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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 --- ## [Top 3 Reasons Why Battery Pack Development Gets Delayed](https://blog.epectec.com/top-3-reasons-why-battery-pack-development-gets-delayed) [![Custom Battery Pack Concept](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/Blog/custom%20battery%20pack%20diagram.png "Custom Battery Pack Concept")](https://blog.epectec.com/top-3-reasons-why-battery-pack-development-gets-delayed) Written by [Anton Beck](https://blog.epectec.com/author/anton-beck) Posted on September 20, 2018 at 2:37 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) When [developing a custom battery pack](https://www.epectec.com/batteries/gallery/), the last thing anyone wants is to hear their development hit a snag. Batteries already have a lengthy [timeline going from concept to production](https://blog.epectec.com/battery-pack-development-timeline), so staying on schedule is incredibly important. Of course, sometimes delays can just happen for reasons you have no control over, making it even more necessary to nail down the areas you can influence. Factors such as knowledge of certification requirements, [manufacturing support](https://blog.epectec.com/finding-new-battery-suppliers-without-losing-your-battery-design) capabilities, and prototyping processes can help keep your development on the right track. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/top-3-reasons-why-battery-pack-development-gets-delayed) --- ## [What Makes a Smart Battery Pack...Smart?](https://blog.epectec.com/what-makes-a-smart-battery-pack-smart) [![Battery charge reading on fuel gauge](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/Blog/battery-charge-reading-on-fuel-gauge.jpg "Battery charge reading on fuel gauge")](https://blog.epectec.com/what-makes-a-smart-battery-pack-smart) Written by [Anton Beck](https://blog.epectec.com/author/anton-beck) Posted on September 11, 2018 at 10:21 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) A [smart battery pack](https://www.epectec.com/batteries/smart/) is defined by software-driven communication between the battery, the device, and the user, along with integrated state-of-charge visibility. Core functions like protection, fuel gauging, charging/discharging control, and cell balancing, are managed through a [battery management system](https://www.epectec.com/batteries/battery-management-systems.html) (BMS). Together, these capabilities improve safety, optimize runtime, and extend battery lifespan. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/what-makes-a-smart-battery-pack-smart) --- ## [Why Should You Use Alkaline Batteries in Your Application?](https://blog.epectec.com/why-should-you-use-alkaline-batteries-in-your-application) [![Using Alkaline Batteries in Your Application](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/Blog/using-alkaline-batteries-in-your-application.jpg "Using Alkaline Batteries in Your Application")](https://blog.epectec.com/why-should-you-use-alkaline-batteries-in-your-application) Written by [Anton Beck](https://blog.epectec.com/author/anton-beck) Posted on September 5, 2018 at 10:08 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Although the progress of technology moves fast and batteries are more popular for supporting mobile devices, it should be noted that the actual battery chemistries haven’t changed much over the last several years. The shift in hand-held devices are for rechargeable solutions with more energy and lighter weight which targets lithium chemistry. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/why-should-you-use-alkaline-batteries-in-your-application) --- ## [Custom Battery Pack Potting Process](https://blog.epectec.com/custom-battery-pack-potting-process) [![Battery Potting Process](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/Blog/battery-potting-process.jpg "Battery Potting Process")](https://blog.epectec.com/custom-battery-pack-potting-process) Written by [Anton Beck](https://blog.epectec.com/author/anton-beck) Posted on December 14, 2017 at 3:27 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) This blog post provides a quick overview of what is involved in the [battery pack potting process](https://www.epectec.com/batteries/potting-and-encapsulation.html). Battery potting can greatly aid in stability and help to optimize the performance of your finished [custom battery pack](https://www.epectec.com/batteries/custom/). Potting materials are used to provide mechanical reinforcement to housed-assemblies and to protect components against exposure to harmful chemicals, moisture, mechanical shock and vibrations, and other hazards. Some additional [benefits of using battery potting](https://blog.epectec.com/common-applications-and-benefits-for-battery-pack-potting) include low cost shells, hermetic like seal, and good electrical insulation. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/custom-battery-pack-potting-process) --- ## [Proper Charging For Shipping Lithium Batteries](https://blog.epectec.com/proper-charging-for-shipping-lithium-batteries) [![Shipping Lithium Batteries](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/Blog/shipping-lithium-batteries.jpg "Shipping Lithium Batteries")](https://blog.epectec.com/proper-charging-for-shipping-lithium-batteries) Written by [Anton Beck](https://blog.epectec.com/author/anton-beck) Posted on December 1, 2017 at 3:15 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Lithium-ion battery shipping regulations require standalone [cells](https://www.epectec.com/batteries/battery-pack-cell-availability.html) and [battery packs](https://www.epectec.com/batteries/) to be shipped at a specific state of charge (SOC). While the 30% SOC requirement applies to batteries shipped separately, it does not apply to batteries installed in equipment. