Electric excavator with Caterpillar machinery runs on ecovolta batteries
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Electric excavator with Caterpillar machinery runs on ecovolta batteries
New electric mini excavator enables pollutant-free work with reduced noise in places with stringent requirements for exhaust and noise pollution. Standardised and certificate-compliant ecovolta battery packs save time for construction vehicle conversion company Avesco and reduces costs for users.
Brunnen/Basel, 14 January, 2020. ecovolta’s standardised lithium-ion traction batteries have found a new application in mini excavators with Caterpillar machinery. The Swiss battery system manufacturer was commissioned by Avesco AG to take the foundation of a Cat 301.7 model and equip it with an electric drive, supplying its battery system for the series. This mini excavator will enable carbon-neutral and low-noise work in city centres and other locations with restrictive pollutant and noise emission thresholds and is set to be presented to the public at the Swissbau exhibition in Basel from 14 to 18 January 2020. ecovolta drive batteries are already in use in lorries, vans, forklifts and boats.
For users, the electric mini excavator means more freedom in their construction work. They also benefit from lower operating costs, which are reduced by two-thirds compared to those associated with equipment running on combustion engines according to Avesco. One reason for this is that electricity is cheaper per operating hour than diesel. Plus, the electric excavator is extremely low-maintenance. Maintenance-intensive components such as v-belts and motor oil systems become redundant and wear to the electric drive is minimal.
Up to 4 hours of stand-alone use and recharging while in operation possible
The base model for the new construction machine is a mini excavator from the latest Caterpillar model series, the Cat® 301.7. The dimensions, furnishings and other specifications correspond with those of the original diesel-driven vehicle. ecovolta’s 96-volt evoTractionBattery has been chosen as the energy-storing component. With its capacity, the vehicle can be operated autonomously for up to 3 or 4 hours, depending on its function.
If the stored energy starts to run low at the job site, the batteries can be plugged in via a 400- or 230-volt line and charged while still in operation, allowing the machine operator to continue their work.
Mini excavator contributes to emission-free construction site
“The electric mini excavator is particularly suited to work in cities with high levels of exhaust and noise pollution, but it is just as good for construction work in residential areas and near hospitals as well as night-time work,” says Pirmin Reichmuth, Managing Director of ecovolta.
Converting excavators is a step in towards establishing emission-free construction sites, an important industry goal. Right now, mini excavators are the main focus of this electrification transition. Because of their simple design and their relatively low energy requirements, switching out their diesel motors for an electric drive is notably easier than in the case of larger vehicles. What’s more, manufacturers are using this as an opportunity to test out the reception of electric construction equipment in general. The standardised and certificate-compliant overall solution ecovolta’s will ease and accelerate the conversion of construction equipment to electric drives. The batteries do not need to be developed separately and conformity with certifications is already ensured. This saves time and cuts costs in the development phase and allows the manufacturer to introduce its electric excavator to the market more quickly and cost-effectively.
The mini excavator will be available to order from spring 2020. After their use in construction equipment, the battery packs can be recycled and used in storage systems for renewably sourced energy.
ecovolta press contact
Mattias Gienal
Chief Marketing Officer at ecocoach AG
Tel. +41 41 811 41 41
mattias.gienal@ecocoach.com
About ecovolta
The Swiss ecovolta produces customised high-capacity battery systems and e-mobility solutions. The company’s patented design enables the fully automated series production of high-current capable batteries which do not need active cooling. Battery and drive solutions are developed and tested in the in-house research and development area. ecovolta is a division of the technology company ecocoach AG and has its headquarters in Brunnen/Schwyz, where the production plant ecovolta Swissfactory is located.
www.eco-volta.com/en
www.ecocoach.com
Avesco press contact
Thomas Wermelinger
Director of Compact Construction Equipment at Avesco
Tel. +41 79 934 08 60
thomas.wermelinger@avesco.ch
About Avesco AG
Avesco AG is active in the area of industrial products and is a leader on the Swiss market for construction equipment with a central focus on customer service. As an innovative company committed to quality, Avesco AG works with commercial products which are undeniably among the best on the global market. The family-owned company is rich in tradition, boasting a history of over 145 years in operation, but it is continuously undergoing development and experiencing new breakthroughs.
Focus on climate protection through energy storage at the ENERGY STORAGE EUROPE 2020 conferences
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Focus on climate protection through energy storage at the ENERGY STORAGE EUROPE 2020 conferences
Keynote speeches by Bosch, Salzgitter AG and the World Bank bring together climate policy and business
Duesseldorf, Germany, 11 December 2019 – Climate protection and the decarbonisation of value chains using energy storage and hydrogen are focus topics of the 14th IRES conference by EUROSOLAR and the 9th ENERGY STORAGE EUROPE conference. This dual conference will take place from 10 to 12 March 2020, concurrently with the ENERGY STORAGE EUROPE trade fair in Düsseldorf. The IRES Conference is the world’s largest and most important scientific storage conference. For further information on the programme and to purchase tickets at an early-bird rate (only available for a limited period), please visit www.eseexpo.com/conference
Press photos are available here: www.eseexpo.com/pressphotos
Keynote speeches on strategies, management approaches, methods and technologies
At the dual conference, practice-oriented approaches take centre stage. During the session “Linking Climate Protection and Business: The CEO’s View,“ Dr. Christian Fischer, managing director at Robert Bosch GmbH, will be talking about the company’s efforts to reach worldwide carbon neutrality by 2020. Matthias W. Send from the energy provider ENTEGA AG will likewise share his insights. In another keynote, Dr. Volker Hille, Head of Corporate Technology at Salzgitter AG, will explain how the company aims to reduce its CO2 emissions by employing hydrogen and wind power. In the “International Markets” session, Rory McCarthy from Wood Mackenzie, an international management consultancy, will present the results of a modelling of the Central European energy markets’ flexibility needs.
