What Exponential Power does

Exponential Power is a privately held US provider of stored power solutions headquartered in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, operating since 1915 (previously under the Nolan Power Group brand). The company sells stationary/reserve power systems, motive power batteries and chargers, battery test and monitoring equipment, and a suite of lifecycle services (preventative maintenance, 24/7 emergency repair, turnkey installation, IEEE/NERC compliance testing, battery recycling, equipment rental, and training) through 18 owned-and-operated locations across the United States. It serves five end markets — Industrial, Motive Power/Forklifts, Telecommunications, Data Centers, and Utilities — with named enterprise and government customers including Google, Duke Energy, Tennessee Valley Authority, Southern Company, Verizon, GE, UPS, Travelers, and the US Department of Energy. Core technology spans lead-acid (VRLA AGM, flooded VLA), nickel-cadmium, lithium-ion, and sodium metal chloride chemistries paired with chargers, inverters, racks, enclosures, and monitoring systems distributed from manufacturer partners such as EnerSys, Chloride/Vertiv, HindlePower, LaMarche, ABB, Ametek, and Saft.

The business model combines hardware resale with recurring service revenue: products are sold on a quote basis to enterprise buyers via direct field sales, an in-house sales team, website quote requests, and 24/7 emergency channels, while service contracts run on multi-year cadences with semi-annual, quarterly, or monthly maintenance events and tiered response times (2/4/8 hours). Manufacturer-certified technicians (not subcontractors) deliver installation, maintenance, and emergency work, supported by an in-house training function offering IEEE-approved PDH/CEU courses. Revenue diversification across five vertical segments reduces single-industry exposure, though the customer base is concentrated in large enterprise and government accounts.

Growth has been driven primarily by acquisition: between October 2021 and March 2025 the company completed five deals (Static Power, Dry Creek Enterprises, MaeTec Power, Power Product Services, and DC Kilowatts), expanding its location count to 18 and extending telecom, motive power, and data center capabilities. In 2025 the company stood up a dedicated Data Center division staffed by two senior executives and is positioning around AI/high-density rack backup power, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and edge data center applications — areas tied to the broader build-out of AI infrastructure and grid modernization.

Name

Exponential Power

Legal name

Exponential Power, Inc.

Website

https://exponentialpower.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1915

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Battery and Stored Power Solutions

NAICS

Battery Manufacturing (33591)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

UPS Systems & Backup Power (Online/line-interactive UPS, industrial backup) (IMAGADAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

UPS Batteries & Energy Storage Modules (HDACAJAE), Backup Power & Critical Power Systems (Generators/UPS) (IMAIABAJ), Industrial Material Handling & Warehouse Charging (forklift/AGV chargers, battery swapping) (IMAGAHAG), Power Quality, Metering & Monitoring (HDACAJAG), Energy Storage Software & Controls (EMS, monitoring, optimization, cybersecurity) (IMAGAHAJ)

Keywords

• Stationary reserve power
• Industrial battery solutions
• DC power systems
• Forklift battery services
• Battery test equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Menomonee Falls

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices18 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Sale of batteries (stationary, motive power, industrial), battery chargers, UPS systems, inverters, battery racks, enclosures, and battery test equipment from manufacturers like EnerSys, Chloride, HindlePower, and others.
2. Service & Maintenance Contracts: Preventative maintenance programs (semi-annual, quarterly, monthly), emergency repair services (24/7), battery and charger repair, stationary/reserve battery UPS repair. Offered with various response times (2, 4, 6 hour) and coverage options.
3. Battery Recycling & Disposal: EPA-compliant battery recycling services including uninstall, transport, and certification of recycling for lead-acid, VRLA, Ni-Cad, and other battery types.
4. Engineering & Installation Services: Turnkey installation services, DC power plant services, EF&I (Engineering, Furnishing, Installation), design-build construction project management, and relocation services.
5. Equipment Rental: Rental of portable DC power systems (in fiberglass enclosures, trailers, containers), forklift batteries and chargers for short and long-term needs.
6. Training Services: Battery maintenance and testing seminars, customized training programs, IEEE-approved PDH/CEU courses taught by expert instructors like Mike O'Brien.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Exponential Power sells and services stored power solutions for mission-critical applications, distributing industrial batteries, DC power plants, UPS systems, battery chargers, inverters, racks/enclosures, battery test equipment, and motive power/forklift battery systems sourced from leading manufacturers. The company combines product resale with a comprehensive service portfolio including preventative maintenance, 24/7 emergency repair, turnkey installation, EPA-compliant battery recycling, IEEE/NERC compliance testing, equipment rental, and training, organized around five industry verticals: Industrial, Motive Power, Telecommunications, Data Centers, and Utilities.

