NEW BATTERY RESEARCH FACILITY LOOKS TOWARD THE FUTURE
LionVolt, an innovative battery scale-up based in Eindhoven, Netherlands, is revolutionising the battery industry with its advanced 3D electrode technology. To support the scaling of its production, LionVolt has partnered with CTS BeNeLux and ABN Cleanroom Technology to implement a cutting-edge dry room system for its new 3D Anode pilot production line at BIC1, Eindhoven. This state-of-the-art production line, set to open in the first half of 2025, will enable LionVolt to deliver its first battery products to clients, marking a significant milestone in the company's journey.
THE PARTNERSHIP: ENABLING INNOVATION
CTS BeNeLux teamed up with Cotes and ABN Cleanroom Technology to provide LionVolt with a highly efficient and flexible dry room system that meets the stringent environmental control requirements of advanced battery manufacturing. The system features a 3-rotor design, integrated PLC control system, and H14 HEPA filters, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. This solution aligns perfectly with LionVolt’s commitment to precision, offering a production environment where environmental conditions are tightly controlled to support the innovative battery technology.
DRY ROOM PERFORMANCE: MEETING THE STRICT REQUIREMENTS
LionVolt’s production environment demands exceptional performance in environmental flexibility, and Cotes’ dry room system has been designed to meet those challenges. Here’s how the system performs to meet the company’s rigorous standards:
- Humidity Control
- The system can achieve a dewpoint of -60°C from -40°C within 1–5 hours, depending on moisture load, heating capacity, and control settings.
- This dynamic response time ensures the system can adapt quickly to fluctuating conditions, crucial for a pilot production line.
- Personnel Load at -40°C Dewpoint
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- At a -40°C dewpoint, the system can accommodate up to 20 personnel in the room while maintaining strict environmental control.
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DESIGNED FOR PILOT LINE FLEXIBILITY
Cotes dry-air solutions are built with extra safety margins, allowing for maximum flexibility—an essential feature for pilot lines where conditions may change frequently. The system can scale up or down as needed, ensuring smooth operations and adaptability during early-stage production runs.
Inside the dry room, moisture is removed through adsorption dehumidification, using the Cotes Ultradry dehumidifier with 3-rotors to maintain the optimal dryness required for the production process. This ensures that the battery production environment meets the high standards of precision demanded by LionVolt’s advanced technologies.
"We are proud to collaborate with Cotes to deliver the most energy-efficient and environmentally friendly adsorption dryers on the market for dryrooms. Thanks to our advanced 3-rotor system, we can significantly reduce energy consumption without compromising performance. This system optimises humidity control and minimises heat loss, resulting in lower operational costs and a smaller ecological footprint.With this innovative technology, we not only help our customers achieve their climate goals but also contribute to a more sustainable future." - CTS BeNeLux.
"The battery industry’s need for rapid, high-quality dryroom solutions is on the rise. Thanks to our modular, pre-engineered systems and strong partnerships with CTS BeNeLux and Cotes, we’re able to answer this demand. This dryroom for Lionvolt is a perfect illustration of how, as a turnkey dryroom provider, we handle all aspects of the project, allowing our clients to focus on their core business." - ABN Technology
Successful Factory Acceptance Test at Cotes in Denmark with CTS BeNeLux.
Cotes Ultradry Unit getting ready for end-customer LionVolt.
Cotes touch display for easier controlling and setting.
"In 2023/2024, CTS and Cotes have established a proven track record with several successful projects across the Benelux region. Our focus on energy savings, combined with precise application knowledge and a comprehensive service package— including on-site commissioning— demonstrates that customers highly value our local presence and our approach as trusted advisors, guiding them to the right solutions for their drying needs." - Vincent von Wieding, Sales Director Germany at Cotes.
ABOUT LIONVOLT
LionVolt is an innovative battery scaling company focused on advancing 3D electrode technology, designed for use in next-generation lithium-ion, sodium-ion, and solid-state battery cells. Established in 2020, the company builds upon a decade of research and development dating back to 2014. In 2022, LionVolt successfully demonstrated the capabilities of 3D electrodes and created its first structured battery cell, marking a pivotal step forward in the company’s growth. The company’s 3D pilot manufacturing line, dedicated to producing 3D anodes and electrolytes, is situated at the Brainport Industries Campus (BIC).
ABOUT CTS BENELUX
CTS BeNeLux is a leading provider of advanced environmental systems, offering customised solutions for a wide range of industries, including battery manufacturing (dry rooms), food and beverage production, breweries, storage facilities, museums, and more. Known for their commitment to innovation and customer-centric service, CTS BeNeLux has earned a reputation as a trusted partner in delivering high-performance systems that meet the most demanding requirements. By working closely with clients, CTS BeNeLux ensures that their operations are efficient, sustainable, and supported by the latest, most effective technologies.
ABOUT ABN CLEANROOM TECHNOLOGY
ABN Cleanroom Technology is a multi-disciplined design, construction and commissioning company that specialises in cleanroom and dry room project planning and execution for pharmaceutical, life science and high-tech facilities. As European leading innovator in providing Industry 4.0 Connected Cleanrooms, they make cleanroom technology affordable, not only as an investment cost, but more importantly as Total Cost of Ownership. ABN Cleanroom Technology is widely known for its modular and pre-engineered cleanroom design, leading to increased energy efficiency and reliability, but also to speed in cleanroom projects.
If you are a car or battery manufacturer that wants to go green(er) and save costs, then reach out to us. Cotes can help you find the right dry-air solution for your facilities and give you the competitive advantage of a more sustainable Li-ion battery.
CONTACT OUR BATTERY TEAM
Vincent von Wieding Sales Director Germany +49 151 1065 3435 |
Joris Vieux Country Manager France & Global Manager Battery +33 6 5118 7705 |
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