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Coolspool Combination GPUs Launched

  As FBOs, MROs, and small regional airports are constantly being asked to maximise their ground support equipment budgets, Powervamp has identified a market for a cost-effective power DC power solution and developed its 2-in-1 range of Coolspool Combination ground power…
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Powervamp Coolspool GSE – Changing Regional Perceptions

Coolspool Power - For most aircraft operators, ground power is simply a necessary evil. It adds nothing to the status of aircraft in which billions of dollars are invested in order to reduce seat mile costs through fuel efficiency or increased…
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UK Government Secure Large Order Of Coolspool Ramp Carts

In one of the biggest single orders for Powervamp’s Coolspool range to date, the company is to supply 100 x Coolspool 260 battery ramp carts to the UK’s largest military organisation. The carts will be deployed at airforce and naval bases…
Coolspool 260 UK


Product Profile – ‘Coolspool Hybrid 300’ GPU

The Powervamp Coolspool Hybrid 300 ground power unit is designed to provide continuous power for avionics and to start the engines on all DC turbine and turboprop aircraft by using its fully Tier IV compliant 3-cylinder, water-cooled Kubota diesel engine. Coolspool…
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Powervamp Launch Coolspool Fast Charger Range

  Powervamp is proud to announce the launch of new products, adding to our already existing leading power solutions, such as aircraft static inverters and emergency lighting systems. Our new range of fast chargers are designed specifically for the Coolspool…
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Automotive Double-deck Trailers Utilise Coolspool Aircraft Start Units.

A cost-saving solution to the problem of reliably raising and lowering the intermediate decks of double-decker freight trailers has been developed by UK-based Powervamp Ltd, a long-established specialist in automotive battery jump start packs , aircraft static inverters and a world…
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RNAS Yeovilton Trial Coolspool 29 Twin

RNAS Yeovilton is one of the Navy's two principal air bases, and one of the busiest military airfields in the UK. It is home to more than 100 aircraft operated both front-line squadrons and training units including all Fleet Air…
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Ground Breaking ‘Coolspool’ GPU features In Airside International Magazine

Powervamp's Sales Director, James Ackland, was recently interviewed for an article on battery powered ground power units for Airside International magazine. The article was part of an in-depth feature profiling all aspects of aviation ground  power, particularly the latest developments…
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Coolspool Ramp Cart – Unbeatable Turnaround Cost Savings!

PRESS RELEASE Airlines and airport operators around the world are beginning to reassess how they should provide ground power to the many DC-powered aircraft now operated by regional and commuter airlines – a process driven by the rapidly-growing number and…
Coolspool UK


Coolspool 260 Battery Ramp Cart powering Pilatus Aircraft PC-21

Powervamp is pleased to announce the latest sale of twelve of its award winning Coolspool 260 battery ramp carts to Pilatus Aircraft. This latest sale takes the total of units ordered by Pilatus to over 100 units. Pilatus evaluated battery…
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Powervamp Win ‘Innovation of the Year’ Award for Coolspool Ramp Cart

  Powervamp was proud to receive the 'Innovation of the Year' award at the Business Leader Awards 2014 ceremony last night for its aviation Coolspool Ramp Cart.  The gala evening took place at the Cadbury House Hotel, North Somerset, and…
Powervamp Win Innovation of the Year Award


Avalanche of orders for Coolspool GPU carts and Power supplies complete hat trick for Powervamp’s Aviation Products

Conceived originally as a solution to the need to develop more powerful battery carts for busy FBO's or Ramp operations at regional and Business jet airports, the first 28 volt 130 amp/hour Coolspool GPU was sold to a Tanzanian Airline…
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Powervamp’s COOLSPOOL GPU’s gaining world recognition

Gaining widespread recognition as the next generation of DC battery cart, Powervamp's unique range of 28 volt Coolspool units are now in demand by civil and military operator's world wide. Typical of recent orders is the consignment of Coolspool 130…
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Ground Power Units (GPU)

[raw] Ground Power Unit (GPU) is the term given to equipment that powers, or starts, aircraft, whilst on the ground. A GPU can refer to a dedicated electric power supply, battery power supply or a combination of both. There's also…


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JetGo 300 – The Most Universal GPU on the Market!

