Mühlbauer Group, established in 1981 in the heart of Bavaria, Germany, is a global technology partner with over four decades of experience in providing specialized solutions for high-tech industries. Initially focused on secure document production, the company has expanded its expertise into critical sectors like semiconductor manufacturing, automation, and advanced energy technologies. With a team exceeding 4,000 professionals across the globe, Mühlbauer operates technology centers in key regions including Germany, Malaysia, Slovakia, the US, and Serbia.
Battery Technology
Mühlbauer plays a specific role in the battery manufacturing segment of the energy value chain by supplying advanced, automated production equipment. Within their Advanced Energy Technologies (ATECH) division, the company develops scalable automated battery cell production lines. These systems are designed to support the manufacturing of advanced lithium-ion pouch and prismatic cells, as well as emerging battery chemistries like lithium-metal.
Mühlbauer provides equipment for critical manufacturing steps, including high-speed electrode notching, cell stacking with capabilities up to 10 sheets per second, and various assembly processes. The company integrates quality assurance measures, such as X-ray and CT scanning, directly into the production lines. Their technology is utilized by battery manufacturers scaling from pilot plant operations to large-scale gigafactory production, focusing on efficient, space-saving manufacturing processes that help reduce the manufacturing footprint.
Recent Projects
Within the past year, Mühlbauer Group has been involved in several notable projects. In March 2025, they announced a partnership with Sion Power to commercialize production lines for next-generation lithium-metal batteries, aiming for higher throughput and improved scalability.
Investors
The primary shareholder in Mühlbauer Holding AG is Josef Mühlbauer, who holds approximately 82.5% of the outstanding shares.
Business Details
Location: Roding, Germany
Website: https://www.muehlbauer.de/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/92676
