hofer powertrain, a leading powertrain solutions specialist, is revving up UK battery testing with its expanded capabilities in Warwick. This move, fueled by Keysight’s cutting-edge technology, promises faster, more precise insights for electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers.
The booming EV market demands high-performance, innovative batteries, posing challenges for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) navigating a diverse battery landscape. Doubling down on testing capabilities and forging reliable partnerships becomes crucial.
Accelerating Innovation, One Volt at a Time:
hofer powertrain boasts over 20 years of experience, collaborating with top global EV brands and Tier 1 suppliers. This expertise, now readily available in Warwick, empowers UK customers with increased testing capacities. From individual cells to complete packs, hofer powertrain streamlines the process, reducing logistical hurdles and accelerating project timelines.
Fast-Track Testing with Top-Tier Tech:
The Warwick facility boasts:
- Climate chambers for comprehensive cell, module, and pack testing: Simulating diverse conditions for exceptional durability.
- Specialized battery cycler for real-life testing: Determining battery capacity with utmost accuracy.
- Keysight’s SL1007A Scienlab Battery Test System: Delivering detailed insights into battery aging and internal resistance.
- Advanced swelling performance tests: Ensuring robust battery solutions for long life.
Synergy Fuels Success:
Sebastian Brueckmann, Head of Battery and Testing Department (UK), emphasizes, “Our collaboration with Keysight lets us rapidly deploy innovative testing solutions. We aim to provide UK customers with bespoke testing tailored to their needs, ensuring quality and safety for EV batteries.”
Thomas Goetzl, VP and GM of Automotive and Energy Solutions at Keysight, adds, “This partnership brings hofer powertrain’s expertise closer to the UK, empowering OEMs to gain faster, more accurate insights while reducing risk and accelerating time-to-market.”
Beyond Testing, Building the Future:
hofer powertrain’s UK expansion goes beyond just testing. They aim to enhance their focus on battery design, bringing market-relevant solutions, innovative technologies, and patented expertise to UK shores.
With its expanded capabilities and strategic partnership, hofer powertrain is poised to propel the UK’s EV battery development to new heights. This is a win for both hofer powertrain and the UK, driving the industry towards a future powered by faster, safer, and more efficient EV batteries.