Product overview

Exponential Power is a leading provider of stored power solutions with a comprehensive portfolio organized into three main product categories and five industry divisions. The core product offerings include Stored Battery Systems (SBS) brand stationary/reserve power products, motive power/forklift battery solutions, and battery test equipment. Their stationary power products encompass UPS systems, industrial batteries (VRLA AGM, VLA, Nickel-Cadmium, Sodium Metal Chloride), battery chargers (Magnetic Amplifier, Ferroresonant, SCR, High Frequency technologies), inverters, battery system racks, cabinets, enclosures, and spill containment systems. Motive power offerings include forklift batteries (DIN, Flat Plate, Tubular, Lithium-Ion configurations), battery chargers, handling equipment, accessories, and powered mobile carts. Battery test equipment includes load banks, hydrometers, monitoring systems, gas detection, and internal resistance testers. Services include preventative maintenance, emergency repair 24/7, turnkey installation, battery recycling, IEEE & NERC compliance testing, equipment rental, and training. The company serves five key industries: Industrial, Motive Power, Telecommunications, Data Centers, and Utilities, with products from manufacturer partners including EnerSys, Chloride, Saft, Deka, Lamarche, HindlePower, Ametek, and others.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Stored Battery Systems (SBS) Stationary/Reserve Power Primary brand for stationary/reserve power battery solutions including backup battery systems for critical infrastructure applications such as data centers, telecommunications, and utilities.
• Industrial Power Solutions Stored power solutions for manufacturing, offshore operations, and distribution centers, featuring brands such as EnerSys, Chloride, Saft, Deka, Lamarche, and HindlePower.
• Motive Power/Forklift Solutions Battery and charger solutions for electric forklifts, heavy-duty machinery, and industrial transport, including high-energy battery modules, Battery Management Systems, and precision Battery Test Equipment.
• Telecommunications Power Solutions DC power systems and battery backup for telecom networks including central offices, urban network hubs, remote sites, and rural cell towers. Partners include EnerSys, Deka, Lamarche, Vertiv, Alpha, Eltek, Servato, East-Penn, and Narada.
• Data Center Power Solutions Mission-critical backup power for data centers including UPS systems, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), VRLA battery systems, battery monitoring, and lifecycle management services.
• Utilities Power Solutions Battery solutions for utility infrastructure including substations, microgrids, and distributed energy resources, supporting grid stability and power continuity.
• UPS Systems Uninterruptible Power Supply systems for data centers, providing backup power during outages or power disturbances.
• Industrial Batteries (Flooded/Wet Cell, VRLA AGM/GEL, Ni-Cd) Stationary batteries including Flooded/Wet Cell, Valve Regulated VRLA (AGM & GEL), and Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries for industrial and utility applications.
• Sodium Metal Chloride (SMC) Battery Systems Alternative chemistry battery systems for stationary applications requiring extended life and high-temperature tolerance.
• Battery Chargers (Magnetic Amplifier, Ferroresonant, SCR, High Frequency) Industrial battery chargers including Magnetic Amplifier Technology (A12B, A46F), Ferroresonant Technology (TPSD2), Microprocessor Controlled SCR Technology (A77), and High Frequency models.
• Inverters Power inverters including Ferroresonant Technology (A31) and Industrial Inverters (I31) for telecommunications and industrial applications.
• Battery System Racks (including seismic) Modular and standard battery racking systems for accommodating various battery cell types, including seismic battery racks for earthquake-prone areas.
