From November 30 to December 4, 2026, GACC Midwest and GACC South, in cooperation with the German Engineering Federation (VDMA) and on behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE), will host a trade show in the United States (Kentucky and Tennessee) focused on sustainable plant engineering solutions for battery manufacturing. The target group consists primarily of small and medium-sized German companies.
This half-day event in Louisville features expert presentations, networking opportunities, B2B speed-dating formats, and structured interactions with industry stakeholders, manufacturers, utilities, economic development organizations, and policymakers. See our agenda and register below.
As a U.S. industry expert, we invite you to engage directly with the German delegation. Host site visits, showcase your facilities and operations, and exchange insights on battery manufacturing, recycling, and advanced production technologies. We can also facilitate tailored one-on-one meetings with German delegates based on your company's interests and needs.
Contact us to arrange customized business matching and individual meetings with delegation participants.
Aumann provides turnkey production systems and specialized machinery for battery and advanced manufacturing applications, addressing key challenges in scalability, automation, and production efficiency. The company is looking to connect with manufacturers seeking to accelerate ramp-up and enhance operational performance.
www.aumann.comBaumann delivers battery assembly and test lines for every cell format, tailor-made or as pre-configured solutions, plus a modular test system that adapts to each battery’s testing needs. Already active in the U.S., Baumann wants to connect with battery and EV manufacturers, automotive suppliers, engineering firms, start-ups and ECU/sensor makers.
www.baumann-gmbh.deBREYER develops precision calendering solutions for the manufacture of battery electrodes, utilizing proprietary technology to control the roll gap in order to maximize precision, reliability, and process efficiency. A new dry-coating calender was developed for upscaling from pilot to production. The company is seeking partnerships with electrode battery manufacturers and leading engineering firms to advance the production of next-generation batteries.
www.breyer-energy.comcylib's proprietary battery recycling technology enables the efficient recovery of critical raw materials from end-of-life batteries and production scrap. The company seeks partnerships across the battery value chain to improve resource security, reduce costs, and support local sourcing.
www.cylib.deGerman-engineered battery testing and formation, from R&D cell testers to modular formation towers, PCS/EMS for energy storage and DC fast charging, with North American manufacturing and support. Seeks battery and energy storage manufacturers, battery developers, and universities.
www.digatron.comWith its own U.S. subsidiary, FFT delivers complete turnkey production systems, from battery module, pack and housing assembly to body-in-white and final assembly. It combines joining technologies, vision and measurement, and an in-house battery testing division in one package. FFT wants to connect with OEMs, cell manufacturers, and BESS producers.
www.fft.deHEYCO is a German plastics manufacturer with U.S. production facilities specializing in injection-molded plastic components and assemblies for industries ranging from automotive to retail and industrial applications. The company is interested in connecting with organizations across the mobility and manufacturing ecosystem to explore partnerships and identify future business opportunities.
High Performance Battery develops solid-state battery and electrolyte technology for stationary and mobile energy-storage applications. Rather than manufacturing cells itself, the company licenses its non-flammable, long-life technology to manufacturers and application partners worldwide.
www.highperformancebattery.chHNP Mikrosysteme develops micro annular gear pumps and ready-to-use dosing systems for fast, accurate handling of very small liquid volumes. Its configurable solutions serve applications from mechanical engineering and chemistry to pharmaceuticals and analytics, with testing, integration and commissioning support.
www.hnp-mikrosysteme.deDevelops tailor-made machinery for battery cell painting, module and pack production, combining smart concepts and strong project execution with the Schaeffler Group’s manufacturing know-how. They are looking to partner with manufacturers and production experts, to transform requirements into solutions and therefore, shape a revolutionary production with innovation and excellence.
www.schaeffler-special-machinery.deFrom electrode foil to finished pack, SICK's sensors, certified 2D/3D vision systems for defect detection, and safety solutions ensure safe and productive operations, backed by more than ten years of experience in EV and ESS mass production. The company is seeking U.S. partners in battery manufacturing, BESS, data centers, and system integration, including startups.
www.sick.comSpraying Systems develops precision spray nozzles and automated AutoJet systems for controlled coating, lubrication and other industrial fluid applications. Its engineered systems combine spray hardware and controls to improve application consistency, reduce waste and support repeatable production processes.
www.spray.comSTAR Cooperation provides consulting and operational services across logistics, engineering, electronics, IT, digitalization and automotive after-sales. In North America, it supports automotive suppliers with OEM-focused supply-chain solutions including warehousing, sequencing, quality control and pre-assembly.
www.star-cooperation.comManager, Government Projects & Trade Missions
+1 (312) 585-8008 kederer@gaccmidwest.org
