By Chloé Tocanier / 11 May 2026 BTMS automotive by SNDC Automotive battery thermal management by SNDCWith over 40 years’ expertise in automotive thermal management, SNDC supports manufacturers by providing BTMS (Battery Thermal Management Systems) solutions tailored to the most demanding applications.Hybridisation and electrification represent a strategic challenge for both the On-Road sector (road vehicles, urban transport, public transport) and the Off-Road sector (construction, mining, agricultural and material handling machinery). Commercial vehicles Off-road Specialised vehicles Validating requirements, guaranteeing performance.To ensure energy efficiency, prevent thermal runaway and preserve cell lifespan, batteries must operate within controlled temperature ranges. SNDC’s R&D teams integrate a wide range of modules within a coordinated thermal architecture. These technological building blocks enable the transition from theoretical requirements to operational, reliable solutions tailored to the real-world applications of vehicles and machinery. Optimise energy efficiency Prevent thermal runaway Extend cell lifespan SENTINEL BTMS: safety and energy efficiencyWith battery thermal management and safety features, the SENTINEL range offers a ‘Plug & Play’ BTMS solution for a wide variety of applications. Designed to integrate seamlessly and meet the needs of each customer, the configurable architecture of SENTINEL solutions enables precise battery thermal management. Combining natural dissipation of excess heat, a reversible refrigeration cycle, a heater, cooling fans and a programmable THCU, the SENTINEL range offers great flexibility in integration. Inverter control allows thermal performance to be fine-tuned, ensuring energy efficiency without compromising on runtime. Sentinel Série A Sentinel Série B Sentinel Série C Ask for your personalised guide, and you’ll be contacted by one of our vehicle air conditioning specialists.