• Battery Cabinets & Enclosures Secure, space-efficient storage solutions for industrial and utility battery applications with protective enclosures.
• Battery Spill Containment Systems Spill containment systems compliant with Uniform Fire Code Article 64 for lead-acid battery installations exceeding 100 gallons of electrolyte.
• Forklift Batteries (DIN, Flat Plate, Tubular, Lithium-Ion) Industrial forklift batteries including DIN Cell Design, Flat Plate Design, High-Capacity Tubular, Lithium-Ion, Low Maintenance Tubular, and Maintenance-Free configurations.
• Lithium-Ion Batteries & Packs Motive lithium batteries and packs for forklifts and pallet jacks, offering lighter weight, longer battery life, and faster recharging compared to traditional lead-acid.
• Forklift Battery Chargers Industrial battery chargers from Ametek (Ferroresonant, High Frequency, SCR models), Ecotec, and SBS brands for light to heavy-duty forklift operations.
• Battery Handling Equipment Equipment for handling and changing forklift batteries including BHS extractors (Single Level, Single Side, Double Stack, Triple Stack, Quad Stack), transfer carriages, and mobile extractors.
• Powered Mobile Carts Mobile powered workstations (PMC-J5, PMC-L1, PMC-L2, PMC-R3SK) with lithium batteries for warehouses, distribution centers, and industrial facilities.
• Load Banks Battery capacity testers and load banks for performing IEEE 450, IEEE 1106, and IEEE 1188 load tests on stationary batteries.
• Battery Monitoring Systems Monitoring systems including Arga Battery Monitor, EMSYS Battery Monitoring System, and HindlePower HindleHealth+ for tracking battery health and preventing thermal runaway.
• Hydrometers Digital and manual hydrometers for measuring electrolyte specific gravity including Z-1G manual and SBS-2003, SBS-3500, SBS-3510 digital models.
• Gas Detection Systems Hydrogen gas detectors (SBS-H2, SBS-H2-DoD) for safeguarding employees and facilities from dangerous gas buildup in battery environments.
• Internal Resistance Testers Battery impedance testers including SBS-6500 for assessing health and performance of stationary reserve power batteries.
• Preventative Maintenance Services Scheduled maintenance programs with performance guarantees, including semi-annual, quarterly, or monthly events and critical asset management reports.
• Forklift Battery & Charger Repair Field service, maintenance, repair, and cleaning for forklift batteries including battery wash services and hazardous waste disposal.
• Stationary/Reserve Battery, UPS & Charger Repair Installation, preventative maintenance, emergency repair, rentals, testing, and sizing for stationary and standby power equipment.
• Emergency Repair 24/7 24/7 emergency repair services with 2, 4, and 8 hour response times, portable DC power solutions, and consolidated service contracts.
• Turnkey Installation Services Engineering, installation, and removal of AC/DC power systems including Facility Concept Studies, Power Quality Audits, and Design-Build Services.
• Battery Recycling Services Decommissioning, recycling, and EPA-compliant disposal of spent batteries with certificate of recycling and complete indemnification.
• IEEE & NERC Compliance Services Battery testing and commissioning services in accordance with IEEE Std 450, IEEE Std 1106, IEEE Std 1188, and NERC Standard PRC-005.
• Rental Equipment Services Portable DC power rental systems in fiberglass enclosures, trailers, and shipping containers, plus forklift battery and charger rentals.
• Training Services Battery maintenance and testing seminars including Battery 101, maintenance courses, and customized training with IEEE PDH/CEU credits.

Quantifiable outcome

• Emergency service response within hours across multiple regions
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and strategic.

