Technical Program
16-19 September
2024
Please note that the Technical Program is still evolving and sessions may change.
Markets & trends (Part 1)
9:00am – 12:00pm
SPEAKERS
Florian von Steinkeller
9:00am – 10:30am
Executive General Manager, Glencore-Britannia Refined Metals Ltd and Chairman, International Lead Association, United Kingdom
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Chair
Andy Bush
9:00am – 9:20am
Executive Director, International Lead Association, United Kingdom
Paper:
Opening RemarksFlorian von Steinkeller
9:00am – 9:20am
Executive General Manager, Glencore-Britannia Refined Metals Ltd and Chairman, International Lead Association, United Kingdom
Paper:
Opening remarks
Christophe Pillot
9:20am – 9:45am
Director, Avicenne, France
Paper:
The global rechargeable battery market (2020-2030)
Dong Li
9:45am – 10:05am
Founder & President, Leoch International Technology Limited, China
Paper:
Asian battery market forecast
Neil Hawkes
10:05am – 10:30am
Principal Analyst, CRU, United Kingdom
Paper:
Can lead turn its resilience into brilliance in the seismic energy shift underway?
Alistair Davidson
11:00am – 12:00pm
Executive Director, Consortium for Battery Innovation, United Kingdom
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Chair
Amlan Kanti Das
11:00am – 11:20am
Senior VP, Luminous Power Technologies Pvt Ltd, India
Paper:
Energy storage opportunities for lead batteries in emerging markets
Matthew Raiford
11:20am – 11:40am
Technical Director, Consortium for Battery Innovation, United States
Paper:
The future for lead batteries- a technical review of recent developments and future performance enhancements
Julie McClure
11:40am – 11:50am
Chairman MAC Engineering and Equipment Co and President of the Steering Committee of WGBI
Paper:
WGBI: Putting in the Work to Support the Women of Our Industry
DOWNLOADS
The future for lead batteries- a technical review of recent developments and future performance enhancements
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Key innovations in the industry (Part 1)
1:15pm – 2:45pm
SPEAKERS
Bernhard Riegel
1:15pm – 1:25pm
VP Research & Development, Hoppecke Batterien, Germany
Paper:
Eurobat Innovation Roadmap 2035
Begüm Bozkaya
1:25pm – 1:45pm
Technical Manager, Consortium for Battery Innovation, Germany
Paper:
Revolutionizing Lead Batteries: CBI’s Key Findings
Tim Fister
1:45pm – 2:05pm
Materials Scientist, Argonne National Laboratory, United States
Paper:
Changes in positive active material composition and morphology during formation and cycling measured by in situ high energy x-ray diffraction
Spartacus Pedrosa
2:05pm – 2:25pm
Executive Director, ITEMM, Brazil
Paper:
Moura perspective on energy storage system developments in South AmericaDOWNLOADS
Changes in positive active material composition and morphology during formation and cycling measured by in situ high energy x-ray diffraction
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Suppliers Forum
1:15pm – 4:15pm
SPEAKERS
Kevin Campbell
1:15pm – 4:15pm
Global Head of Strategy & Market Development, Digatron Group, Germany
Paper:
Chair
Stoyan Gishin
1:15pm – 1:22pm
Professor, Elektrotechnologia, Bulgaria
Paper:
Production of lead-acid accumulators and batteries and application in energy storage, electric vehicles, electric trucks with intelligent systems and computer-controlled impulse current electrotechnologies
Martin Grosskreutz
1:22pm – 1:29pm
Sales Engineer, CMWTEC technologie GmbH, Germany
Paper:
E-Load SA – the new upgrade system for testing solutions in the production line
Paul Everrill
1:29pm – 1:36pm
CTO, Black Diamond Structures, United States
Paper:
MOLECULAR REBAR®: Performance, Process, and Synergy With Other Additives
Michael Maul
1:36pm – 1:43pm
VP of Technology, Polypore International, LLC, United States
Paper:
Stratosphere: Empowering the next-generation flooded and AGMe-VRLA batteries to transcend stratification
Francesco Capuzzo
1:43pm – 1:50pm
Sales and Marketing Director, Sovema Group, Italy
Paper:
Enhancing Energy Efficiency and Sustainability in Battery Manufacturing: A review of Sovema Equipment
Michael McDonagh
1:50pm – 1:57pm
Eco Power Technologies, United Kingdom
Paper:
High Capacity SLI formation – Breaking the barriers
Marco Robotti
1:57pm – 2:04pm
Materials Engineer, Hammond Expanders UK LLC, United Kingdom
Paper:
