Hoodie alert at #teamkutter

#teamkutter is lived in our company, and we are proud of this unique identification of every single employee with Battery-Kutter.

In order to further strengthen the team spirit among each other and to give each of us a little joy shortly before Christmas, all employees of Battery-Kutter received a hoodie with the imprint "#teamkutter" as a gift. Everyone was very happy about the jumper, many of them put it on immediately and – at least it felt like it – most of them haven't taken it off yet.

Battery-Kutter is once again one of the fastest-growing companies in Germany

We are incredibly proud that Battery-Kutter has been named a FOCUS Growth Champion for the fifth year in a row.

Lithium harvest from oceans

Whether it's e-mobiles, smartphones or energy storage units: they all owe their operation to lithium-containing battery cells, causing the demand for lithium to skyrocket. Researchers are therefore feverishly searching for new ways to extract the raw material. Now there is a new approach.

#teamkutter keeps growing

We are very happy about our five new colleagues. It's great to have you on board and welcome!

Special Award for Quality & Technology 2022

Battery-Kutter is one of the top suppliers of INOTEC Sicherheitstechnik GmbH and is awarded the "Special Award for Quality & Technology 2022" as part of their supplier assessment 2022.

Hydrogen train breaks distance record

For the first time, a hydrogen-powered locomotive breaks the 1000-kilometre mark. Remarkably, it managed to do so with only one tank load. The train started operation in Lower Saxony in Au­gust this year. 

The iron cat of Battery-Kutter

In order to optimally wrap our goods before shipping them to you and thus further increase transport safety, we have invested in an automatic packaging line. In addition to transport security, we were also able to increase the efficiency of our work processes. The system was internally named the "iron cat" - you can find out what it is all about when you read on.

From tree to plate: Mushroom with potential in electronics

An Austrian research team has discovered special properties of the "ghost mushroom": not only for the construction of chips and batteries, but also with regard to further electronic developments, the mushroom holds potential.

Rapid increase in battery cell production capacity in Germany

Rising demand in the fields of renewable energies, storage solutions and elec­tric cars is leading to a massive expansion of battery cell production. Europe and Germany are ahead in the competition for locations.

Charging an e-car within 15 minutes: New approach to anode production

Scientists have achieved a breakthrough in the charging time of electric vehicles. A key material that has been discovered should make so-called "extreme fast charging" possible - the charging of electric cars within 15 minutes.

Deutsche Bahn begins infrastructure expansion for battery trains

In Schleswig-Holstein, Deutsche Bahn has started building an infrastructure for the future energy supply of battery trains. The battery trains will also draw power from the overhead lines, but only on a short section to charge their batteries. On the other, non-electrified sections, the trains will be battery-powered. This can replace diesel trains and save ten million litres of diesel fuel annually.

With fun, mud and girl time against breast cancer

At the beginning of last month, our colleagues from the accounting department surpassed themselves. Together as a team, Sandra, Beate and Katharina competed in the "schauinsland Muddy Angel Run" and experienced an unforgettable team-building day in the mud. At the same time, they set an example against breast cancer. Fantastic, you three!

Maximilian Kloss successfully completes his dual study program at Battery-Kutter

We are very pleased to announce that Maximilian Kloss has successfully completed his dual study program in Business Administration (BSc) at Battery-Kutter and is now working for us as Junior Purchasing Manager. Congratulations and good luck in your new position, dear Maximilian!

Our new SSB Grid Power Series!

The high-temperature lead-acid batteries convince with a compact design, high performance and a long service life of up to 15 years (EUROBAT classification: Very Long Life) under extreme ambient temperatures of 35 °C.

Join us at Light + Building

We look forward to seeing you at our Battery-Kutter stand (G85/hall 8.0) at the Light + Building from 02.10. to 06.10.2022 in Frankfurt.

Congratulations, Martina, on your 10th anniversary!

We would like to congratulate Martina Wölck on 10 years of service at Battery-Kutter and thank her for the first-class cooperation and tireless commitment! We look forward to many more years with you dear Martina!

Welcome aboard!

Today, we’re delighted to introduce our new employees Katharina, Martin and Osmel.

Welcome to #teamkutter!

