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🔋 Major EV Battery Recall Reinforces the Need for Advanced Quality Control 🔍 A well-known battery manufacturer has initiated a large-scale recall due to critical defect risks—another clear reminder that quality assurance in battery production is 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹, 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹. 𝟯𝗗 𝗖𝗧 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 is transforming battery manufacturing by enabling 𝗻𝗼𝗻-𝗱𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲, 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹-𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀. Unlike traditional 2D methods, 𝟯𝗗 𝗖𝗧 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲 𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮, detecting micro-defects early and preventing costly recalls. With advancements like 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹-𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘂𝗱-𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, CT technology is now fast and scalable for in-line production. #QualityControl #EVmobility #CT #Gigafactory https://lnkd.in/dbWuTvam

🔎 Panel Discussion Spotlight: Driving Higher Production Quality through Digital Innovations 🔎 We’re thrilled to announce Bernhard Muerkens from VCbattery will join an expert panel discussion at New Battery World in Munich on 28 February 2025. This high-impact session, titled: "Increased Production Quality through Digital Innovations", promises to deliver key insights into the future of EV battery manufacturing. 📅 Panel Details: Friday, 28 February, 10:20 – 10:55 a.m. 📍 New Battery World 2025, Munich Expert Panelists: - Bernd Mangler – Siemens AG - Dr. Michael Salmen – Daimler Truck AG -  Stephan Eirich – Maschinenfabrik Eirich -  Moderator: Prof. Dr. Ferdinand Dudenhöffer – CAR-Bochum 💬 Key Topics: - How effective data analytics can improve yield rates in cell factories and scale – up faster - Where Europe stands in battery production compared to China and Korea - And more As digital innovation transforms EV battery production, this discussion will explore how advanced data management and cutting-edge inspection solutions are reshaping the industry. 🚀 Don’t miss this exchange of perspectives from industry leaders dedicated to driving sustainable and efficient production practices. #NewBatteryWorld #EVBattery #DataManagement #Emobility

🚗🔋 VCbattery at Automotive World/EV Japan 2025! 🌟 We’re thrilled that EV Japan 2025 at Tokyo Big Sight kicked off, where innovation meets the future of the automotive industry. Together with our partner K.K. IRISU (C. ILLIES & CO., LTD.) - 株式会社イリス, we host a booth showcasing the latest advancements in EV battery inspection technology. 📍 Visit us at Booth E 38-14 and discover how our cutting-edge 3D CT systems are transforming EV battery safety and quality assurance. What you can explore at our booth: ✅ Revolutionizing Battery Inspection: Fast, precise, and reliable solutions to enhance efficiency and safety. ✅ Non-destructive Testing (NDT): Supporting sustainable production with defect-free batteries. ✅ Process Optimization: Tailored technologies to improve yield rates and reduce production costs. Let’s shape the future of battery innovation together! Stop by for engaging conversations with Christian Gück and Boris Arnold Rottwinkel, who are eager to share insights on how VCbattery can elevate your operations. #EVJapan2025 #BatteryInspection #VCbattery #Emobility#diondo

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🚗🔋 VCbattery at EV JAPAN 2025 – Driving Innovation in EV Battery Inspection 🔋🚗 We are excited to announce that VCbattery will be participating in EV JAPAN 2025, Asia's leading exhibition for EV, HV, and FCV technologies, taking place in Tokyo Big Sight from 22–24 January 2025. At our booth, East Hall 4 E37-8, we will showcase how our cutting-edge high speed 3D CT systems revolutionize EV battery inspection by ensuring: ✅ Rapid defect detection ✅ Enhanced safety and quality ✅ Lower production costs ✅ Increased manufacturing yield This event brings together the top automotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and industry leaders to explore the latest advancements in technology. Joining us at the booth will be Christian Gück and Boris Arnold Rottwinkel, who will be happy to discuss how our solutions can benefit your production processes. We are proud to participate in cooperation with our exclusive partner, K.K. IRISU (C. ILLIES & CO., LTD.) - 株式会社イリス, as we continue to set new standards in EV battery inspection technology. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with us and learn more about how VCbattery can help you drive innovation in battery manufacturing. #EVJapan #VCbattery #Gigafactory #EMobility 

An eye-opening perspective on one of the battery industry's biggest challenges: quality control at scale. This article shows how critical battery quality management is for safe electrification. Key insight: balancing high-volume manufacturing with rigorous quality standards, especially the trade-off between quality tool investments and costs at both factory and OEM levels. Makes a compelling case for 3D X-ray inspection in cell manufacturing and essential reading for battery industry professionals. You can find the link in the comments

