Hyperbat is a joint venture between Fortescue WAE and Unipart Manufacturing Group that was formed with a mission to manufacture innovative high-voltage battery solutions, optimised for high-performance and specialist applications.
Hyperbat is the UK’s leading manufacturer of high-performance electric vehicle battery packs and aims to become the UK leader in high-voltage battery systems, supporting UK plc by growing the UK battery technology supply chain. Hyperbat’s UK battery manufacturing plans to bridge the gap between low-volume prototype build and high-volume hybrid and electric vehicle production.
Vision
The leading UK, manufacturer of high-voltage battery systems.
Mission
To manufacture innovative high-voltage battery solutions, optimised for high-performance and specialist applications.
Unique Proposition
Combining engineering excellence, with advanced manufacturing processes, ensuring quality and safety.
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At Fortescue ZERO, the company is driven by a commitment to play a vital role in the global race to decarbonise the planet. As a pioneering force in the clean energy industry, Fortescue ZERO is dedicated to delivering high-performance, cost-efficient, and zero-emissions power systems that power progress and sustainability.
The foundation is built on the company's motorsport DNA, which has instilled a relentless pursuit of innovation and efficiency; pushing the boundaries of what is possible. Through motorsport, Fortescue ZERO has honed its expertise in cutting-edge technologies and is proud to apply this knowledge in the real world, developing complex mobility solutions that make a tangible impact.
Fortescue’s acquisition of Williams Advanced Engineering in 2022 signified a strategic move towards decarbonisation and zero-emission technologies for heavy industry. Learning from fast-paced and high-performing environment of motorsport technology, Fortescue ZERO have a wealth of expertise in designing and optimising cutting-edge solutions under stringent performance requirements and tight timelines.
Unipart is one of the UK’s largest independent companies; specialising in manufacturing, logistics and consultancy. The company is at the forefront of innovative new technologies, developing and delivering products to improve industry’s need for better fuel economy, performance and lower emissions. Using sophisticated manufacturing techniques, projects are accelerated from research to product and process solutions resulting in innovative product design and manufacturing solutions.
Complete Technology Solutions
Ability to tailor solutions to meet individual customer requirements. Can utilise design from customer, third party, or collaborate on a ground-up design.
Options to utilise both off-the-shelf modules or bespoke module designs, harnessing advanced cell electrochemistry and innovative thermal management systems.
Close collaboration to optimise Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA), with focus on cost, quality and delivery.
Cell agnostic product, from multiple cell suppliers meeting customer requirements.
Applicable across industry, including automotive, marine, aerospace & defence.
Flexible approach to cell and module supply, using multiple cell chemistries and formats: cylindrical, prismatic and pouch.
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Life Cycle
Value Chain Solutions
Manufacturing Solutions
The facility is about to double in size to meet current needs, with plans to double again in the next 2 years.
The factory is based on the site of a former exhaust plant and reintroduces manufacturing to the area, with an environmentally sustainable future.
Capacity of the factory is approximately 10,000 packs per year.
Showcasing innovation and high-value manufacturing the facility includes light-guide technology, “cobots” and multiple welding technologies, to ensure productivity, traceability and quality assurance.
Delivering TS16949 battery standard from the outset.
Hyperbat is creating high-value jobs and aims to become the UK leader in high-volume battery systems.
For further information, please contact@hyperbat.com