POWR2: An Overview of this Battery Energy Storage Solutions Provider

By Keith Gribbins March 10, 2025 View Profile

With the emergence of battery-powered construction equipment, we’re also seeing the emergence of manufacturers providing electric-focused tools and systems to complement these e-machines. POWR2 is one such company, manufacturing clean energy storage solutions to help power (among other things) electric machinery and construction sites. I met up with POWR2 at the recent The ARA Show 2025 in Las Vegas, where the company showcased its latest advancements in battery energy storage systems (BESS) along with some pretty cool immersive technology highlighting how its solutions are reshaping power management in construction, equipment rental and beyond. I also noticed POWR2 will be attending bauma — we’ll be there too — so I thought now was a good time to ensure our readers know about this expert in electric power solutions.

Expanding Global Impact

POWRBANK MAX being shipped on a trailer with construction worker

POWR2’s award-winning battery energy storage system is called the POWRBANK (everything about this company is ALL CAPS), and this BESS is now deployed in over 21 countries, helping businesses cut fuel costs, reduce emissions and improve power reliability. Founded in 2018, POWR2 is headquartered in Bethel, Connecticut. The company breaks its POWERBANK products into two categories: large scale (>250 kW) and small- and mid-scale (<250 kW) energy storage solutions. The company also provides parallel battery technology, which allows the increase of power output by linking multiple POWRBANKs together and dynamically adjusting output based on load. These battery banks can power everything from rock concerts to construction sites, providing emissions-free power with minimal noise.

As the company has grown, it’s formed strategic partnerships with like-minded power players around the globe, from Powershift Technologies in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands to Altaaqa Alternative Solutions in the Middle East, ensuring its portable energy solutions reach a diverse range of markets. It’s also given plenty attention to the American market.

Energy Control at Your Fingertips: ADVANTAGE by POWR2

These cool POWRBANK battery generators deserve equally cool telemetry. I got the opportunity to take a look at POWR2’s ADVANTAGE Energy Management System at The ARA Show. This telematics system takes energy optimization to the next level, and it comes standard with every POWRBANK. This system includes:

Remote Energy Control: Manage batteries, generators and loads from anywhere with customizable timers and automation.
Comprehensive Reporting: Gain real-time insights into energy flow, fuel savings, CO₂ reductions, battery performance and generator runtime.
Future-Ready Software: As proprietary software, ADVANTAGE is designed to evolve alongside the industry.

With real-time insights, businesses can track energy efficiency and maximize cost savings while reducing their environmental footprint.

Next-Gen Energy Storage: POWRBANK XPRO Plus

New products are coming to bauma (a giant German tradeshow that happens every three years). The company will debut its POWRBANK XPRO Plus, set to be UL-listed and CSA-certified. Designed for rugged jobsites, this mobile BESS integrates DC fast charging, advanced fire safety measures and seamless load transfer capabilities. Features include:

DC Charging: Seamlessly charge electric equipment or vehicles with an optional 30kW DC fast charger.
Inbuilt HVAC: Environmental control with thermal insulation supports a wide operating temperature range, while the vent-free design prevents dust infiltration.
Seamless Load Transfer: Achieves a sub-20ms transfer time between AC-coupled and standalone operation.
Integrated Fire Safety: Equipped with aerosol-based fire suppression, smoke detection, and audible alarms for enhanced safety.
Controllable Multi I/O: Control eight individual output connections for priority load management, load scheduling, and monitoring and reporting.
Rugged, Portable Design: A galvanized, powder-coated metal frame, fully sealed and insulated, and locking side doors with safety shut-off switches ensure durability. Forklift pockets and lifting rings allow for easy transport.
Scalable Power: Run up to three units in parallel to expand power output and storage capacity to 300kW/300kWh

This system is engineered to optimize energy use, reduce fuel dependency and provide uninterrupted power, making it an ideal solution for modern construction sites aiming for efficiency and sustainability.

Stepping Into the Future with Virtual Reality

POWR2’s Virtual Reality (VR) experience at The ARA Show transported attendees onto a simulated construction site powered by POWRBANKs. This immersive demo allowed users to see firsthand how battery energy storage can replace traditional fuel-dependent systems, delivering cost savings and reduced emissions in real-world applications. If you missed ARA, you can still enjoy this POWR2 VR at…

POWR2 at bauma 2025: What to Expect

Next stop: bauma 2025 in Munich, Germany. POWR2 will be at Stand 231 in Hall C4, presenting its latest mobile BESS technology and energy management solutions. Attendees can expect to explore:

POWRBANK XPRO Plus, featuring the newest innovations in power reliability.
ADVANTAGE Energy Management System, showcasing how remote monitoring can redefine job site efficiency.
The VR experience, providing an inside look at how POWR2’s battery storage solutions perform in action.

As construction sites shift toward battery-powered equipment, more noise restrictions and increased zero emissions standards, energy storage will no longer be a luxury. POWR2 is proving smart, scalable and sustainable power solutions are here to stay. For more information, visit POWR2.com and experience the future of construction power firsthand.

Keith Gribbins is publisher of Compact Equipment.