“The upcoming conference bridges the gap between the discourse on climate protection and corporate management, a highly fascinating and relevant thematic field, particularly for managers,” says Dr. Andreas Moerke, who took over as head of ENERGY STORAGE EUROPE this year. “Participants can also expect a comprehensive scientific programme within the framework of IRES in Düsseldorf, and representatives of storage manufacturers will furthermore meet at the German Energy Storage Association’s workshops.”
Professor Peter Droege, EUROSOLAR President and Chairman of the IRES Organising Committee, states: “We are delighted that in 2020 almost 150 selected top-level German as well as international experts from almost 20 countries will present their latest findings and innovations in over 22 different thematic sessions. The ESE and the IRES have a great social and economic impact: Without a rapid switch to renewable energies, climate stabilisation is inconceivable. Investors and companies around the world are on the right track for purely economic reasons. Storage systems are the prerequisite for the regenerative world.”
All storage solutions under one roof
The conference sessions will again cover a wide range of electrical and thermal storage technologies as well as numerous effective storage and decarbonisation projects. Thermal storage, sector coupling, the topic hydrogen and successful concepts as well as business models incorporating storage use will also be main points.
In cooperation with IRES, the Energy Agency NRW is also organising a lecture series in German on the topic of “Structural change – What will the energy regions of the future look like and what role will storage play?”
For more information on ENERGY STORAGE EUROPE and the International Renewable Energy Storage Conference IRES by EUROSOLAR, please visit https://www.eurosolar.de/en and https://www.eseexpo.com/conference
DHYBRID presents new storage solutions for hybrid power plants and microgrids
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DHYBRID presents new storage solutions for hybrid power plants and microgrids
Uninterruptible power supply for regions with challenging climates
Munich, Germany, 10 December 2019: DHYBRID — the specialist in hybrid power plants — is enhancing its hardware and software portfolio with microgrid-optimized lithium-ion storage solutions. The new storage systems work seamlessly together with DHYBRID’s Universal Power Platform (UPP), which controls the interaction of solar systems, storage units and diesel generators in local power grids. In combination with the UPP, the storage systems allow for a truly uninterruptible power supply. Such supply is necessary when computers or devices must be prevented from losing power during problems with the grid, for example. This sets the solution apart from a conventional storage-supported back-up power supply, which can sometimes still experience brief interruptions.
Press photos are available here: https://www.dhybrid.de/en/press-article/dhybrid-presents-new-storage-solutions-for-hybrid-power-plants-and-microgrids
Special requirements for storage systems in hybrid microgrids
Unlike conventional energy systems, hybrid microgrids must be able to switch seamlessly between different energy sources. This also changes the master and slave roles in the system and places special demands on the control system and on storage-relevant components such as the battery inverter.
“We adapt the configuration of our storage systems individually to each project in order to optimize them for the respective Microgrid. We use data from more than 70 projects that our team has been working in more than 20 countries. The UPP, which orchestrates the components in the system, ensures the necessary flexibility and the technology-agnostic approach,” says CEO of DHYBRID Benedikt Böhm.
Customizable all-in-one solution
The new storage solutions are installed in 10-, 20- and 40-foot air-conditioned containers and can be seamlessly monitored using a SCADA system with VPN access, making them particularly suited to guaranteeing supply security in areas with no grid connection or with a challenging climate. The storage capacity is between 100 kWh and several MWh, with a charging and discharging rate of up to 2C.
The systems use high-quality lithium-ion cells from manufacturers such as Samsung and LG, depending on the performance required as well as the area of application. These manufacturers also provide battery management to ensure safe control of the battery cells and modules to the highest possible standard in all operating states. The integrated battery inverter, too, is custom-planned and specially configured for each project.
Success story in Africa
The new storage system can be seen in use at South Africa’s Kruger National Park. This particular system has a capacity of 1 megawatt-hour and works together with three solar installations with a combined output of 300 kW as well as a 150-kVA diesel generator to supply the Cheetah Plains Lodge’s microgrid with three-phase electric power. DHYBRID’s Universal Power Platform (UPP) monitors and controls all important grid parameters and enables automated system operation. The project was realized in collaboration with DHYBRID’s local partner Blockpower.
About DHYBRID
DHYBRID is a specialized international solutions provider of renewable and hybrid energy systems for islands, industry and utilities with headquarters in Munich, Germany. The company offers turnkey solutions and individualized control systems for hybrid energy projects. DHYBRID combines conventional energy supplies such as diesel generators or utility grids with renewable energy systems and storage technology – perfectly controlled and comprehensively visualized.
