US-based photonic supplier Coherent has launched the WELD1D+, a next-generation laser welding processing head with integrated application programming interface (API) control. The WELD1D+ supports a range of applications across industries that require high-productivity welding solutions, including automotive, electric vehicle, consumer electronics and heavy industrial manufacturing markets. It is designed to give manufacturers greater flexibility and… Read more »
Finnish energy and marine equipment manufacturer Wärtsilä has been selected as the electrical integrator for a battery extension project for the Wasaline ROPAX ferry Aurora Botnia, which operates between Vaasa, Finland and Umeå, Sweden. The Aurora Botnia ferry, which is operated by Wasaline, is equipped with dual-fuel engines and batteries. It uses biogas and batteries… Read more »
The Canadian government has agreed to provide Northern Graphite with a repayable contribution of up to $6.225 million to support extending the life of the company’s Lac des Îles graphite mine in Quebec. The interest-free and unsecured contribution will be provided by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) and delivered by The Economic Development Agency of Canada… Read more »
EVSE manufacturer Tellus Power has unveiled two new 600 kW DC fast charger systems: a distributed system and an all-in-one unit. Both are designed for flexible deployment across various applications, including fleet and public charging sites. The distributed system supports anywhere from one to eight dispensers from a single 600 kW power cabinet, allowing operators… Read more »
Commercial EV manufacturer ZM Trucks has opened its US headquarters and assembly facility in Fontana, California and debuted its ZM8 commercial truck in the US. The new facility, located 49 miles from downtown Los Angeles, spans 9.67 acres and includes a 210,000-square-foot factory floor. The company has also relocated its regional headquarters. The opening follows… Read more »
South Korean battery materials firm POSCO Future M, a subsidiary of steelmaking giant POSCO, says it has completed the pilot development of cathode material portfolio for all EV classes. The company has developed ultra-high-nickel cathode materials for premium EVs and high-voltage mid-nickel cathode materials for standard EVs. The materials for batteries in premium EVs maximize… Read more »
Lithium battery developer ProLogium Technology has formed a partnership with French public research organization CEA to develop a solid-state battery module with a Design-for-Disassembly structure. The companies have been collaborating since November 2024 to create a battery system that combines high energy density with a modular, easy-to-dismantle design. This approach aims to enhance the ability… Read more »
Sponsored by Atkins & Pearce. The surge in electric vehicle adoption has spotlighted high-performance braided sleeving manufacturers as automakers push for solutions that can keep pace with rapidly advancing technology. With higher voltages, faster charging speeds and growing power demands, EV cables are under more stress than ever. Cable protection prevents overheating, reduces wear from… Read more »
Green Watt Power, a division of Powerland Technology, has introduced four new base models to its Diamond Series of ruggedized, waterproof, fully-potted chargers for material handling equipment. The chargers range from 650 W to 1,000 W and 15 V to 86 V output. They have universal AC input and support charging of lithium-ion as well… Read more »
This week, Charged hosted a virtual conference on EV engineering that included live webinar sessions with interactive Q&As. All live sessions were recorded and are now available to watch on demand. You can access the recorded videos on each session’s registration page. Just like the content Charged brings you every day, conference topics spanned the entire EV… Read more »
