R outdoor-rated enclosure designed for operation in harsh environmental conditions.

The solution is particularly suited for mobile energy applications such as lighting towers, construction trailers, mobile power units and remote job site systems, where operators require reliable, maintenance-free power together with predictable performance and simplified deployment.

The DLM-16000-48V Lithium Mobile. (Image: Discover Battery).

According to Discover’s internal analysis, the Lithium Mobile platform can achieve cost parity with AGM batteries in solar trailer applications while delivering efficiency, energy density and operational advantages associated with lithium technology.

Enhanced lithium range

In addition to its new Lithium Mobile platform, Discover will highlight the Lithium Professional (DLP) GC2-format battery range at the show. It has enhanced through improved system-level integration, advanced communication capabilities using the company’s LINK gateway and optimized performance for high-duty, vibration-intensive applications.

Discover’s Lithium Professional (DLP) GC2-format battery. (Image: Discover Battery).

Built on a standardized BCI GC2 footprint widely used across industrial equipment, the range enables true drop-in electrification while maintaining compatibility with existing battery compartments and system layouts.

Available in configurations from 12V to 48V, the modular platform delivers approximately 1.5 kWh per battery unit, enabling scalable system design with up to 20 batteries connected in parallel.

Proven Dry Cell AGM technology

Alongside its lithium innovations, Discover will showcase its core Dry Cell AGM traction battery range.

Discover pioneered AGM traction technology for industrial and aerial work platform applications, delivering maintenance-free operation, enhanced durability and consistent performance in demanding operating environments. The fully sealed design eliminates the need for watering and reduces safety risks.

Discover’s participation at ConExpo also reflects broader industry trends, added the company, as equipment electrification accelerates and fleet operators seek improved utilization, lower total cost of ownership and increased operational efficiency.

“By offering lithium and AGM technologies within a unified portfolio, Discover enables customers to select battery solutions based on application requirements, performance expectations and economic considerations rather than adopting a one-size-fits-all approach,” said Johnston.