Durathon energy storage technology
Durathon is new, breakthrough stored energy technology from GE Transportation. It’s fundamentally different, and fundamentally better. With 10 times the charge life, temperature-agnostic performance and more power in a smaller footprint, Durathon energy storage sweeps away the limits of current technologies—and creates a new world of possibilities.
Sodium battery technology has been in existence for more than 30 years, but GE’s acquisition of Beta R&D in 2007 jump-started applications for mobile and stationary energy storage. Durathon technology uses a sodium metal halide chemistry.
Suitable for Extreme Temperatures
Capable of functioning in the extreme temperatures, Durathon batteries do not require a controlled environment for peak performance.
Small Footprint
Durathon batteries take up significantly less space than traditional batteries do, enabling more energy to be stored in a smaller space.
Long Life
Durathon batteries provide an extended life cycle—up to two decades—and its design makes it more reliable than traditional batteries.
High Energy Density
Each Durathon battery can store more energy in a smaller space compared with the current energy strorage solution.
Designed for High Reliability
Durathon batteries store and release energy more efficiently, and its long discharge times increase reliability.
Minimal Maintenance
Durathon batteries need little maintenance, produce no toxic chemicals, are recyclable, and have remote-monitoring capabilities.