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His background includes all manufacturing processes from design to fabrication. Anton is consistently focused on developing our Battery Design and Manufacturing infrastructure, to continually improve our value added supply chain organization. Anton's responsibilities include overseeing our design team, product/prototype development, tooling and test processes, regulatory/approval management and sub-component supply chain to ensure Epec's world class standards to our customers are maintained. Anton oversees hundreds of custom battery pack design projects which include everything from primary and secondary chemistries to include, alkaline, NiMH, NiCd, primary lithium, and the latest lithium-ion or lithium-polymer batteries. He has extensive experience with medical devices, UL/CE, UN DOT, and military power electronics applications. ### Recent Posts --- ## [The Connection Between Battery Lifespan and Custom Design](https://blog.epectec.com/the-connection-between-battery-lifespan-and-custom-design) [![Custom battery packs utilizing a battery management system (BMS)](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/custom-battery-packs-utilizing-a-bms.jpg "Custom battery packs utilizing a battery management system (BMS)")](https://blog.epectec.com/the-connection-between-battery-lifespan-and-custom-design) Written by [Anton Beck](https://blog.epectec.com/author/anton-beck) Posted on June 25, 2024 at 9:16 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Battery lifespan is influenced by more than cell chemistry. In a [custom battery pack,](https://www.epectec.com/batteries/) the electronics, mechanical construction, cell configuration, charge rate, discharge rate, and operating environment can all affect how the pack performs over time. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/the-connection-between-battery-lifespan-and-custom-design) --- ## [Thermal Management in Custom Battery Systems: An Overview](https://blog.epectec.com/thermal-management-in-custom-battery-systems-an-overview) [![Custom battery pack designed with space in the enclosure to help dissipate heat](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/battery-pack-enclosure-designed-to-dissipate-heat.jpg "Custom battery pack designed with space in the enclosure to help dissipate heat")](https://blog.epectec.com/thermal-management-in-custom-battery-systems-an-overview) Written by [Anton Beck](https://blog.epectec.com/author/anton-beck) Posted on June 6, 2024 at 9:13 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [Custom battery packs](https://www.epectec.com/batteries/) charge and discharge at different rates. During these processes, they can generate heat. While a small amount of heat is expected, elevated levels can lead to battery problems. Battery pack operation can also be influenced by environmental temperatures. In addition to being negatively impacted by high temperatures, low temperatures also cause lower battery performance. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/thermal-management-in-custom-battery-systems-an-overview) --- ## [Ensuring Compliance and Certifications for Custom Battery Packs](https://blog.epectec.com/ensuring-compliance-and-certifications-for-custom-battery-packs) [![Lithium battery packs packaged and labeled in compliance with IATA regulations](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/lithium-batteries-shipping-labels.jpg "Lithium battery packs packaged and labeled in compliance with IATA regulations")](https://blog.epectec.com/ensuring-compliance-and-certifications-for-custom-battery-packs) Written by [Anton Beck](https://blog.epectec.com/author/anton-beck) Posted on May 29, 2024 at 9:16 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [Custom lithium batteries](https://www.epectec.com/batteries/custom-lithium-battery-packs.html) bring with them a wide range of different benefits that cannot be ignored. In addition to being known for their light weight, they also offer the highest energy density among available options. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/ensuring-compliance-and-certifications-for-custom-battery-packs) --- ## [Optimizing Battery Pack Designs: A Guide to C Rating and Sizing](https://blog.epectec.com/optimizing-battery-pack-designs-a-guide-to-c-rating-and-sizing) [![Always refer to the cell manufacturer’s specifications for optimizing charge rates](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/lithium-battery-cells-in-box.jpg "Always refer to the cell manufacturer’s specifications for optimizing charge rates")](https://blog.epectec.com/optimizing-battery-pack-designs-a-guide-to-c-rating-and-sizing) Written by [Anton Beck](https://blog.epectec.com/author/anton-beck) Posted on May 20, 2024 at 8:56 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) In the realm of [custom battery design](https://www.epectec.com/batteries/design-services.html), two critical parameters stand out: sizing and the C rating. These aspects are fundamental to the performance, longevity, and safety of [battery packs](https://www.epectec.com/batteries/), especially in applications demanding specific power requirements and space constraints. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/optimizing-battery-pack-designs-a-guide-to-c-rating-and-sizing) --- ## [Custom Battery Packs: Testing and Quality Assurance Measures](https://blog.epectec.com/custom-battery-packs-testing-and-quality-assurance-measures) [![Battery pack being tested during the manufacturing process](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/battery-pack-testing-during-manufacturing.jpg "Battery pack being tested during the manufacturing process")](https://blog.epectec.com/custom-battery-packs-testing-and-quality-assurance-measures) Written by [Anton Beck](https://blog.epectec.com/author/anton-beck) Posted on May 7, 2024 at 8:43 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Quality and performance are key considerations during [custom battery pack manufacturing](https://www.epectec.com/batteries/gallery/). If these factors are overlooked, potential battery issues and low-performing packs may enter the market. They could cause malfunctions and damage to devices, or not offer enough power for devices to perform. