ElringKlinger secures series production contract for battery housing components from global battery manufacturer

  • Order for metal battery housing assemblies placed by major global battery manufacturer 
  • Global vehicle manufacturer as end customer
  • SOP at Hungarian plant scheduled for 2023
  • Extensive expertise in stamping and forming technology applied to new applications

 

Dettingen/Erms (Germany) +++ ElringKlinger AG has received an order for metal battery housing assemblies from a major global battery manufacturer whose systems are destined for the battery platform of a global vehicle maker. Series production at the ElringKlinger plant in Hungary is scheduled to commence before the end of 2023. 

Asked to comment, Dr. Stefan Wolf, Chairman of the Management Board of ElringKlinger AG reaffirmed: "ElringKlinger is geared up for the transformation of the mobility market. Established over the course of several decades, our know-how in stamping and forming technology provides the basis for our competitive offering centered around innovative components for battery housings. This order is a prime example. In addition, we have again been able to expand our customer base to include a global battery manufacturer who is currently setting up production in Europe."

The series production order covers several stamped, assembled, and specially coated sheet metal components that are installed as adapters between the battery housing and the battery's degassing valve. The tools required for the associated processes are designed and produced by the Group's in-house toolmaking department.

The order placed by the major battery manufacturer is worth several million euros and covers a period up to 2030; it is to be executed at ElringKlinger's plant in Kecskemét, Hungary. As a global technology group, ElringKlinger operates plants at all major automotive locations for the purpose of supplying customers locally.

ElringKlinger has been developing and producing components for lithium-ion batteries for various hybrid- and battery-electric vehicle models for a period spanning more than a decade. The company's expertise in development and series production in the field of battery technology covers battery systems and battery modules as well as components for batteries, such as cell contact systems, module connectors, cell covers, sealing systems, and pressure equalization elements.

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