Why smart metering is the future of energy supply and why nothing works in this area without reliable frequency components and stable power sources
Everyone is talking about “smart metering”. But what exactly is this buzzword all about? And why would this technology be pretty much useless without frequency-stable clocks and reliable power sources? By “smart metering”, we are talking about a technology that monitors and analyzes energy consumption in residential and commercial facilities in real time. “Smart meters”
- Published in Battery Technology, Frequency Control Products
One Year of the New European battery Regulation EU 2023/1542 – Interview with Sönke Zacher
One year ago in February 2024 the new European Battery Regulation EU 2023/1542 came into force. What impact does the new regulation have on everyone who deals with batteries in their daily lives? We spoke with Sönke Zacher, Head of Project Management at Jauch: Sönke Zacher: The new battery regulation brings many innovations. It was
- Published in Battery Technology
The New European Battery Regulation EU 2023/1542: What You Need to Know
Did you know that the new European Battery Regulation came into effect last year? This regulation, officially known as “Battery Regulation EU 2023/1542,” introduces numerous changes and higher standards for the sustainability, performance, and labelling of batteries. The new Battery Regulation was published on 28th July 2023, came into force on 17th August 2023, and
- Published in Battery Technology
New test and certification center for cells and batteries:Jauch strengthens its role as a development partner
Lithium ion batteries are indispensable for modern, mobile applications, offering high energy density, compact design and a multitude of technical advantages. However, the complexity of safety and approval procedures poses significant challenges for companies developing battery-powered devices. This is precisely where Jauch comes in, with its new test and certification center at the company headquarters
- Published in Battery Technology
Lithium polymer vs. lithium thionyl chloride batteries: a comparison
In a world where the demand for powerful and long-lasting batteries is constantly growing, different technologies are competing to meet the needs of a wide range of applications. Among the promising options, rechargeable lithium polymer batteries and primary lithium thionyl chloride batteries are at the top of the list. Both are lithium batteries and are
- Published in Battery Technology, Uncategorized
Hot, hotter, battery problems? How to protect your battery-powered devices in summer
Summer is now slowly getting underway in Germany and we are all looking forward to the high temperatures. But have you ever thought about what this means for your battery-powered device? The heat has a significant impact on the performance and lifespan of batteries in portable devices such as smartphones, laptops and cameras. In this
- Published in Battery Technology
How is the life of a rechargeable battery determined?
Have you ever wondered why you have to recharge your smartphone battery at increasingly shorter intervals after 1 to 2 years of use? Of course, the phenomenon is not limited to the battery in the smartphone – every rechargeable battery inevitably loses storage capacity over time. But what is the reason for this? And how
- Published in Battery Technology
How is the service life of primary lithium batteries determined?
We know lithium batteries mainly from our smartphones, laptops, or smartwatches: all devices that can be recharged again and again once the battery is empty, but not all lithium batteries are rechargeable. Some chemistries, generally CR (lithium manganese dioxide) and ER (lithium thionyl chloride) batteries, may not be recharged under any circumstances. Both types of
- Published in Battery Technology
Customer Success Story: Lunch from the mini-steamer – thanks to battery power from anywhere
Long lines at the microwave in the university canteen, a short lunch break and then the food also loses its taste and vitamins. For the trio of founders of the start-up Nexenic, this was the reason to revolutionize the topic of Mealprep. The product: the Steasy® mobile mini-steamer With Steasy®, food can be heated up
Customer Success Story: Reliable Power Supply for Epilepsy Detection during Sleep
Approximately 1 percent of people worldwide suffer from epilepsy. In numbers, that’s one in 100 to one in 150 people. In 30 percent of them, the disease is even incurable. This means that they are unable to control their seizures with the help of medication. Recurrent seizures are the result. “Seizures that occur during sleep
- Published in Battery Technology, Customer Success Stories