Battery recycling of electric cars could be revolutionised by bacteria

The recycling rate of metals contained in electric car batteries is still very low, with China leading the way in this area. A new method could change this.

Sustainable wood-based batteries

The companies Stora Enso and Northvolt are working together to develop sustainable batteries in which the anode is made of hard carbon. The basis is biopolymer lignin, which is a waste product of paper production. This hard carbon enables graphite to be completely replaced as the anode material in lithium-ion batteries.

Wave energy generator exceeds all expectations

The company Wave Swell Energy, or "WSE" for short, is testing a generator on Tasmania's King Island that produces electricity from ocean waves. After one year of operation, the first results are now available.

German battery market continues to grow strongly

Despite the Corona pandemic, the German battery market continues to grow dynamically. In 2021, the market grew by more than 3.2 billion euros (+54%) to around 9.29 billion euros. As in the previous year, this strong growth is attributable to sales of lithium-ion batteries (5.35 billion euros). The markets for lead-acid batteries (1.09 billion euros) and other technologies (2.86 billion euros) recovered significantly compared to the previous year.

North America's largest emission-free and sustainable battery recycling park planned

Technology company ACE Green Recycling (ACE) has announced plans to build and operate North America's largest zero-emission, sustainable battery recycling park in Texas, USA. ACE expects to process and recycle up to 100,000 tonnes of lead-acid batteries and 20,000 tonnes of used lithium-ion batteries annually by 2025 when the facility is operating at full capacity.

The market for electronic security technology continues to grow

The market for electronic safety technology in Germany continued to grow in 2021, with sales increasing by 4.5 % to around €4.9 billion.

Clean cruise with solar sailing ship

Travelling silently through the world's oceans without engine noise with the solar sailing ship. Is this the dream voyage of tomorrow? As early as 2025, the Swedish inventors of AlfaWall Oceanbird want to revolutionise international shipping with their solar sailing ship.

Battery technologies essential for EU climate targets

Diverse battery technologies play a decisive role in the success of the energy transition. To meet the ever-increasing demand for electricity storage, it is necessary to secure and expand battery production in Germany and Europe.

Battery-Kutter Project Management Process

Professional project management is of fundamental importance to us at Battery-Kutter, which is why the Battery-Kutter Project Management Process has now been developed as our guide.

30 years of Wamtechnik - congratulations!

Our sister company Wamtechnik has turned 30 years old and we congratulate them on their anniversary!

Looking back and forward to trade fairs

With all trade fairs unfortunately cancelled in the past two years due to the Corona pandemic, things are finally getting underway again.

We already look back at Data Centre World in Frankfurt and LogiMAT in Stuttgart, where Battery-Kutter was present with a stand. Now, we are also very much looking forward to the Battery Experts Forum, 12 to 14 July 2022 in Frankfurt.

North Sea to become Europe's 'green power plant'

Germany is working with its neighbours to advance alternative energy production. Besides wind farms, it is also focusing on green hydrogen.

LiBrick 24 – Our standardised and individually configurable energy system

In addition to our custom-built battery packs, we now also offer standardised energy solutions. We are pleased to present our LiBrick 24 to you today.

Meet us at the Battery Experts Forum!

From 12 to 14 July 2022, the international expert platform for the latest trends, pro-duct developments and solutions in battery technology will take place in the halls of Messe Frankfurt.
And Battery-Kutter will of course be there again - this time together with our sister company Wamtechnik.

We are very pleased to welcome you at our stand C406.

Wireless power transmission over 1 kilometre

In future, the US Department of Defence intends to supply its troops with wireless power. The electricity would come directly from space and the technology has already been tested on earth. It proves that wireless transmission of electrical energy is possible over a long distance.

Unlimited range: gigantic e-lorry generates more power than it consumes.

This gigantic battery surpasses all the top range performers: This lorry is a zero energy vehicle with a battery weighing an incredible 4.5 tons.

Welcome to #teamkutter!

We are very pleased to welcome four new colleagues. Welcome aboard!

Meet us at LogiMAT

The LogiMAT International trade fair for distribution, materials handling and information flow sets new standards as the biggest annual intralogistics exhibition in Europe. Once again, Battery-Kutter will have a stand at LogiMAT from 31 May to 02 June 2022 – meet us at booth F20 / hall 10.