Press Contact
Marja Anacker
TEL +49 89 899 481-112
MAIL m.anacker@dhybrid.de
ecovolta provides battery system for the “Boat of the Year”
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ecovolta provides battery system for the “Boat of the Year”
Solid-wood motorboat powered by standardised lithium-ion traction batteries
Brunnen/Schwyz, Switzerland, 14 November 2019 - At the Genoa International Boat Show, the largest boat exhibition in the Mediterranean region, the first fully electric motorboat “Ernesto”, originating from the Ernesto Riva boatyard, was named “Boat of the Year” in the Motorboat category. The eight-metre long boat made of solid wood brings together an elegant, minimalistic design with sustainable materials and a modern, emission-free drive. The standardised and certification-compliant lithium-ion traction batteries used are produced by ecovolta, a Swiss firm which produces customised high-capacity battery systems and e-mobility solutions.
The Genoa International Boat Show is one of the worldwide leading maritime exhibitions. The Ernesto Riva boatyard entered its latest innovation in the competition, where boats are awarded prizes in the Motorboat, Sailboat, Ship, Multihull and Inflatable Boat categories. A company rich in tradition, the boatyard was founded in 1771 on the shore of Lake Como and is known for its continuous developments in wooden boat building. Its prize-winning motorboat is nothing short of revolutionary, representing sustainable and environmentally friendly advancements in boat building.
With its reduced noise and emission levels on the water, the boat’s electric drive contributes greatly to maritime climate conservation — and that even at a top cruising speed of 25 knots. The brushless motor (electric motor without a carbon brush) is driven by lithium-ion batteries (Li-NMC) with a total storage capacity of 60 kWh (4x15 kWh). ecovolta is the manufacturer of these traction batteries with an integrated battery management system. The company’s “evoTractionBattery” overall solution complies with certifications and can be installed and configured within just a few hours.
“Thanks to our standardised battery system, the Ernesto Riva boatyard was able to introduce to the market an initial limited edition of their new electric boat with high-grade certified high-performance batteries,” reports Paul Hauser, CTO of ecovolta.
Even the selection of materials was made with the environment in mind. The high-quality woods used — including cedar, Douglas fir and mahogany — all came from sustainable sources, guaranteeing a long service life. Natural paints are also used for the coating.
The Genoa International Boat Show’s “Boat of the Year” distinction is conferred by the magazine “Vela e Motore” together with the Italian marine industry association UCINA – Confindustria Nautica.
About ecovolta
The Swiss ecovolta produces customised high-capacity battery systems and e-mobility solutions. The company’s proprietary design enables the fully automated series production of high-current capable batteries which do not need active cooling. Battery and drive solutions are developed and tested in the in-house research and development area. ecovolta is a division of the technology company ecocoach AG and has its headquarters and Swissfactory production plant in Brunnen/Schwyz, Switzerland.
www.eco-volta.com
www.ecocoach.com
About Ernesto Riva Shipyard
The Ernesto Riva shipyard has distant roots, in 1771, in Laglio on Lake Como. Since its origins, the shipyard has been dedicated to the construction of boats, lances, English boats and Manzoni's "lucie", used by fishermen or traders. Today, Ernesto Riva Shipyard has skillfully combined the secrets of tradition with the most innovative working methods, aiming for excellence in design and quality of materials, with an eye to the environment.
ecovolta press contact
Mattias Gienal
Tel. +41 41 811 41 41
mattias.gienal@ecocoach.com
Energy storage in retail: Energy Storage Europe expands trade fair cooperations
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Energy storage in retail: Energy Storage Europe expands trade fair cooperations
Düsseldorf, 13 November 2019. In future, the Energy Storage Europe (ESE) trade fair will cooperate with EuroShop, the world’s leading trade fair for retail investment requirements. As part of this cooperation, commercial enterprises will receive information on how they can use storage systems to implement energy saving measures, which in turn help them secure competitive advantages and commit to climate protection. ESE is expanding the user initiative that was started last year and which also comprises the cooperation with GNTM, the world’s leading trade fairs for metallurgy and foundry technology, as well as with ProWein, the world’s leading trade fair for wines and spirits. The next Energy Storage Europe will take place in Düsseldorf from 10 to 12 March 2020.
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“Our analyses show that many commercial users in retail, the metal industry and viticulture currently don't see storage as an integrated part of their energy systems and thus do not tap potentials for energy efficiency and climate protection,” says Dr. Andreas Moerke, who has run Energy Storage Europe since mid-2019 and was CEO of Messe Düsseldorf Japan before that. “By cooperating with the leading trade fairs in these industries, we can show thousands of companies how energy storage can contribute to climate protection. In the coming months, we will approach the numerous customers of these trade fairs and connect them to energy storage system providers at ESE.”
Increasing interest in sustainability and energy efficiency
Resource and energy efficiency help reduce costs and are turning into important competitive advantages, despite the fact that electricity often makes up the lion’s share of energy demands. This applies to energy-intense industries such as foundries as well as to the food retail sector. Studies have shown that in these segments, over 80 percent of energy is used in the form of electricity. At the same time, electricity costs are increasing – when it comes to foundries, by a whopping 42% in the past five years, according to the Confederation of German Foundry Industry.
As a large share of electricity in turn flows into generating heating and cooling, industrial heat storage technologies are also gaining importance. At ESE, they once again play a central role and are a focal point at the trade fair, where they have their own area, as well as at the conferences that take place in parallel.
