AVID about
AVID is a leader in the design and manufacture of electrified powertrain components and systems for heavy-duty and high-performance electric (EV) and hybrid vehicles (HEV). Our core competencies are the design, validation, and manufacture of high-performance electric motors, power electronics, and thermofluids integration.
AVID manufactures a range of electrified powertrain components including electric pumps and fans, battery systems, traction motors and power electronics used in electric and hybrid vehicles and actuation and propulsion systems for robotics.
We also have full systems integration and control expertise allowing AVID to rapidly develop complete EV, PHEV, and MHEV powertrain solutions.
The core pillars of the AVID business are Innovation, Agility, Quality and our great team.
Saving the planet
It is a fact that climate change, urban air quality and the rising cost of energy are major issues of our time. The energy consumption and exhaust emissions from vehicles are major contributors to these issues. AVID’s vision is a future where the air is safe to breathe and transport is more sustainable.
Our mission is to help deliver this vision of a cleaner, greener future by enabling smart powertrain electrification with our high-efficiency electric motor and power electronics technology and delivering class-leading electrified powertrain and propulsion systems.
Our customers include most of the prominent global vehicle manufacturers and tier 1 suppliers.
Featured Products
Liquid Charge Air Cooling
Liquid Cooled Charge Air Cooling, sometimes referred to as Indirect Charge Air Cooling is a key strategy in the reduction of emissions and efficiency improvement in modern low emission diesel engines. This technology see’s the conventional “Air to Air” charge air cooler replaced by a more advanced system involving a low temperature cooling circuit, coolant circulation pump, low temperature radiator and a liquid cooled charge air cooler or LCCAC.
Bespoke Thermal Systems
AVID has produced bespoke thermal management solutions for a wide range of applications. Ranging from keeping hydrogen fuel cell’s cool in mobile applications to managing heat build up in sensitive stationary electronics systems. AVID uses the highest performance heat exchangers that are perfectly matched to our high performance electric fans and pumps and offer the highest levels of reliability and efficiency.
ePump OP40 – Oil
The OP40 is a high performance oil pump specifically designed for demanding gearbox lubrication in high performance electric and hybrid vehicles. The pump uses the same high performance proven 0.75kW brushless DC motor and control electronics as the FiL-11 fan. This enables full speed control of the pump via PWM or CAN.
Battery Systems Design
AVID design, integrate and manufacture electric and hybrid vehicle battery systems for a range of applications.
Alternators & Crank Assist
The Power Series Alternator Range consists of a number of high performance, high efficiency brushless alternators. The series is based around the same family of proven components and a unique electrical machine design.
As well as operation as a conventional alternator with diode rectification, AVID can now offer the Power Series Alternator with a range of rectification and control options.
Smart alternator control means the ability to only utilise the alternator under braking and engine off load periods to reduce parasitic power consumption.
Active alternator rectification means it is now possible to operate the Power Series Alternator as a a bi-directional electrical machine. Providing charge, and also providing power back to the engine in crank assist mode.
A high performance brushless rotor lies at the core of the P450, with a unique design to maximise efficiency. High performance diode rectification is used on the standard alternators and active rectification electronics are available as a custom solution.
Custom Solutions
AVID has been developing electrified engine ancillaries, control systems and advanced thermal management systems for many years. We are proud to be working with some of the worlds leading vehicle manufacturers and Tier 1 suppliers to help them develop innovative solutions for the vehicles of the future.
Bespoke Fans
AVID has many years of experience in the design of highly efficient motor controllers and brushless DC motors. The company also has in house 3D mechanical design and CFD capabilities meaning that we are capable of developing custom solutions for cooling fan challenges. Utilising our background knowledge allows us to bring products to the market faster, with less risk and at a lower cost.
eFan Micro Hybrid Systems
AVID’s eFan Micro Hybrid System (MHS) replaces the conventional engine cooling system. The AVID MHS reduces parasitic loads on the engine and allows operating temperature to be optimised and reduces fuel consumption.
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Latest White Papers
Comparison of Sealed and Sealless Pumps for Automotive Applications
Pumps are required for several key functions on a vehicle, oil pumps for lubrication, coolant pumps for cooling and refrigerant pumps for air conditioning systems to name three. This white paper will look at coolant... Read More
What is the Best Electric Vehicle Battery Cooling System?
Electric vehicles use large batteries to store energy. The energy flowing into the battery pack as it is charged either from regenerative braking or from the grid and discharged from the pack to power the... Read More
Latest Blog Posts
Understanding the New European CO2 Regulations for Trucks
On the 17th May 2018, the European Commission presented legislation for the first ever mandatory reductions in CO2 emissions from trucks, coaches, and buses, FMT emission performance standards for new heavy-duty vehicles. The legislation sets... Read More
Careers in Science and Engineering
I am often asked by people for careers advice for their children. Therefore, I have decided to write a short blog entry on this subject which will hopefully be of use to you. In my... Read More