Powervamp is proud to announce the launch of the ‘JetGo 300’ 28V DC Hybrid ground power unit (GPU), which will be exclusively sold through its worldwide DC aviation distributor AERO Specialties. The ‘JetGo 300’, (formerly known as the ‘Coolspool Hybrid…
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Powervamp Celebrates 25 Year Anniversary!

2019 will see Powervamp celebrate its 25th anniversary - and it's been an incredible journey as the company evolved from its humble beginnings operating from a kitchen in North Somerset to becoming the huge multi-national manufacturing business with customers in…
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HeliService – The Highest Standards

HeliService International GmbH was founded in 1987 as a helicopter service agent in Egelsbach, Germany. The company initially facilitated rescue flights, passenger and cargo transportation, helicopter pilot training and maintenance support. However, in 2006 the company decided to focus solely…
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Lease and Rental Services E-Brochure

With a background of more than 25 years in the manufacture and supply of ground power systems for the aviation industry worldwide, Powervamp has steadily developed its lease and rental service business to become one of the most widely recognised…
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Powervamp & AERO Specialties at NBAA-BACE

The Powervamp aviation sales team will shortly be joining their dedicated US distributor, AERO Specialties, at next weeks NBAA Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition, (NBAA-BACE), being held at the Orange County Convention Centre, Florida. The exhibition is billed as the…
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International Airport GSE Expo Hailed a Success!

The Powervamp sales and marketing depts. have recently returned from last weeks International Airport GSE Expo held in Las Vegas.  The expo boasts the largest collection of aviation GSE, (ground support equipment), and exhibitors in the world during the 3…
International Airport GSE Expo 2018


The International Airport GSE Expo

The International Airport GSE Expo is the worlds largest exhibition dedicated to aviation ground support equipment (GSE). The expo is held every 2 years at the Rio All Suites Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas.  The 3 day event, (2nd-4th October),…
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Airside International Feature – Greener GSE

  Powervamp was recently invited to contribute to a feature within the Autumn edition of Airside International magazine. This informative article highlights the more environmentally friendly ground support equipment (GSE) on the ramp and explores the momentum behind the industries'…
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Selecting the Correct GPU (Ground Power Unit)

  Selecting the correct model of GPU can sometimes be a confusing task. It's essential that the GPU you select for starting turbines and for providing sufficient power for pre-flight checks, provides the performance and product lifespan that you need.…
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MASUMA Aviation Parts

MASUMA Aviation Parts specialise in the supply of a wide range of aviation products to the military, civil and commercial sectors.  The company started in Argentina in 1994 and soon expanded its operation to its Chile facility in 2011 where…
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A Flying Visit with Reut Airways Ltd

As a British manufacturer Powervamp stands by its various product lines offering cost-effective support and maintenance, to ensure maximum longevity on all products, including aircraft static inverters and ground power units. Powervamp believes that the key to success is working…
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‘Re-Thinking The Ramp’ – Ramp Equipment News Magazine Feature

In the first of a new series that challenges the status quo, Ramp Equipment News (REN) put airport ground support equipment under the microscope, and turned to Powervamp to discuss the costs, environmental impact and the biggest question of all…
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Firing on all Cylinders

KUBOTA UK STRENGTHENS ITS POSITION IN THE AVIATION INDUSTRY WITH POWERVAMP PARTNERSHIP Kubota, the world-renowned manufacturer of industrial diesel and dual fuel engines, is targeting significant growth in the aviation ground power equipment market after joining forces with Powervamp. Powervamp,…
Kubota and Powervamp UK


What is ‘Greener Power’?

