June 17, 2024

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Monrovia

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CA

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United States

AMADA WELD TECH Inc. announces the new WL-300A precision laser welding workstations, configured for continuous wave (CW) or quasi-continuous wave (QCW) fiber lasers. Typical applications include welding of metals, and select plastics, particularly for battery applications. The WL-300A incorporates a laser, motion, cameras, a process monitor, and other accessories. The system is a CDRH Class 1 workstation designed for low to medium-volume production with an operator load/unload of the parts. It is a smaller, standardized version of the company’s highly configurable Delta workstation and is based on the space saving compact platform design of the WL-P300A. The standalone enclosure includes …

June 17, 2024

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Oakland

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California

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United States

Aepnus Technology, the developer of an electrochemical platform to improve circularity and reduce emissions in battery supply chain chemicals, raised $8 million in seed financing to accelerate the production of their novel end-to-end sodium sulfate recycling technology. The round was led by Clean Energy Ventures with participation from Voyager Ventures, Lowercarbon Capital, Impact Science Ventures, Muus Climate Partners and Gravity Climate Fund. Aepnus will leverage the funding to deploy pilot systems with customers across the battery supply chain, including critical minerals refineries, battery manufacturing plants and battery recycling facilities. The lithium-ion battery supply chain produces millions of tonnes of sodium sulfate waste every year, which is disposed in …

June 11, 2024

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Middletown

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PA

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United States

High-power applications can run more reliably when backed by the new QUINT HP AC UPS from Phoenix Contact. The uninterruptible power supply (UPS) includes Phoenix Contact’s UPS IQ technology and battery management system, so technicians can always access important data for quick troubleshooting. Previously, applications between 1.5 and 2.5 kVA required connecting two UPS modules and four or more batteries in parallel. The modular QUINT HP AC UPS saves space and reduces costs for larger applications. The panel-mounted platform has a battery capacity range of 7-200 amp hours and can monitor up to five battery units. The new UPS has …

June 7, 2024

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Shenzhen

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Guangdong

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China

EnerPro LFP48280 Battery Energy Storage System Revolutionizes Energy Storage for Residential and Commercial Use Shenzhen, China - June 8, 2024 - Coremax Tech is proud to announce the launch of the EnerPro LFP48280 Battery Energy Storage System, a state-of-the-art solution designed to meet the growing demand for reliable, efficient, and scalable energy storage in residential and commercial applications. The EnerPro LFP48280 utilizes advanced Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) battery technology to deliver unparalleled performance and flexibility. With a significant capacity of 14.3kWh, this system is engineered to provide long-term energy security and sustainability. Key Features of the EnerPro LFP48280 Include: High …

June 3, 2024

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San Diego

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CA

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United States

South 8 Technologies (South 8), a lithium-ion battery innovator, today announced Porsche Ventures, the venture capital arm of the sports car manufacturer, Porsche AG, as its newest strategic investor, joining existing investors Anzu Partners, LG Technology Ventures, Lockheed Martin Ventures, Taiyo Nippon Sanso and Foothill Ventures. Global lithium-ion battery demand for EVs and stationary energy storage is projected to grow 6x in 12 years: from 950 GWh in 2023 to more than 5,800 GWh in 2035 according to Bloomberg New Energy Finance. Only 4% of the utilized lithium-ion production capacity is based in the United States. South 8 is leading the U.S. market with an electrolyte solution that directly …

June 3, 2024

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Jacksonville

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FL

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United States

The world's most powerful industrial Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) is fast becoming a reality, thanks to the alignment of Kodiak Technologies, Chang Robotics, and design and engineering technology from Roush. As anticipated, Kodiak and Chang have designed and unveiled the product and business plan for their American-made heavy duty Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) for commercial and industrial snow removal at the recent Snow Symposium summit in Buffalo, NY. Following the launch, more than 35 airports are now in talks to become the first to order and implement the ultra-powerful vehicles anticipated to premiere in early 2025. Many more airports—and multiple additional public and government locations and sectors—are planning to …

