PowerPlus Energy
PowerPlus Energy is an Australian manufacturer of lithium iron phosphate battery modules, modular BESS, and cabinet solutions for residential, commercial, industrial, and utility customers. Operating from a 9,000m² Melbourne facility, it sells through a certified installer network across Australia and 15 export countries.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2017
- HeadquartersScoresby, Australia
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B and B2C
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What PowerPlus Energy does
PowerPlus Energy Pty Ltd is an Australian battery manufacturer founded in 2017 and headquartered in Scoresby, Melbourne. The company designs and manufactures lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery modules, modular battery energy storage systems (BESS), and pre-wired cabinet solutions for residential, commercial, industrial, and utility-scale applications. Its core technology stack includes proprietary E-Capless inverter technology (patented, fanless, delivering 99% efficiency), Active Cell Balancing Battery Management Systems, and an integrated Energy Management System, with products certified to UL1973, UL9540A, IEC, AS/NZS 5139, and Clean Energy Council standards. The portfolio spans the Whispr Series (residential all-in-one BESS), Escape Series (commercial/industrial containerised BESS up to 2 MWh), LiFe and Eco battery modules, and dedicated telecom products (LiNet4835 via RFI partnership).
PowerPlus Energy generates revenue through hardware sales of battery systems and accessories, with quote-based pricing through a certified installer and distributor network covering all Australian states and 15 export countries. The company does not sell directly to consumers; instead, regional Business Development Managers support commercial project sales while a dedicated projects team provides end-to-end integration support including system design, factory acceptance testing, and commissioning. Revenue streams include residential battery sales (driven by the federal Cheaper Home Batteries Program), commercial/industrial BESS solutions, cabinet and accessory sales, and professional services. PowerPlus Energy has deployed over 4,500 installations globally, holds ISO 9001 certification, and operates from a 9,000m² Melbourne manufacturing facility currently producing 50 MWh annually, with capacity scaling to 150 MWh by 2028 following a $6.7 million facility upgrade. The company became a subsidiary of PPK Group in 2023 and secured a $2.3 million ARENA grant in April 2026 to support manufacturing expansion.
PowerPlus Energy firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- PowerPlus Energy
- Legal name
- PowerPlus Energy Pty Ltd
- Website
- https://powerplus-energy.com.au
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2017
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- PowerPlus Energy is an Australian manufacturer of lithium iron phosphate battery modules, modular BESS, and cabinet solutions for residential, commercial, industrial, and utility customers. Operating from a 9,000m² Melbourne facility, it sells through a certified installer network across Australia and 15 export countries.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
PowerPlus Energy industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Battery Energy Storage Systems
- NAICS
- Battery Manufacturing (33591), Battery Manufacturing (335910), Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing (335313)
- SIC
- Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600), Switchgear & Switchboard Apparatus (3613)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Battery Modules & Packs (Industrial/Commercial pack assembly) (IMAGAHAB)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Energy Storage & Microgrid Electrical Infrastructure (BESS, Controls) (IMAFAHAE)
Keywords
Where PowerPlus Energy is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Scoresby
- HQ country
- Australia
- HQ region
- Oceania
Offices2 records
Markets served
PowerPlus Energy business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B and B2C
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Battery Hardware Sales: Primary revenue from selling battery storage systems including residential, commercial and industrial BESS products. Products sold through installer and distributor networks across Australia and exported to 15 countries worldwide.
- Cabinet & Accessories Sales: Sale of complementary battery storage cabinets (P Rack Series, Slimline Series, T Rack Series) and accessories. Pre-wired, expandable cabinets designed for scalable battery deployments.
- Commercial & Industrial BESS Solutions: Large-scale battery energy storage system sales and project-specific solutions for commercial, industrial and utility-scale applications. Includes Escape20, Escape215-R, and containerised Escape1000-R/2000-R systems.
