What UCB Power does

UCB Power (legal name UCB Indústria de Componentes Eletrônicos e Informática S.A.), founded in 1973 as Unicoba and rebranded in 2023, is a privately held Brazilian manufacturer and integrator of energy storage solutions headquartered in São Paulo. The company operates two industrial plants (Manaus in the Amazonas Free Trade Zone since 2001, and Extrema in Minas Gerais since 2005) and reports 600+ employees. Its core technology stack is built around Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) stationary batteries, with proprietary Battery Management System (BMS) firmware, hybrid inverters (100kW-500kW), and full Battery Energy Storage Systems (UBESS, SIGFI, MIGDI) that combine EMS, PCS, and BMS. The company also manufactures VRLA lead-acid stationary batteries, lithium polymer and prismatic portable batteries for global smartphone and notebook OEMs, traction batteries for electric mobility, and the MABECE-patented anti-vandalism shielding system under its Usafety line.

The business model is predominantly quote-based B2B hardware sales delivered through a direct sales force and an integrator/reseller channel, complemented by turnkey engineering, installation, commissioning, preventive maintenance, and a UCB Prime repair program. Customers span four primary segments: telecom operators and ISPs (stationary backup at base stations), energy utilities and renewable developers (utility-scale and microgrid BESS), consumer-electronics OEMs (portable batteries), and government/NGO-funded off-grid electrification programs in the Amazon. Sub-brands (Unipower, Usolution, Umove, Usafety) segment the portfolio by use case, and revenue is recognized primarily on hardware shipment plus project services. The company was the first in Brazil to obtain the Inmetro quality seal for stationary lithium batteries, holds ISO 9001/14001/45001 and RBA certifications, and counts GEF Capital Partners and now Vision Batt (Shenzhen Center Power) among its investors.

Name

UCB Power

Legal name

UCB Indústria de Componentes Eletrônicos e Informática S.A.

Website

https://ucbpower.com.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

1973

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Energy Storage Batteries

NAICS

Battery Manufacturing (33591)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Battery Modules & Packs (Industrial/Commercial pack assembly) (IMAGAHAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Battery Cells (Li-ion, LFP, Sodium-ion, Lead-acid, NiMH) (IMAGAHAA), Battery Management Systems (BMS) & Battery Electronics (IMAGAHAC), Battery Management Systems (BMS) & Safety Controls (EUAFAAAD), Battery Packs & Energy Storage for Micromobility Manufacturing (IMACAOAE), Industrial Material Handling & Warehouse Charging (forklift/AGV chargers, battery swapping) (IMAGAHAG)

Keywords

• Battery energy storage
• Lithium iron phosphate batteries
• Stationary battery systems
• Off-grid solar solutions
• Electric mobility batteries

Headquarters

HQ city

São Paulo

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Battery Hardware Sales: Primary revenue stream from sale of batteries including stationary lead-acid, stationary lithium (LFP), portable batteries for smartphones and notebooks, and traction batteries for electric mobility. Products are sold through direct sales and channel partners to enterprise, industrial, and consumer customers.
2. Turnkey Solutions and Project Services: Comprehensive turnkey services including system conception, project design, installation, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance for energy storage projects. Also includes monitoring solutions, preventive and corrective maintenance, and contingency support services.
3. Inverter Sales: Sale of proprietary inverters including Off-Grid inverters (3000W and 5000W) and Hybrid inverters (100kW, 150kW, 250kW, 500kW) to complement energy storage solutions.
4. Energy Storage Solutions (UBESS, SIGFI, MIGDI): Complete energy storage and management systems including UBESS (utility-scale BESS), SIGFI (individual solar home systems), and MIGDI (microgrids for collective supply) sold as integrated solutions with associated services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

UCB Power manufactures and sells batteries and integrated energy storage systems, including stationary lead-acid VRLA and Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) batteries, Battery Energy Storage Systems (UBESS), off-grid solar home systems (SIGFI), community microgrids (MIGDI), electric mobility traction batteries, portable batteries for smartphones and notebooks, and proprietary off-grid and hybrid inverters. The company also provides turnkey project services, remote monitoring, and preventive/corrective maintenance for energy storage deployments across Brazil and Latin America.

