Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).

A Battery Energy Storage System, abbreviated as BESS, is an energy storage system in which electrical energy is temporarily stored in batteries. In many commercial applications, this system is integrated into a battery container, so that all components are brought together in a safe, compact, and ready-to-use manner.

A BESS consists of batteries, power electronics, and intelligent control. Together, these components ensure that energy is stored and released in a controlled manner. This helps you reduce peak loads, make better use of your own generation, and be less dependent on the public power grid.

A battery storage system works by storing electrical energy at times when there is a surplus, for example from solar energy or during off-peak hours on the grid. This energy is stored in the batteries inside the container and remains available there until you need it.

As soon as energy demand increases or the grid power becomes less favorable, the system automatically feeds the stored energy back into the grid.

The smart control system of a BESS continuously monitors the charging and discharging process. This ensures that the system continues to function safely, efficiently, and reliably. For you, this means that you can benefit from a stable energy supply that adapts to your business operations without any complex procedures.

An energy storage battery can offer a solution in various situations to manage your energy consumption in a smart way. Think of peak loads, emergency power supply, or optimizing renewable energy sources.

The main applications demonstrate how flexible a BESS is within the business market:

• Peak shaving: by smoothing out peaks in your energy consumption, you can save on energy costs and reduce the load on the power grid.
• Backup power supply: a BESS can serve as an emergency power source, ensuring that essential equipment and business processes continue to function in the event of a power failure.
• Support for renewable energy: surplus energy from solar panels, for example, is stored so that you can use it when generation is lower.
• Optimize your own consumption: by storing energy at times of surplus, you can use more of your self-generated electricity and reduce your dependence on the grid.

Battery storage systems offer new opportunities for efficient energy management. By storing energy and using it at the right time, you can respond to variations in energy supply and demand and make optimal use of renewable energy sources. Below are the main advantages of battery storage systems:

• Balanced energy grid: by spreading peaks in consumption and storing excess energy, you provide a more stable energy balance.
• Cost savings: with a large battery storage system, you can take advantage of lower energy rates when demand is low, reducing your energy costs in the long term.
• Optimal use of renewable sources: you can capture the fluctuating generation of solar and wind energy by storing surplus electricity and using it at a later time.
• Reliability and continuity: a sizeable power reserve comes in handy during outages or peak loads so that essential operations can continue.
• Regulating energy demand: by storing energy when there is a surplus, you can smooth out peaks in consumption and reduce dependence on the grid.

BESS can be constructed using different battery technologies, depending on the application, capacity, and desired service life. Proven and efficient technologies are primarily used in battery containers for commercial applications.

• Lithium-ion batteries: this technology is widely used due to its high energy density, long service life, and fast charging and discharging capabilities. They are suitable for intensive use and form the basis of many modern BESS containers.
• Lithium iron phosphate batteries: this variant is known for its high safety and thermal stability. They are particularly suitable for applications where reliability and long service life are key.
• Modular battery systems: these are scalable solutions in which multiple battery modules together form a single storage system. This allows you to easily adjust the capacity of your battery container to changing energy needs.

A battery energy storage system in a container setup is particularly interesting for companies that want to get a grip on their energy consumption and energy costs. Think of industrial companies, logistics centers, agricultural companies, and commercial real estate parties. Organizations with their own sustainable energy generation, such as solar panels, also benefit greatly from energy storage.

For you as a business user, a BESS offers the opportunity to use energy strategically. You increase your energy security, respond to grid congestion, and actively work toward a future-proof energy supply.

When you invest in a BESS with Frax, you are choosing a reliable and user-friendly battery container that is fully tailored to your project. Frax develops plug-and-play Battery Energy Storage Systems that take the hassle out of installation for installers and end users. All systems are designed with a focus on simplicity, safety, and performance.

With Frax solutions, you benefit from customization, smart energy management, and sustainable technology. You are not only investing in energy storage, but in a complete system that makes your business energy management more efficient, flexible, and future-proof.