United States-based battery developer Sila has begun commissioning of its manufacturing facility in Moses Lake in the state of Washington. According to the company, this phase includes mechanical completion, system integration, equipment functional testing as well as safety and regulatory inspections. Sila claims the full start of material production is still planned for the second half of 2025.
Production on an industrial scale
The facility will be used to produce the companyʼs so-called Titan Silicon anode material on an industrial scale. In the final expansion stage, an annual production capacity of 150 gigawatt-hours is intended. The silicon anode material was launched in 2021 and is being promoted as a possible alternative to conventional graphite in lithium-ion batteries. Sila claims a possible increase in performance compared to todayʼs cells, as well as faster charging times and lower costs per kilowatt-hour in future versions.
Partnerships with Panasonic and Mercedes
The company regards the new production facility as helping to reduce the United Statesʼ dependence on foreign supply chains for battery materials. Sila has already partnered with companies such as Mercedes-Benz and Panasonic, which plan to use Titanium Silicon in their products.