May 22, 2024

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Loveland

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CO

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United States

LOVELAND, Colorado (5/21/2024)—A Tiger Group online auction on May 30 gives fleet operators, repair shops, carmakers and other potential buyers the chance to bid on $10 million in parts, tools, equipment and EVs formerly owned by Lightning eMotors.   The Loveland-based company converted conventional, fossil fuel-burning vehicles into zero-emission EVs for fleet-operating customers that included municipalities, school systems and medical businesses. Its operations were not continued after it entered receivership and was purchased by a third party.   “Lightning eMotors developed an efficient process for adding new drivetrains, electric motors and battery packs to existing chassis,” explained Chad Farrell, Managing …

May 22, 2024

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Houston

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TX

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United States

Quidnet Energy, a pioneer in long-duration energy storage solutions, today announced a strategic partnership with a $10 million investment from Hunt Energy Network (HEN), a leader in energy storage and part of an affiliation of companies with experience in subsurface development. The two Texas-based companies will collaborate on a build-transfer program for 300 MW of storage projects utilizing Quidnet Energy's (Quidnet) innovative Geomechanical Energy Storage (GES) technology in the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) grid operating region. The two companies will work together to address ERCOT’s urgent need for energy storage as the grid operator onboards an increasing number of …

May 22, 2024

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Loveland

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CO

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United States

A Tiger Group online auction on May 30 gives fleet operators, repair shops, carmakers and other potential buyers the chance to bid on $10 million in parts, tools, equipment and EVs formerly owned by Lightning eMotors. The Loveland-based company converted conventional, fossil fuel-burning vehicles into zero-emission EVs for fleet-operating customers that included municipalities, school systems and medical businesses. Its operations were not continued after it entered receivership and was purchased by a third party. “Lightning eMotors developed an efficient process for adding new drivetrains, electric motors and battery packs to existing chassis,” explained Chad Farrell, Managing Director, Tiger Commercial & …

May 16, 2024

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Berlin

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Germany

Breakthrough chemistry ideally suited to electric aviation Also transformative to electrified mobility, such as automotive and marine Solves dendrite safety issue of lithium metal foil anode Over 2,000 cycles reached in symmetrical cells marking a significant safety milestone High energy density anode enables ultra-fast charging Significant milestone towards theion’s goal of achieving 1,000 Wh/kg in lithium-sulphur batteries Berlin based battery company theion announces a disruptive innovation in battery technology, with its breakthrough anode chemistry. One of the biggest challenges of batteries using lithium metal foils on the anode is the formation of dendrites during fast charging and discharging, ultimately creating …

May 16, 2024

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Washington, D.C.

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United States

Aiming to power critical facilities during grid blackouts and help prepare the nation for climate change, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has awarded the $400,000 Grand Prize in its Clean Power for Hours Challenge to Urban Electric Power for its rechargeable alkaline battery energy storage system. DHS launched the prize competition on Earth Day 2023. It’s the second in a series on national climate resilience, and part of an agency-wide effort to address the risks posed by extreme weather events linked to climate change. This Challenge sought innovative power solutions to keep critical facilities such as hospitals, water and …

May 16, 2024

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San Diego

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CA

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United States

South 8 Technologies (South 8), the developer of LiGas®, a liquefied gas electrolyte for advanced lithium-ion batteries, announced today that it is collaborating with NanoGraf to deliver higher energy, safer, and lighter batteries for soldiers in the battlefield. South 8’s $6.4 million subcontract with NanoGraf will support the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command C5ISR Center (DEVCOM). South 8 will develop and deliver a high-rate injection system for its LiGas electrolyte to bolster domestic production of cylindrical lithium-ion batteries under the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU)’s Family of Advanced Standard Batteries (FAStBat) initiative. U.S. soldiers are often weighed down by more than 20 pounds of lithium-ion batteries when in the …

May 15, 2024

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Chicago

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Illinois

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United States

TWAICE, the leading provider of battery analytics software,  Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) and Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) published today their joint study: the most recent, comprehensive publicly available analysis of the root causes of battery energy storage system (BESS) failure incidents. In aggregating why battery systems have failed in the past in an easily accessible format, the report will help guide efforts to mitigate storage incidents in the future and minimize BESS risk. The report draws primarily from EPRI’s BESS Failure Incident Database which the authors updated and analyzed to categorize failure incidents by cause and failed element. Of the 81 events in the …