Given the fact that resource and energy efficiency are becoming more important, Messe Düsseldorf has already established initiatives such as ecoMetals for the metal industry. This initiative honours particularly dedicated companies and presents them during a tour of the trade fair.
EuroShop presents intelligent solutions around energy topics in retail at ECOpark, their special area. The new cooperation with EuroShop and ESE ensures that energy storage solutions and their contribution to climate protection and cost-reductions in retail will be a prominent subject of discussion in the ECOpark in 2020.
Offers for users at Energy Storage Europe
Energy Storage Europe will present a wide offer of information for representatives in retail, the metal industry and the wine sector. The offer provides information on the functions storage can provide as part of climate protection and decarbonisation strategies. The trade fair will also offer storage system providers the opportunity to present their products and solutions to potential users.
Information on Energy Storage Europe 2020 | Trade fair centre in Düsseldorf
Energy Storage Europe is the trade fair for the global energy storage industry and focuses on applications and energy systems. The international conferences that take place in parallel offer the world’s largest conference programme on all energy storage technologies. They comprise the 9th Energy Storage Europe Conference (ESE) by Messe Düsseldorf and the 14th International Renewable Energy Storage Conference (IRES) by EUROSOLAR e.V. The focal points are economics and finances (ESE) as well as science and research (IRES).
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Tesvolt storage system reduces fish farm’s energy costs
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Tesvolt storage system reduces fish farm’s energy costs
Over 150,000 euros in savings per generation of salmon
Wittenberg/Germany, 12 November 2019. The Norwegian fish farming company Kvarøy uses a large-scale storage system developed by Tesvolt at its salmon farm located off the island of Selsøyvær in the Norwegian Sea. Mounted on a floating platform, lithium batteries with a total storage capacity of 158 kilowatt hours (kWh) have brought the diesel generators’ operating time down from 24 hours each day to just three. In raising a generation of salmon — a process which takes about 18 months — the company saves between 150,000 and 200,000 euros and also reduces its carbon footprint. German commercial storage system manufacturer Tesvolt worked together with Norwegian partner company Kverneland Energi to custom develop, deliver and install the battery system in accordance with the fish farm’s requirements.
Press photos are available here: www.tesvolt.com/en/presse/tesvolt-storage-system-reduces-fish-farm’s-energy-costs.html
Storage system cuts diesel use in half
Kvarøy, a third-generation family-run company, has taken it upon itself to run its fish farm sustainably. A major factor in implementing this policy was reducing the high rates of diesel consumption for operating the fish farm and the feeding systems. Two large diesel generators and one small one are in operation on the anchored concrete platforms. At least one of them must always be running since there is no power connection onboard. At the same time, the electricity demand fluctuates greatly within the course of a day — at feeding times, the systems require a lot of energy, whereas at other times, only the light on the approximately 20 m by 20 m large motorless ship is shining. Due to long operating periods and poor diesel combustion in the generators, each kilowatt hour of electricity brought with it considerable costs. Additionally, a large portion of the diesel was only used to keep the engine warm while a small portion actually drove the system. On top of that, the fuel has to be transported by boat to the salmon farm, which of course means additional energy and incurred costs.
For this unusual operating location, Tesvolt and Kverneland Energi came up with a special battery system solution. With its 120 kW peak power capacity, the battery system can be monitored and controlled from land over the internet. Power electronics from Siemens control all energy flows on the working platform fully autonomously and deliver electricity to all consuming elements. A diesel generator creates electricity for the batteries at full capacity operation and the electrical energy consumers are supplied by the batteries with the necessary electricity. The generator is not switched on and the batteries are not recharged until the state of charge is low. The battery system allows for a reduction in the fish farm’s total diesel consumption of up to 60 percent.
“Tesvolt battery storage systems are the only ones on the market that can be fully charged and discharged twice in one day and still maintain their long service life,” Jonas A. Kverneland, Technical Director of Kverneland Energi, reports on his market research. “Many suppliers only enable one storage system charge and discharge cycle per day, which wouldn’t have worked for the salmon farm.”
Monthly oil changes reduced to twice a year
Helping to cut costs, the Kvarøy team now only needs to change the diesel generators’ oil biannually instead of each month. An oil change takes an entire day and costs up to 1,000 euros. That means that the company now saves ten working days and 10,000 euros each year in oil changes alone.
“The starkly decreased consumption of diesel contributes to climate conservation and keeps water pollution as low as possible,” Kverneland says — a key concern of the Norwegian government. And one of the managing directors of Kvarøy and Kverneland customer Gjermund Olsen is equally pleased, stating, “We purchased, installed and forgot about the rechargeable battery. It runs on its own and is totally maintenance-free.”
Less noise and fewer emissions
His employees, who visit the platform to conduct maintenance work once a week on average, don’t even have to perform additional work thanks to the new energy system. On the contrary: they benefit from improved working conditions. Since the diesel generators are only rarely in operation, noise levels and vibration effects are lowered and the fish farm produces fewer emissions.
