The ZBC 1000-1200, recently launched by Atlas Copco, is the largest energy storage system (ESS) on the market, the company said. Delivering 1MW of power from a single unit, the new ZBC 1000-1200 is built using the same battery technology as Atlas Copco鈥檚 existing range of ESS that were designed to deliver a reliable source of power and enable users to reduce emissions by up to 90 percent while saving on costs.

Atlas Copco said the new ZBC 1000-1200 is ideal for demanding rental applications, including construction, mining, events, ports and emergency power.

The ZBC 1000-1200 is the largest energy storage system on the market, according to Atlas Copco.

The ZBC 1000-1200 a plug and play device, meaning users can save installation time as there is no need for bolting cables to busbars. It was designed to be easy to use, providing quick and easy connection with a power lock socket. The system uses Atlas Copco鈥檚 proven technology coupled with LiFePO4 Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries.

For additional durability, this battery energy storage system includes an advanced thermal management HVAC system so it can provide lasting power from -20掳C to +50掳C, and it is suitable for use at higher altitudes, plus offering extra winterization fit for more climate challenges, according to the company.

ZBC models provide users with flexibility as they can operate as a standalone solution or in hybrid mode with several sources of energy, the company said. For users wanting even more power or to set up the systems as a mini grid, these battery packs are scalable, with up to 16 units connected in parallel, delivering up to 16MW of power.

Using a ZBC 1000-1200 on a construction or event site means that users can reduce the number of generators needed, drastically reducing fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. By using these battery packs, users can also reduce the need for fuel management servicing and maintenance associated with generators, reducing operational costs.

As well, when the ZBC is installed as a hybrid solution, working alongside generators, it can increase the lifetime and utilisation of those generators. Providing versatility, the ZBC can be connected with generators from all manufacturers, with the battery energy storage system acting as a primary power source and generators as the secondary source, Atlas Copco said.

鈥淢ultiple generators are frequently used to create a power plant within mining sites,鈥� the company said. 鈥淗owever, these are now being replaced by one energy storage system to achieve the same power levels. The 1 MW ZBC energy storage system is ideal for a microgrid solution for electrical shovels, tunnel boring machines and substations. This battery ESS is also ideal for emergency power use as it supplies power instantly in case of a grid power failure, with fast energy transfer.鈥�

Generators typically experience a delay, but the new battery system eliminates the risk of blackouts and provides operators with peace of mind that electricity will be available immediately, so they can keep their critical operations running, according to Onur Talas, product marketing manager at Atlas Copco Portable Power and Flow.

Applications that have a high initial load will also benefit from the new 1 MW ESS. For example, large cranes within ports require approximately 10 times higher nominal power to start. The ZBC 1000-1200 can easily handle this larger inrush current, Talas said.

To ensure optimal performance, all of the energy systems are available with Atlas Copco鈥檚 user-friendly and intuitive energy management system, the ECO Controller. The ECO monitors and controls the system by integrating performance data and centralizing all hybrid energy sources. The controller effectively communicates with all components in the installation, such as inverters, batteries, solar charge controllers, energy meters, and third-party monitoring systems.

All ZBC battery pack systems also connect to Atlas Copco鈥檚 intelligent telematics system, FleetLink, so users can remotely monitor their machines in real time to optimize fleet usage, reduce maintenance costs, and ultimately save time and money.

鈥淥ur next-generation energy storage solution is our biggest yet, with 1MW power and an energy capacity of 1200 kWh packed into an HQ 20ft container,鈥� said Talas. 鈥淚t has been specially designed to provide a reliable and long-lasting power solution for the most critical rental applications that require a constant and significant flow of energy.鈥�

Atlas Copco now has eight battery energy storage system models in its portfolio, ranging from the compact ZBP portable variants starting at 2kW of power to this new largest 1MW ZBC container variant. For more information about Atlas Copco鈥檚 range of energy storage systems, click here: Energy Storage Systems - Atlas Copco UK