Vianode, an advanced battery-materials company, has been selected as a strategic supplier of high-performance, anode graphite to General Motors. The agreement covers development of large-scale manufacturing capacity and supply of synthetic anode graphite to 2033. The master supply agreement has a USD multi-billion value for Vianode and marks an important step forward in … [Read more...] about GM signs multi-billion-dollar deal for Vianode synthetic EV-battery anode graphite
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Italy’s FIB S.p.A. orders eight Dürr Systems battery electrode-coating lines, finishing systems
Michigan-based Dürr Systems AG has received a significant order from Italian battery manufacturer FIB S.p.A, a Seri Industrial Group company. Awarded in December 2024, the order includes a giga-coating system comprising four anode and four cathode lines, as well as associated calenders, slitters, and solvent-recovery systems. The order value is in the upper double-digit … [Read more...] about Italy’s FIB S.p.A. orders eight Dürr Systems battery electrode-coating lines, finishing systems
Slot-die coated electrodes: Achieving the highest quality anode and cathode coating
By Scott Zwierlein, coating process engineer, FRONTIER, a Delta Modtech Co. In an era when battery technology is advancing at a record pace, it is important to ensure that battery manufacturing is capable of keeping up. In many cases, the accuracy and precision of the coated electrode are what can make or break a new technology. For example, it may be imperative to control … [Read more...] about Slot-die coated electrodes: Achieving the highest quality anode and cathode coating
Asahi Kasei breaks ground on new Li-ion battery-separator plant in JV with Honda
Asahi Kasei Battery Separator Corp. marked a significant step in its commitment to supporting the North American electric-vehicle (EV) market by breaking ground on its new lithium-ion battery separator manufacturing facility in Port Colborne, ON, Canada. The plant is expected to begin commercial production in 2027. It is planned to operate as a joint venture between Asahi Kasei … [Read more...] about Asahi Kasei breaks ground on new Li-ion battery-separator plant in JV with Honda
Electron-beam curing for battery production offers potential solutions
By Zhijia Du, Oak Ridge National Laboratory; and Sage M. Schissel, Ph.D., applications specialist, PCT Ebeam and Integration, LLC Editor’s Note: This technical paper was originally published in UV+EB Technology, 2022 Q3, pages 46-51. Introduction It is no secret that batteries have become intrinsic to everyday life. Batteries have made mobile technology possible – from … [Read more...] about Electron-beam curing for battery production offers potential solutions