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    Batteries and recycling

    Measurement instruments for battery cell raw materials, electrolyte and black mass.

    Three workflows for battery cell manufacturing and recycling: halogen and sulphur analysis of electrolyte and separator (Nittoseiko), mercury analysis of raw materials and black mass (NIC), as well as fusion and microwave digestion of cathode powder for XRF and ICP (Katanax, Nabertherm, Preekem).

    Describe your facility
    Large quantity of collected spent household batteries ready for recycling and material recovery

    Three workflows for battery cell chemistry and recycling.

    We cover cell chemistry, raw material quality, and recovered black mass with the same core portfolio as in heavy industry, adapted to the EU Battery Regulation and ICH/ISO traceability requirements.

    Halogens and Sulphur in Electrolyte and Separator (Nittoseiko)

    F, Cl, Br and S in LiPF₆-based electrolyte, polymer separator and cathode binder via combustion and ion chromatography (AQF-5000V) or X-ray fluorescence (NSX-5000V). Basis for halogen declaration according to EU 2023/1542.

    Mercury in Raw Materials and Black Mass (NIC)

    Dedicated instruments for low levels of mercury in Li-, Ni-, Co-, and Mn- raw materials, as well as black mass from recycling. Traceable calibration for declaration against Battery Regulation limits.

    Fusion and Microwave Digestion of Cathode Powder (Katanax, Nabertherm, Preekem)

    Fusion of NMC and LFP powders before XRF quantification (Katanax X-300/X-600 + Nabertherm). Microwave digestion of cathode materials and black mass before ICP-OES or ICP-MS (Preekem WX-8000). Reproducible sample preparation is a prerequisite for stable calibration.

    Black mass and battery fraction on conveyor belt in recycling plant Black mass sample on laboratory bench with sample tubes Laboratory technician at an ICP instrument for elemental analysis of battery materials Spent battery modules on a conveyor belt in a recycling facility

    Manufacturer for the industry.

    Five manufacturers from the portfolio together cover cell chemistry, raw material control and recycling. The same instruments already in use in Nordic process industry, application-tailored for battery cell chemistry.

    Nittoseiko

    Halogen and sulphur analysis in electrolyte, separator, and cathode binder. The AQF-5000V combines combustion and ion chromatography, while the NSX-5000V provides rapid XRF screening.

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    NIC

    Mercury analysis in raw materials and black mass. The MA-3000 and RA-7000A are used where low detection levels and traceable calibration are required for regulatory reporting.

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    Katanax

    Automatic fusion digestion of cathode powder (NMC, LFP) for XRF. The X-300 and X-600 produce reproducible glass beads with low operator dependency.

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    Preekem

    Microwave digestion for Li-, Ni-, Co-, and Mn-containing materials and black mass for ICP-OES or ICP-MS. The WX-8000 is the backbone for recycling labs.

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    Nabertherm

    German furnace manufacturer. Muffle and high-temperature furnaces for calcination, fusion, and thermal pre-treatment of cathode materials and recycling fractions.

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    Memmert

    Drying and vacuum ovens for moisture content determination and conditioning of electrode materials. Climate chambers for cycle testing of battery samples.

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    Service and support from our own engineers.

    We offer service contracts with annual planned service by our own engineers, for improved operational reliability and stable measurement quality over time. Commissioning, calibration, troubleshooting, and original spare parts are included as per agreement.

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    Battery recycling plant viewed from outside

    Standards and regulatory frameworks.

    The battery cell industry currently has one of the tightest regulatory contexts in heavy industry. We work with reference methods that your QA organization and your customers' auditors already recognize.

    • EU 2023/1542 Battery Regulation, limit values and declaration for mercury and halogens.
    • ISO 17025 for traceability in calibration, documentation and reporting.
    • ASTM D7359 for total halogens via combustion and ion chromatography.
    • EN 1483 and US EPA methods for mercury analysis in solid and liquid samples.

    Initial calibration against certified reference material (NMC, LFP, black mass) and the site's own method. Re-calibration is scheduled according to the service contract.

    Buying guide from Labsense

    Choosing the right elemental analysis: 5 tips

    Elemental analysis, ICP or dedicated mercury analysis (NIC)? Element, concentrations and sample type determine the technique — important for cathode powder and black mass.

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    Want to discuss measurement needs for battery cell manufacturing or recycling?

    Describe the material (cathode type, electrolyte, black mass), measurement points and current solution. We will respond with instrument proposals, sample preparation, a service contract and timeline within one working day.

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