Zotefoams – a world leader in supercritical foams – is making its debut at The Battery Show Europe at Messe Stuttgart, Germany where it will be showcasing its high purity and lightweight materials for various applications in battery packs.
Zotefoams ECOZOTE® PP, ZOTEK® T and Plastazote® LD FR provide a range of benefits for battery packs that include temperature regulation, and impact and vibration protection, which contribute towards maximising the lifecycle of the battery.
The Zotefoams ECOZOTE ® PP (Polypropylene) range features sustainable recyclable foams that are lightweight and flame-retardant with low thermal conductivity. The materials also have high rigidity and strength, plus a desirable compression curve making them well suited for use as cell dividers or general gap fillers for battery packs.
“Our PP foams are the latest addition to the Zotefoams extensive materials portfolio. They are low-thermal conductivity materials that are ideal for regulating the temperature of battery packs,” said Zotefoams Head of Business Development – Transport & Smart Technologies Sam Norman.
“The materials are also recyclable, so they meet the requirements of OEMs who want the flexibility of materials that are functional and sustainable at the same time. Our PP range delivers on cushioning and impact protection to prevent batteries from damage caused by vibration or impact, while allowing for cell expansion and contraction when the batteries are charging,” he added.
ZOTEK® T ultra-light closed cell, crosslinked foams have excellent compression properties and resilience. ZOTEK® T is also an ideal material for use in cell divider applications due to its excellent compression performance.
Plastazote® LD FR materials are low weight, fire retardant foams that offer thermal insulation and cushioning for battery pack assemblies.
“We are constantly developing and updating our product offering – innovation is at the heart of everything we do at Zotefoams. We are working with some key players in the battery sector to develop a portfolio of materials to meet specific project requirements,” said Sam Norman.
“Our unique manufacturing capabilities mean we are ideally positioned to work closely with our customers to develop cutting-edge solutions for their specific requirements.”
Zotefoams unique chemical-blowing-agent-free 3-stage manufacturing process ensures that foams are consistent, durable, and can be customised to suit a variety of applications.