Resilient Energy Storage Scaled for Industrial Demands
Modular Battery Energy Storage Platforms Bridging from Seconds to Hours
Industrial energy systems demand reliability, fast response, and flexibility as grids evolve and loads grow. BorgWarner delivers industrial Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) built on an automotive-proven, chemistry-independent platform scales seamlessly from rack‑level backup to multi‑MWh battery energy storage systems.
From seconds to hours and from kilowatt‑hours to megawatt‑hours, customers deploy exactly the energy they need.
Find the Right Solution by Power and Energy
Every industrial application requires a different mix of power (time to charge/discharge) and energy (system size).
BorgWarner's industrial energy storage portfolio is organized around these two defining parameters, guiding you to the solution that best fits your technical requirements.
Generator Battery Solutions (GBS)
Generator interaction
Discharge Time: 1-3 minutes
System Size: 30-1,200 kWh
Battery Backup Units (BBU)
Rack-level uptime
Discharge Time: 1-3 minutes
System Size: 0.2-12 kWh
Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
Bridge to generator
Discharge Time: 15-60 minutes
System Size: 10-500 kWh
Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)
Energy optimization and grid interaction
Discharge Time: 1-4 hours
System Size: up to multi-MWh
(<7,000 kWh per system)
Let’s Design the Right Energy Storage Solution for You
Whether you need milliseconds of response, minutes of backup, or hours of energy, BorgWarner delivers industrial energy storage systems engineered for reliability, scalability, and long-term performance.
Generator Battery Systems
Our Generator Battery System is a flexible and industrialized stationary battery solution for applications such as UPS, backup power, microgrids, AI peak shaving, and renewable energy integration.
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Features
- Stationary energy storage system based on high-energy NMC battery technology
- Modular and scalable architecture for flexible system sizing up to 1200 kWh
- Configurable nominal system voltage 665 V or 1330 V
- Wide adjustable state-of-charge window for application-specific operation
- Automotive-grade battery management system with redundant safety architecture
- Active liquid-cooled thermal management for stable performance and long lifetime
- Industrialized serial platform with proven field experience
- Removable electronics unit (RCB) for easy service and repair
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Benefits
- Versatile application range:
Suitable for industrial UPS, long-duration backup, and energy storage - High investment security:
Proven serial platform with long warranty options up to 12 years - Fast availability:
Mature industrialized system, not a prototype solution - High operational reliability:
Automotive-derived safety and control architecture - Global compliance:
Manufactured in Europe and the USA - no Foreign Entity of Concern risks
- Versatile application range:
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Uninterruptible Power Supply
The UPS Battery System provides highly reliable, high-power energy storage for uninterruptible power supply applications.
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Features
- Scalable system concept designed for industrial and data center applications
- Optimized for OCP-compliant architectures and modern power infrastructures
- High-power battery technology optimized for rapid discharge
- Short-duration, high-reliability backup design
- High-power sodium ion cells for maximum performance (up to 20C)
- Standard industrial communication interfaces for system integration
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Benefits
- Maximum reliability:
Ensures uninterrupted operation or safe shutdown of critical systems - Fast reaction time:
Immediate power delivery during grid disturbances - High power density:
Optimized for short-duration, high-discharge UPS applications - Reduced operating effort:
Long lifetime and robust design minimize maintenance needs - Platform flexibility:
Cell-agnostic hardware and software architecture
- Maximum reliability:
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Battery Energy Storage Systems
BorgWarner’s Battery Energy Storage Systems are modular, flexible solutions designed specifically for Commercial & Industrial applications with heterogeneous load profiles and use cases.
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Features
- Modular system architecture with configurable battery pack configuration (5 - 8 packs per Cabinet)
- High-reliability, long-life LFP battery cells
- Energy duration configurable from 1 to 4 hours
- Integrated Control and Junction Box with advanced in-house Battery Management System
- Installed energy per system from 261 to 418 kWh
- Designed for flexible integration into C&I environments
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Benefits
- Optimized energy costs:
Enables peak shaving and load management to reduce electricity expenses - High system reliability:
Automotive-grade battery technology ensures long service life - Flexible scalability:
Modular design adapts to diverse site requirements and applications - Low total cost of ownership:
Optimized balance of performance, footprint, and system cost - Global support:
Backed by European production footprint and global service network
- Optimized energy costs:
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Battery Backup Unit
Our Battery Backup Unit delivers highly reliable, high-power backup energy for mission-critical data center infrastructure.