May 14, 2024

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Cleveland

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Ohio

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United States

Sherwin-Williams and Hodess Cleanrooms to Co-Present at First-Ever Battery Giga Factories Forum in the U.S. Industry leaders team up to highlight the role coatings can play in streamlining and safeguarding mega-construction projects Sherwin-Williams Protective & Marine Coatings and Hodess Cleanrooms will deliver a shared perspective on how coatings selection influences the speed, safety and long-term success of mega-construction projects like electric vehicle (EV) battery production facilities. The joint session will take place at the Excellence in Construction, Design and Engineering of Battery Giga Factories Forum for North America in Atlanta, Georgia, on May 23. Led by Joseph Windover, Construction Solutions …

May 9, 2024

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Cupertino

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CA

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United States

Shaping the Future of Power: The MOU between Addionics and IL Science paves the way toward major advances in lithium metal battery technology, accelerates the launch of high-performing, next-generation rechargeable batteries, and creates new opportunities for global battery manufacturers Addionics, a leader in battery technology and 3D current collector manufacturer, and IL Science, a front-runner in mobility and battery solutions, today announced a partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This collaboration aims to advance lithium metal rechargeable batteries by integrating high-stability lithium metal with advanced next-generation copper current collectors. This strategic partnership is crucial for enhancing battery capabilities and …

May 3, 2024

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Dallas

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TX

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United States

Partnership to investigate how to recover, repair and repurpose used EV batteries from UK salvage operators for second life applications Essential environmental project will help create a sustainable circular energy economy Supports Nissan’s aim to achieve carbon neutrality across all operations and the lifecycle of its products by 2050 Used electric vehicle batteries will be given a second life in the UK, thanks to a new partnership between Nissan and Ecobat Solutions UK Ltd. The two companies are working together to investigate how EV batteries, from Nissan LEAFs that are no longer on the road, can be located within the …

May 3, 2024

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North Andover

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MA

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United States

Continuing to push the boundaries of domestic, sustainable production of critical materials for lithium-ion batteries, 6K Energy (a division of 6K) today announced their cathode active material (CAM) will meet stringent government mandates for compliance outlined by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and the first company to meet compliance for both LFP and NMC materials. 6K Energy’s CAM has demonstrated market-leading performance at over 30 partners in the Li-ion ecosystem, including major automotive OEMs, battery cell producers, and other battery material producers. 6K Energy is actively delivering large quantities of critical materials from their Battery Center of Excellence facility as part of …

April 26, 2024

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Boston

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MA

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United States

Schneider Electric, the global leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, today announced a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) designed and engineered to be a part of a flexible, scalable, and highly efficient architecture. BESS is the cornerstone for a fully integrated microgrid solution that is driven by Schneider Electric's controls, optimization, and world-renowned digital and field services. Graybar, a leading distributor of electrical, communications, data networking products, and provider of supply chain management and logistics services, is the inaugural channel partner for Schneider Electric's new BESS, offered as part of the EcoStruxure™ Microgrid Flex system. Renewable energy is a growing part …

April 25, 2024

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Alpharetta

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GA

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United States

Alpharetta, April 24, 2024 – Stryten Energy LLC, a U.S.-based energy storage solutions provider, has received a contract award from the Defense Innovation Unit’s (DIU) FAStBat project to develop and evaluate a prototype 6T lithium-ion battery and potentially extend the technology to other cross-service platforms. Stryten Energy has proven expertise in designing, manufacturing and deploying lithium-ion technology to the commercial, industrial and military markets, which is strategically vital to the domestic battery manufacturing base. The DIU’s Family of Advanced Standard Batteries (FAStBat) program seeks to address the supply chain, cost, and life cycle challenges that are barriers to the widespread adoption …

April 23, 2024

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Horsham

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PA

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United States

Horsham, PA – April 15, 2024 – C&D Technologies, a market leader in energy storage, expands its portfolio with the introduction of highly-engineered, factory-assembled battery cabinets that allow C&D to offer integrated battery and cabinet solutions for data center uninterruptable power supply (UPS) backup systems. The new battery cabinet solutions combine high performance with safe and simple maintenance, allowing data center engineers to address emergency power requirements more efficiently. "C&D Technologies now serves as a single source for configurable battery and cabinet solutions, alleviating a pain point for engineers who determine the final layout and specifications of data centers,” said …