Lithium-ion electrode slurries for batteries
A new technology for the production of lithium-ion electrode slurries inducts powders dust-free under vacuum into a liquid stream, thereby enabling dispersion of the powder particles within milliseconds
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The price of battery packs rose by 7% in 2022. BloombergNEF outlined reasons and future prospects
It’s presented as “the first ever increase in lithium-ion battery pack prices since BloombergNEF (BNEF) began tracking the market in 2010”. Reasons are needless to mention (“Rising raw material and battery component prices and soaring inflation”). And demand will reach 603GWh in 2022, which is almos...
Caterpillar unveils prototype batteries for off-highway equipment
At Bauma Caterpillar is introducing 48-volt, 300-volt, and 600-volt batteries for the industrial-power needs of third-party OEM off-highway applications. The battery range uses lithium-ion technology and features a modular design to optimize performance and packaging. The development program also en...
Exide Technologies: new batteries for trucks, CVs and vans
On the occasion of Autopromotec 2022, Exide Technologies presented the two new high-performance batteries ED2103T and ED851T from the Endurance+ PRO GEL range, intended for commercial and industrial vehicles. The former are intended for large trucks in long-distance applications while the latter are...
Akasol battery systems to power Goldhofer electrified aircraft tow tractor
The AKASystem 15 OEM PRC 50 lithium-ion battery system from Akasol, which is now part of the BorgWarner Group, provides the necessary energy in a modular battery concept with capacities of 66, 99, 132 and up to 165 kWh.
Webasto to supply batteries and electronics to electrify Goldhofer airport cargo tractors
The advantages of an electrically-powered cargo tractor over one with an internal combustion engine range from reduced CO2 emissions, lower noise emissions, up to less local particulate pollution, a more pleasant driving experience.
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AS Labruna at the DPE Rimini with LF and start-up MOVe
AS Labruna was present at the DPE - International Electricity Expo in Rimini with LF, FPT Industrial dealer for North Africa, and MOVe, startup for the electrification of on-road vehicles, such as the Metrocab of Fresia
FPT Industrial: let’s go, XC13
The XC13 surely sounds agnostic in FPT Industrial’s unofficial nomenclature; it comes, indeed, with a tripartite certification: Euro 6E (winking an eye at the upcoming Euro 7), methane gas and also biofuel, with a link to hydrogen. Andrea Abbà, FPT’s product marketing manager, told us about dialogui...
batteries
Lithium-ion electrode slurries for batteries
A new technology for the production of lithium-ion electrode slurries inducts powders dust-free under vacuum into a liquid stream, thereby enabling dispersion of the powder particles within milliseconds
The price of battery packs rose by 7% in 2022. BloombergNEF outlined reasons and future prospects
It’s presented as “the first ever increase in lithium-ion battery pack prices since BloombergNEF (BNEF) began tracking the market in 2010”. Reasons are needless to mention (“Rising raw material and battery component prices and soaring inflation”). And demand will reach 603GWh in 2022, which is almos...
Caterpillar unveils prototype batteries for off-highway equipment
At Bauma Caterpillar is introducing 48-volt, 300-volt, and 600-volt batteries for the industrial-power needs of third-party OEM off-highway applications. The battery range uses lithium-ion technology and features a modular design to optimize performance and packaging. The development program also en...
Exide Technologies: new batteries for trucks, CVs and vans
On the occasion of Autopromotec 2022, Exide Technologies presented the two new high-performance batteries ED2103T and ED851T from the Endurance+ PRO GEL range, intended for commercial and industrial vehicles. The former are intended for large trucks in long-distance applications while the latter are...
Akasol battery systems to power Goldhofer electrified aircraft tow tractor
The AKASystem 15 OEM PRC 50 lithium-ion battery system from Akasol, which is now part of the BorgWarner Group, provides the necessary energy in a modular battery concept with capacities of 66, 99, 132 and up to 165 kWh.
Webasto to supply batteries and electronics to electrify Goldhofer airport cargo tractors
The advantages of an electrically-powered cargo tractor over one with an internal combustion engine range from reduced CO2 emissions, lower noise emissions, up to less local particulate pollution, a more pleasant driving experience.
Comau and Ilika join forces to design manufacturing line for solid-state batteries
Comau, which is part of the Stellantis galaxy, will also conduct a feasibility study of the customer’s Goliath solid state technology process and will design a manufacturing strategy that can be cost-effectively scaled to reach mass production levels.
Acquisition completed. Akasol is now part of BorgWarner group
By taking over Akasol, BorgWarner has the target of increasing its presence in the e-mobility field and further strengthening its market position for battery systems. As a matter of fact, the US-based group is a primary player in the production of drivetrain components for the automotive industry.
Volvo Penta and ZEM Energy. The awareness of the Scandinavian Countries
Volvo Penta is expanding its capabilities, experience, and range by becoming the majority shareholder of Norwegian marine battery and electric driveline solutions supplier ZEM AS
Interact Analysis ranked the top suppliers for EV powertrains
The consulting specialists from Interact Analysis have recently published a study reporting the top suppliers for EV powertrains, particularly focused on the truck & bus sector. The report highlighted some relevant trends in a crucial sector.
