Frequent power challenges due to unplanned outages, continue to significantly impact homes and businesses in South Africa, causing operational disruptions, financial losses, and compromised security. In this environment, Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems equipped with high-quality batteries are essential to ensure continuity and reliability.
Bluevolt and the Probe Group, known for its extensive experience in energy storage and alternative energy sector, are designing and assembling Bluevolt batteries and UPS systems locally, helping South Africans energise with reliable, affordable lithium power systems. These batteries form part of the Probenergy stable of cost-effective, reliable energy solutions.
Frank Rovelli of the Probe Group spotted the potential in Bluevolt in 2019, and the companies have collaborated closely to design and assemble Bluevolt batteries and UPS systems using lithium iron phosphate cells.

Producing these batteries locally reduces dependency on imported energy storage solutions, enhancing supply chain stability and ensuring quicker delivery times, says Rovelli. “By leveraging regional resources and expertise, Bluevolt can more effectively tailor its products to meet the specific needs and conditions of the South African market, providing robust and reliable energy solutions. Customers can get genuine technical support from our local South African team, the same minds behind the design and assembly of Bluevolt batteries.”
Bluevolt’s Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries are designed with a focus on safety, longevity, efficiency, and environmental friendliness. These batteries offer superior thermal and chemical stability, which significantly reduces the risks of overheating and combustion. They boast a long cycle life, typically lasting between 2000 to 5000 cycles, with minimal capacity loss over time. Furthermore, they deliver high discharge rates and round-trip efficiencies of 95% or more, ensuring that more stored energy can be effectively used. The batteries are made from non-toxic materials and are fully repairable and recyclable, contributing to a lower overall carbon footprint.
Bluevolt has further launched a range of robust UPS solutions designed for reliable backup power during outages, ensuring that all essentials stay on. The range includes six models, the Leopard, Rhino, Lion, Cheetah, Springbok and Hippo, each with variations in power but built around the reliable Bluevolt LiFePO4 batteries.
These UPS Power Systems are engineered for simplicity and resilience, featuring a plug-and-play design that ensures ease of installation and immediate usability. They offer superior battery life, making it an ideal solution for households and businesses requiring energy reliability.
The Leopard LiFePO4 UPS offers a battery capacity of 3 kWh. Capable of supporting a two-kilowatt load, its transformer-based inverter can also handle thermal stresses from overload effectively. This allows it to power up motors with considerable startup surges. It incorporates a built-in mains distribution board connection point, adding versatility and seamless integration into the building electrical system. Designed to cater to both residential and commercial applications, the Leopard UPS delivers reliable performance and uninterrupted power supply, ensuring that critical systems and essential devices remain operational even during extended power outages.
Founder Tom Utermark explains that one of the standout features of the Bluevolt Leopard UPS is quiet operation. “It can charge and run completely silently on the slow charge setting and when the required power output is lower than 500 Watts. This makes it an ideal choice for people living in apartments. Its special mains DB connection makes it ideal for renters, as it can be easily disconnected from the mains.”
For business users, these batteries and UPS systems provide critical support, ensuring uninterrupted operations and safeguarding against productivity losses during power outages.
“At Bluevolt, we are committed to providing energy solutions that go beyond the norm,” says Utermark. “Our expertise spans software, hardware, and materials science, allowing us to create reliable backup power systems tailored for both residential and commercial applications. By combining innovation with practical implementation, we ensure that every battery we produce is a testament to both theory and practicality. Our goal is to deliver robust and dependable energy solutions that meet the unique needs of the South African market while moving us toward a greener and more resilient energy future.”