For further information, please visit
Tesvolt: www.tesvolt.com/de
Kverneland Energi: www.kvernelandenergi.no
Kvarøya: www.kvaroyfiskeoppdrett.no/en
About Tesvolt
TESVOLT specializes in commercial battery storage systems. The innovative company from Lutherstadt Wittenberg produces storage systems with state-of-the-art prismatic lithium battery cells from Samsung SDI, based on nickel manganese cobalt oxide. TESVOLT storage systems function just as well at low voltage as at high voltage, and can be connected to all energy producers: sun, wind, water, biogas and combined heat and power — on-grid and off-grid. TESVOLT commercial storage system solutions are produced in Wittenberg, Germany, at Europe’s first Gigafactory for battery storage systems.
TESVOLT was honoured with the 2018 German Entrepreneur Award for Rising Stars. The company already received The smarter E Award in the Outstanding Projects category as well as the international award for rural electrification (ARE) for a project supplying off-grid energy to an avocado farm in southwest Australia.
Press contact
Vera Neuhäuser
Tel. +49 30 – 221 83 82 49
Mobil +49 178 – 53 68 425
neuhaeuser@sunbeam-communications.com
ecovolta battery system cuts logistics costs
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ecovolta battery system cuts logistics costs
Lithium-ion traction battery replaces lead-acid batteries and cuts charge cycle costs by up to 50 percent
Brunnen/Schwyz, 25 September 2019 — Swiss battery system manufacturer ecovolta is launching a cost-cutting traction battery for industrial vehicles such as forklifts and pallet jacks. Thanks to a standardised lithium-ion solution, the evoTractionBattery can replace lead-acid batteries, cutting the costs per charge cycle by up to 50 percent. Each evoTractionBattery can also be monitored individually via the cloud, which makes it possible to easily check battery data and manage charging online. To smooth the battery’s introduction, ecovolta is offering support to companies in integrating the new solution into their existing logistics systems.
Capacity and service life offer cost benefits
The higher usable capacity of ecovolta’s evoTractionBattery and the significantly longer service life of its Li-ion technology offer major benefits in comparison to lead-acid batteries. Traditional lead-acid batteries can only be discharged to 50 percent of their capacity at most, whereas 90 percent of the capacity of ecovolta’s lithium-ion batteries can be used. Moreover, the new generation of batteries can be charged and discharged about 3,000 times, compared to only around 1,200 times for lead-acid batteries.
For an example capacity of around 10 kWh, the new solution can reduce costs by up to 50% per charge and discharge cycle. The charging time and weight will also be scaled back by over 80 percent.
“Until now, lithium-ion technology hadn’t caught on in logistics since the increased initial capital costs put a cap on the economic viability in comparison to lead-acid batteries. But the evoTractionBattery is changing that, enabling a 10-kWh lead-acid battery to be quickly and easily replaced by a 5-kWh lithium-ion solution at a low cost,” says Paul Hauser, CTO of ecovolta.
Simplified handling and flexible construction
The evoTractionBattery’s specifications also make it much more user-friendly. Unlike with lead-acid batteries, boosting charges do not have a negative effect on the service life of this lithium-ion battery. Combined with quicker charging and a greater depth of discharge, this means that operators of industrial vehicles are no longer limited by restrictive charging regulations or the need to change out batteries. Lithium-ion batteries also do not require the maintenance that lead-acid batteries do.
Voltage ranges of 24 V to 800 V and capacities of 2.5 kWh to 7,500 kWh can be achieved with discharging currents of up to 500 A by connecting the batteries to form strings in any series configuration or in parallel. The standard casing with defined surface dimensions of 520 x 220 mm ensures clear parameters for construction.
Support for replacing lead-acid batteries in existing systems
ecovolta offers various services to support companies in integrating the lithium-ion solution, including charging infrastructure design and capacity planning. This enables many companies to reduce the overall number of vehicles in operation since lithium-ion batteries can be charged more quickly than conventional lead-acid batteries.
Proprietary construction system
ecovolta uses a specialised construction system for the evoTractionBattery which enables the fully automated batch production of high-current capable lithium-ion batteries that do not require active cooling.
The integrated battery management system enables master/slave operation of multiple batteries connected to a CAN bus. This allows the batteries to exchange information with the higher-level control system — a prerequisite for efficiently and safely operating vehicles. Comprehensive safety technology with a relay and fuse also makes up an integral part of the package.
ecovolta press contact
Mattias Gienal
Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at ecocoach AG
Tel. +41 41 811 41 41
mattias.gienal@ecocoach.com
About ecovolta
ecovolta is a Swiss manufacturer of customised high-performance battery systems with a focus on e-mobility solutions. Its proprietary construction method enables the fully automated batch production of high-current capable batteries that do not require active cooling. It also develops and tests battery and drive solutions in its in-house research and development department. ecovolta is a division of the technology company ecocoach AG with its headquarters in Brunnen, Switzerland, where the ecovolta Swissfactory production plant is also located.
https://eco-volta.com
https://ecocoach.com
Tesvolt presents augmented reality sales app
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Tesvolt presents augmented reality sales app
Lutherstadt Wittenberg (Germany), 28.08.2019 — Tesvolt, a manufacturer of power storage systems for industrial and commercial operations, offers its distribution partners an augmented reality app for a virtual reality sales experience. Using the highly innovative technology of augmented reality, storage professionals can take advantage of various scenarios to vividly and memorably illustrate to their customers the advantages of power storage systems, for instance self-consumption optimization, peak shaving and off-grid connectivity.
