Comau has renewed its collaboration with Intecells to optimize the use of cold plasma in the industrial manufacturing of battery cells for electric vehicles (EVs) and stationary energy storage systems.
Following an initial phase focused on supporting the industrialization of Intecells’ patented cold plasma process, Comau has made an investment in the company, acquiring a minority stake.
Through this investment, the two companies will work with customers to validate and integrate the jointly developed technology into existing cell manufacturing lines.
The goal is to reduce cycle times and energy consumption during soaking and drying, using Intecells’ solvent- and binder-free approach. The collaboration also aims to enhance cell capacity, cycle life, and production quality across a wide range of battery chemistries and formats.
Comau continues to advance electrification through technologies that span the full battery lifecycle — from cell formation to module and pack assembly, testing, dismantling, and recycling.
In a market that demands high flexibility, EV batteries remain the primary focus, with production expected to grow at an average CAGR of 15% between 2025 and 2030. Meanwhile, the global energy storage sector is also expanding rapidly, projected to grow 15 to 18% CAGR to reach 1.5 TWh of installed capacity by 2030.
“This initiative underscores our commitment to innovation as a foundation for sustainable growth,” said Pietro Gorlier, CEO of Comau. “In fast-evolving sectors such as electric mobility and stationary energy storage, companies are under increasing pressure to optimize both product and production costs. Our collaboration with Intecells reflects how we’re advancing flexible, scalable solutions that can be integrated into new and existing manufacturing lines, while also reinforcing our presence in the United States and enabling faster response to local market needs.”
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