Product overview

UCB Power is Brazil's largest energy storage solutions company with over 50 years of experience. The product portfolio is organized under multiple sub-brands: Unipower (stationary lead-acid and LFP lithium batteries with Inmetro certification), Usolution (UBESS energy storage systems, SIGFI solar home systems, and MIGDI minigrids), Umove (electric mobility batteries for vehicles and industrial equipment), and Usafety (anti-vandalism security solutions with patented MABECE technology). The company also produces its own inverter line (off-grid and hybrid), portable batteries for smartphones and notebooks, and offers complementary services including turnkey installation, remote monitoring, preventive/corrective maintenance, and battery repair programs. The portfolio spans from individual residential solutions (Unipower Slim all-in-one) to large-scale commercial and industrial BESS containers (UBESS 1000/1500), addressing applications in renewable energy, telecom, data centers, critical infrastructure, electric mobility, and isolated community power systems.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Unipower: Specialist brand for stationary batteries, including lead-acid and lithium batteries, first to obtain Inmetro quality seal
• USolution
• Umove
• Usafety

Products and services

• Unipower Lithium LFP Batteries Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) stationary batteries in 48V configurations (100AH, 150AH, 200AH) with Inmetro certification, up to 6,000 cycles at 80% DoD, and advanced BMS protection against overcharge, deep discharge, and extreme temperatures. Designed for energy, telecom, and data center applications.
• Unipower Lead-Acid VRLA Batteries Valve Regulated Lead-Acid (VRLA) stationary batteries that are maintenance-free, featuring sealed construction, safety valves, and AGM electrolyte absorption technology. For UPS, telecom, alarm, and industrial backup applications.
• UBESS Energy Storage System Comprehensive Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) integrating Energy Management System (EMS), Power Conversion System (PCS), and Battery Management System (BMS). Available in cabinet configurations (Air Cooling, All-in-One, Liquid Cooling) and container sizes (1000, 1500) for grid-connected, backup, and renewable energy applications.
• SIGFI Solar Home System Individual off-grid solar generation system with intermittent energy source, combining photovoltaic panels, charge controller, inverter, and battery bank. Available in SIGFI45 (45 kWh/month), SIGFI80 (80 kWh/month), and SIGFI160 (160 kWh/month) configurations for individual residential off-grid supply.
• MIGDI Microgrid System Isolated microgrid system for collective energy supply using intermittent renewable sources. Features LFP storage technology with flexible capacity, hybrid inverter, and Energy Management System for remote community and collective applications.
• UCB Power Inverters Proprietary inverters including Off-Grid models (3000W and 5000W with 120V-450V MPPT range and Wi-Fi monitoring) and Hybrid models (100kW, 150kW, 250kW, 500kW with up to 6 MPPT inputs and peak-shaving/load-shift functions) to complement energy storage solutions.
• Portable Batteries Lithium polymer and prismatic batteries for smartphones (4,000-6,000 mAh) and notebooks. Manufactured using Industry 4.0 intelligent processes — first company outside China to implement smart manufacturing for portable batteries — and homologated by major global smartphone and notebook manufacturers.
• Umove Electric Mobility Batteries Electric mobility traction batteries under the Umove brand for electric two-wheelers, forklifts, tow tractors, aerial platforms, AGVs, floor scrubbers, golf carts, and electric pallets. Features LFP technology with fast charging and extended lifespan.
• Usafety Anti-Vandalism Security Solutions Security specialist brand featuring patented MABECE technology for anti-vandalism battery shielding in telecom outdoor cabinets. Includes hybrid and electric fire suppressors detecting and suppressing fires within 4 seconds, cable shielding, GPS tracking, and 24-hour monitoring for telecom and energy applications.
• Turnkey Project Services Comprehensive solution delivery from system conception and design through installation, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance for energy storage projects, supporting telecom, energy, and isolated community deployments.
• Remote Monitoring Solutions Remote monitoring services using IoT sensors and cloud-based platforms to track energy production, solar panel efficiency, battery status, and other operational parameters for remote or difficult-access installations.
