• Reduce scrap rates by up to 15%: Integrated ultrasound-based inspection solution identifies production deviations in real-time, minimizing waste.
• Increase production efficiency by 8 hours: Streamlined cell-finishing processes lead to significant cost savings.
• Enhance operational safety: Radiation-free ultrasound technology eliminates the need for safety measures and simplifies compliance.

Schneider Electric, in partnership with Liminal Insights, has developed a joint offering that integrates Liminal’s ultrasound-based metrology and analytics solutions with Schneider Electric’s automation and industrial intelligence ecosystem. This integrated inspection solution addresses critical challenges in the EV battery manufacturing industry, such as high scrap rates and the need for rapid scaling.

“As battery manufacturers look to scale their operations, innovative technologies will be crucial to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costly battery scrap,” said Francois Verkindt, Head of EV Battery Business, Mobility Segment at Schneider Electric. “Our ambition is to empower EV battery manufacturers to capitalize on the market opportunity but with the assurance of improved production quality, reliability and safety.”

“Liminal’s mission is to catalyze the transition to electric vehicles and clean energy, both of which require greater supply of lower-cost, higher quality battery cells. Our partnership with Schneider Electric represents major progress for Liminal towards achieving this goal,” said Andrew Hsieh, Co-Founder of Liminal Insights.

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Key features of Liminal’s EchoStat ultrasound inspection solution include:

• End-to-End Automation and Integration: Seamless integration within the broader manufacturing value chain enhances productivity and reduces quality costs.
• Improved Operational Safety: Radiation-free technology eliminates the need for shielding, permits, and specialized safety zones.
• Flexibility to Future-Proof Operations: Compatibility with all battery cell types enables adaptation to evolving production needs.
• Enhanced Efficiency and Performance: In-line integration, minimal floor space, and low power consumption contribute to faster decision-making and increased productivity.

Initial tests suggest that a 1% reduction in scrap could save manufacturers an average of $10 million annually for a 10 GWh production block. Meanwhile, an eight-hour reduction in the cell-finishing process could save up to $3 million annually for a 10 GWh production block. This partnership empowers EV battery manufacturers to improve production quality, reliability, and safety while capitalizing on the growing market opportunity.

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