Italian automation group Comau has taken an investment stake in Intecells to accelerate the industrial adoption of cold plasma technology in battery cell production. The collaboration follows an initial phase in which Comau supported the commercialization of Intecells’ patented process.
The technology is designed to improve cell performance while lowering investment costs, CO₂ emissions, and energy consumption during production. The companies plan to integrate cold plasma into existing production lines and validate it with customer partners.
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“This new initiative reflects our broader commitment to investing in innovation as a driver of sustainable growth,” said Pietro Gorlier, CEO of Comau. “Our work with Intecells demonstrates how we’re advancing smart, scalable solutions that can be integrated into new and existing battery cell lines. At the same time, it strengthens our footprint in the United States, supporting our ability to operate effectively on a global level while responding more rapidly to local market needs.”
Intecells CEO Xiaohong Gayden added, “We are grateful to Comau for their support and belief in Intecells’ vision. This investment marks the beginning of a strong partnership that will help us expand faster, innovate further, and deliver greater value to our customers.”
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Cold plasma is intended to streamline the impregnation and drying stages of battery cell production, eliminating the need for solvents and binders and reducing cycle times and energy use. The partners also aim to apply the technology to a wide range of battery types and sizes.
Comau did not disclose the financial terms of the investment. The company remains active in European battery projects such as BATTwin and the Reinforce recycling initiative, despite Stellantis’ withdrawal earlier this year.