• Preventive and Corrective Maintenance Maintenance services including regular inspections, battery health analysis, terminal cleaning, and component replacement to ensure system reliability and longevity for UCB Power's installed energy storage systems.
• UCB Prime Repair Official battery repair and maintenance program to restore batteries to maximum performance, addressing undervoltage, overvoltage, BMS failure, capacity loss, cell imbalance, and physical damage.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 6000 cycles at 80% DoD, representing 30x longer life than traditional batteries
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• PowincoreTechnology or IntegrationStrategic partnership between Powin and UCB Power to scale Brazil's energy storage market. The collaboration combines Powin's energy storage technology and market expertise with UCB Power's local manufacturing capabilities and market knowledge to expand deployment of battery energy storage systems in Brazil.
• FAS (Fundação Amazonas Sustentável)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with FAS (Sustainable Amazonas Foundation) to implement renewable energy projects in isolated communities in the Amazon. The collaboration supports communities like Bauana in the Uacari Sustainable Development Reserve, providing solar and battery storage systems for andiroba oil processing operations while promoting sustainable development.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• WEG: Brazilian electrical equipment and energy solutions giant with significant presence in motors, generators, inverters, and increasingly energy storage. Directly comparable as a Brazilian-based industrial manufacturer serving the same telecom, utility, and industrial customers with overlapping power conversion and energy storage portfolios.
• Saft (TotalEnergies): French industrial battery specialist (now owned by TotalEnergies) manufacturing lithium-ion and nickel-based batteries for telecom, transportation, and grid storage. Closely comparable to UCB's high-end stationary lithium and BESS offerings for mission-critical applications.
• Fluence Energy: Pure-play grid-scale energy storage integrator and software provider, with Brazilian operations. Directly competes with UCB's UBESS in utility-scale BESS deployments, though Fluence typically sources cells rather than manufacturing them.
• East Penn Manufacturing: Privately held US-based manufacturer of lead-acid and lithium batteries for stationary, motive, and automotive applications. Comparable family-owned industrial battery company with similar product breadth and customer focus on backup power and material handling.
• EnerSys: Global industrial battery manufacturer specializing in reserve power (telecom/UPS), motive power (forklifts/AGVs), and increasingly lithium-ion energy storage. Highly comparable business model to UCB's stationary and mobility battery lines, with similar customer base in telecom and material handling.
• Clarios: World's largest automotive and industrial lead-acid battery manufacturer, owner of brands like Varta and Optima. Competes directly with UCB's VRLA stationary battery business and is increasingly transitioning toward lithium for industrial storage.

Broad incumbents

• CATL: World's largest battery manufacturer and leading LFP supplier. While primarily a cell and pack supplier rather than integrated solutions provider, CATL's entry into BESS solutions increasingly competes with UCB's UBESS platform globally and in emerging markets.
• BYD: Chinese global battery and EV giant that vertically integrates cells, packs, BMS, and complete BESS containers. Competes with UCB in the Brazilian/Latin American energy storage market at multiple scales and brings cost advantages from massive Chinese supply chain scale.
• ABB: Swiss-Swedish multinational offering power conversion, inverters, and increasingly integrated energy storage solutions. Comparable as a broad electrical equipment incumbent with overlapping PCS/inverter products and growing presence in Brazil's grid modernization market.

Regional players

• Moura: Brazilian battery manufacturer historically focused on automotive lead-acid batteries and increasingly expanding into stationary lithium and energy storage. Most direct domestic competitor to UCB in the Brazilian market, though with stronger automotive legacy and less lithium depth.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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