Press photos are available here: www.tesvolt.com
“With the Tesworld AR app, we offer our partners a completely novel sales experience,” says Daniel Hannemann, who co-founded Tesvolt together with Simon Schandert in 2014. “They can rely on an innovative and entertaining technology to guide their customers through a new world of electricity storage right before their eyes.”
A selection of five scenarios
In the app, distribution partners first choose from an array of five application scenarios the one that suits them best. For instance, they can select a logistics hall where the rechargeable batteries in fork lifts are charged at night using stored solar power in order to increase self-consumption. There is also the option of a car dealership which practices peak shaving using charging stations, as well as a poultry farm where the storage system is used for back-up energy.
In this virtual world, distribution partners can also demonstrate the specific benefits of energy storage: how electricity costs can be cut using battery storage systems, how self-consumption of self-generated electricity can be increased, how expensive peak loads can be shaved, for instance by installing charging stations, how electricity can be used even without a grid connection and how energy storage systems can be used for grid stabilization.
“If we want to keep popularizing power storage, then we and our partners need to be working innovatively in accordance with the state of the art all the way down the line, including in distribution. That’s our motto,” Hannemann says in regard to the latest development.
Tesvolt’s free augmented reality app can be installed on the latest generation of Apple devices (iPads and iPhones). To access the various application scenarios, distribution partners can download QR codes from the Tesvolt website or contact Tesvolt directly.
For further information, please visit:
www.tesvolt.com
About Tesvolt
Tesvolt specializes in commercial battery storage systems. The innovative company from Lutherstadt Wittenberg produces storage systems with state-of-the-art prismatic lithium battery cells from Samsung SDI, based on nickel manganese cobalt oxide. Tesvolt storage systems function just as well at low voltage as at high voltage, and can be connected to all energy producers: sun, wind, water, biogas and combined heat and power — on-grid and off-grid. All storage systems are produced at Tesvolt’s manufacturing facility in Germany.
Tesvolt was honoured with the 2018 German Entrepreneur Award for Rising Stars. The company already received The smarter E Award in the Outstanding Projects category as well as the international award for rural electrification (ARE) for a project supplying off-grid energy to an avocado farm in southwest Australia.
Press contact:
Vera Neuhäuser
Tel. +49 30 – 221 83 82 49
Mobil +49 178 – 53 68 425
neuhaeuser@sunbeam-communications.com
World premiere for electrified boat classic “Vaporina Elettra" at Concorso d'Eleganza
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World premiere for electrified boat classic “Vaporina Elettra" at Concorso d'Eleganza
ecovolta as technology partner for batteries, inverters and electric design
Schwyz/Como, Villa d’Este, 28 May 2019 — The Ernesto Riva shipyard showed off a never before seen fully electric model of the classic Vaporina at this year’s world-famous beauty contest for historic automobiles and motorcycles — Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d’Este 2019. The Elettra model is also the first electric yacht available for rent on Lake Como. The first guests set sail aboard the yacht on 25 May 2019 in the Italian municipality of Cernobbio where the competition takes place.
Despite its classic wooden construction the Elettra makes 100% emission-free tourism possible. That is a critical advantage for residents and visitors to the northern Italian lake known for serving as a backdrop to Star Wars and James Bond films as well as for its various spa towns and parks.
ecovolta is the technology partner of the project. The Swiss company is a division of Swiss technology company ecocoach. It was responsible for designing the yacht’s electronics as well as supplying its lithium-ion batteries and the inverter.
A marriage of Italian design and Swiss engineering
The historic shipyard Ernesto Riva has been building exceptional wooden boats since 1771. Today, it is under the leadership of Daniele Riba. The name Elettra hails back to Guglielmo Marconi’s famous research vessel, which was capable of using radio signals for navigation purposes as early as the turn of the 20th century. The current Vaporina Elettra has two electric motors, each with a power output of 100 kW, a length of nearly 10 metres and room for 12 people on board.
“The Vaporina is one of the most traditional models manufactured by Ernesto Riva. With the new electric drive, we are prepared for the 21st century. The boat shows once again how elegant, uncompromisingly sustainable and safe maritime e-mobility can be in this day and age,” says Daniele Riva. Last year, the shipyard had already presented its innovative e-Commuter, which is also fully electric.
Both projects were implemented in collaboration with ecovolta. The ecovolta lithium-ion batteries used in the Elettra provide a total capacity of 180 kWh and enable 5 hours of autonomous operation at a speed of 13 knots. Thanks to their high energy density of 480 Wh per litre, the batteries offer a high capacity without taking up too much space.
The ecovolta safety concept uses cell junctions made up of nickel-electroplated cold strips which automatically cut off damaged battery cells from the rest of the mechanism, preventing fires and allowing the battery as a whole to remain functional, even when individual cells malfunction.
ecovolta CEO Pirmin Reichmuth adds, “The Elettra is a perfect picture of the marriage of Swiss technology and Italian design. Just like electric lorries, vans and motorcycles already running on our batteries, the Elettra combines smart engineering with performance and sustainability.”
