Powervamp Ltd, (the name is derived from power =volts x Amps), was formed by Managing Director Richard Roller in 1993. Initially building a range of portable packs for starting cars, buses and trucks, it pioneered the fir......Powervamp Ltd, (the name is derived from power =volts x Amps), was formed by Managing Director Richard Roller in 1993. Initially building a range of portable packs for starting cars, buses and trucks, it pioneered the first stainless steel, portable battery pack for starting helicopter turbines, and went on to develop a range of stainless steel packs for aircraft and vehicle starting. Key to its product success was the extensive “hands-on” trials, field testing and development. Continual operational use of the products by the company founder and by Powervamp engineers resulted in a wealth of technical knowledge unique to the company. Such in-depth knowledge continues to give Powervamp a huge technological edge over claimed competitors . Having launched its highly successfully range of portable piston engine and turbine starting packs, the company identified a new and urgent product need. The introduction of police helicopter units created an immediate need for continuous, 28v DC power to allow helicopter crews to train on new camera and thermal imaging systems without the aircraft having to be airborne. Powervamp’s subsequent development of the first miniature, 40 amp, 28volt DC, switch mode power supply – able to operate from a domestic supply – was an instant success . With Powervamp products recognised as the preferred solution for reliable starting and continuous power needs, sales grew and the product range expanded forcing the company to relocate in 1997 to Weston-Super-Mare, near Bristol, UK, where it now has three sites.