W. L. Gore & Associates has opened a new Battery Lab in Shanghai to bolster its global research and development efforts in advanced battery materials. The facility will focus on developing, characterizing and testing key components for battery cells and packs, including membranes, venting solutions, moisture and condensation management, thermal runaway mitigation, pressure equalization and controlled gas release.
The Shanghai laboratory will provide tailored, integrated material solutions for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in electric vehicles, energy storage systems and consumer electronics. By enabling rapid design iterations and comprehensive testing under one roof, the lab aims to shorten the timeline from prototype to commercial deployment.
Leveraging decades of materials science expertise, Gore plans to accelerate the commercialization of its breakthrough technologies such as dry electrodes and innovative formation processes. Through advanced membrane materials and venting technologies, the company seeks to enhance the safety, stability and performance of lithium-ion batteries by offering protection against explosion, condensation build-up and thermal events.
Gore’s heritage in automotive applications—including venting and moisture management for ADAS sensors, electronic control units, lighting systems and powertrain components—has positioned the company as a trusted partner for OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers. Its one-stop solutions are designed to address critical system-level challenges in durability, integration and safety.
The Shanghai Battery Lab will also serve as a collaborative hub, connecting Gore’s global technical resources with local industry needs. It offers end-to-end services from material development through validation testing and will collaborate closely with customers on cell processing, pack architecture and vehicle integration strategies.
“By integrating global resources and strengthening local R&D capabilities, Gore delivers agile response and customized material solutions to empower Chinese customers to grow sustainably in global markets,” said Yong Zhao, Automotive Vents Asia Pacific Business Leader of Gore’s Performance Solutions.
Dr. Justin Skaife, CTO of Gore’s Performance Solutions, added: “Gore’s cross-industry experience in automotive and electronics enables us to develop future-ready solutions for next-generation battery systems. We look forward to working with customers in China and around the world to drive collaborative innovation and sustainable progress in battery technology.”
Source: PR Newswire
