ACCUPOWER, founded in 1998 and headquartered in Graz, Austria, specializes in developing, manufacturing, and distributing advanced battery and charging solutions. The company offers custom-designed products for various industries, including automotive, medical technology, and sports. They service range from technical conception and prototyping to serial production. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, ACCUPOWER ensures high-quality standards in all products, supported by comprehensive research and development efforts.
What are the main areas of activity of the company?
The primary areas include extensive research and development, prototyping, and custom battery solutions tailored to specific industry needs. We handle the entire process from technical conception to serial production. Our project management ensures seamless execution, and we also provide comprehensive training and knowledge transfer. Additionally, we offer specialized designs and solutions, focusing on various battery technologies such as lithium-iron-phosphate, lithium-ion, nickel-metal-hydride, nickel-cadmium, lithium-polymer, and sodium-ion. Our expertise extends to both hardware and software solutions, incorporating protective electronics, energy management indicators, and power conversion systems. We are dedicated to maintaining high quality and safety standards across all our products and services.
What’s the news about new products/services?
At ACCUPOWER, we continuously innovate and develop new products, primarily due to our focus on prototyping. Currently, we are developing the AMEX LITE, a more compact version of the conventional Accumotion Extender. Like the AMEX (Short for Accumotion Extender), the AMEX LITE is designed to function without interruptions. This is achieved by using multiple batteries that can be swapped during operation, ensuring continuous performance and reliability for critical applications.
What are the ranges of products/services?
Our product range extends from conventional lithium-ion or iron phosphate batteries to nickel or sodium batteries. We are constantly evolving to offer our customers the ideal solution for their projects. In project execution, we support the customer from prototype to mass production. The software is also specially developed according to customer requirements at our facility. We place particular emphasis on custom protection electronics, ensuring worry-free safety for every battery. Each newly developed battery’s protection electronics are specifically tailored to its structure and configuration.
What is the state of the market where you are currently active?
The battery market is highly competitive, with growing demand driven by sectors like electric vehicles, renewable energy storage, and portable electronics. Innovations in battery technology, such as increased energy density and faster charging times, are crucial to meeting the needs of a market increasingly focused on sustainability and efficiency.
What can you tell us about market trends?
Currently, lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries dominate the market due to their high energy density. However, sustainability and fire safety concerns drive research into alternative materials. The trend is moving towards sustainable solutions that can match or exceed the performance of LiFePO4 batteries, with a focus on eco-friendly and efficient energy storage options that maintain high performance and safety standards. Additionally, there is a growing emphasis on recycling and reusing battery components to further enhance sustainability.
What are the most innovative products/services marketed?
One of our most innovative products is the AMEX+, specifically developed for exhaust emission testing in the automotive industry. This battery system is designed to run continuously for several hours, and it allows for battery swapping during operation. This feature ensures uninterrupted testing, making it highly efficient and reliable for critical automotive testing environments.
Another notable innovation is a lithium-ion battery system for a Segway-based wheelchair. This medical device is crucial for users who depend on the wheelchair’s functionality. The battery incorporates the latest protection electronics with three safety levels to ensure it operates safely and reliably. Additionally, the specially designed, fanless, and silent chargers prevent overheating and ensure quiet operation, making it ideal for indoor use.
What estimations do you have for 2024?
ACCUPOWER anticipates continued growth and expansion in the sustainable energy sector. We plan to dive deeper into research on sustainable batteries, focusing on developing eco-friendly alternatives that maintain or improve the performance of current technologies.