The introduction of mandatory CE marking for batteries in August 2024 marked a major shift for manufacturing industries. This was the first serious attempt to bring all types of batteries, including portable, industrial, electric vehicle (EV) and light means of transport (LMT) under a single framework. Over a year on, UK battery manufacturer Accutronics Ltd (an Ultralife company) reflects on what’s changed and how the industry has responded.
At Ultralife, innovation doesn’t stop at solving today’s problems — we focus strategic thinking on anticipating tomorrow’s needs. Our X5 Power System has proven itself as a reliable, hot-swappable uninterruptible power supply (UPS) for medical carts. But its core strengths — modular design, high energy density, and seamless battery swapping — make it an ideal candidate for broader applications beyond healthcare.
November 2025 marks one year since Ultralife Corporation completed its acquisition of Electrochem Solutions. Throughout that time, the acquisition has strengthened Ultralife's battery production capabilities, particularly in the oil and gas sector, where we now have three brands – Excell Battery, Southwest Electronic Energy and Electrochem Solutions – expanding our reach as a market leader.