Gravity-GuardTM – the advanced paste additive to enter the new era of Lead Acid Batteries
Klaus-Dieter Merz
2:04pm – 2:11pm
VP Technology, Abertax Technologies, Malta
Paper:
Most efficient and highest quality process for VRLA batteries in GEL-Technology
Wang Jin
2:11pm – 2:18pm
Shandong Jinkeli Power Sources Technology Co, China
Paper:
Organic electrolyte additives for improving low – temperature performances of lead acid batteries
Tamás Mészáros
2:18pm – 2:25pm
Co-owner, Blewin Batteries, Hungary
Paper:
Innovative grid technology and its impact on the technial and economic parameters of lead batteries
Wang Wei
2:25pm – 2:32pm
Director of Technology Department, Nanjing Glass Fiber Research &Design Institute Co., China
Paper:
Innovation research of battery separator under low carbon background
Shep Gerrish
2:32pm – 2:39pm
VP, Electrode, Formation and Finishing, TBS, United States
Paper:
Next Generation Plate Making Equipment
Xiaofei (Helen) Jiang
3:15pm – 3:22pm
International Marketing Director, Alpha Beta Fiberglass Product Co., China
Paper:
The important role of high – performance AGM separators in lead-acid batteries
Carmelo Brocato
3:22pm – 3:29pm
Commerical and Marketing Director, Engitec Technologies, Italy
Paper:
Technological Jump in Engitec CX® Crusher
Steve Mate
3:29pm – 3:36pm
CEO, Mate Gauge, Canada
Paper:
The Mate Gauge Virtual Micrometer for Lead Battery Production
Riccardo Ferrari
3:36pm – 3:43pm
Process Engineer, GME Recycling, Italy
Paper:
Polypropylene Recovery from Lead Acid Battery Scrap: Innovative approach by GME team
Francesco Marfisi
3:43pm – 3:50pm
Sales Director, CAM Srl, Italy
Paper:
CAM Innovation: Lead oxide production by mechanical milling and induction melting of lead for grid and lead pellet production
John W. Wirtz II
3:50pm – 3:57pm
President, Wirtz Manufacturing Co., Inc., United States
Paper:
Advancements and Innovation in Plate Making Technology to Support Current and Future Market Trends
Senem Şen
3:57pm – 4:04pm
Research & Development Manager, Yigit Akü AS, Türkiye
Paper:
The comprehensive efforts and achievements of Yigit Akü A.Ş., highlighting its journey from a local manufacturer to a global leader in battery technology, its commitment to sustainability, and its forward-looking growth strategies
Alberto Bergamaschini
4:04pm – 4:11pm
Commercial Director & Business Developer, STC Srl, Italy
Paper:
Improvements in existing lead acid battery recycling plants
Giorgio La Sala
4:04pm – 4:11pm
CEO, STC Srl, Italy
Paper:
Improvements in existing lead acid battery recycling plantsDOWNLOADS
Stratosphere: Empowering the next-generation flooded and AGMe-VRLA batteries to transcend stratification
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Enhancing Energy Efficiency and Sustainability in Battery Manufacturing: A review of Sovema Equipment
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CAM Innovation: Lead oxide production by mechanical milling and induction melting of lead for grid and lead pellet production
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The comprehensive efforts and achievements of Yigit Akü A.Ş., highlighting its journey from a local manufacturer to a global leader in battery technology, its commitment to sustainability, and its forward-looking growth strategies
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Key innovations in the industry (Part 2)
3:15pm – 4:30pm
SPEAKERS
Carl Telford
3:15pm – 4:30pm
Research & Innovation Director, Consortium for Battery Innovation, United Kingdom
Paper:
Chair
Elizabeth Ashton
3:15pm – 3:35pm
Research Associate, Loughborough University, United Kingdom
Paper:
The Battery Electrolyser: Utilising lead acid battery technology as a method of green hydrogen production
Enqin Gao
3:35pm – 3:55pm
Director of Research & Development, Hammond Group, United States
Paper:
Methods of modifying structures of lead acid battery active materials
Maureen Sherrick
3:55pm – 4:15pm
Senior Product Development Chemist, Gridtential Energy, United States
Paper:
Advanced Deposition Methods for Bipolar Battery Active Materials: Improving High Rate Performance and Cycle LifeDOWNLOADS
Panel Discussion: Pushing the limits of lead batteries
4:30pm – 5:00pm
SPEAKERS
Markets & trends (Part 2)
9:00am – 12:00pm
SPEAKERS
Norbert Maleschitz
9:10am – 9:35am
Executive VP&COO, East Penn Manufacturing, United States
