Freudenberg Sealing Technologies is investing “a sum in the double-digit millions” to transform production at its Manchester, New Hampshire site to supply high-tech seals for EV batteries, drive systems and hydrogen applications, supported by a funding initiative from the US Department of Energy.
The site previously focused on producing gaskets for combustion engines. This shift calls for new semi- and fully-automatic production cells and expanded technological infrastructure, particularly for quality assurance. Once the transformation is complete, the site aims to manufacture over 100 million gaskets per year.
Freudenberg designs and manufactures products from high-performance materials to battery housings at the site that enhance the safety, efficiency and durability of EV components.
The company produces custom solutions for sealing batteries and integrated powertrain units, such as inverters, onboard chargers and gearbox housings, focused on performance and reliability, especially preventing corrosion. The extensive portfolio includes rubber gaskets and rubber and metal solutions, such as edge-bonded gaskets, covers with integrated gaskets and XXL edge-bonded gaskets.
“With the next-generation production cells we plan to implement through 2029, we’ll be able to significantly increase our output and meet the growing demands of our customers,” said Soeren Schmitz, Vice President of the Gaskets lead center at Freudenberg Sealing Technologies and Site Manager in Manchester.
Source: Freudenberg Sealing Technologies
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