Powervamp is uniquely placed amongst ground power unit suppliers to the aviation industry in that it supplies both 28V DC and 400Hz products. So no matter what aircraft, from a Cessna 152 through to an A380, Powervamp have a proven,…
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Fuerza Aérea del Perú

The Peruvian Air Force, or Fuerza Aérea del Perú (FAP) as they are known locally, is the branch of the Peruvian Armed Forces tasked with defending the nation and its interests through the use of air power. Additional missions include assistance in safeguarding internal…
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The Story So Far…

Ever wondered how the Powervamp brand, product lines and subsequent market domination all started? Well read on... Powervamp Ltd, (the name is derived from power = volts x amps), was formed by Richard Roller in 1993 and incorporated in 1994.…
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“Beating the Big Boys” – Powervamp Feature in Airside International Magazine

Airside International magazine recently caught up with the Powervamp sales and marketing team on their bespoke Las Vegas themed stand at Inter Airport Europe - the worlds leading airport equipment exhibition.   The following article is from the Airside International Winter 2017 edition.  …
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The Sky’s the Limit – Adams Aviation Continue to Expand with Powervamp

Reflecting a gradual move to build up its presence in the business aviation market, Adams Aviation, one of Europe’s biggest distributors of aircraft parts, has renewed and strengthened its relationship with Powervamp Ltd, the leading UK-based ground power unit manufacturer. Under…
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Greener Power – Sustaining the Future

  Powervamp is a leading UK based company specialising in the manufacture of advanced power solutions for industry. The company sells its product ranges into several industry sectors, the most specialised and demanding of which is the international aviation industry.…
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Air Tahiti Continue Extensive GPU Trial

With a requirement to replace their aging  existing diesel GPUs, in early 2016 Air Tahiti contacted UK manufacturer Powervamp for details on their unique 28V DC Coolspool battery powered GPU. It was agreed that the product was suitable for their…
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The Powervamp PV20 Power Bank – A True World First.

In response to a challenge encountered by one of the world’s biggest low cost airlines to provide night-time ground power to its fleet of single aisle aircraft, where there was no power source, and night time noise curfew prohibited the…
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Boca Aircraft Maintenance

Portable self-contained ground power units, (GPUs), from Powervamp “have transformed the versatility” of Florida-based Boca Aircraft Maintenance (BAM), according to co-founder David Hintzke. Boca Aircraft Maintenance provides general aviation service and support for a wide range of corporate and business…
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Inter Airport Europe 2017

Inter airport Europe 2017, will open its doors at the Munich Trade Fair Centre in Germany from 10th - 13th October later this year.  Industry experts from airports, airlines, air cargo carriers and aviation-support in demand of the latest equipment and tailor-made…
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CAD – A Design For Life

CAD (computer aided design) has transformed almost every aspect of the output of Powervamp, the leading manufacturer of aviation ground power units, emergency power systems, static frequency converters and automotive jump-starting equipment. Activities ranging from design conceptualisation to detailed product…
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Bespoke Power Products

As a manufacturer a wide range of advanced power solutions for the automotive, aviation, emergency lighting and industrial power markets, we are often approached to re-develop, or modify, an existing product to suit a different application. With a large wealth of…


AeroExpo 2017 – The UK’s Festival of Aviation

This year AeroExpo has returned to Wycome Air Park, Buckinghamshire. With its close proximity to the South East of England, Wycombe Air Park will enable a greater concentration of private pilots, coupled with a high demand of GA, (general aviation),…
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EBACE 2017

The 2017 European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE2017) will take place from 22 to 24 May at Geneva’s magnificent Palexpo. Thousands of business leaders, government officials, manufacturers, flight department personnel and all manner of people involved in nearly every…
EBACE and Flight Ops


The Police of the Czech Republic

The Police of the Czech Republic, or Policie České Republiky as they are known locally, are an armed security force established by the National Council Act in 1991. The force was established to protect people, property and public order and…
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PV45 – The No.1 GPU Choice for MROs

A more compact and agile ground power solution for companies maintaining and servicing larger regional passenger jet aircraft is now available in the form of the PV45 mobile electrical ground power unit (MEGPU) from UK company Powervamp Ltd, a world…
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Silent and Green for Farnborough 2016

The Farnborough International Airshow is a week-long event that combines a major trade exhibition for the aerospace and defence industries with a public airshow. The event is held in mid-July in even-numbered years at Farnborough Airport in Hampshire. The airshow…
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Powering the Emirates A380 at Birmingham Airport