Paper:
Charging Ahead – Exploring Future Opportunities for Lead Batteries
Nick Starita
9:35am – 10:00am
President, Energy Solutions Division, Hollingsworth & Vose, United States
Paper:
Industrial Lead Battery Global Market Trends & Forecast
Angela Johnson
10:00am – 10:20am
VP, Ricardo Strategic Consulting, United Kingdom
Paper:
Automotive technology outlook-the future for lead batteries
Martin Seban
10:50am – 11:10am
Director Mid-Market, KPMG Consulting, France
Paper:
Battery energy storage systems-market outlook for all battery technologies to 2035
Ray Kubis
11:10am – 11:35am
Chairman, Gridtential Energy/Silicon Joule Technology, United States
Paper:
The Battery Technology Race
Steve Binks
11:35am – 12:00pm
Senior Regulatory Affairs Director, International Lead Association, United Kingdom
Paper:
Charging the future: How the new EU battery regulation will shape the next decadeDOWNLOADS
Opportunities for lead batteries in energy storage systems (Part 1)
1:15pm – 2:30pm
SPEAKERS
Huw Roberts
1:15pm – 1:35pm
Director, CHR Metals, United Kingdom
Paper:
Prospects for lead carbon batteries in Chinese BESS installations
Athanasia-Maria Tompolidi
1:35pm – 1:55pm
R&I Manager, Consortium for Battery Innovation, Belgium
Paper:
Modular energy storage with clean hydrogen (MESCH) project
Goetz Langer
1:55pm – 2:15pm
Head of LAB development, Hoppecke, Germany
Paper:
Enhancing the Performance of Pure Lead Batteries for Cycle Life in Renewable Energy Storage ApplicationsTowards Robust PSOC operations
1:15pm – 2:30pm
SPEAKERS
Begüm Bozkaya
1:15pm – 2:30pm
Technical Manager, Consortium for Battery Innovation, Germany
Paper:
Chair
Carter Abney
1:15pm – 1:35pm
Global Technical Application Manager for Batteries, Borregaard, United States
Paper:
Investigation of Lignosulfonates in a Negative Electrode by Inelastic Neutron ScatteringAmlan Kanti Das
1:35pm – 1:55pm
Senior VP, Luminous Power Technology, India
Paper:
Examination of the influence of NAM Expander material on the Performance of Lead Acid Batteries
Gordon Beckley
1:35pm – 1:55pm
COO & Board Member, Hammond Group Inc, United States
Paper:
Examination of the influence of NAM Expander material on the Performance of Lead Acid Batteries
Rainer Bussar
1:55pm – 2:15pm
Battery Additives Manager, Penox Gmbh, Germany
Paper:
Review of the Limits of Structural Optimization of the Positive Active Mass – Technical Perspective, Costs, and Environmental AspectsDOWNLOADS
Opportunities for lead batteries in energy storage systems (Part 2)
3:00pm – 4:25pm
SPEAKERS
Roger Miksad
3:00pm – 4:25pm
President & Executive Director, Battery Council International, United States
Paper:
ChairRoger Miksad
3:00pm – 3:15pm
President & Executive Director, Battery Council International, United States
Paper:
Exploring the Landscape of U.S. Government Support for the Battery Industry
Alyssa McQuilling
3:15pm – 3:35pm
Research & Innovation Manager, Consortium for Battery Innovation, United States
Paper:
Storage Liftoff – Program Overview and Proposed Research
Francisco Trinidad
3:35pm – 3:55pm
Battery Consultant, Spain
Paper:
Lead Battery Challenges for Energy Storage Systems
Scarleth Vasconcelos
3:55pm – 4:15pm
Graduate Research Associate, Villanova University, United States
Paper:
Proof of Concept Magnetic Field Monitoring in Cycled Lead Acid CellsInnovations in battery management and production
3:00pm – 4:15pm
SPEAKERS
Boris Monahov
3:00pm – 3:20pm
CSO, Wavetech Gmbh, Germany
Paper:
Crystal Control Technology Innovations in Lead batteries for Industrial Applications
Pritpal Singh
3:20pm – 3:40pm
Professor, Villanova University, United States
Paper:
Measurements of DC Internal Resistance (DCIR) and its Variations with State of Charge (SoC), Load Current (IL), and Cycle Age of a Sealed Lead Acid Battery (SLAB)
Mariusz Slowik
3:40pm – 4:00pm
VP & Director of Production and Logistics, AutoPart Battery, Poland
Paper:
Advancing Lead Oxide Battery Production: Integrating Machine Learning with Barton Reactor OperationsDOWNLOADS
Measurements of DC Internal Resistance (DCIR) and its Variations with State of Charge (SoC), Load Current (IL), and Cycle Age of a Sealed Lead Acid Battery (SLAB)
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Panel Discussion: Ensuring lead batteries play a role in future ESS
4:25pm – 5:00pm
SPEAKERS
