Waaree ESS Opens 5.15 GWh BESS Container Manufacturing Facility, Marks First Milestone In Planned 20 GWh Capacity Expansion
Mumbai: Waaree Energy Storage Solutions (Waaree ESS) on Thursday announced the commencement of its Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Container Manufacturing Facility. The facility, with a capacity of 5.15 GWh, is the first milestone in Waaree ESS's planned 20 GWh manufacturing roadmap.
Increased Capacity
Initially planned for 3.5 GWh, the facility's capacity was uprated to 5.15 GWh. This increase was driven by improved production throughput and higher energy density in battery cells, the company said.
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The new BESS container plant incorporates Industry 4.0 technologies. It features Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), intelligent material handling systems, automated assembly lines, and advanced testing and quality assurance systems.
Target Applications
Designed for both utility-scale and commercial and industrial applications, the facility will produce energy storage solutions. Waaree ESS expects these solutions to be reliable and scalable.
Future Expansion Plans
For the current financial year, Waaree ESS intends to operationalise additional facilities. These include a 5.15 GWh battery pack manufacturing facility and a 3.5 GWh lithium cell manufacturing unit.
Domestic Ecosystem Impact
The company stated that these combined facilities will create a robust domestic energy storage ecosystem. This is expected to support India's clean energy goals and reduce reliance on imported technologies.
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