Arkema Unveils Battery Dry Coating Lab for Clean Mobility
Arkema has inaugurated its Battery Dry Coating Laboratory at the Cerdato Research Center in Normandy, France. The lab, dedicated to advancing dry coating processes for battery electrodes, is equipped with two cutting-edge technologies: direct calendering and electrodeposition. This facility aims to support the global transition to clean mobility and energy storage.
The new laboratory, opened in late 2024, has swiftly become a hub for collaborative innovation with major cell makers and automotive players. It explores and advances the dry coating process, which significantly reduces energy consumption and lowers the carbon footprint compared to traditional wet coating methods.
Arkema's portfolio includes advanced materials for dry coating applications, such as Kynar PVDF grades, IncellionTM Acrylic polymers and monomers, and Polyamides. These materials are integral to the lab's research and development efforts.
The Battery Dry Coating Laboratory, led by R&D center Director Anne Christmann, embodies Arkema's commitment to innovation and supporting the energy transition. With this new facility, Arkema aims to be a key enabler of next-generation battery solutions, driving growth and progress in clean mobility and energy storage.
