Research and Markets: 2012 Battery Manufacturing in the US Report: Automakers and Other Producers Will Spur Growth

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/2dglxg/battery) has announced the addition of the "Battery Manufacturing in the US" report to their offering.

Power up: Automakers and other producers will demand more batteries, spurring growth

Battery Manufacturing in the US

Batteries are everyday necessities, powering everything from escalators to cars to remote controls. The vast extent of their applications and stronger demand from downstream industries will support industry growth over the next five years. Though the price volatility of key inputs such as zinc and lead will keep battery makers on edge, the growing popularity of hybrid and electric vehicles will give them new avenues for growth.

This industry manufactures two types of batteries: storage and primary batteries. Storage batteries are also known as secondary or rechargeable batteries. Primary batteries are non-rechargeable batteries that only have one life. Industry products have a variety of uses in cell phones, medical equipment, households and the automotive and transport sector.

This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.

Key Topics Covered:

1. ABOUT THIS INDUSTRY
2. INDUSTRY AT A GLANCE
3. INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
4. PRODUCTS & MARKETS
5. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6. OPERATING CONDITIONS
7. KEY STATISTICS
8. JARGON & GLOSSARY

MAJOR COMPANIES.

• The Procter & Gamble Company
• Energizer Holdings Inc.
• EnerSys Inc.
• Johnson Controls Inc.
• Exide Technologies
• East Penn Manufacturing Co. Inc.

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