Fraunhofer FFB is Europe’s unique research and development battery cell factory, driving sustainable and efficient production processes. Located in Münster, we provide state-of-the-art infrastructure for testing and optimizing innovative processes, materials, and equipment in near-series production environments. Open to companies of all sizes, our facility supports the development of advanced battery cell technologies, contributing to the global competitiveness of ‘Made in Germany’ solutions.
Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation IPA
We produce the future: sustainable, personalized, smart Fraunhofer IPA covers the entire field of production technology and works on an interdisciplinary basis with industrial companies from leading sectors. Social, technical and environmentally relevant key and future topics are addressed in industrial and research projects. Our focus at the Center for Digitalized Battery Cell Production – is to realize a sustainable and future-oriented battery value chain. With comprehensive expertise in factory planning, process development, quality management and the production of cylindrical cells, we create technological advances and competitive advantages for our customers. We focus on a holistic perspective that also includes the end of the battery life cycle in order to promote a sustainable circular economy. Our unique selling point is consistent digitalization along the entire value chain.
Fraunhofer Battery Alliance
The 26 member institutes of the Fraunhofer Battery Alliance develop technical and conceptual solutions along the entire value chain of electrochemical energy storage systems up to the application level either on behalf of customers or in public funded projects together with industry. Our expertise and many years of experience range from material research and cell production to systems and integration as well as end-of-life and recycling. These topics are supplemented by simulation, digitalization and extensive testing and evaluation. | The Fraunhofer Battery Alliance, comprised of 26 institutes, works collaboratively to develop innovative technical and conceptual solutions across the entire electrochemical energy storage value chain, from material research to application. We serve both industry clients and public-funded projects. With expertise and extensive experience in material development, cell manufacturing, system integration, and end-of-life recycling, we also focus on simulation, digitalization, and comprehensive testing and evaluation. Together with our affiliate, Fraunhofer USA Inc., we create a vital bridge between two of the world’s leading innovative ecosystems. This collaboration goes far beyond traditional institutional partnerships – it represents a strategic alliance that accelerates technological advancement and creates lasting positive impact for both continents.
FoodService Sustainability Solutions
Foodservice Sustainability Solutions – Our mission is to provide the highest quality, most innovative products and solutions that protect the environment, empower our customers and benefit their communities.Compost Accelerator – Our Food Waste Dehydrators provide on-site reduction of food waste volume – up to 90%! The residual dried food waste (DFW) can be used as either a valuable compost feedstock or in animal feed. StyroGenie – Thermal foam densifier provides 95% on-site reduction of polystyrene foam (#6) Reduces K12 waste disposal costs by 50% or more! (100% of densified foam is recycled in Turn-Key Program)
Flying Dutchman Inc.
Flying Dutchman builds unloaders for hopper bins and silos from 6 to 30 feet in diameter. The Flying Dutchman utilizes a vertical pole with chains to remove materials from silos/bins. Many different types of products (moist, sticky, fibers, chips and/or strands, etc.) can be unloaded. Machines can discharge products such as DDGS-distillers grain, soybean meal, hulls, cottonseed meal, sunflower meal, wheat midds/bran/shorts, canola meal, and bakery waste. | Flying Dutchman manufactures industrial silo & bin unloaders for bark, hogged fuel, sanderdust, sawdust, shavings, veneer, and wood chips. Applications include feeding burners, boilers, trucks, pellet mills, baggers, briquetters, and/or wood-plastic extruders. Silos & bins from 6 to 30’ in diameter can be unloaded. Silos may be round, square, or rectangular.
First America
Recycling services for metals, electronics, solar panes, all battery types and more | First America is one of the largest recycling companies in the United States, serving customers across the country from a network of strategically located facilities. First America serves customers in new energy, EV/HV, telecommunications, healthcare, manufacturing, financial services, technology, education and government to preserve our global resources for future generations. Visit www.firstamerica.com for more information. | First America is one of the largest recycling companies in the United States, serving customers across the country from a network of eight strategically located facilities. First America provides whole unit and component recovery, reuse and resale services, along with critical documentation and support services to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Minority-certified, ITAR-registered and R2/V3-certified, First America serves customers in new energy, EV/HV, telecommunications, healthcare, manufacturing, financial services, insurance, education and government to preserve our global resources for future generations. Visit www.firstamerica.com for more information.
EV Battery Solutions by Cox Automotive
At Cox Automotive, our vision is to transform the way the world buys, sells, owns, and uses vehicles. For over 80 years, Cox has been at the forefront of automotive innovation. Our commitment to OEMs, dealers and fleets compels us to stay ahead of emerging trends, investing in technologies that expand our capabilities and enrich our core operations. EV Battery Solutions by Cox Automotive delivers end-to-end lifecycle management for electric vehicle batteries, encompassing advanced diagnostics, expert repair, refurbishment, remanufacturing, secure storage, and closed-loop recycling. Backed by certified technicians and a global network of battery centers, we set the industry benchmark for safety, sustainability, and operational excellence. Our holistic approach strengthens every link in the value chain, positioning us as trusted leaders and indispensable partners to OEMs, fleets and dealers. With unmatched capabilities across the EV spectrum, we’re equipped to solve any challenge – from routine diagnostics to complex remanufacturing needs.