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Batteries
We create materials that improve battery life, performance and safety through technology innovation and customer-oriented solutions.
For 140 years, we have collaborated with our customers to drive innovation forward as a leader in conductive carbons and fumed metal oxide additives. The global trend of electrification requires lithium-ion (Li-Ion) batteries to deliver higher performance, safety and reliability at the same time. Our portfolio features a wide range of solutions to address such technical challenges, including conductive carbons, carbon nanotubes, carbon nanostructures, conductive carbon dispersions, fumed silica, fumed alumina and aerogel that help address a variety of technical challenges that battery manufacturers face. While we primarily focus on Li-ion and advanced lead-acid batteries, we also recognize the importance of supporting hydrogen fuel cell technology.
End Markets
Engineers and designers of Li-ion and advanced lead-acid batteries use our conductive additives to improve the durability and performance of batteries for diverse end-use applications. Additionally, we contribute to the advancement of hydrogen fuel cells, enabling efficiency and reliability for cutting-edge energy solutions.
Electric Vehicle
Our specialty additives deliver improved electronic conductivity, durability, safety and thermal management for electric vehicle batteries.
Consumer Electronics
Our highly conductive additives provide performance-oriented solutions for a broad range of consumer electronics applications.
Energy Storage
We have a wide suite of specialty additives for energy stationary storage applications.
Global Network
Our global footprint and strong focus on sustainability support the growth of our customers. As a market leader, we have an expanding global network with capacity and innovation centers in every region.
News
September 20, 2024
"We are honored to have been selected for award negotiation by the U.S. Department of Energy, which will enable us to further our commitment and capabilities to supply critical materials for the EV battery market and will ultimately strengthen the U.S. battery supply chain," said Sean Keohane, president and CEO.
May 1, 2023
"We have been producing aerogel for 20 years and the expansion of our aerogel capabilities for use in thermal barriers for batteries is a natural progression in our commitment to support the tremendous growth of the battery market," said Jeff Zhu, executive vice president and president, Performance Chemicals segment and Asia Pacific region.
March 6, 2023
"We already have established conductive additives manufacturing and commercial capabilities in Europe, and our new EMEA Technology Center will enable us to collaborate more closely with our customers and offer faster development times and extensive testing and trialing in Europe," said Shen Yi, vice president and general manager for Battery Materials.
January 26, 2023
"We are at a pivotal moment as the vehicle fleet transitions from internal combustion engines to electric vehicles. Conductive additives are essential materials to make EV batteries work and expanding battery capacity and building a domestic materials supply chain are critical for the growth of EVs to be realized," said Sean Keohane, president and CEO.
November 3, 2022
"We are committed to leveraging the power of innovative chemistry and our strong R&D capabilities to deliver solutions that enable a more sustainable future for the rapidly growing battery market," said Shen Yi, vice president and general manager for Battery Materials.
March 1, 2022
"This acquisition directly aligns with our strategy to invest for advantaged growth while developing innovative products and processes that enable a more sustainable future," said Sean Keohane, president and CEO.
April 1, 2020
"We are pleased to complete this acquisition and officially welcome our new colleagues from SUSN to betway必威. We look forward to collaborating with them to strengthen our global leadership position in carbon additives," said Jeff Zhu, senior vice president and president, Performance Additives business.
