Xerion Advanced Battery Corp (XABC) is a privately held company established in 2010 by Paul Braun, John Busbee, and Chris Kolb. The company specializes in developing high-energy, fast-charging lithium-ion batteries through innovative manufacturing processes. Their focus lies in creating efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally conscious battery solutions suitable for consumer electronics, electric vehicles, military applications, and medical devices.
Under the leadership of CEO John Busbee, Xerion has positioned itself as a significant contributor to the battery technology sector, emphasizing sustainable production methods that reduce carbon emissions while maintaining high performance standards. The company’s approach combines advanced materials science with simplified manufacturing processes to deliver reliable energy storage solutions.
Battery Technology
Xerion’s technological foundation rests on two primary innovations that distinguish their battery manufacturing capabilities. The first is DirectPlate, an electroplating process that combines metal salt refinement and active battery material deposition into a single step. This streamlined approach eliminates the need for plastic binders and conductive additives, resulting in reduced production costs and improved electrochemical connections between materials.
The second innovation, StructurePore, introduces a three-dimensional conductive foam structure that replaces traditional two-dimensional foil current collectors. This architecture enhances lithium-ion movement through the battery, enabling faster charging capabilities and increased power output without sacrificing energy density. The combination of these technologies allows Xerion to produce batteries that charge more rapidly and maintain longer operational life spans.
Their manufacturing process achieves up to 40% reduction in carbon emissions compared to conventional battery production methods, while maintaining high performance standards. The batteries produced are adaptable for various applications, from portable electronics to electric vehicle systems, offering versatile solutions across multiple industries.
Recent Projects
In October 2024, Xerion’s CEO Dr. John Busbee is scheduled to present at the Rho Motion Live: North America event, discussing the company’s manufacturing platform and participating in discussions about battery technology advancement. Additionally, Xerion received the U.S. Department of Energy’s American-Made Geothermal Lithium Extraction Prize in 2023, securing $1 million in funding to advance their ceramic redox membrane technology, which reduces lithium extraction costs from geothermal brine by up to 90%.
Investors
Xerion received a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan of $0.68 million in May 2020. While specific private investment details are not publicly available, the company has demonstrated financial stability through various government grants and awards, including the significant DOE prize funding received in 2023.
Business Details
Location: Kettering, Ohio, USA
Website: https://xerionbattery.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/15367724
