GODI India has achieved a new milestone by getting the prestigious Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification for its 21700 cylindrical NMC811 lithium-ion cells. As per the BIS requirement, the Godi-designed and made-in-India cells were tested and qualified by TUV, the third-party testing agency. With this, GODI India has become the first Indian company to get this certification for lithium-ion cells in India with their homegrown technology.
Commenting on the milestone, Mahesh Godi, Founder and CEO, GODI India, said, "Electric Vehicle penetration in India is expected to become a reality soon. As a result, lithium-ion battery-based storage solutions will gain prominence. The localisation of tailor-made cells for Indian conditions will play a vital role in automotive and energy storage applications (ESS). As cell technology players, we want to join this exciting journey. The BIS certificate for our 21700 NMC 811 Li-ion cell is a testament to GODI India's deep know-how and IP and a significant endorsement of our cell technology. GODI India is innovating in every layer of cell technology. For the first time in Indian history, NMC811 21700, 3.65V-4.5Ah cylindrical cells were made-in-India & Made-for-India".
The manufacturing facility will have the latest technology in all aspects, including carbon-neutral processes powered by renewables. Sharing more details about the technology, Godi said, "With our advanced cell technology, we intend to be a leading provider of storage solutions for electric vehicles and energy storage applications in India and will also contribute to reducing India's dependence on fossil fuels. Our newly developed lithium-ion cell (4.5Ah capacity) with an energy density of 235 Wh/kg has a longer range that meets our customer demands".
GODI India works closely with research institutes and other government agencies to ensure quality standards in developing and manufacturing lithium-ion cells. Compared to many imported commodity battery kits, GODI's cells offer a combination of design sophistication and quality to ensure superior performance and durability. Apart from safety and higher energy density, GODI's BIS-certified lithium-ion cell gives customers seven per cent cost savings. On safety, the company feels it is its cell manufacturer's duty to provide the right product and never compromise on quality.