Altech Batteries has announced the completion of the final engineering design for its new-generation SNC UPS battery system, marking what the company describes as a key manufacturing and commercialisation step in its European rollout.
According to Altech, the design completion enables the first production unit to proceed to Factory Acceptance Testing in mid-March 2026.
The ASX-listed company said the FAT process will assess electrical performance, safety systems, communication protocols and mechanical integration before units are deployed to five priority trial sites in the Netherlands.
These locations have been selected to test the system’s suitability for use across gas transmission facilities, industrial controls and safety-critical infrastructure, with each site replacing ageing lead-acid or nickel-cadmium systems for comparison.
Altech stated that European operators continue to seek alternatives to conventional battery technologies that are facing end-of-life or regulatory pressures.
The company said its SNC system is designed as a fire-proof, hydrogen-free and maintenance-free UPS battery suitable for harsh and ATEX-classified environments.
It noted the finalised design incorporates a stainless-steel cabinet, integrated SNC modules and passive-safety architecture, with compatibility for Modbus, CAN and RS485 interfaces. The “drop-and-play” format is intended to fit into existing UPS infrastructure without requiring modifications.
Altech stated that successful FAT would allow preparation for shipment and installation of the first units in the Netherlands, generating operational data on performance, temperature response and SCADA integration.
The company reported ongoing interest from European, Australian and US operators evaluating the SNC technology as an alternative to lithium-ion batteries in risk-critical environments.
Altech added that the milestone also highlights the combined manufacturing and engineering capabilities of its partnership with AMPower.
The company said both parties are preparing for higher-volume production pending outcomes from the field trials. It considers the Netherlands a strategic entry point for broader EU adoption.
Altech Managing Director Iggy Tan said the completion of the final design “shifts the program from development into real-world deployment,” adding that the upcoming FAT will be a “pivotal moment” ahead of the planned Dutch trial installations.
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