Battery-Kutter at Data Centre World 2022

We had a fantastic time at this year’s Data Centre World, and we were very pleased to meet longstanding partners and suppliers as well as many new interesting contacts. Meeting people face to face is simply the best. Many thanks for visiting us at the Battery-Kutter stand!

New hybrid from e-bike and car

The Augsburg-based tech start-up Hopper Mobility has launched an innovative e-mobility concept: the Hopper is a hybrid from e-bike and car.

Meet us at Data Centre World!

The Data Centre World, Central Europe's leading trade fair for data center, will be held from 11 to 12 May 2022 in Frankfurt, Germany.

We are very pleased to welcome you at our Battery-Kutter booth C55!

ETH robot ANYmal: a walking robot with versatile capabilities

A research team at ETH Zurich, Switzerland, has developed a walking robot ANYmal, featuring a control technology that allows robots to autonomously combine visual perception of the environment with their robotic sense of touch. This enables them for the first time to move easily on unstable terrain, paving the way for their use in places that are too dangerous for humans.

The expansion of the charging infrastructure is gathering momentum: these petrol station operators are entering the charging station business.

For some time now, petrol station operators have been investing heavily in the charging station business. Having previously mostly watched other companies do so, they now acknowledge the potential and are joining the expansion of the business.

Hooray, we are Hamburg’s best employer 2022!

#teamkutter have cast their vote and, following the positive feedback, we are proud to show off our quality seal  ‘Hamburg’s best employer 2022’.

Solid-state batteries are soon to replace lithium-ion batteries: FestBatt develops a promising concept

Solid-state batteries don’t require liquid or flammable electrolytes. What’s more, toxic and rare materials can be dispensed with during construction, and they are also said to benefit from higher energy density and shorter charging times. This means the conventional lithium-ion battery could soon be replaced.

Vision EQXX: Mercedes’ new electric car boasts a range of 1,000 kilometres

This is the future according to Mercedes-Benz: The research car EQXX features a battery that only requires charging every 1000 km combined with a stylish design.

How secure are data centres and what are businesses looking for?

Internet giants like Google, Microsoft or Amazon are not the only ones relying on data centres for crucial infrastructure. Without them, the use of IT resources via the internet (cloud computing) would not be possible. But what differentiates them, where are all these data centres located and what should companies look for when choosing a data centre?

Geothermal power plants extracts lithium in the Upper Rhine Valley

Plans are under way for the extraction of lithium at geothermal power plants in Germany, starting from 2025. The envisaged quantity would make Germany the leading supplier of the raw material in Europe, and the amount extracted would allow the construction of one million electric vehicles per year.

The future of battery recycling: these projects could help Germany take the lead

When it comes to battery recycling, Germany has a lot of catching up to do. Now some innovative projects could help the country take the lead.

Brandenburg is set to become an electric hub: Europe's largest lithium factory is to be built there from 2024

Europe's largest lithium factory is to be built in Brandenburg - only 60 km away from Tesla's Gigafactory. The Canadian company Rock Tech plans to process enough lithium to supply enough raw material per year for half a million electric cars at the German site from 2024.

Street lamps as charging stations: an innovative idea by Shell subsidiary Ubitricity

Ubitricity is a start-up from Berlin. With their ‘Heinz’ lantern charging stations, they want to make electromobility more attractive for local drivers.

Many new faces at #teamkutter!

We’re very pleased to announce that our business has grown once again, with many new members joining us across all #teamkutter departments.

Floating solar parks: Asian is pioneering the expansion of renewable energy

While still considered a niche product, photovoltaic systems on water are regarded as an ideal opportunity for the energy transition, especially in Asia, with enormous potential.

Our new battery pack folder

From electronics to sophisticated design, we develop customised Li-ion and nickel metal hydride-based battery packs for many different markets and diverse requirements. Please check out our new battery pack folder for an overview of our range.

The battery market is booming, without Germany’s manufacturers

The increased demand for electric cars has led to a booming battery market in recent years. However, the German industry is not benefitting from this trend.

Battery-Kutter receives funding from the Landesprogramm Wirtschaft (LPW)

Battery-Kutter is receiving funding for the construction of a new production facility in Norderstedt from the Landesprogramm Wirtschaft (LPW) with resources from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF).