Vanguard Welcomes Depatie to Its Partner Program
Briggs & Stratton recently announced Depatie Fluid Power, a Michigan-based provider of motion and control solutions, as its newest Vanguard Battery Technology partner.
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Depatie Fluid Power specializes in providing engineered systems and custom products for both mobile and industrial applications. This partnership will expand electrification options for OEMs, particularly in the mobile equipment sector.
The Vanguard Battery Technology Partner program is designed to integrate Vanguard's advanced battery technology with the specialized expertise of industry-leading partners. Depatie Fluid Power will utilize Vanguard lithium-ion battery packs to deliver comprehensive, integrated electrification solutions to its customers.
"Partnering with Vanguard is a natural evolution for us,” said Rob Knepple, director of engineering at Depatie Fluid Power. “As electrification gained momentum, our customers began asking if we could integrate battery technology with the motion and control solutions we already provide.”
He says what stands out about Vanguard is how well their comprehensive solutions align with Depatie’s systems-based approach.
“Vanguard’s offerings are not just batteries, they’re integrated, intelligent power systems that complement the way we help our customers solve complex application challenges with complete, reliable solutions,” Knepple said.
Depatie Fluid Power serves a wide range of industries, including medical, mining, agriculture, forestry, heavy trucking and material handling. By incorporating Vanguard’s battery technology, Depatie can deliver complete, integrated solutions from power source to point of work.
"Depatie Fluid Power brings decades of experience in creating sophisticated motion and control solutions for a vast array of applications. We are thrilled to have them join our Vanguard Battery Technology Partner program,” said David Frank, senior vice president and president of electrification at Briggs & Stratton. “Their expertise in engineered systems, combined with our scalable battery solutions, will be instrumental in providing OEMs with the powerful, efficient electrified equipment they need to transition smoothly into the future."
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