In support of the Airbus A380 service to and from Dubai that was introduced by Emirates this spring, Birmingham Airport has taken delivery of a combined ground power and cable-carrying system from a single UK supplier, Powervamp Ltd. The equipment…
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Powervamp to Exhibit at British-Irish Airports Expo

  Britain and Ireland are renowned for having some of the most sophisticated and successful airport networks in the world, but until now there has never been a major industry Expo that celebrates this. A platform is needed for the…
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Powervamp Team Up with Flight-Ops at EBACE 2016

  The European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE) is the premier aviation event and the annual meeting place for the business aviation community.  Held 24 to 26 May 2016 at Geneva’s magnificent Palexpo, the convention will bring together business…
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Inter Airport Europe 2015, Munich

The Powervamp aviation sales team are making their final preparations for the Inter Airport Europe 2015 (6-9 October 2015) trade show held in Munich, Germany. A 50 square metre floor space has been secured with bespoke stand design complete with…
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Powervamp Pacific Strategically Placed for Avalon 2015

Powervamp Pacific is pleased to announce its attendance at the Australian International Airshow at Avalon airport this week. The Asia Pacific region is undergoing major growth in defence and aviation, with budgets in many countries continuing to rise with an…
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Bond Offshore Helicopters acquire Scammer GPU

Powervamp is pleased to announce the delivery of its 2nd generation Scammer 300 GPU to Bond Offshore Helicopters, Humberside. The Scammer 300 (Self Contained Air Mobile Modular Emission Restricted) was first developed in 1995 for the UK military in response…
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Powervamp Shortlisted for North Somerset Business Leader Awards 2014

Powervamp has made the shortlist into the last three (from over 100 applicants) in the North Somerset Business Leader Awards 2014, within the 'Innovation of the Year' category for its Coolspool Ramp Carts product range. The North Somerset Business Leader Awards is…
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Elite Helicopters Testimonial

Elite Helicopters, Bristol. GROUND SUPPORT - PORTABLE POWER PACKS "Having been involved in the Helicopter industry for some 25 years plus I have encountered countless occasions when I really could have used an Auxiliary Power Unit to get me out…


Company History

  Powervamp Ltd, (the name is derived from power = volts x amps), was formed by Richard Roller in 1993. Initially building a range of portable packs for starting cars, buses and trucks, (VISIT PAGE), the company pioneered the first…


‘Greener’ Power for the Aviation Industry

Powervamp leads the way in bringing more environmentally friendly power to the aviation industry with our range of DC start & continuous power supplies. Transformer rectifiers units (TRU) Built for the GSE professionals, Powervamp manufacture a range of DC power…
Greener Power


Powervamp is 20 years old

This month Powervamp celebrates its 20th birthday. It's been an amazing journey since the company first started back in 1993, when it was formed by Managing Director Richard Roller. It all started as a small range of portable packs for…
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Greener Power

Powervamp is a leading UK based company specialising in the manufacture of advanced power solutions for industry. The company sells its product ranges into several industry sectors, the most specialised and demanding of which is the international aviation industry. Powervamp…


Powervamp: Proudly Made in Britain

How many of you out there know that Powervamp is the only major manufacturer of aviation frequency converters in Britain today? The company also create a range of other innovative ground power products for the industry, including the large battery…
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Powervamp Assist Aviation Legend at AirVenture Oshkosh

Powervamp Aviation division recently returned from the high profile AirVenture Oshkosh exhibition, Wisconsin, USA.  The show is billed as “The world's greatest aviation celebration” and draws in crowds in excess of 500,000 from over 60 countries.  Over 10,000 aircraft land…
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Powervamp Teams Up with the Malibu Wine Guy!

As any pilot will tell you, “Alcohol and flying don’t mix”, unless that is, you happen to own one of the most exclusive wineries in California and are also a helicopter pilot and operator.  Howard Leight is both pilot and Owner of the exclusive…
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Ground Power

What is a Ground Power Unit? A Ground Power Unit (GPU) is the term given to equipment that provides system power to aircraft and/or also has the ability to start the engines whilst on the ground. A GPU can refer…


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