🌍 VCbattery at "Batterien für die Zukunft – Anwendung trifft Forschung," here's what we learned at DESY's Groundbreaking Battery Summit! 🌍 Bernhard Muerkens was delighted to participate in the groundbreaking event Batterien für die Zukunft – Anwendung trifft Forschung, organized by Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY, Fraunhofer ISIT, and Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin (HZB). This event brought together leaders from science and industry to address critical questions: 🔋 How can we make the batteries of tomorrow safer and more efficient? 🔋 What cutting-edge technologies can revolutionize the market? 🔋 How can we collaboratively strengthen a forward-looking value chain in northern Germany? Special thanks to Dr. Oliver Seeck from DESY for hosting this remarkable gathering of battery innovation leaders. As a proud partner in the North German battery research cluster, it was inspiring to connect with industry pioneers like Nils Wulfes (Strategic Projects Manager, Northvolt-Heide), Dr. Andreas Würsig (Head of FAB-SH, Fraunhofer ISIT-Itzehoe), and Benno Leuthner (Managing Director, CustomCells-Itzehoe). A highlight was the fascinating tour of DESY's cutting-edge laboratory facilities led by Marc Thiry, (Industrial Relations Officer, Helmholtz-Centre Hereon), showcasing their world-class 3D X-ray capabilities for materials research. 🔬 The event also highlighted the accelerating pace of German battery innovation, based on a June 2023 German patent research study: 📌 Germany accounted already in 2022 for 19% of all battery-related patent registrations, trailing only South Korea (25%) and Japan (20%), and ahead of China (16%). 📌 German car manufacturers such as BMW (175 patents) and Volkswagen/PowerCo (125 patents) lead the way from an OEM perspective, demonstrating the country's growing strength in both innovation and production, but are still very much challenged by leading cell manufacturers such as CATL (CN, 295 patents) and LG (KR, 768 patents). At VCbattery, we remain committed to advancing the industry with innovative 3D CT systems for EV battery inspection, contributing to enhanced safety, quality, and performance. 💡 Together, we are shaping the future of battery technology. #BatteryInnovation #EV #CTTechnology #Gigafactory #Emobility

🔊 Just dropped - the perfect holiday listening: VCbattery in the Battery Technology Podcast! 🔊 In the final episode of the Battery Technology podcast, host Ken Davies sits down with Bernhard Muerkens of VCbattery to discuss the challenges of producing batteries for electric vehicles. Bernhard dives deep into one of the industry's biggest challenges: optimizing production processes for EV batteries. Current production yields are often only between 50% and 70%. We at VCbattery know that there is a huge potential for improvement through better process control and inspection. The key takeaway: Better 3D metrology data = deeper insight into cell conditions = smarter production decisions. It's all about giving manufacturers the knowledge they need to optimize their processes. The game changer? We deliver high-resolution 3D full cell images up to 50 times faster than existing systems. This means manufacturers can integrate comprehensive quality control directly into their production lines without sacrificing throughput. Our mission is simple: to provide battery manufacturers with the granular 3D metrology data they need to make informed decisions and optimize their processes. No more compromises between speed and insight. As we head into the holiday season, take some time to listen in! Find out how innovations in battery inspection technology are driving production efficiencies and closing gaps in cell production knowledge for manufacturers. 🎧 Tune in now: https://lnkd.in/eGJGyJDy #EVBatteries #QualityControl #BatteryTechnology #Emobility

🌟 VCbattery at SynBatt Status Seminar 2024 in Cologne: Shaping the Future of European Battery Technology 🌟 On November 25th and 26th, Cologne became the hub of sustainable battery cell production and electromobility as the SynBatt Status Seminar 2024 brought together over 70 project partners from leading research institutions and innovative industrial companies. We were proud to participate in this prestigious event and contribute to advancing Europe’s position as a global innovation leader in battery technologies. 🙏 Special thanks to Dr. Christoph Weber from ACC for moderating our session on Day 1, where we delved into the progress of four pivotal research projects: QUGAPP, DemoRec, QuaLiProm, and BatterieAttest. These initiatives are driving groundbreaking solutions for the future of battery cell production. 🔍 Highlighting BatterieAttest: Through our partnership with Fraunhofer IMTE and the Fraunhofer-Einrichtung Forschungsfertigung Batteriezelle FFB, VCbattery is developing the next generation of full-cell 3D scanners for prismatic and pouch cells. This cutting-edge technology is set to revolutionize production processes, significantly improving cell factory yields, reducing costs, and ensuring unparalleled quality standards for battery manufacturers. The SynBatt Status Seminar once again emphasized the importance of close collaboration between science and industry in driving the mobility transition and supporting Europe’s leadership in sustainable battery technologies. We look forward to continuing our work with partners and leveraging events like this to foster innovation and shape the future of electromobility. #VCbattery #SynBatt #BatterieAttest #emobility