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FFT develops cell-forming equipment Cell production
One major reference project is the Fraunhofer Institute’s PreFab pilot plant in Münster. Across a research area of 3,000 m², pioneering production processes are being tested there – an important milestone for batteries ‘Made in Germany’ and the establishment of competitive battery production in Europe.
- End-to-end process chain from electrode production to the finished cell
- Electrode production
- Calendering
- Cell assembly
- Electrolyte filling
- Formation
- Testing
- A key stage in the battery value chain
- Initial controlled charge and discharge cycles of the cell
- High standards of precision and cleanliness
Manufacturing & production lines for "Modul to Pack" Module & Pack Production
Our production lines enable the efficient and precise manufacture of modern battery systems. From module production to pack assembly, we offer flexible manufacturing solutions that ensure the highest quality standards, automation and scalability.
- Module assembly
- Assembling individual cells into battery modules
- Mechanical fastening & electrical interconnection
- Integration of sensors (temperature, voltage)
- Pack assembly
- Assembly of multiple modules into a battery pack
- Installation of cooling systems (air / liquid)
- Housing assembly and sealing
- Manufacturing processes
- Automation using in-line systems and robotics
- Joining technology (laser, ultrasonic and resistance welding)
- Testing (leak testing, insulation testing, end-of-line testing)
Various turnkey projects in the field of battery trays Battery box production
In the Battery Tray & Battery Cover sector, 42 projects have already been successfully completed. Production involves a variety of manufacturing processes for the upper and lower parts of the housings. Specialised methods and modern joining technologies are utilised.
- Joining Technology
- MIG
- RivTac
- Sealing
- Screwing
- Special processes
- Leak testing
- In-line measurement and seam inspection
- Bonding
- Milling
- Automatic cleaning
Manufacture of the control system Battery management
The battery control unit is manufactured on a highly automated production line. All process steps – from assembly and software programming through to the final quality check – are efficiently linked together.
- Automated component assembly
- Relays, electrical components, heat sink, cable harnesses, housing and cover
- Technologies
- Hot caulking, application of thermal paste (dispensing), screw fastening, cleaning with ionised compressed air
- Camera inspection and battery testing (EoL)
- Component feeding
- Screw separation using bin picking, component feeding via AGVs, automated material flow
- Software flashing and end-of-line (EoL) testing
- Electrostatic discharge (ESD protection) and cleanroom environment
Measurement of parameters such as voltage, current and power Battery Testing
As e-mobility has become an integral part of the automotive industry, FFT has developed expertise in BOL, in-line and EOL battery testing, and offers a wide range of test procedures, including low-voltage and high-voltage tests, communication tests, insulation resistance, dielectric strength and safety tests.
Efficient, cost-effective, circular-economy-oriented dismantling and processing EKODA Research Project
As part of the EKODA project, FFT is working on the automated connection and electrical condition assessment of high-voltage traction batteries at the end of their life. The project demonstrates how end-effectors can be used on battery modules and packs as a key technology for automation and the circular economy in the automotive sector.
Let’s work with you to automate your production. We look forward to getting in touch with you.
Please send us your concept idea, your automation requirements or a description of your production process, where we would be delighted to assist you.
We look forward to presenting our standardised portfolio to you, as well as working with you to develop new solutions.
