GF Piping Systems joins Upcell Alliance to connect with stakeholders across the battery value chain

28/05/24 - 15:00 (Ora dell’Europa centrale)

As a member of Upcell Alliance, GF Piping Systems is part of a European network focused on transforming the battery manufacturing landscape. The Swiss leading flow solutions provider adds its knowledge of lightweight and corrosion-free thermoplastic systems to the battery sector. 

In the race to produce battery technology for a more sustainable future, the European Union is projected to reach a production capacity of around 1.4 TWh per year by 2030. To strengthen the EU’s competitiveness on the global market, the non-profit association Upcell Alliance brings together actors across the battery value chain from machinery equipment to car manufacturers and universities. By leveraging local production capacities and skills as well as European and government funding, Upcell Alliance aims to transform the battery manufacturing landscape through innovation and cutting-edge sustainable solutions.

GF Piping Systems supports the battery production and recycling industry’s efforts to become more efficient in applications including energy-efficient cooling, water treatment, chemical distribution, and process automation. In addition, the company is capable of supporting customers with planning and engineering, as well as 17 prefabrication facilities around the world.

Claude Laperiere, President of Upcell Alliance comments: “GF Piping Systems has established itself as a supplier of high-quality piping solutions across demanding industries. We are delighted to welcome the company as a member and look forward to a close collaboration on our one-stop networking platform.”

Marthinus Venter, Global Head of Battery Production at GF Piping Systems, adds: “I believe that we will make a valuable contribution to the European battery market thanks to our extensive experience and our global presence. In the Upcell Alliance, we are part of a strong and dynamic network that will allow us to better support the local industry with sustainable materials, energy-efficient solutions, and innovative jointing and automation technologies.”

Constanze Werdermann

Constanze Werdermann

Global PR Manager

Marketing & Communications

Georg Fischer Piping Systems Ltd

Ebnatstrasse 111

8201 Schaffhausen

Svizzera

Informazioni su GF Piping Systems
GF Piping Systems, è leader nel fornire soluzioni per il trasporto sicuro e sostenibile dei fluidi, crea connessioni per la vita. La business unit propone sistemi di tubature sicuri e affidabili per numerosi e differenti segmenti di mercato. La sua forte attenzione all'orientamento al cliente e all'innovazione si riflettono nella sua presenza globale, nell'assistenza, nella produzione e nella sua gamma, che comprende raccordi, valvole, tubi, automazione, tecnologie di produzione e di giunzione.

GF Piping Systems è situate in 33 paesi ed è quindi sempre al fianco dei suoi clienti. Gli impianti di produzione in 40 sedi in America, Europa e Asia garantiscono una disponibilità sufficiente e una consegna veloce e affidabile. Nel 2023, GF Piping Systems ha realizzato un fatturato di 2'1 Mrd di franchi e ha dato lavoro a 8'798 persone. GF Piping Systems è una divisione di Georg Fischer AG, fondata nel 1802 e con sede a Sciaffusa, Svizzera.

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