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E-Mobility Manufacturing

Turnkey Laser Systems

Turnkey Systems for Fast Laser Processing Deployment

 

IPG E-Mobility systems are specifically configured for manufacturing of electric vehicle batteries and power-train components.  In addition to using world-leading hardware, they embody IPG’s extensive knowledge of laser processing technology and are turnkey systems complete with a proven process and part programming for fast, out of the box part production.

 

IPG turnkey systems are available directly to manufacturing users, and to large system integrators providing automation solutions to the same customers.  IPG enthusiastically works under tight NDA controls in multilateral partnerships with both end users and their preferred integrators to identify the best welding solution for the job, and to ensure a fast and successful project installation.

Optimized Design for Productivity and Quality

  • Configured with modules selected from IPG’s industry-leading portfolio of lasers and laser processing components
  • System integration optimization that benefits from all key elements being designed and built by IPG
  • High-yield process development by laser specialists with specific knowledge of EV battery and automotive industries
  • Custom part tooling designed by in-house part handling and automation teams

Single-vendor support for all equipment, process, and part tooling needs

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IPG Process Development & Programming

  • Save time and resources and let IPG laser process experts optimize your application for the best part quality and shortest cycle times
  • 25 worldwide applications centers
  • IPG analysis of proof of concept samples ensures the exact equipment configuration and process variables are selected to match application
  • IPG engineering services are available to all Turnkey Laser System customers
 

The Core Components of Tooling Innovation

  • Powerful dimensional management and design analysis software establish the best way to optimize your systems tooling components
  • Design for Manufacturability and Variation Simulation Analysis
  • Prototyping
  • Welding Fixtures
  • Extensive use of Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) for validation of parts and tools
  • Solidworks and Pro E leverage the power of computing to optimize tooling set-up
  • Delmia and WeldPro simulation software validates parts, fixtures and process
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Turnkey E-Mobility Systems

Battery Weld R&D Workstation

APPLICATIONS: WELDING 

The Battery Weld R&D Workstation is a highly stable and precise laser processing platform for EV battery and component manufacturers needing to make proof of concept parts and perform rapid laser process development.

  • Work envelope: 500 x 300 x 300 mm
  • Configurable with any laser and processing head
  • Same process components used for full-scale manufacturing
  • Stable and precise environment allows assessment of process windows and part variables
  • Turnkey system with single HMI for easy tool operation
  • Conveyor feed-through option available for automated production applications

Learn more about the Battery Weld R&D WORKSTATION

EV-Cube Busbar Welding System

APPLICATIONS: WELDING 

The EV-Cube Busbar Welding Module is a fully-automated workstation for welding tabs and busbars in cylindrical cell modules. Configurable for either manual or conveyor-fed part loading, the system is suitable for situations where the standard equipment configuration can accelerate availability of product parts. 

  • Standard Part Size: 1,100 x 1,100 x 400 mm, 100 kg
  • Cylindrical batteries – top side or both side welding (optional flipping station)
  • IPG tooling services available

In addition to optimized laser, beam delivery and IPG process programming, the available Real-time Weld depth Measurement option provides users 100% verification of penetration depth into the Li-ion cell casing.

Learn more about the EVCube BUSBAR Welding System

Welding LaserCell

APPLICATIONS: WELDING | CLEANING

The Battery Welding Lasercell is a turnkey automated system configurable for a wide range of mid-power welding tasks, including Cylindrical, Prismatic and Pouch tab and busbar welding, lid and case sealing and motor hairpin welding.

  • Work envelope: From 165 x 300 x 600 mm up to 1000 mm Dia, 1500 mm long
  • Configurable with any IPG laser and processing head to suit the application
  • Multiple part handling options to easily interface with adjacent equipment
  • Turnkey system with single HMI for easy tool operation

Learn more about the Welding LASERCELL

Battery Module Welding Line

APPLICATIONS: WELDING 

The Battery Module Welding Line is a fully automated factory module for welding tabs and busbars in modules. With conveyor-fed part loading, the system is capable of handling all standard battery module sizes and is suitable for small/medium quantity production welding.

  • Work envelope: 1000 x 1000 x 300 mm
  • Optional flipping station for two-sided cell connections
  • Optional final electrical test station with rework loop implementation
  • Optional Real-time Weld measurement for ensuring battery cell integrity at the weld site

Learn more about the Battery MODULE WELDING LINE

Battery Module Assembly & Manufacturing Line

Battery Module Assembly & Manufacturing Line

APPLICATIONS: WELDING 

The Battery Assembly and Manufacturing Line is an example of  a fully automated and interconnected set of material handling and processing sub-systems that produces functional, tested cylindrical cell battery modules from component parts.  With the flexibility to adapt equipment placement to suit available factory space, the manufacturing line maximizes productivity by streamlining part flow and coordination of operations.

  • Process stations for cell test and load, carrier adhesive bond, busbar welding and electrical test
  • Fully automated part flow within and between process modules
  • Part loading stations configurable for manual loading or interfaced to customer material handling

Learn more about the Battery Module Assembly & Manufacturing Line