​Our unique mechanochemical approach fundamentally reimagines how critical materials are recovered from spent lithium-ion batteries, delivering superior economics while eliminating the environmental impact of traditional methods.

 

The Challenge

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Traditional battery recycling relies on energy-intensive pyrometallurgy and hazardous hydrometallurgy processes that destroy valuable materials and create toxic waste streams. Current methods recover less than 60% of critical materials while consuming massive amounts of energy and generating harmful emissions.

 

Our Innovation

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We've developed a breakthrough mechanochemical process that works with the intrinsic properties of battery materials rather than against them. By combining advanced materials science with proprietary process optimisation, we achieve:

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• 97%+ recovery rates of lithium, cobalt, nickel, and manganese

• 85% reduction in energy consumption compared to conventional methods

• Eliminate toxic waste streams - our process is inherently clean

• Direct production of battery-grade chemical compounds

 

How It Works

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Our process begins with spent battery "black mass" - the mixed metal powders that remain after initial battery processing. Through our proprietary mechanochemical treatment, we selectively separate and refine these materials into high-purity chemical compounds ready for new battery production.

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The key differentiator is our ability to control material transformation at the molecular level, enabling precise separation without the extreme temperatures or corrosive chemicals required by traditional methods. This results in superior material quality and dramatically lower processing costs.