PBT is refining the future
With clever chemistry, we are reducing the CO2 emissions of battery material production, lowering the overall environmental footprint of Electric Vehicles (EVs).
Our smart, simple and green technology can refine intermediate raw materials like Mixed Hydroxide Precipitate (MHP) or black mass from recycled batteries into high quality, clean battery material known as precursor Cathode Active Material (pCAM) for lithium-ion batteries.
Environmentally Sustainable
When making pCAM, our fully patented processes emit up to 85% less CO2 than standard refining methods leading to electric vehicle (EV) batteries made with PBT’s cathode material being less CO2 intensive.
Endless Value
PBT unlocks the value of previously less-viable nickel sources. We can process from a mix of feedstocks, some not currently suitable for the battery market. This means we can generate high-quality product from otherwise unusable stock. We are also more efficient and need a smaller footprint than other refineries. Our value is endless.
Truly Circular
Relying solely on raw critical minerals is not sustainable. Our technology can refine black mass from recycled batteries or off-spec battery materials in addition to raw material. This is true circular economy in action.
Our Technology
Our innovation is based on simplicity.
Standard methods of refining rely on metal separation to create pCAM. This is time intensive, uses high-heat, toxic solvents and emits significant CO2.
PBT’s technology skips the metal separation phase.
Without toxic solvents.
With less heat.
With less cost.
In less time.
Creating clean, high quality battery materials without the high CO2 burden.
Simplicity brings flexibility. We can adjust materials to specific ratios which produces bespoke battery material to meet our client’s needs.
Our technology was first discovered at the University of Queensland (UQ) and later commercialised by our team of highly experienced executives and accomplished scientists and engineers. All dedicated to quality research and development, constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the field of cleaner battery materials.
Our technology was first discovered at the University of Queensland (UQ) and later commercialised by our team of highly experienced executives and accomplished scientists and engineers. All dedicated to quality research and development, constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the field of cleaner battery materials.
Current Operations
HAGEN
(K&E Germany)
Strategically located in central Europe, servicing the hub of EV manufacturing. Our commercial refinery in Hagen, Germany is currently allowed to produce 2,500t Ni annually. Expansion is underway to make up to 15,000tpa pCAM.
Certificates & Product Information
K&E Products
Energy Management System Certificate – English
Energy Management System Certificate – Deutsch
Quality Management System Certificate – English
Quality Management System Certificate – Deutsch
OH&S Management System Certificate – English
OH&S Management System Certificate – Deutsch
Environmental Management System Certificate – English
Energiepolitik Certificate – Deutsch
Unternehmenspolitik Certificate – Deutsch
Quality, Environmental, OH&S, Safety Certificate – English
Employee Safety Certificate – English
Western Australia
The WA pCAM Hub is a first of its kind refinery in the Kalgoorlie-Coolgardie region of Western Australia. The Project will initially produce 50,000tpa of pCAM expandable to 100,000tpa within 5 years. The Australian Government committed $119.6M to this project and production is due to begin in early 2025.
We are currently accepting supplier interest.
To find out more about our current supply opportunities. >> Download here.
Supplier Expressions of Interest for the construction of the WA pCAM Hub can be submitted via this form: >>Registration Form
(Please note you will need to register for access to the form).
Project specific enquiries can be directed to wapcamhub@purebatterytech.com
Current Operations
HAGEN
(K&E Germany)
Strategically located in central Europe, servicing the hub of EV manufacturing. Our commercial refinery in Hagen, Germany is currently allowed to produce 2,500t Ni annually. Expansion is underway to make up to 15,000tpa pCAM.
Certificates & Product Information
K&E Products
Energy Management System Certificate – English
Energy Management System Certificate – Deutsch
Quality Management System Certificate – English
Quality Management System Certificate – Deutsch
OH&S Management System Certificate – English
OH&S Management System Certificate – Deutsch
Environmental Management System Certificate – English
Energiepolitik Certificate – Deutsch
Unternehmenspolitik Certificate – Deutsch
Quality, Environmental, OH&S, Safety Certificate – English
Employee Safety Certificate – English
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
The WA pCAM Hub is a first of its kind refinery in the Kalgoorlie-Coolgardie region of Western Australia. The Project will initially produce 50,000tpa of pCAM expandable to 100,000tpa within 5 years. The Australian Government committed $119.6M to this project and production is due to begin in early 2025.
We are currently accepting supplier interest.
To find out more about our current supply opportunities. >> Download here.
Supplier Expressions of Interest for the construction of the WA pCAM Hub can be submitted via this form: >>Registration Form
(Please note you will need to register for access to the form).
Project specific enquiries can be directed to wapcamhub@purebatterytech.com
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Australian Head Office:
Level 32, 10 Eagle Street, Brisbane, QLD, 4000 Australia
+61 73051 0643
info@purebatterytechnology.com
European Head Office:
Königswarter und Ebell Chemische Fabrik
GmbH Im Ennepetal 19-21 58135 Hagen Germany
+49-2331481712
Info-kue@purebatterytech.com
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