Akzo Nobel driving innovation with new powder coatings technology for EV batteries
Powder coatings technology which provides improved electrical protection for electric vehicle (EV) battery systems – in just one spray – has been developed by Akzo Nobel’s Resicoat brand.
There’s growing demand in the EV market for coatings with a higher dielectric strength to help increase the safety of battery systems. The company’s Powder Coatings business has risen to this challenge by creating a solution which allows customers to reach the required film thickness with a single spray – helping to increase efficiency and productivity. Available in China, the new technology is suitable for battery system parts such as cooling plates, side plates and battery covers (enclosures).
“We’ve developed innovative technology which addresses a clear need within the industry and helps to improve safety,” explains Jeff Jirak, Director of Akzo Nobel’s Powder Coatings business. The technology’s ability to build a consistent film with one-time application also means the entire process is more efficient in terms of increasing speed and production capacity, reducing man hours and improving asset utilization. As well as boosting the safety of EV battery systems, Akzo Nobel’s newly developed one-spray technology provides resistance against thermal shock, water immersion and chemicals.
