WindStax® Integrates Aqueous Hybrid Ion Battery Storage into Advanced Wind Power Systems

Staying true to their vision of blazing new trails in alternative energy production, WindStax, a manufacturer of large vertical axis wind turbines for consumer and commercial use, has made a leap closer to energy independence in their microgrid systems. The company has integrated revolutionary Aqueous Hybrid Ion (AHI^TM) batteries to store wind energy for use on demand. These safe, reliable, and modular batteries are made by Aquion Energy, another Pittsburgh-based innovator in alternative energy. The firms are located blocks from each other in the Strip District and Lawrenceville.

“WindStax has installed a dozen microgrid systems using traditional battery technologies”, says WindStax founder and president Ronald Gdovic. “They work well but we are applying leading edge wind power generation and energy distribution in our systems while relying on century-old lead acid battery storage technology. Aquion Energy’s AHI battery is based on a safe saltwater electrolyte and nontoxic materials yet provides much greater stability and superior cycle life compared to other battery options.” The first system of this type worldwide will be installed nearby in Braddock PA this March and the company has begun to offer the AHI option to select distributors nationally.

ABOUT WINDSTAX

WindStax^® Wind Power Systems is a full-service wind power company. We design and manufacture our own unique brand of plug-and-play wind power systems for residential and commercial off-grid, microgrid, and supplemental stationary power requirements. WindStax Wind Power Systems incorporates many industry firsts – including high-performance energy management in a self-contained and reliable green energy system that is easy to install and inexpensive to own and operate. Visit windstax.com for information.

ABOUT AQUION ENERGY

Aquion Energy is the manufacturer of proprietary Aqueous Hybrid Ion (AHI) batteries and battery systems for long duration stationary energy storage applications. AHI batteries are optimized for daily deep cycling for off-grid and microgrids, energy management, and grid-scale applications. Aquion’s high-performance, safe, sustainable and cost-effective batteries deliver industry-leading value for customers. Aquion’s battery systems provide flexible, modular energy storage that enables broad adoption of renewable energy technologies such as wind and solar, reduced reliance on fossil fuels, and optimization of existing grid-tied generation assets. For more information, visit www.aquionenergy.com.

About WindStax Wind Power Systems

WindStax® Wind Power Systems is a full-service wind energy company. We design and manufacture our own unique brand of large vertical axis turbines and microgrid power systems for primary and supplemental power requirements. WindStax® incorporates many industry firsts – including ZeroFirst, a high-performance and reliable green energy system that is easy to own and operate.