Honeywell Introduces AI-Powered Software for Maximizing Gigafactory Performance

Houston, U.S.A- Honeywell International Inc., has introduced the Battery Manufacturing Excellence Platform (Battery MXP), an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered software solution designed to optimize the operation of gigafactories from day one by improving battery cell yields and expediting facility startups for manufacturers.

Traditional standalone solutions for battery manufacturing often result in high material scrap rates, sometimes reaching 30% or more during steady-state operations and even higher rates during facility startup. This practice can lead to millions of dollars of wasted energy and material while a gigafactory slowly scales to a more efficient and profitable production over several years.

Battery MXP integrates AI techniques into the manufacturing process, allowing for the early detection and resolution of quality issues before they lead to scrapped materials. By employing machine learning, the solution identifies conditions that lead to quality issues and transforms this data into actionable insights for manufacturers to enhance efficiency and productivity.

By delivering powerful data that can improve quality control and decision making on the plant floor, Battery MXP is designed to help manufacturers cut production ramp-up time, reduce startup material scrap rates by 60% and increase delivery rates to meet the growing demand for lithium-based batteries.

Mr. John Kem, president of American Battery Factory, said, With Honeywell's Battery MXP and its automation capabilities, we will be able to quickly and effectively establish a foundation for our network of gigafactories. This solution is vital in our manufacturing operation because it allows us to reduce scrap and scale up quickly; while also ensuring we meet the U.S. and international demand for high quality lithium iron phosphate batteries as we prepare for the unprecedented surge expected over the next decade.

Battery MXP tracks battery cells from raw material to finished product, ensuring quality at every step. It also addresses key challenges like process control, workforce management, and thermal runaway battery fire prevention, enhancing safety for gigafactory operators and end-users.

Mr. Pramesh Maheshwari, President of Honeywell Process Solutions, said, the electrification of everyday life continues to increase global demand for quality lithium-ion batteries to power electric vehicles, consumer electronics and battery energy storage systems. With the construction of more than 400 gigafactories planned worldwide by 2030, Honeywell's Battery MXP is a crucial technology that enables manufacturers to maximize cell yields and reach peak production much quicker than traditional methods."

Honeywell's focus on automation aligns with global electrification efforts, supporting its portfolio realignment toward automation and energy transition megatrends. Leveraging its expertise in industrial automation, cyber-secure IoT, material handling, building automation, and safety solutions, Honeywell aids battery manufacturers in swiftly delivering reliable products to meet the rising demand for battery cells.