- Professional Services & Commissioning: End-to-end commercial integration support including comprehensive system design, technical documentation, factory acceptance testing, commissioning support, and optional site acceptance testing services.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | One time/ perpetual license | Whispr Series - Residential All-in-One BESS |
| Unit Pricing | One time/ perpetual license | LiFe4851 - 3RU Rack-Mounted Battery |
| Unit Pricing | One time/ perpetual license | Eco4847P - Australian Made Battery |
| Unit Pricing | One time/ perpetual license | LiFe4838P - Residential & Small Commercial Battery |
| Unit Pricing | One time/ perpetual license | Escape20 - Commercial BESS |
| Unit Pricing | One time/ perpetual license | Escape215-R - Industrial BESS |
| Unit Pricing | One time/ perpetual license | Escape1000-R - Containerised BESS |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels7 records
PowerPlus Energy product offering
Product offeringCore offering
PowerPlus Energy designs and manufactures lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries, battery cabinets, and modular Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) for residential, commercial, industrial, and utility-scale renewable energy applications. Its portfolio spans stackable residential all-in-one systems (Whispr), modular commercial cabinets (Escape20), high-voltage commercial/industrial BESS (Escape215-R), containerised large-scale storage (Escape1000-R/2000-R), and complementary battery modules and cabinets. Products are sold exclusively through certified installer and distributor networks across Australia and exported to 15 countries.
Product overview
PowerPlus Energy is an Australian battery manufacturer offering a modular platform-plus-products architecture spanning residential, commercial, and utility-scale battery energy storage solutions. The core product portfolio includes BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems) - Whispr Series (residential all-in-one), Escape20 (modular commercial UPS-grade BESS), Escape215-R (high-voltage commercial/industrial BESS), and Escape1000-R/2000-R (containerised large-scale BESS) - complemented by a range of lithium battery modules (LiFe4851, LiFe4838P, Eco4847P, LiNet4835) and purpose-built cabinet solutions (Slimline Series, T Rack Series, P Rack Series). The company operates from Melbourne manufacturing facilities and holds ISO 9001 certification, with products certified to UL1973, UL9540A, and Clean Energy Council standards. Founded in 2017 and now a subsidiary of PPK Group, PowerPlus Energy has deployed over 4,500 installations across Australia with exports to 15 countries worldwide.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Whispr Series: First residential all-in-one BESS, combining high-efficiency hybrid inverter with stackable battery modules for homes.
- Escape Series
- Eco Series
- LiFe Series
- Cabinet Series
Products and services
- Whispr Series Australian designed and supported all-in-one residential battery system combining a high-efficiency hybrid inverter with premium stackable LFP battery modules. Features 7kW inverter (also available in 5kW), 13.3kWh storage capacity per unit (scalable to ~40kWh with three units), three independent MPPT PV inputs, 99% efficiency E-Capless fanless design, EPS <20ms changeover, and VPP-ready capability. Targets homeowners seeking backup power, solar self-consumption, and energy independence.
- Escape20 Purpose-built standalone BESS delivering industrial-grade reliability in a modular cabinet system for commercial and industrial customers. Offers 28.8kW to 115kW power output per cabinet, scalable up to 1.8MW systems, zero millisecond UPS changeover, black start capability, and AC-coupled solar integration. Manufactured in Melbourne.
- Escape215-R High-voltage BESS engineered for large-scale commercial and industrial deployment. Delivers 100kW/215kWh system capacity with 98% inverter efficiency, 99.9% uptime, UL9540A certified with liquid-cooled CATL LFP batteries, integrated fire suppression, and <20ms rapid changeover UPS capability. IEEE 2030.5 CSIP-AUS compliant for grid-connected deployments.
- Escape1000-R Containerised BESS High-capacity containerised energy storage for rapid deployment across large-scale commercial and industrial applications. Delivers 0.5MW power and 1MWh energy storage capacity in a standard 20-foot container with integrated EMS and BMS systems, operating temperature range of -25C to +55C, IP-rated enclosure.
- Escape2000-R Containerised BESS Large-scale containerised energy storage system providing 1MW/2MWh configuration for utility-scale and large commercial/industrial applications, expanding on the Escape1000-R architecture.
- LiFe4851 Rack-Mounted Battery Australia's first rack-mounted battery tested to UL9540A. 3RU, 48V lithium iron phosphate battery designed for residential and commercial energy storage. Features 70% end of life capacity after 10 years, CANBus communications, and supports up to 16 modules in parallel. UL1973 and IEC certified.
- LiFe4838P Battery Australian-made 3.8kWh cobalt-free LFP battery in a compact 2RU rack-mount format. Features Generation II self-managed BMS with advanced diagnostics, 80% state of health at end of life, designed for residential, small commercial and off-grid systems. CEC listed and rebate eligible.
- Eco4847P Battery Australian-made 4.7kWh lithium battery in a 2RU rack-mount format with 17.5% more storage than Eco4840P. Features 85% Australian manufactured content, cobalt-free LFP chemistry, 70% state of health at end of life, and GEN2 BMS with tiered overcurrent protection. CEC listed and rebate eligible.
- LiNet4835 Telecom Battery Exclusive battery product through RFI partnership, engineered for telecommunications, backup power and remote infrastructure. Delivers 3.5kWh usable capacity with 100% depth of discharge for reliable performance where uptime is critical. Designed as drop-in replacement for lead-acid telecom infrastructure.
- Slimline Series Cabinets Compact outdoor battery cabinets designed for residential and light commercial installations. Range includes PEW3, PEW4, PEF6W-250B, PEF8, PEF9W-250, and PEF12W-250B with scalable capacity from 12kWh to 56.4kWh. Features IP54-IP66 ratings for outdoor environments.
- T Rack Series Cabinets Purpose-built cabinets for 3RU rack-mounted batteries. Includes TIR6 (indoor, 30.6kWh), TIR10 (indoor, 51kWh), and TOR8 (outdoor, IP55, 40.8kWh). Pre-wired with DEGSON communication wires and 35mm2 busbar connections.
- P Rack Series Cabinets High-capacity indoor battery cabinets designed for scalable projects. Range includes PIR8C (32kWh), PIR10C (40kWh), PIR12C (48kWh), PIR18C (72kWh), and PIR20C (80kWh). Features parallel-ready architecture and IP21 rating for indoor use.
- Legacy Battery Modules (Eco4840P, LiFe2433P, LiFe4822P, LiFe4833P, LiFe12033P) Legacy battery modules including Eco4840P (4.0kWh), LiFe2433P (3.3kWh 24V), LiFe4822P (2.2kWh 48V short-depth), LiFe4833P (3.3kWh premium LiFe), and LiFe12033P (3.3kWh 120V for SWER line replacement). Available for warranty replacements and system expansions of existing installations.
- Commercial Project Services & Commissioning End-to-end commercial integration support including comprehensive system design, technical documentation, factory acceptance testing, commissioning support, and optional site acceptance testing services for enterprise BESS deployments.
Quantifiable outcome
- Tripling annual production capacity from 50 MWh to 150 MWh over 24 months
- +5 more outcomes
Companies that use PowerPlus Energy
Customer profileNamed customers11 records
Segments7 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
PowerPlus Energy technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration24 records
Feature5 records
PowerPlus Energy partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- RenoxcoreStrategic technology partnership with Queensland-based engineering company recognised for patented power conversion and energy management innovations. Renox provides advanced inverter design, AI-enabled energy optimisation, and intelligent control systems with over 30 patents. Partnership enabled development of Whispr Series residential product.
- RFIcorePartnership with Australian engineering company (40+ years experience) for joint development of LiNET series lithium battery specifically engineered for telecommunications and radio industries. 18+ months of joint engineering collaboration to develop product dropping straight into existing lead-acid infrastructure.
- AusNetcorePartnership on successful SWER line replacement trials in regional Victoria. Stand-Alone Power Systems (SAPS) demonstrated reliable alternative for powering remote communities, replacing aging rural infrastructure.
