Battery cell manufacturing plant – ESS and EV Applications – Technical partner – 1 – 5GWh – Africa
Project Overview
Bonsai Technology partnered with an African client to provide end-to-end support, from technical and financial feasibility studies to production commencement. Our role covered various stages, including cell design, establishing global partnerships, process development, supply chain assessment, and pre-operation support.
Client Challenges
- Lack of Manufacturing Expertise: Minimal hands-on experience in lithium battery production.
- Over-Reliance on Academic Research: Strategies were primarily based on theoretical models.
- Limited Market Insight: Insufficient understanding of the competitive and operational landscape.
Solution Provided
- Feasibility Studies: Conducted thorough technical and financial evaluations, emphasizing competitive advantages.
- Logistical and Design Optimization: Developed high-level building designs and logistics to optimize supply chain costs and minimize warehouse dimensions.
- Project Scheduling: Defined project timelines and operational strategies to ensure smooth implementation.
- Strategic Collaboration: Organized workshops with investors and global partners to encourage collaboration and foster innovation.
- Design for Manufacturing: Supported cell design, ensuring efficiency and manufacturability for high-volume production.
- Technology Integration: Defined best-in-class manufacturing technology and supported process development for seamless production.
- Documentation Preparation: Assisted in creating technical and commercial documents, including tenders, RFQs, and technical requirements.
Implementation Process
- Cost Modelling: Implemented Bonsai Technology’s advanced cost models to evaluate manufacturing costs under different scenarios.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborated with industry experts and stakeholders to validate assumptions and ensure alignment with market demands.
- Supplier Evaluation: Conducted in-depth evaluations of suppliers and negotiated strategic partnerships for a reliable supply chain.
- Process Refinement: Worked closely with the client’s team to refine cell design and implement process improvements aimed at reducing safety risks and enhancing reliability.
Project Outcome
Bonsai Technology’s strategic guidance, advanced modeling, and in-depth collaboration enabled the client to make informed decisions, ensuring sustainable growth and operational success for their lithium battery manufacturing plant in Africa.