Henkel is set to highlight a series of technical advances for electric vehicle battery systems at The Battery Show Europe 2025, with a focus on accelerating development, improving safety, and supporting circularity across the battery lifecycle.

A key feature of Henkel’s exhibit is its virtual adhesive technology, which uses advanced simulation to predict material behavior early in the design phase. This approach enables engineers to make informed decisions before physical prototyping, reducing both development time and costs. The use of digital twins allows for rapid iteration and optimization of adhesive selection, supporting faster time to market for new battery systems.

For battery cell manufacturing, Henkel will present its latest conductive coatings, engineered to enhance both adhesion and electrical conductivity in dry and wet electrode processes. These coatings are designed to improve process efficiency and sustainability while delivering higher overall battery performance.

In terms of safety, Henkel is introducing thermal barrier coatings that offer an alternative to traditional mica sheets. These coatings provide thermal stability up to 1400 degrees Celsius and robust electrical insulation, supporting automated application and consistent quality. This not only simplifies module assembly but also facilitates end of life recycling, contributing to more sustainable battery production.

Henkel will also debut debonding technologies that simplify battery disassembly for repair, reuse, and recycling. These solutions are compatible with structural adhesives rated up to 12 MPa and are available in liquid, film, and tape forms. Live demonstrations at the booth will show how these debonding processes can support both in service repairs and end of life recycling.

Another highlight is the launch of PathEra, a digital battery passport platform developed in collaboration with industry partners under the Catena X initiative. PathEra enables full traceability throughout the battery lifecycle, supporting regulatory compliance and circularity objectives.

On June 3, Keon Lee, Senior Manager Product Development Battery Solutions at Henkel, will present on recent advances in debonding technology, with a focus on enabling repair and recycling of bonded battery components.

Visitors to Henkel’s booth will find a comprehensive display of the company’s EV battery portfolio, including thermal gap fillers, adhesives, sealants, conductive and dielectric coatings, safety pottings, repair materials, and surface treatments. These solutions are engineered to meet the evolving demands of EV battery design, supporting manufacturers in delivering safer, higher performing, and more sustainable battery systems.

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