Scale indicators11 records
Recent moves9 records
Expansion highlights6 records
PowerPlus Energy competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- BYD: Global battery and BESS manufacturer with substantial Australian market share (15-20% per company data). Directly competes across residential, commercial, and utility-scale segments with PowerPlus Energy's Whispr and Escape product lines.
- Tesla Energy: Leading Australian residential and commercial battery storage provider (Powerwall, Megapack) with 25-30% market share. Direct competitor to Whispr residential and Escape commercial product lines.
- Alpha ESS: Australian-headquartered battery storage company offering residential and commercial BESS products directly competitive with PowerPlus's Whispr and Escape series. Closest Australian competitor in product positioning.
- Sonnen (Shell): German residential battery manufacturer (now owned by Shell) with strong presence in Australia. Competes with PowerPlus's Whispr Series in residential and VPP-enabled segments.
- Redflow: Australian-headquartered battery manufacturer (ASX-listed) producing zinc-bromine flow batteries for commercial, industrial, and utility-scale applications. Comparable in scale and geography, though different chemistry.
- Enphase Energy: US-based microinverter and battery storage company with significant Australian presence. Directly competes in residential and small commercial segments with IQ Battery products.
- Sungrow: Chinese inverter and BESS manufacturer with major Australian presence. Offers residential batteries and utility-scale containerised BESS competing with PowerPlus's Escape series and Whispr.
- Victron Energy: Dutch power conversion and battery storage manufacturer with strong off-grid and remote-application presence in Australia. PowerPlus products integrate with Victron inverters but compete in the same off-grid and telecom segments.
Broad incumbents
- Trina Storage: Global solar and storage manufacturer (Trina Solar subsidiary) with growing presence in Australian utility-scale BESS market. Larger player competing in the same utility-scale BESS segment as PowerPlus's containerised Escape products.
- Fronius: Austrian inverter and energy solutions manufacturer with Australian market presence. Escape20 is explicitly compatible with Fronius inverters; Fronius offers hybrid inverters and solar storage solutions competing for the same installer channel.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
PowerPlus Energy social profiles
Digital presencePowerPlus Energy compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance10 records
PowerPlus Energy financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
PowerPlus Energy leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles12 records
PowerPlus Energy funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds1 record
Investors1 record
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PowerPlus Energy M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about PowerPlus Energy
What does PowerPlus Energy do?
PowerPlus Energy designs and manufactures lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries, battery cabinets, and modular Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) for residential, commercial, industrial, and utility-scale renewable energy applications. Its portfolio spans stackable residential all-in-one systems (Whispr), modular commercial cabinets (Escape20), high-voltage commercial/industrial BESS (Escape215-R), containerised large-scale storage (Escape1000-R/2000-R), and complementary battery modules and cabinets. Products are sold exclusively through certified installer and distributor networks across Australia and exported to 15 countries.
Is PowerPlus Energy a public or private company?
PowerPlus Energy is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was PowerPlus Energy founded?
PowerPlus Energy was founded in 2017. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is PowerPlus Energy based?
PowerPlus Energy is headquartered in Scoresby, Australia, in the Oceania region.
How does PowerPlus Energy make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Battery Hardware Sales are the primary driver. The others are cabinet & Accessories Sales, commercial & Industrial BESS Solutions and professional Services & Commissioning.
Who are PowerPlus Energy's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are BYD, Tesla Energy, Alpha ESS, Sonnen (Shell), Redflow, Enphase Energy, Sungrow and Victron Energy. Broad incumbents are Trina Storage and Fronius.
Does PowerPlus Energy have an API?
No public API is recorded for PowerPlus Energy.
What industry is PowerPlus Energy in?
PowerPlus Energy's product category is Battery Energy Storage Systems. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAGAHAB, Battery Modules & Packs (Industrial/Commercial pack assembly), with a secondary code of IMAFAHAE, Energy Storage & Microgrid Electrical Infrastructure (BESS, Controls). Its NAICS code is 33591 and its SIC code is 3600.