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Lake Orion, Michigan
3768 S Lapeer Rd, Lake Orion MI 48359
HQ and Tech Center
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American Battery Solutions Inc. (“ABS”) is a manufacturer of advanced batteries for commercial, fleet, and industrial on- and off-road vehicles. Located in the heart of the U.S. automotive region with facilities in Michigan and Ohio. ABS was established in 2019 by long-time battery pioneer Subhash Dhar with the goal of reaching the underserved segments of the industrial vehicle markets with a leading team of battery systems experts with decades of experience in designing, developing, and manufacturing advanced battery systems for the transportation industry. Collectively, from our experience with various OEMs we have launched some of the industry’s most well-known programs, electrifying vehicles for Toyota, General Motors, Fiat-Chrysler, BMW, Daimler-Mercedes and others.
In 2023, ABS was acquired by Komatsu, a world leader in construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment in support of Komatsu’s 2050 carbon neutrality goal. ABS is excited to join a 100-year-old global organization with 65,000 employees. Komatsu is deeply rooted in the mining and construction industries where ABS will join them in their efforts to electrify their fleets. ABS will continue to operate as an independent entity serving Komatsu applications and continuing to expand and grow our core commercial, fleet, and industrial business.
We continue to launch new and innovative products into transit bus, eLCV delivery van, recreational boating, lawn maintenance, medium & heavy-duty trucking vehicle & material handling equipment markets. As the center of excellence for Komatsu we expand our offerings to develop custom battery systems for the construction, mining, and forestry industry.
As we have grown, ABS has assembled a dedicated and experienced world-class team. Our team is equipped with a deep understanding of high-voltage, automotive-grade battery systems—from concept development and prototyping, to testing and validation, to high-volume production. Meaning no one is more qualified to develop an EV battery that can power your energy needs. ABS stands ready to accommodate future customer growth and looks forward to continuing to be the leader in the battery industry.
Company concept. MOU with Bosch Battery Systems to acquire facilities.
April 2019: ABS officially began operations.
May 2019: Acquired first part of the Lake Orion, MI facility.
August 2019: Acquired Springboro, OH facility.
Kicked off Alliance E-Series development.
December 2020: Awarded production bus battery program.
December 2020: Awarded production light-delivery van battery program.
Proliance battery development begins.
August: Expanded into remainder of Lake Orion, MI facility.
August: Started ABS ESS division.
December: Installed low voltage line in Springboro, OH.
January: Begin prototype production on Alliance E-Series.
September: Expanded low voltage production line in Springboro, OH.
October: Installed high voltage production line.
Start of production bus battery.
Start of production of Proliance T350-50.
Start of production light delivery van battery.
December 1st ABS announces its acquisition by Komatsu.
Expanding facilities.
Installing second high voltage production line.
Adding third high voltage line in Springboro, OH.
Adding second low voltage line in Springboro, OH.
TBD
As the world shifts to an electric future, the skills needed to be successful also change. Perhaps the biggest change is the addition of a high-voltage battery system. This transition brings about several key challenges that ABS is well-suited to solve. Successfully developing and integrating these batteries requires a deep knowledge of the battery as a system—since these new generations of energy storage require a knowledge of every engineering field: chemistry, thermal dynamics, mechanical & structural, electronics, electrical, and software. With this knowledge, ABS can solve the challenges of Safety, Performance, Life, Cost and Environment.
We have 340+ years of expertise in high-voltage battery production
Over 40 years in the battery industry. Pioneer of early advanced batteries. Multiple CEO positions and record of success with commercialization, JVs, licensing and building
30 years in automotive and battery industry in various sales and customer leadership roles. Frequent speaker at industry events and member of several key industry committees.
23 years in the battery industry in product development, engineering, product management and business development roles. Launched multiple cells and batteries with major OEM
Experience managing high-quality, lean manufacturing plants for over 30 years.
Senior level leadership of global engineering & program management organizations. 30 years experience in CV and automotive OEM & Tier 1 for ADAS, Electronics, EV-HEV, Powertrain, & Manufacturing.
24 years in operations management, financial controls and MP&L with multi-plant experience.
PMP professional managing automotive and battery programs for the past 25 years. Launched Chevy Volt and electrification products for multiple OEMs and Tier 1s.
Human Resources professional with over 30 years of experience in chemical and battery manufacturing, service, and utility industries. Responsible for all area of focus within Human Resources for strategic and tactical services company wide.
At American Battery Solutions Inc., we recognize that to build a strong industry means building strong partnerships. To achieve that, we are proud members of industry, standard and academic associations, including:
The ABS Quality Mission is to deliver battery systems which are:
Although the Senior Leadership Team has ultimate responsibility for quality, all employees have a responsibility within their own areas of work to ensure that quality is embedded within the whole of the company. Our new products are a testament of continual improvement and management commitment. View our Supplier Quality Manual to understand our commitment to our customers and to the improvement of our products and services.
