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Valeo inaugarates new power electronics production facility in Pune
Industry News- Sep 06,24
To reduce emissions, the site has replaced its employee transportation buses with new BS VI-compliant vehicles, introduced two electric vehicles for guest commutes, and implemented various other energy efficiency improvements within the plant to lower the carbon footprint.
Valeo, a global leader in mobility technology, is set to expand its industrial footprint in India with the inauguration of a production facility in Pune for power electronics products. This innovative infrastructure covering over 7,000 sq. mt. area will augment Valeo’s capabilities in electrification in India with a vibrant workplace that attracts top talent and fosters collaboration, creativity, and excellence.
Yann Keraudren, Vice President - Asia Regional Operations, Valeo Power inaugurated the new office in the presence of Jayakumar G, Group President & Managing Director, Valeo India, and Nitin Chaudhary, Site General Manager, Valeo Pune Plant.
Jayakumar G, Group President & Managing Director, Valeo India, said, "The inauguration marks a significant milestone in Valeo’s journey in India. This new facility in Pune is a key element of our strategic plan for deeper localisation and long-term competitiveness in electrification products. It will meet the growing demand from our customers for the On-Board Power Supply 3-in-1 combination unit, comprising an On Board Charger, DC-DC converter, and power distribution unit. As the EV market in India expands, we are prepared to deliver technology solutions that are both adaptable to the Indian market and cost-competitive."
Valeo Pune is committed to enhancing workforce diversity and sustainability. Over the past five years, the site has actively driven this initiative, and today, it proudly employs over 40 individuals with disabilities.
In line with Valeo’s sustainability goals, the company has installed a 900 kW rooftop solar panel in the existing plant and is expanding its capacity with an additional 700 kW at this new facility.
Additionally, to reduce emissions, the site has replaced its employee transportation buses with new BS VI-compliant vehicles, introduced two electric vehicles for guest commutes, and implemented various other energy efficiency improvements within the plant to lower the carbon footprint.
What is the On Board Power Supply 3-in-1?
The new site will start producing the On Board Power Supply 3-in-1 combo unit, a combination of three standalone power electronics products:
? On-Board Charger (OBC) is the system built into the car to recharge the high voltage battery from the AC grid with different power range: 7, 11 and 22kW;
? DCDC converter is used to convert power from the high voltage (HV) network to the 12V Low Voltage (LV) network to charge the LV battery and power the electric devices;
? Power Distribution Unit (PDU) delivers power to all critical electric loads within an electric vehicle including traction and auxiliary loads. The PDU includes relays, fuses and bus bars usually.
This compact and cost-effective solution offers a modular design approach. The combination of these 3 products helps in component saving and component sharing between battery, OBC and DCDC units and in terms of cooling panel, HV cables, signal connector and housing.
Jayakumar G
Yann Keraudren
Nitin Chaudhary
EV
electric vehicles
Valeo
mobility technology
power electronics
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