New electric trucks from E-Force One AG receive batteries from ecovolta
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New electric trucks from E-Force One AG receive batteries from ecovolta
Schwyz/Munich, 9 May 2019 — E-Force One, the first supplier of electric 18-ton class trucks worldwide, is set to begin equipping its vehicles with lithium-ion batteries from the Swiss manufacturer ecovolta. At the specialist exhibition The smarter E Europe 2019, E-Force One AG will be showcasing its new EF18 SZM semi-trailer truck with an output of up to 550 kW. At companies such as Lidl and Coop, predecessor models currently travel up to 6,000 km per month each and have already covered over 1.5 million kilometres in total.
Zero-emissions and low-noise urban and regional goods transport
Electric trucks are preferred for both urban and regional goods transport, enabling zero-emissions and low-noise lorry traffic. To keep up with this trend, E-Force One AG has developed a concept for individually modifying each vehicle to the type of route and necessary distance it has to travel as well as the charging technology with which it interacts. Not only can each semi-trailer lorry be potentially outfitted with different battery sizes attuned for the trip profile in question, there are also two different varieties of drive mechanism to choose from. The individual components are assembled into a singular package for each and every vehicle.
The EF18 SZM is equipped with permanent magnet synchronous motors capable of outputting either 440 kW or 550 kW of power, with a battery capacity between 105 kWh and 630 kWh. This combination allows the vehicles to reach speeds of up to 85 km/h and climb inclines of up to 16 percent.
Strategic partnership strengthens flexibility and modularity
CEO of E-Force One AG, Stefan Aufdereggen says, “Our electric heavy trucks require especially safe and flexible battery solutions with a high energy density. It is precisely in this area that ecovolta can show off the strength of its battery packs. Their high energy density reduces the weight of the battery, making the vehicle lighter as a whole.”
CEO of ecovolta Pirmin Reichmuth adds, “Commercial electric vehicles often have typical trip profiles for which their drivetrains and batteries can be optimised. One given type of vehicle may therefore require a different battery than its twin. Manufacturers who would like to optimally customise their products to users’ needs typically require modular battery solutions. At the same time, batteries still need to reach a level of standardisation which maintains efficient product development and production.”
Through its unique yet standardised design, which makes possible the high energy density of up to 480 Wh per litre, ecovolta’s patented battery concept significantly speeds up vehicle development. evoTractionBattery models boasting various certifications, including UNECE R 100, are available with voltages ranging from 24 to 96 volts and capacities of 2.5 kWh to 15 kWh. The customisable electrical connection of up to 16 batteries in series and a parallel connection of as many as 32 strings enable a potential battery voltage of 24 to 829 volts.
ecovolta at The smarter E Europe 2019: hall C2/670
ecovolta press contact:
Mattias Gienal
Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at ecocoach AG
Tel. +41 41 811 41 41
mattias.gienal@ecocoach.com
E-Force One AG press contact:
Corina Fedier
Administration and Supply Chain at E-Force One AG
Tel. +41 44 515 48 51
corina.fedier@eforce.ch
About ecovolta
The Swiss ecovolta produces customised high-capacity battery systems and e-mobility solutions. The company’s patented design enables the fully automated series production of high-current capable batteries which do not need active cooling. Battery and drive solutions are developed and tested in the in-house research and development area. ecovolta is a division of the technology company ecocoach AG and has its headquarters and Swissfactory production plant in Brunnen/Schwyz, Switzerland.
About E-Force One
E-Force One AG was founded in 2012 with the vision of paving the way for heavy load e-mobility. In 2013, we launched the EFORCE E18, the world’s first serially produced, fully battery-operated 18-ton lorry. From our humble beginnings as lone pioneers, we have become one of today’s leading companies for electric heavy load vehicles. With clear goals, bold ideas and convincing products, we are continuing to follow our own road.
DHYBRID to supply control and energy storage solution for seven hybrid plants in Senegal
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DHYBRID to supply control and energy storage solution for seven hybrid plants in Senegal
Munich/Germany, 08.05.2019 - The German hybrid specialist DHYBRID will supply seven PV-diesel hybrid systems in remote Senegalese locations with sophisticated hybrid control and energy storage systems. The total output capacity is 2 MW, the storage capacity 2 MWh. The plants will enable Senegal to supply power for very isolated sites and to diversify its energy mix.
DHYBRID has been selected by the French EPC company and main contractor Omexom, the energy brand of the VINCI Energies Group, for these prestigious projects because of their scalable technology platform as well as the global track record in hybrid installations.
The total project will generate enough power to cover the annual needs of 140,000 people and will avoid atmospheric CO2 emissions amounting up to 19,000 tonnes per year, equivalent to the emissions of a car driven 135 million kilometres. It will be part of a €26.8 million investment, financed by the German bank KFW and Senelec, the national electricity company of Senegal, consisting of the hybrid sites and an additional 15 MW PV-installation.
The project sites will be spread over four large regions: The Saloum Islands and the Thiès region in the western part of the country and the Tambakounda and Kolda regions in the east. DHYBRID will supply their proprietary Universal Power Platform (UPP) – a modular and manufacturer independent Energy Management System (EMS) and SCADA solution that will manage, control and monitor the interaction between diesel generators, PV inverter and energy storage system to minimize the electricity costs and CO2 emissions. In addition to that, the German company will supply containerized Lithium-Ion energy storage systems, automatic generator controllers and the main electricity distribution panels.
“Senegal is working towards the continuous expansion of renewable and energy storage systems and we are particularly proud to be part of this transition. That our scalable system has been selected by Senelec and Omexom as their technology platform is a great milestone in the development of DHYBRID.” says DHYBRID CEO Benedikt Böhm.
