Battery production services

The rapid growth of the e-mobility and energy storage sectors is driving unprecedented demand for high-performance batteries. By 2030, Europe alone is projected to require 4.7 TWh of battery capacity, necessitating the establishment of numerous advanced battery production facilities. This surge is fuelled by the global transition to electric mobility, renewable energy integration, and increasing consumer reliance on portable devices.

Battery production is a complex process that involves cutting-edge technology, stringent safety protocols, and adherence to a variety of international and local regulations. Manufacturers and operators must ensure their facilities are equipped to handle these demands efficiently while complying with the evolving regulatory landscape. This requires battery production testing, feasibility studies, technical due diligence and more. TÜV SÜD’s comprehensive suite of battery production services can help manufacturers and operators with these requirements.

Rising demand for e-mobility and energy storage solutions

Electric vehicles (EVs) are key to sustainability and require high-capacity, durable batteries. Renewable energy systems rely on energy storage technologies.

Focus on sustainability and circular economy

Sustainability in battery production is crucial for minimising environmental impact, conserving resources, and meeting consumer expectations.

Critical role in decarbonisation

Batteries support renewable energy deployment and grid stabilisation. They are essential for reducing carbon emissions in transport, energy, and electronics.

Safety challenges

Improperly designed or managed battery production facilities can cause significant safety risks such as fire hazards and environmental contamination.

Regulatory compliance

Regulations such as the EU Battery Regulation 2023/1542 are mandating stricter compliance. They cover emissions, production, operation, disposal, and more.

Global market access

Battery manufacturers seek access to multiple global markets, requiring compliance with diverse regulatory frameworks such as CE marking and ISO standards.

Economic and industrial impact

The battery industry is creating new economic opportunities, jobs, and innovation. Governments and investors are investing heavily in gigafactories.

Technological advancements

Innovations in lithium-ion, solid-state, and alternative batteries are reshaping the industry. Automation, AI, and machine learning are transforming production.

Costs and timelines

High safety standards are vital to obtain permits. Efficient project planning and supplier adherence are vital to minimise project delays and cost overruns.

TÜV SÜD provides services tailored to the specific needs of e-mobility and energy storage industries. From type approval for charging equipment to functional safety of hydrogen and fuel cells, TÜV SÜD supports innovation and market expansion while ensuring safety and compliance.

We balance our global network with deep expertise in local regulations and standards, acquired over decades of experience with complex and large-scale projects.

Our comprehensive services include risk assessments, battery production testing, market-ready certification in compliance with diverse standards such as the EU Battery Regulation 2023/1542, global market access, and more.

Our sustainability focus can help you achieve environmentally friendly and efficient battery production.

Our services include: 
Battery production

• Feasibility studies and technical due diligence.
• Risk assessment during planning and construction (ISO 31000).
• Permit and approval process support (BImSchG).
• Manufacturing and construction supervision.
• Tender and contract management, claim management, site assessment, property valuation.
• Machinery services and equipment qualification – CE conformity & marking, regulation compliance, supplier management, industry 4.0 readiness, cyber security.
• Design review fire protection concepts (building law) and fire risk assessment.
• Support grid code compliance and grid certification.
• Support energy efficiency (German Building Energy Act, GEG) and sustainability (LLED, BREEAM) of buildings.
• Plant safety, optimisation, emissions, failure analysis, technical advisory.
• Technical due diligence for second use batteries.

Battery as a Product (BaaP)

• Global market access.
• Testing of components, equipment and battery prototypes (module, cell, system).
• Performance/lifecycle tests under different climatic conditions for battery systems.
• Battery cell life cycle simulation.
• Battery module parameter determination.
• High performance cycling tests.
• Environmental/durability tests (vibration, dust, humidity, EMC, chemical influence).
• Safety/abuse tests (overcharge, external short circuit, water intrusion, fire resistance, ECE R100 Rev. 2 & GB, etc.).
• Failure analysis, test of batteries inside car.
• 2nd life battery analysis and tests.
• Support with EU Battery Regulation 2023/1542.

Other general services for battery plant and production

• Training on high voltage; security requirements and testing criteria of lithium ion batteries; functional and electrical safety.
• Technical advisory services on local compliance regulations of new production plant.
• Energy efficiency services.
• Sustainable battery production.
• TISAX audit preparation, IATF 16949, ISO 9001/50001/140001, CSR audits, etc.

Special applications- e-Mobility (from e-bike to NEV)

• Battery testing.
• Battery certification.
• Cooling testing.
• Type approval.
• Functional safety.
• Hydrogen and fuel cell.
• Pedelec and e-bike.
• Charging equipment.
• Electrical safety.
• Training.