en.Wedoany.com Reported - Peak Power has commissioned a 3.6 MW / 7.2 MWh lithium-ion battery energy storage system at Vuteq Canada's manufacturing facility in Woodstock, Ontario. The system is owned and funded by Madison Energy Infrastructure, operated by Peak Power, and helps Vuteq Canada reduce peak electricity costs, participate in demand response programs, and support grid reliability during system stress.
The project also installed six Level 2 electric vehicle chargers at the Woodstock facility through Canada's Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program, expanding workplace charging opportunities for employees and visitors while supporting broader transportation electrification.
The project comes as Vuteq Canada expands its Woodstock operations with nearly $40 million in capital investment, supported by $5 million in provincial funding, and plans to create 145 new jobs in the region. The factory expansion includes new injection molding machines, collaborative robots, and AI-driven manufacturing systems. The battery energy storage system and EV charging infrastructure were integrated in sync with this expansion, ensuring that increased electrification and automation are paired with optimized energy management from day one of expanded operations.
"As industrial facilities electrify, automate, and scale, energy flexibility is becoming a competitive advantage for large industrial operators," said Derek Lim Soo, CEO of Peak Power. "This project demonstrates how large manufacturers can reduce their exposure to peak-driven electricity costs while contributing to a more reliable and resilient grid."
The system can offset up to 3.6 MW of grid demand during critical peak periods. In Ontario, these periods can lead to higher system costs and increased reliance on marginal generation resources. By shifting load away from peak hours and providing flexible capacity, the project is expected to help Vuteq Canada reduce exposure to Global Adjustment charges, participate in demand response programs, and pursue energy arbitrage opportunities.
To support the system's grid connection, on-site electrical infrastructure was upgraded, including the addition of two new switchgear cubicles. The battery is optimized in real time by Peak Power's energy management platform, which uses advanced forecasting and market intelligence to reduce peak demand contributions, respond to market signals, and support system reliability during periods of high stress.
"Madison Energy Infrastructure is proud to bring this project online with Peak Power and support Vuteq's growth," said Cameron Bard, Chief Revenue Officer of Madison Energy Infrastructure. "We are committed to being their long-term partner, unlocking new value to help them manage costs, strengthen the grid, and modernize the way they use energy."
The project reflects a broader shift in the power industry, where large commercial and industrial facilities are moving from passive energy consumers to active participants in the electricity market. As industrial electrification, automation, and AI-driven manufacturing increase electricity demand, flexible assets like battery storage can help manage cost volatility, reduce peak demand, and support local grid stability. By reducing grid consumption during peak demand periods—when higher-emission generation resources are more likely to be dispatched—the system is expected to help avoid marginal emissions over time.
