Increasing efficiency by automating a full-line factory for battery cathode material production

HCM, a leading supplier of lithium ferrum manganese phosphate (LMFP) for lithium-ion batteries, plays a crucial role in the green energy and EV industry. To address LMFP production challenges like complexity and high production effort, HCM leveraged Siemens' Tecnomatix Plant Simulation software. This tool enabled the company to create comprehensive digital twins for their manufacturing processes, optimizing production efficiency and addressing customer-specific requirements swiftly and accurately.

By implementing Tecnomatix Plant Simulation, HCM achieved significant results, including a 15% increase in sand mill production efficiency, a 10% reduction in nitrogen consumption, and a 5% reduction in electricity usage. The system also helped streamline operations, enabling HCM to cut engineering time by 50% and advance toward a fully automated factory setup. This approach highlights how digital transformation and simulation tools can drive innovation and efficiency in the battery cathode material production industry.