Research & Innovation Director, Consortium for Battery Innovation, United Kingdom
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ChairResearch & Innovation Manager, Consortium for Battery Innovation, United States
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Panellist
Automotive product and test development
9:00am – 10:40am
SPEAKERS
Bernd Engwicht
9:00am – 10:40am
Director Automotive Battery Application, East Penn Manufacturing, Germany
Paper:
Chair
Eckhard Karden
9:00am – 9:20am
Battery Consultant, Germany
Paper:
Market and technology trends for 12V batteries in electrified vehicles
Micha Kirchgessner
9:20am – 9:40am
Manager Research & Development, Electrochemical Laboratory, Penox Gmbh, Germany
Paper:
Automotive Lead-Acid Batteries – A Review and “Outside View” on the Perspective for the (European) Automotive Batteries
Martin Wieger
9:20am – 9:40am
ABR Austrian Battery Research Laboratory GmbH, Austria
Paper:
Co-author: Automotive Lead-Acid Batteries – A Review and “Outside View” on the Perspective for the (European) Automotive Batteries
Aaron Bollinger
9:40am – 10:00am
Assistant VP, Automotive Engineering, East Penn Manufacturing, United States
Paper:
Process and Product Design for xEV Low Voltage Applications
Jonathan Wirth
10:00am – 10:20am
Data Scientist/Software Engineer, BatterieIngenieure Gmbh, Germany
Paper:
Statistical analysis of short-term prediction for Safety State-of-FunctionDOWNLOADS
Automotive Lead-Acid Batteries – A Review and “Outside View” on the Perspective for the (European) Automotive Batteries
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Innovative components for lead battery systems
9:00am – 10:40am
SPEAKERS
Richard Pekala
9:00am – 9:20am
CTO, Entek International, United States
Paper:
Structure-Property Relationships in Absorptive Glass Mat (AGM)
Angel Kirchev
9:20am – 9:40am
Research Director, CEA-LITEN/Laboratory for Stationary Storage of Renewable Energies, France
Paper:
Low-cost, Circular, plug & play, Off-grid Energy for remote Locations including Hydrogen
Shu-Huei Hsieh
9:40am – 10:00am
Associate Professor, National Formosa University, Taiwan
Paper:
New understanding of novel components in advanced lead batteries
Nicolas Clement
10:00am – 10:20am
Chief Scientist, Hollingsworth & Vose, United States
Paper:
Novel glass fabric electrode material for grid replacement in lead batteriesShane Christie
10:00am – 10:20am
CTO, ArcActive, New Zealand
Paper:
Co-author: Novel glass fabric electrode material for grid replacement in lead batteriesDOWNLOADS
Expanding the reach of lead battery technology
11:05am – 12:25pm
SPEAKERS
Perry Kramer
11:05am – 11:25am
Assistant VP of Technology, East Penn Manufacturing, United States
Paper:
Design and Process Evolution for Enabling Lead Battery Technologies
Pascual Garcia Perez
11:25am – 11:45am
Research & Development Manager, Imerys Graphite & Carbon, Switzerland
Paper:
New Carbon Additives for Advanced Lead Batteries
Eberhard Meissner
11:45am – 12:05pm
Battery Consultant, Germany
Paper:
A fresh look at Negative Active Material: three types of electrochemical reaction occurring simultaneously in the same locationPushing the boundaries of science – what’s next for lead batteries?
11:05am – 12:25pm
SPEAKERS
Cailin Buchanan
11:05am – 11:25am
Postdoctoral Researcher, Electrochemical Materials and Interfaces Group, Argonne National Laboratory, United States
Paper:
Accelerating the investigation of organic expander molecules to understand structure-function relationships in lead acid batteries
Alberto F. Romero
11:25am – 11:45am
Research & Development Engineer, Exide Group, Spain
Paper:
An Electrochemical Tool for Characterizing a Soft Lead Sample
Frederick Agyapong-Fordjour
11:45am – 12:05pm
Research Scientist, Argonne National Laboratory, United States
Paper:
Fundamental Studies – Understanding the Discharge Mechanism and Capacity Limits of Lead Acid Battery ElectrodesDOWNLOADS
Accelerating the investigation of organic expander molecules to understand structure-function relationships in lead acid batteries
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Panel Discussion: Future of lead batteries for automotive applications
12:25pm – 1:00pm
SPEAKERS
Director Advanced Products & Requirements Analysis R&D Automotive, Exide Technologies, Italy
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Panellist
