VRI GmbH: Your battery systems expert from Baden-Württemberg

VRI – Over 30 years of battery systems expertise

For more than three decades, we’ve built our company on innovation, customer-focused thinking, and a deep understanding of real-world challenges. As an independent, owner-managed business, we stand for short decision paths, fast processes, and maximum flexibility. Our long-standing experience, technical depth, creativity, and the precision-driven mindset of our Swabian roots are what drive your success.

And we're not stopping here: As experts in battery systems, we’ll continue to shape a more sustainable and convenient future – with high-quality, forward-looking solutions. That’s our promise.

VRI GmbH: Key milestones at a glance

1992Foundation of VRI GmbH Batterie-Technik by Günter Isermeyer in Ellwangen, Baden-Württemberg. Drawing on his experience at a world-renowned German battery manufacturer—where he co-led the establishment of a production site in Singapore in the mid-1970s—he laid the foundation for VRI’s success story.

1997Relocation and first expansion of VRI GmbH’s facilities.

2005Second relocation and further increase in production capacity.

2007VRI GmbH becomes the largest Varta distributor in Europe.

2011Successful certification according to DIN ISO 9001:2008 (quality management), confirming that VRI operates with structured processes, ensures traceability, and maintains quality standards in both development and production.

Successful certification according to DIN EN ISO 14001:2010 (environmental management), demonstrating VRI’s responsible and forward-thinking approach to environmental matters.

2012Successful audit by the Japanese industrial company Sanyo, a specialist in battery and energy supply solutions. The audit validated VRI’s manufacturing documentation (FDK) in accordance with DIN ISO 9001:2008 and DIN EN ISO 14001:2010.

2013VRI becomes an official Panasonic distributor.
Expansion of VRI’s engineering and development department, along with an increase in warehouse capacity.

VRI receives the ELR Technology Award ("Entwicklungsprogramm Ländlicher Raum") from the state of Baden-Württemberg—an innovation grant that supports companies driving technological progress and strengthens regional economic development.

2015Relocation to a new, modern production facility at today’s company site, including the construction of a new warehouse and distribution center.

2016Establishment of a research and development (R&D) unit in Shanghai, China.
VRI is recognized as one of the “Top 100 Companies in Baden-Württemberg.” This award, granted by a distinguished jury, honors mid-sized companies with strong innovation performance, effective innovation management, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

2017Successful re-certification in accordance with DIN EN ISO 9001:2015 (quality management) and DIN EN ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management).
Initial certification according to DIN EN ISO 13485:2016 confirms that VRI develops and manufactures medically regulated products in compliance with applicable safety and regulatory standards.

2018Expansion and modernization of the production area in compliance with requirements for Functional Safety Documentation (FSD).

2022For 30 years, VRI has been a successful innovation partner in the market—independent, owner-managed, and committed to customer-driven solutions.

2025

Launch of the certified and standardized product family vri BASE LINE in industry-standard formats 18650 and 21700. This intelligent battery system offers powerful yet cost-efficient energy supply for industrial applications.