Seica Wins Respected 2023 GLOBAL Technology Award for EV Battery Pack Testing In

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• Date: 2023-11-27
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Seica, S.p.A. – Strambino (TO), Italy  
 

Seica is pleased to announce that it received the 2023 GLOBAL Technology Award in the Test Equipment category. The announcement took place during Productronica in Munich, Germany on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023.  

This remarkable recognition is a tribute to Seica's groundbreaking achievement with the Pilot BT, a revolutionary advancement in electric vehicle (EV) battery pack testing. 

 

This groundbreaking tester has the capability to assess over 2400 battery cells in parallel groups for 100% test coverage within less than a minute, solidifying its position as the fastest validation and production tool in the EV battery assembly sector.

 

The Pilot BT is a fully automated system meticulously engineered to conduct comprehensive testing on full-size EV battery packs of diverse chemistries. With electric vehicles encompassing an array of transportation modes, from cars and buses to trains and airplanes, the Pilot BT has been purpose-built to cater to the wide-ranging needs of battery manufacturers. Its standout features include an expansive testing area measuring 1050 mm x 865 mm (41.33'' x 34.05''), capable of accommodating battery packs of varying shapes and electrical characteristics through Seica's conveyor system or customized solutions tailored to customer preferences.

 

This second-generation electric vehicle battery tester builds upon Seica's well-established track record and comes equipped with indispensable capabilities tailored to meet the burgeoning demands of the EV market. It excels in speed, parallel test capability, precision measurements, dependable mechanics, stringent quality assurance, and user-friendly operation. The Pilot BT boasts sophisticated test electronics, highly accurate battery cell probing, robust mechanical and electronic components, and an intuitive software GUI seamlessly integrated with Factory 4.0 automation and MES systems.

 

One of the Pilot BT's most remarkable attributes lies in its innovative design, presenting itself as a Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) solution designed for swift deployment. Seica's renowned adaptability allows customers the flexibility to select their preferred conveyance solutions, whether opting for Seica's trusted system or another trusted automotive conveyance platform.

 

The GLOBAL Technology Awards have recognized the very best new innovations in the printed circuit assembly and packaging industries since 2005. The prestigious awards contest has been bringing together the global SMT and advanced packaging industry in a celebration of the companies and people that are achieving the highest standards and driving our industry forward. For more information, visit GlobalSMT&Packaging.

 

For more information about Seica and its cutting-edge testing solutions, including the revolutionary Pilot BT, please visit www.seica.com. In North America, Seica can be reached at; davidsigillo@seicausa.com or www-seica-na.com

 

About Seica S.p.A.

Founded in 1986, Seica S.p.A. is an innovative, high technology company that develops and manufactures leading-edge solutions for the test and selective soldering of electronic boards and modules. Moreover, Seica provides battery test solutions, automotive electronic board test solutions, infotainment test, as well as electric vehicle inverter and battery charging station test systems. Seica has fully embraced the concept of Industry 4.0, developing solutions to monitor and collect information from machines and industrial plants to enable the optimization of manufacturing processes, maintenance and energy management.

Company headquarters are located in Italy, with direct offices in USA, Germany, China, Mexico, France and Israel.

www.seica.com