Where are man batteries made?

The German state of Bavaria supports research and development of battery technology at MAN’s Nuremberg facility with approximately €30 million. It has enabled the integration of laser-welded cells, which MAN describes as the “most innovative, efficient and gentle production technology in battery module construction.”

How much money will the company invest in battery production?

To this end, the company will invest around 100 million euros over the next five years at the tradition-rich production site for combustion engines. Production capacities will be expanded to over 100,000 batteries per year. The investments in the development of battery production will secure 350 jobs with a promising future.

How do man batteries work?

Using an 8 kW disc laser, robot-guided optics, and highly precise sensors, individual battery cells are electrically connected with the utmost precision and quality. MAN works with the Technical University of Munich to advance this technology for the future generation of batteries.

What makes man a state-of-the-art battery manufacturer?

But it is not just the batteries produced in Nuremberg that are state-of-the-art – the production process also boasts a technological highlight: MAN is implementing modular production – i.e. a system without a conveyor belt or cycle that can handle different product variants and be easily adapted to new variants.

How many man batteries can be produced a year?

In the current expansion stage, 50,000 battery packs per year can be produced there, with a possible maximum of 100,000 units – the exact figure depends on the respective market situation. MAN uses NMC cell chemistry (nickel-manganese-cobalt) in its batteries, which has been specially adapted to the operation of commercial vehicles.

What is a battery management system (BMS)?

The battery management system (BMS) continuously monitors the condition of the cells during operation. And if an unforeseen event occurs, the BMS takes internal measures to ensure a safe condition. Power packs: MAN uses a cell chemistry in its batteries that has been specially adapted to the operation of commercial vehicles.