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Features
- Battery Backup Unit platform supporting NMC, LFP, or Sodium-Ion cell technologies
- Optimized for data center environments and short-duration backup applications
- High-power energy delivery for rapid discharge events (up to 20C)
- High cycle and calendar lifetime for permanent standby operation
- Compatibility with modern server, rack, and power architectures
- Compact, modular OCP-compliant design for rack or system integration
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Benefits
- Maximum uptime:
Immediate backup power protects critical IT infrastructure from outages - Fast response time:
Ensures seamless bridging during power interruptions - High power density:
Delivers the required discharge power for servers and network equipment - High reliability:
Designed for continuous standby operation with advanced monitoring - Use-case optimized by modular design:
Integration of different cell chemistries possible - Efficient system design:
Modular architecture enables optimized cost and availability
- Maximum uptime:
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One Foundation. Unlimited Industrial Flexibility.
At the core of BorgWarner’s industrial energy storage portfolio is a common hardware and software foundation.
Hardware Foundation
A modular, automotive‑grade hardware platform designed to scale from individual modules to racks, cabinets, and containerized systems. Standardized architectures, advanced processing capabilities, compliance with functional safety, cybersecurity, and battery standards.
Software Foundation
A hardware‑independent software platform enabling advanced control, diagnostics, safety, and lifecycle management across industrial energy storage applications.
Two Technology Families. One Scalable Platform.
BorgWarner delivers two complementary solution families, optimized for different industrial power profiles.
High Power Solutions - Sodium-Ion Technology
Designed for rapid response and mission-critical reliability.
Key Characteristics
- High-power sodium-ion prismatic cell technology
- Optimized for short-duration, high-power events
- Ideal for GBS, UPS, and BBU applications
High Energy Solutions - NMC and LFP Technology
Optimized for energy density, lifetime, and scalability.
Technology Approach
- NMC as a high-energy technology
- LFP for low cost and high lifetime
- Designed for cabinet- and container-based BESS deployments
Why BorgWarner for Industrial Energy Storage?
BorgWarner combines automotive-grade engineering, global manufacturing scale, and lifecycle expertise to deliver industrial Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
- Deep Technical Capabilities
- State-of-the-art Battery Management Systems with functional safety and cybersecurity
- Advanced software, controls, and ASPICE-based development
- Full mechanical, electrical, testing, and validation capabilities across regions
- Comprehensive lifecycle management, including warranty concepts and second-life strategies
- Platform Flexibility
BorgWarner designs and deploys industrial BESS solutions engineered for reliability, repeatability, and long-term operation in demanding environments such as data centers, industrial infrastructure, and energy systems.
- Engineered and industrialized using automotive-grade quality, safety, and validation processes
- Enabling repeatable BESS deployments across industrial, infrastructure, and data center environments
- System integration spanning BESS cabinets and containerized multi-MWh deployments
- Designed for long service life, high availability, and predictable performance in demanding industrial applications
- Manufacturing Scalability
BorgWarner’s global manufacturing and supply capabilities enable reliable delivery of BESS solutions at industrial and multi site scale.
- Production and service footprint in North America and Europe
- More than 80,000 battery packs in the field, delivering proven quality and operational stability
- Global supply base with robust cell and component sourcing
- Over 5 GWh production capacity, supporting fast execution and minimized delivery risk
- Circular by Design
BorgWarner embeds sustainability into its industrial Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) addressing environmental impact, regulatory requirements, and total cost of ownership over the full system lifecycle.
BorgWarner enables:
- Remanufacturing to extend product life
- Repurposing for second-life stationary applications
- Recycling to recover valuable materials and close the loop
This approach reduces environmental impact while maximizing asset value over the full lifecycle.