• EnerSyscoreTechnology or IntegrationEnerSys is a key manufacturer partner supplying industrial batteries and stored power solutions featured across Exponential Power's product portfolio for stationary reserve power, telecommunications, and data center applications.
• LaMarchecoreTechnology or IntegrationLaMarche manufactures power solutions including battery chargers and inverters, distributed through Exponential Power's network.
• HindlePowercoreTechnology or IntegrationHindlePower is a manufacturer of battery cabinets, chargers, and battery monitoring systems, with exclusive and preferred distribution through Exponential Power.
• ChloridecoreTechnology or IntegrationChloride (now Vertiv) is a manufacturer partner supplying critical power and UPS systems for data center and industrial applications.
• ABBstrategicTechnology or IntegrationABB supplies power and automation technologies including DC power systems used in Exponential Power's telecommunications and industrial power solutions.
• AmetekcoreTechnology or IntegrationAmetek provides industrial battery chargers including Ferroresonant, High Frequency, and SCR technologies distributed through Exponential Power's motive power and industrial divisions.
• East Penn DekacoreTechnology or IntegrationEast Penn Deka (East Penn Manufacturing) supplies motive power and stationary batteries including Deka brand products for forklifts and industrial applications.
• VertivstrategicTechnology or IntegrationVertiv supplies critical power infrastructure including UPS systems, power distribution, and thermal management solutions for data center and telecommunications applications.
• Alpha (Alpha Technologies)strategicTechnology or IntegrationAlpha provides power conversion and UPS solutions used in DC power plant installations for telecommunications networks.
• EltekstrategicTechnology or IntegrationEltek (Delta subsidiary) supplies power systems and rectifiers for telecommunications infrastructure deployed by Exponential Power.
• SaftcoreTechnology or IntegrationSaft manufactures nickel-cadmium and advanced battery systems for industrial and utility applications, including compact Ni-Cd and SPH engine starting batteries.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• EnerSys: Global manufacturer of industrial batteries and power solutions, including stationary reserve power, motive power, and battery chargers. EnerSys is both a core product supplier to Exponential Power and a direct competitor in battery and charging solutions for telecom, data center, and utility customers.
• Vertiv: Major provider of critical digital infrastructure including UPS systems, power distribution, thermal management, and IT management for data centers and communication networks. Vertiv (including Chloride) supplies UPS equipment that Exponential Power distributes and services, and competes directly on data center power solutions.
• East Penn Manufacturing: Privately held manufacturer of Deka branded batteries covering stationary, motive power, and automotive applications. A key manufacturer partner to Exponential Power for Deka products and a competitor in industrial and forklift battery markets.
• ABB: Global industrial technology leader offering power and automation products including DC power systems for telecom and industrial customers. ABB supplies technologies that Exponential Power integrates and serves as a broader incumbent in electrical infrastructure.
• Ametek: Manufacturer of industrial battery chargers (Ferroresonant, High Frequency, SCR) for motive power and stationary applications. A key partner to Exponential Power's motive power division and a competitor in industrial charging equipment markets.
• Saft (TotalEnergies): Manufacturer of nickel-cadmium and advanced lithium-ion batteries for industrial, transportation, and space applications. Saft supplies Ni-Cd battery systems that Exponential Power distributes and competes in industrial and utility-grade battery markets.

Direct peers

• C&D Technologies: Manufacturer and service provider of stationary batteries, DC power systems, and UPS solutions for telecom, data center, and utility applications. Comparable product portfolio to Exponential Power's stationary reserve power business with overlapping customers in mission-critical backup power.
• Alpha Technologies: Provider of power conversion, UPS, and DC power plant solutions primarily for telecommunications, cable, and broadband networks. Comparable to Exponential Power's telecommunications division and a partner-supplier for telecom power infrastructure deployments.
• Crown Battery: Manufacturer of industrial and commercial batteries for motive power, stationary reserve, and renewable energy applications. Comparable mid-sized battery specialist with overlapping product lines and distribution relationships relevant to Exponential Power's portfolio.

Others

• Storage Battery Systems (legacy brand): Legacy brand that merged into Exponential Power. SBS provides DC power systems, batteries, and chargers for telecom and industrial customers — relevant for understanding Exponential Power's heritage product positioning.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ExponentialPwr
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCurWIBjq13jl9C5R4ovkO8A
• Facebookfacebook.com/ExponentialPower
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/exponential-power/about

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A5 records

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Exponential Power