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/proper-charging-for-shipping-lithium-batteries) --- ## [Why Proper Cell Balancing is Necessary In Battery Packs](https://blog.epectec.com/why-proper-cell-balancing-is-necessary-in-battery-packs) [![Battery Pack Using Cell Balancing](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/Blog/battery-pack-using-cell-balancing.jpg "Battery Pack Using Cell Balancing")](https://blog.epectec.com/why-proper-cell-balancing-is-necessary-in-battery-packs) Written by [Anton Beck](https://blog.epectec.com/author/anton-beck) Posted on November 3, 2017 at 8:52 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) When a [lithium battery pack](https://www.epectec.com/batteries/custom-lithium-battery-packs.html) is designed using multiple cells in series, it is very important to design the electronic features to continually balance the cell voltages. This is not only for the performance of the battery pack, but also for optimal life cycles. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/why-proper-cell-balancing-is-necessary-in-battery-packs) --- ## [Limits And Features of Custom Battery Packs](https://blog.epectec.com/limits-and-features-of-custom-battery-packs) [![High End Custom Battery Pack with Circuit Protection](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/Blog/high-end-custom-battery-pack.jpg "High End Custom Battery Pack with Circuit Protection")](https://blog.epectec.com/limits-and-features-of-custom-battery-packs) Written by [Anton Beck](https://blog.epectec.com/author/anton-beck) Posted on November 1, 2017 at 11:34 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) When [designing and manufacturing battery packs](https://www.epectec.com/batteries/), it is important to recognize that there will be limitations when dealing with specific cost and performance parameters. You may encounter circumstances where you will have to increase the cost of your battery pack or decrease aspects of overall performance. We'll help detail some of those limitations and how to find solutions that help move your project forward. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/limits-and-features-of-custom-battery-packs) --- ## [Regulation Changes Q&A for Lithium Ion Battery Manufacturers](https://blog.epectec.com/regulation-changes-q-and-a-for-lithium-ion-battery-manufacturers) [![Simple Battery](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/Blog/lifepo4-battery-pack-with-custom-connectors.jpg "Simple Battery")](https://blog.epectec.com/regulation-changes-q-and-a-for-lithium-ion-battery-manufacturers) Written by [Anton Beck](https://blog.epectec.com/author/anton-beck) Posted on July 11, 2016 at 11:36 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) We're very proud to report that our product webinar, [Lithium Battery Regulations and How They Affect OEMs](http://www.epectec.com/webinar/06-24-2016/lithium-battery-regulation-and-how-they-affect-oems.html), had the most viewer responses ever for a webinar hosted here at Epec! Over 300 registered for the event, confirming that these latest changes to shipping lithium battery are of real concern amongst some of the industry’s leading Original Equipment [Manufacturers](https://www.epectec.com/batteries/gallery/) (OEMs). [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/regulation-changes-q-and-a-for-lithium-ion-battery-manufacturers) --- ## [Battery Management & Logistics Monitoring](https://blog.epectec.com/battery-management-and-logistic-monitoring) [![Battery Pack Manufacturing in Asia](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/Blog/battery-pack-asian-manufacturing.jpg "Battery Pack Manufacturing in Asia")](https://blog.epectec.com/battery-management-and-logistic-monitoring) Written by [Anton Beck](https://blog.epectec.com/author/anton-beck) Posted on February 12, 2016 at 3:25 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Companies beginning to work with brokers or directly with Asian manufacturers for battery requirements to obtain the best economic cost should be aware of several areas of the process prior to proceeding. Asking some basic questions to understand [how your batteries will be tested and managed](http://www.epectec.com/batteries/development-timeline.html) will help provide the foundation to move forward. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/battery-management-and-logistic-monitoring) --- ## [Custom Battery Pack Lead Times](https://blog.epectec.com/custom-battery-pack-lead-times) [![Batteries Charging Prior to Shipment](https://www.epectec.com/images/battery-packs-charging.jpg "Batteries Charging Prior to Shipment")](https://blog.epectec.com/custom-battery-pack-lead-times) Written by [Anton Beck](https://blog.epectec.com/author/anton-beck) Posted on August 12, 2015 at 11:52 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) At Epec, we are in a unique position of having the [capabilities to produce domestically](https://www.epectec.com/batteries/gallery/) at our Colorado tech center, our Massachusetts assembly facility, or your partner factories in Asia. This allows us both flexibility and control on prototype development, regulatory builds, pilot ruins, and production quantities. 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