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/custom-battery-packs-testing-and-quality-assurance-measures) --- ## [Key Considerations When Specifying a Custom Battery Pack](https://blog.epectec.com/key-considerations-when-specifying-a-custom-battery-pack) [![Battery pack being manufactured with BMS and custom enclosure](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/battery-pack-with-bms-and-custom-enclosure.jpg "Battery pack being manufactured with BMS and custom enclosure")](https://blog.epectec.com/key-considerations-when-specifying-a-custom-battery-pack) Written by [Anton Beck](https://blog.epectec.com/author/anton-beck) Posted on May 1, 2024 at 9:19 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Applications often require [custom battery packs](https://www.epectec.com/batteries/) when off-the-shelf solutions cannot satisfy performance, packaging, safety, or industry-specific requirements. In these situations, battery chemistry, power demands, charging requirements, safety features, enclosure design, material selection, and certification planning all influence the final battery pack design. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/key-considerations-when-specifying-a-custom-battery-pack) --- ## [Best Methods to Maximizing Your Rechargeable Batteries Lifespan](https://blog.epectec.com/best-methods-to-maximizing-your-rechargeable-batteries-lifespan) [![Rechargeable batteries lifespan](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/rechargeable-batteries-lifespan.jpg "Rechargeable batteries lifespan")](https://blog.epectec.com/best-methods-to-maximizing-your-rechargeable-batteries-lifespan) Written by [Anton Beck](https://blog.epectec.com/author/anton-beck) Posted on April 25, 2024 at 9:33 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Whether using [lithium-ion](https://www.epectec.com/batteries/lithium-battery-technologies.html), [nickel-based](https://www.epectec.com/batteries/nickel-battery-technologies.html), or lead acid rechargeable batteries, you want them to last for as long as possible with your devices. Constantly buying new rechargeable batteries is not cost-effective to your budget and may lead to using your devices less. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/best-methods-to-maximizing-your-rechargeable-batteries-lifespan) --- ## [Rechargeable Batteries: Are Different Types Interchangeable?](https://blog.epectec.com/rechargeable-batteries-are-different-types-interchangeable) [![Battery pack manufactured with lithium-ion rechargeable batteries](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/lithium-ion-rechargeable-battery-pack.jpg "Battery pack manufactured with lithium-ion rechargeable batteries")](https://blog.epectec.com/rechargeable-batteries-are-different-types-interchangeable) Written by [Anton Beck](https://blog.epectec.com/author/anton-beck) Posted on April 11, 2024 at 9:09 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) When powering electronics, toys, and other devices, they may rely on rechargeable batteries to operate. Rechargeable batteries can be used repeatedly to power devices due to their ability to connect to a portable charger or be charged within the connected device. Depending on the [battery chemistry](https://www.epectec.com/batteries/chemistry/), a rechargeable battery may be recharged for 500 cycles to 1,000 cycles before reaching its end of life. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/rechargeable-batteries-are-different-types-interchangeable) --- ## [Lithium Battery Pack Shipping Restrictions: What You Need to Know](https://blog.epectec.com/lithium-battery-pack-shipping-restrictions-what-you-need-to-know) [![Lithium prototype battery pack shipping container class 9 hazardous](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/protoype-lithium-battery-shipping-container.jpg "Lithium prototype battery pack shipping container class 9 hazardous")](https://blog.epectec.com/lithium-battery-pack-shipping-restrictions-what-you-need-to-know) Written by [Anton Beck](https://blog.epectec.com/author/anton-beck) Posted on April 3, 2024 at 9:14 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [Lithium batteries](https://www.epectec.com/batteries/lithium-battery-technologies.html) are used in the majority of the high-powered devices used today. From vehicles to cell phones, these batteries come in a range of sizes, watt-hours, chemistry, and volume. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/lithium-battery-pack-shipping-restrictions-what-you-need-to-know) --- ## [The Role of the Battery Management System](https://blog.epectec.com/the-role-of-the-battery-management-system) [![Custom battery pack being assembled with a BMS](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/battery-pack-assembled-with-bms.jpg "Custom battery pack being assembled with a BMS")](https://blog.epectec.com/the-role-of-the-battery-management-system) Written by [Anton Beck](https://blog.epectec.com/author/anton-beck) Posted on October 11, 2023 at 8:47 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [Battery packs](https://www.epectec.com/batteries/) contain a multitude of cells that provide the power to the electrical load of a device. Battery chemistries such as lithium-ion can become unstable due to a number of factors. This instability can cause thermal runaway which could lead to an explosion or fire. 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