Clean tech trailblazer Allye, renowned for its cutting-edge smart battery technology platform, is set to showcase its latest innovation, the Max Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), at the prestigious UK Construction Week. The event, which is the UK's largest built environment gathering, takes place at the NEC Birmingham from October 3 to October 5.
Marking a significant leap in sustainability, Allye's Max BESS stands out as the first BESS to integrate mixed lithium-ion chemistry. This groundbreaking approach combines nickel-rich and LFP (lithium iron phosphate) repurposed battery packs sourced from electric vehicles in the automotive recycling supply chain. Allye estimates a reduction of 7 tonnes of CO2 emissions for every repurposed pack, underscoring the company's commitment to environmental responsibility.
The Max, now in its second functional prototype, was unveiled exclusively at the UK Construction Week event, showcasing Allye's rapid pace of innovation. The BESS underwent redesign and re-engineering following extensive testing, including on-grid and off-grid trials with leading blue-chip organisations.
A pivotal moment for Allye, the company is poised to deliver the Max to its first commercial customer in November. This milestone aligns with Allye's innovative Energy-Storage-as-a-Service (ESaaS) business model, aimed at making battery energy storage more accessible and affordable for commercial and industrial users. ESaaS eliminates upfront capital investment, providing immediate returns for customers by potentially reducing energy bills by up to 50% through intelligent software applications.
Jonathan Carrier, CEO of Allye, expressed his excitement, stating, “We are delighted to unveil our latest version of the Max at UK Construction Week. Since we unveiled the Max in July, we've been inundated with interest from a range of industries that see the value in our smart energy storage to lower costs, reduce emissions, and help accelerate the energy transition for the grid.”
Allye's Max is set to be exhibited alongside Munro Vehicles and the MK_1 full electric 4×4 at stand Z400 in the dedicated Net Zero section at UK Construction Week. This joint display underscores the potential for innovative, sustainable technology to decarbonise heavy industries and the built environment through zero-emission electric power and capability.
With a substantial capacity exceeding 300kWh, a three-phase output of 120kVA, and a gross weight just over 3 tonnes, including the trailer, the latest iteration of the Max promises increased power, capability, and efficiency. This is achieved through advanced technology and engineering innovations, targeting a potential 50% reduction in energy costs and a decreased environmental impact.
Allye's Max has undergone thorough on-grid and off-grid trials, delivering clean, silent power for various applications, effectively reducing electricity costs, eliminating emissions, and enhancing total cost of ownership.
Key features of the Max include its status as the world's first BESS to combine multiple batteries of different lithium-ion chemistries into a single system. The second version incorporates three nickel-rich repurposed EV batteries and one LFP repurposed EV battery. Allye's proprietary system control optimises system efficiency by independently managing the performance characteristics of each chemistry.
The Max's power capability has been upgraded to 120kVA, with higher-power variants in development, and the option for customization based on customer needs and end applications. The Max can be connected in parallel to increase energy capacity and boost total power output to 700kVA.
In a significant design enhancement, the Max now includes integrated solar panels for local power generation, supplying energy for low voltage systems. The design evolution also features an improved ‘grid skin' design, symbolizing the Max's role in supporting the grid while providing a premium and authentic aesthetic.
Jonathan Carrier concluded, “We have great momentum as we head toward series production next year.”
Allye, working in partnership with the electricity network, aims to accelerate the decarbonisation of the grid, helping commercial and residential customers lower energy costs by up to 50%. The company's flexible and modular energy storage systems leverage self-learning capabilities, intelligently managed via the cloud to maximize cycle life and arbitrage on electricity prices.
Through digital twins, machine learning, and Ai, Allye optimises the behaviour and performance of its collective assets, delivering benefits at both individual and system levels for end-users and the energy network. The Max represents the first in a series of intelligent BESS that will contribute to automated demand side response, increased flexibility, and a range of services, ultimately driving down electricity costs for end-users across the grid.