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AKASOL develops second-generation lithium-ion battery systems for Mercedes-Benz’ eCitaro

16.07.2018

Daimler Buses’ and AKASOL’s long-term cooperation for the development and mass-production of battery systems for the electric bus eCitaro is going from strength to strength. In autumn, serial production of the first-generation battery system AKASYSTEM OEM will begin in Langen (Hesse, Germany) as planned. Meanwhile, AKASOL is starting to develop second-generation lithium-ion battery systems in close cooperation with Daimler Buses.

More energy for the long haul

14.05.2018

New battery module with very high energy density for coaches and trucks

AKASOL introduces their first cylindrical-cells battery system with very high energy density (221 Wh/kg) at The Battery Show Europe. AKAModule 60 CYC allows building high-energy battery systems thanks to its modular structure. This enables long distance journeys for commercial vehicles such as intercity coaches, buses and trucks while at the same time offering a long life-time. At stand B386 AKASOL will present battery system AKASYSTEM 15 AKM 60 CYC with 40 kWh as an example.

Daimler subsidiary EvoBus chooses AKASOL

09.04.2018

AKASOL supplies battery systems for the electric Citaro by EvoBus

AKASOL, based in Darmstadt (Germany), is now manufacturing lithium-ion battery systems for Daimler subsidiary EvoBus. The leading European bus manufacturer plans to launch its new electric bus Citaro at the IAA Commercial Vehicles in September. These buses will be fitted with up to ten of AKASOL’s AKASYSTEM OEM battery packs (max. 243 kilowatt hours). The innovative technology combines high demands on performance charging and discharging, energy density and lifespan.

AKASOL partners with Diesel Center for high-perfomance hybrid propulsion systems for superyachts

24.01.2018

AKASOL at the boot show 2018

AKASOL delivers eight battery systems to Sanlorenzo for 32m hybrid yacht and presents innovative propulsion system E-Motion on display at Boot Duesseldorf show (Sanlorenzo booth Hall 6, A41).

Langen plant to produce lithium-ion systems for 10,000 European electric buses

17.11.2017

AKASOL opens Europe’s largest production facility

AKASOL today announces the opening of a new semi-automated production facility for high-performance lithium-ion battery systems for commercial vehicles. The eMobility pioneer and European market leader has invested €10 million into the new commercial plant at Langen, creating 150 new jobs for the Hesse region in coming months.

AKASOL shows next generation high-performance battery systems for e-buses

13.10.2017

The AKASYSTEM OEM system will be used by two European bus manufacturers from next year

At Busworld Europe (Kortrijk, October 20–25, 2017) AKASOL will present its AKASYSTEM OEM battery system as a complete roof installation including the chiller and other additional components. This system has allowed AKASOL to be very successful in the market for electric and hybrid buses. From 2018, two well-known European bus manufacturers will using the technology in Germany, with plans to equip around 10,000 e-buses over the next few years. AKASOL is now expanding its production facilities in order to meet growing demand and further customer orders.

Clean air in underground mines

22.08.2017

AKASOL supplies lithium-ion battery systems to Canadian mining equipment provider MEDATECH

Based in Collingwood (Ontario), Medatech Ltd., the Canadian provider of sustainable drive systems for the mining industry, now incorporates AKASOL GmbH's AKASystem AKM NANO lithium-ion battery systems into its designs for electrically powered equipment and drives. Medatech will equip everything from drilling and anchoring machines to heavy transport vehicles with the systems in order to meet the extremely high performance requirements that apply to opencast and underground mines.

Two battery pioneers set sail together

02.06.2017

AKASOL and ZEM announce partnership to develop lithium ion batteries for maritime use

AKASOL, the German expert for lithium-ion battery systems, and ZEM, the Norwegian pioneer of maritime energy storage solutions, have worked together on the development of AKAZEM. The result is a unique autonomous IP 67-compliant liquid cooled modular system that can be combined in a “lego-like” fashion to meet smaller vessels’ space and power requirements up to a 2C power range at costs that opens many new applications. The first joint product, AKAZEM 15 OEM, is a self-contained modular battery unit specifically designed for work boats in the aquaculture industry, fishing boats and smaller passenger ferries. This self-contained 24kWh IP 67 system is likely to become a game changer, as its quality, safety and price are based on the large-series-production of the AKASystem OEM designed for buses.

Large-scale expansion of production capacities

17.05.2017

Two new production sites for series production

With a new facility featuring over 3,000 m2 of production halls and office space in Langen, as well as an additional 700 m2 of halls at the headquarters in Darmstadt, lithium-ion battery system pioneer AKASOL is launching two further production sites at once. Starting in 2018, up to 150 members of staff will begin series assembly of lithium-ion battery systems for leading European bus manufacturers, in what will be the largest plant in Langen. By the end of 2017, the automated and automotive-focused series production line will be set up and put into operation.

Leading the way with clean energy

12.05.2017

AKASYSTEM OEM Lithium-Ion battery system for electric yachts, boats and ships: Robust, efficient and cost-effective

High-performance, customizable batteries for demanding applications in ships and yachts have traditionally been very costly. At this year's Electric & Hybrid Marine World Expo, AKASOL is presenting a promising solution: the AKASystem OEM. This compact, modular lithium-ion battery system is an ideal solution for yachts, offshore supply and drilling ships, excursion boats, tugs and ferries, as well as for mobile port equipment.

Triathlon-class battery systems

28.02.2017

E-mobility battery modules by AKASOL achieve excellent results in long-term endurance tests.

One of the most critical issues for electrically powered vehicles is ensuring the long service life and consistent performance of their battery systems. Over the course of an eight-month endurance test, the experts at German e-mobility pioneer AKASOL subjected the latest generation of the company’s battery modules, AKAMODULE 46Ah and 53Ah, to a range of extreme conditions. The test generated a wealth of impressive data.

Major contract confirms status as a technological leader

23.01.2017

AKASOL supplies lithium-ion battery systems for series production of e-buses

An internationally operating commercial vehicle manufacturer based in northern Europe has entrusted AKASOL with the serial production of lithium-ion battery systems for its entire fleet of e-buses. The contract, which represents hundreds of millions of euros and lasts until 2023, outlines a close, long-term partnership between both companies and involves the supply of up to 4,500 battery systems.

Cost-effective and efficient: AKASystem OEM

22.09.2016

Premiere: lithium-ion battery systems for series production commercial vehicles

High-performance, customisable batteries for demanding applications in commercial vehicles have traditionally been very costly, but AKASOL is presenting the world premiere of a promising new solution at this year’s IAA Commercial Vehicles (Hanover 22–29 September 2016): the AKASystem OEM. The compact, modular lithium-ion battery system is particularly well-suited for use in commercial vehicles such as buses, lorries, construction vehicles or other specialised vehicles.

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Same space, much wider range: AKASOL develops second-generation lithium-ion battery systems for Mercedes-Benz’ eCitaro