American Power Systems News, Updates & Expert Resources

Our power systems enable operators in diverse industries to get the job done – no matter where work takes them. https://youtu.be/WEL4exWjAcg Here’s a handful of examples of businesses and vehicles we currently serve: Ambulances Delivery vans Emergency vehicles Location & mapping data collection vehicles Mobile pet groomers Mobile offices & workshops Mobile stores News...

Today we’re releasing our 2020 tradeshow video here on our blog. It’s a quick, visual representation of who we are and what we do: For over 15 years, our research, development and engineering team has provided on-vehicle power solutions for military and industry partners when previous solutions failed or didn’t exist. Here you’ll see some of the vehicle we work with most often – light tactical...

American Power Systems, Inc. is featured in the spring 2020 issue of CIRAS News, a publication of Iowa State University's Center for Industrial Research and Service. The story focuses on APS's recent Exporter of the Year Award, presented by the Small Business Administration. CIRAS account manager Glenn Volkman commended the company’s success in opening new markets and noted that a well-executed...

Grace Bjustrom of Eldridge has been named as the 2020 recipient of the  Thomas K. Evans Memorial Scholarship. Bjustrom, a soon-to-be graduate of North Scott High School (Eldridge) will receive $5,000 toward tuition at Iowa State University (Ames), where she plans to study agricultural engineering and marketing in the fall. She is the daughter of Larry and Carolyn Bjustrom of Eldridge. “After...

In recent weeks, American Power Systems, Inc. has been featured by industry-specific and local news sources. Here's a quick list: >> Association of the United States Army -- Rock Island Arsenal Chapter 5102 Chapter president Dr. Julie Johnson interviews APS president Amy Lank. Watch as they discuss local, state and federal resources for small businesses, how to find renewal during tough times,...

We have some exciting news to share! We have been named the Small Business Exporter of the Year by the Region 7 Office of the U.S. Small Business Administration. As Exporter of the Year for the state of Iowa and the region, APS will represent Iowa, Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska during National Small Business Week, a celebration of small businesses across the US, set for May 4-8, 2020. APS...

For today’s lithium-ion energy storage systems, APS alternators and smart alternator regulators can provide the charging capability end-users need to get work done – all without noisy generators or engine idling. Such is the case with a recently released line of trucks from Matco Tools, an Ohio-based manufacturer and distributor of automotive tools, equipment and toolboxes. The new trucks...

The new year is off to a productive start here at APS, with multiple vehicle development and fitment projects underway. A Ram Promaster is shown at APS headquarters in Davenport, Iowa. With high output alternators, dual alternator bracket kits, high idle controls, DC-DC converters and even custom bracketry, APS provides ample power for numerous vehicle applications utilized in diverse...

American Power Systems, Inc. is now a member of NTEA — The Association for the Work Truck Industry. As an NTEA member, APS joins the organization of over 2,100 companies that manufacture and provide commercial work trucks and equipment. Buyers of vocational trucks and truck manufacturers also belong to the group. APS has long been involved in NTEA events, including The Work Truck Show and Truck...

Over the last 15 years, the APS team has assisted numerous vehicle-upfitters, armorers and other professionals with installation of our high output alternators, dual alternator kits and other power system components and accessories. While each vehicle application is different, we’ve compiled a handful of generally helpful ideas in a new tip sheet to make the process a little easier regardless of...