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The PowerModule is now ECE R100 Rev 2 certified

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PowerModule battery system is certified ECE-R100 Revision 2

R100 Rev2 certification: a key pillar for electric mobility

R100 certification plays a fundamental role in the safe development of electric mobility, a key sector in the energy transition. Among the many challenges to be met, the safety of lithium-ion batteries, the dominant technology in this field, is crucial. These batteries stand out for their energy density and power, as well as their ease of use when charging and discharging. However, they also present significant risks, particularly in terms of fire.

That’s why battery certification has become essential. Several standards govern their manufacture, transport and use. For example, the UN38.3 standard is mandatory for the transport (by road, air or sea) of lithium-ion batteries from 100 units produced. The CE mark, meanwhile, certifies compliance with European requirements, particularly in terms of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).

What is ECE R100 certification?

R100 Rev2 certification is a European type-approval for electric road vehicles. Initially focused on powertrain safety requirements, the revised version, in force since 2016, imposes a series of rigorous new tests to validate the safety of battery packs.

To obtain R100 certification, batteries must prove their robustness under extreme conditions:

  • Vibrations
  • Mechanical shocks
  • Crushing under 10 tons
  • Thermal shocks and cycling
  • Fire resistance (over 2 minutes on a diesel fire)
  • Short circuit protection
  • Overload protection
  • Deep discharge protection
  • High temperature resistance

These tests require a high level of engineering. The mechatronic design and robustness of the BMS (Battery Management System) are therefore crucial.
Without this certification, an electric vehicle cannot legally circulate in Europe.

The R100 certification of the PowerModule is valid for M1 and N1 category vehicles:

  • Category M1 vehicle: a vehicle designed and constructed for the transport of persons and comprising, in addition to the driver’s seat, not more than eight seats
  • Category N1 vehicle: a vehicle designed and constructed for the transport of goods with a maximum weight of not more than 3.5 tonnes
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Zeus’ride powered by PowerModule at Paris 2024 Olympics

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Zeus'ride powered by PowerModule
A symbol of resilience, peace, solidarity and unity. The “horse” that rode through Paris on the occasion of the opening ceremony embodies the values at the heart of the partnership between PowerTech Systems, Atelier BLAM, MM Process, Transfluid and Paris 2024.

As well as being a powerful symbol, Zeus ride is also the result of the know-how and spirit of scientific and artistic innovation of a group of French companies.

The prototype is powered by a 130kW 384V motor, assembled inside the hull.

In addition to this, the central hull contains most of the electrical components, including energy storage:
-16 x PowerModule 48V (86kWh) propulsion batteries, batteries certified by Bureau Veritas ESTRIN
-1 x PowerBrick 48V-105Ah battery for the horse mechanism (5.37kWh)
-1 x PowerBrick 24V-50Ah battery for control and lighting (1.2kWh).

Zeus ride is a true technical challenge and a scene forever engraved in the eyes of the whole world. This is undoubtedly one of the most memorable creations of the Olympic Games Opening Ceremony.

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Use Case : Energy optimization with solar panels and batteries

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Energy optimization with solar panels and batteries

For our business needs, we’ve been thinking about optimizing our energy consumption with solar panels and batteries.
The start of this process coincided with the receipt of our energy bill for December 2022. For the first time, it had exceeded the psychological threshold of 10K Euros…

So it was time to install solar panels on our roof and store this energy in our batteries, finally sending it back to our building in the form of three-phase, 30KW continuous current.
The special feature of the system is that this energy source is configured in parallel with the building’s power supply. If the batteries are empty, the building’s power supply will be provided by our energy supplier. If there is a power cut, the batteries will take over to continue supplying the building.

In normal operation, the batteries should provide enough power to compensate for our consumption without using the building’s power supply.
The solar system consists of 32 solar panels with a peak power of 420W, giving a theoretical peak power of 13KW. This isn’t enough to cover the building’s needs, but it does produce enough power to offset a good part of our consumption.

solar panels for energy storage using PowerModule

Three-phase production is provided by three VICTRON Multiplus 10KW configured for three-phase 400V, connected directly to the building’s electrical input.

For energy storage, we use 27 PowerModules in parallel, i.e. 145KWh of storage, which covers the entire daily consumption in winter.

To ensure that the battery is 100% charged every morning, a top-up charge is programmed every night from the electrical grid. This charging is carried out at an “off-peak” rate, i.e. at around 50% less than the full rate.
Commissioned in June 2023, this system enables us to reduce our electricity bill by 60-70%. The savings achieved depend on sunshine conditions throughout the year.

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Real time monitoring and telemetry service launched for PowerRack® and PowerModule® battery system

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Monitoring & Telemetry Interface for PowerRack
Monitoring & Telemetry Interface for PowerRack® and PowerModule®

The Monitoring and Telemetry service is now available for our PowerRack® and PowerModule® battery system.

This service allows all battery operating parameters to be monitored in real time.

All information is collected by WIFI, 3G/4G, or TCP-IP ethernet networks.

The service is based on a secure API-REST interface based in a secure cloud.

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Monitoring Site LogsMonitoring Site Logs
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Monitoring ParametersMonitoring Parameters

The main features of the service are as follows:

Remote configuration

  • Parameter setting of all battery functions and operating thresholds (temperature range, voltage range, current range, power range, warning thresholds, maximum discharge depth, etc.)
  • More than 70 accessible parameters
  • Remote firmware update

Remote monitoring

  • Viewing all battery operating data
  • Early phase incident detection
  • Consultation of parameters in the form of graphs and tables
  • Fleet management and preventive maintenance

Data history

  • The data is compressed into 5 levels according to their age
  • The average, minimum and maximum values of each parameter are kept indefinitely
  • Data consultation by a “Time-Shift” function

Consultation 24-7 via WEB Interface

  • The data is accessible on any Internet browser (PC or smartphone) with secure access to the platform
  • The data is accessible from a database cluster and saved on a daily basis
  • Management of user profiles and access rights for data consultation.
  • all stored data is encrypted with strong algorithm for privacy

SMS or Email alert management

  • An SMS or email alert can be configured to be triggered according to the parameters defined by the user.
  • Alerts can automatically open an assistance or maintenance ticket on the ticketing tools available at the customer’s premises

The service requires a subscription that supports the provision of the “Gateway” module for the PowerRack or PowerModule, the communication package, the rental of a dedicated or shared server.

The system is now operational for the PowerRack® range.

EDIT November 2019 : It is also now operational for PowerModule® product range.

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PowerModule certified for marine application and obtains Type Approval Certification(TAC) from Bureau Veritas

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PowerModule certified for marine application

PowerModule certified for marine application

Saint Cyr l’Ecole, France, Dec 2023

Today marks a major step forward for PowerTech Systems, which has obtained marine Type Approval Certification (TAC) for its PowerModule range of modular batteries.

This international-wide certification, obtained from the Bureau Veritas Marine et Offshore organization, guarantees that the PowerModule complies with several standards, tests and procedures:

  • IEC 62619:2022 (Standard for cell safety and resistance to thermal runaway)
  • IEC 62620:2014 (Lithium ion cell durability standard)
  • Vibration and environmental tests for marine safety
  • Electrical and functional testing
  • ISO 9001 quality system

Battery modules are also tested and certified for safe transport of lithium-ion batteries (UN38.3 standard).

Thanks to its equivalence with other certification bodies (DNV-GL, LOYDS, RINA, etc.), this certification enables PowerModules to be used in all naval electrification projects requiring international marine classification.

Please do not hesitate to contact us for any project requiring certified marine batteries.

PowerModule certified for marine application