Press Contact
Silke Schütz
Tel +49 89 899 481-112
Mail silke.schuetz@dhybrid.de
About DHYBRID
DHYBRID is a specialized international solution provider of renewable and hybrid energy systems for industry, utilities and islands with headquarters in Munich, Germany. The company offers turn-key solutions and individualized control systems for hybrid energy projects. We combine conventional energy supply, like diesel generators or instable utility grids, with renewable energy systems and storage technology - perfectly controlled and comprehensively visualized.
About Omexom
With today’s global energy sector undergoing constant change, Omexom works with its clients to deliver on the promise of the energy transition. Omexom’s solution targets those who produce, transform and transport electricity, including local authorities. Omexom thus helps energy producers, grid operators and territories fulfill their missions whilst simultaneously navigating the evolving landscape. Omexom’s expertise in the field of power grids allows us to anticipate the impact of renewable energies. We then work to develop storage solutions, make smarter infrastructures and meet new consumption trends. As a system integrator, we assess the individual needs of every customer, before selecting the best solution specifically for them. Omexom remains totally independent when it comes to integrating technological options. Located in 32 countries on five continents, from rural to major urban areas, Omexom helps promote access to electricity, ensure security of supply and develop sustainable energy.
Omexom is a VINCI Energies brand.
Europe’s first gigafactory for battery storage systems
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Europe’s first gigafactory for battery storage systems
Wittenberg/Germany, 6 May 2019 — Europe’s first gigafactory for battery storage systems is being put into operation in Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Germany. Tesvolt, a manufacturer of energy storage systems for industry and commerce, is working to establish new production facilities for lithium storage systems with an annual production capacity of over one gigawatt hour (GWh). Innovations in the production process ensure that the storage systems can be both flexibly and efficiently mass produced. Tesvolt is financing its multimillion-euro investment in the gigafactory without any outside funding, while the EU will lend its support merely to finance around 10 percent of the production line costs. The new production line, warehouse and offices will be fully supplied with solar energy.
Press photos are available here: www.tesvolt.com
The first phase of renovation yielding 12,000 sqm of floor space will be finished in June, and by the final phase, annual production will have reached over one GWh in an area of 20,000 sqm. By then, it is estimated that the number of employees will have risen from today’s 60 to between 100 and 120.
“The world market for stationary energy storage systems has already reached a total capacity of 16 GWh. Europeans are calling for an end to harmful coal-fired power plants and diesel scandals. They want a future free of environmental disasters,” says Daniel Hannemann, who founded Tesvolt five years ago with partner Simon Schandert. “We want the gigafactory to be our contribution to reaching this goal, making clean and affordable energy possible anywhere in the world.”
Innovations in production facilities
The technology for the factory’s new semi-automated production line comes from teamtechnik, a mechanical engineering company known for equipping many reputable automobile manufacturers with production and testing lines. Well-versed in both hardware and software, teamtechnik’s cooperation ensures efficient and safe serial production of battery storage systems. Every battery module will be automatically tested for full functionality, and data from each process step will be recorded for seamless retracing capability.
Carbon-neutral production facilities
The gigafactory is designed for the fully carbon-neutral production of Tesvolt battery storage systems. A photovoltaic installation with a 200 kWp power output will supply the electricity needed for the offices and storage system production. Any excess electrical energy will be stored in the factory’s own Tesvolt batteries, which will have a capacity of 350 kWh. Tesvolt will also employ innovative high-temperature heating pump technology, reliant exclusively on a natural refrigerant, so that even the facility’s heating system will run on solar power.
An agile office concept
The building complex will also house the new office spaces, which are set to be occupied in June. A year ago, Tesvolt introduced an agile organization structure — meaning no more hierarchies. Any and all decisions are made as a team. “Our new office layout reflects this — a generous, open floorplan complemented with many collaboration spaces and quiet zones. We want everyone to feel comfortable here. For us, that is work 2.0,” says co-founder Simon Schandert. “We don’t want to mindlessly process; we want to create innovative solutions. The agile organization makes us more efficient, enabling us to better respond to the rapidly changing battery market.”
As part of the Intersolar Europe exhibition in Munich, Tesvolt will be showcasing its products at the energy storage exhibition ees from 15–17 May 2019.
Exhibition booth: Booth 430 in hall B1
About Tesvolt
Tesvolt specializes in commercial battery storage systems. The innovative company from Lutherstadt Wittenberg produces storage systems with state-of-the-art prismatic lithium battery cells from Samsung SDI, based on nickel manganese cobalt oxide. Tesvolt storage systems function just as well at low voltage as at high voltage, and can be connected to all energy producers: sun, wind, water, biogas and combined heat and power — on-grid and off-grid. All storage systems are produced at Tesvolt’s manufacturing facility in Germany.
Tesvolt was honoured with the 2018 German Entrepreneur Award for Rising Stars. The company already received The smarter E Award in the Outstanding Projects category as well as the international award for rural electrification (ARE) for a project supplying off-grid energy to an avocado farm in southwest Australia.
Press contact
Vera Neuhäuser
Tel. +49 30 – 221 83 82 49
Mobile +49 178 – 53 68 425
neuhaeuser@sunbeam-communications.com