KATOP: A Powerful Presence at CIBF Exhibition – Two Decades of Expertise Empowering China’s Lithium Battery Leadership

On May 15, the 17th China International Battery Fair (CIBF 2025), a globally renowned lithium battery industry event, kicked off in Shenzhen with great fanfare. KATOP showcased a range of cutting-edge products and innovative solutions, including dry electrode process technology, highly reliable composite aluminum current collectors, second-generation thermal lamination stackers, and solid-state battery equipment.

With 20 years of development, KATOP has built a strong brand reputation and formidable technological expertise.

Today, KATOP employs over 3,900 staff, with R&D and production bases in Jiangsu, Jiangxi, Fujian, Guangdong, Sichuan, Hong Kong, and Frankfurt, Germany. The company also boasts sales and service networks in Japan, South Korea, North America, India, and other regions.

Leveraging two decades of experience and R&D breakthroughs, KATOP   has developed deep expertise in raw material production, coated film processing, automated production equipment, and energy storage systems. Its core technologies span automation, dry processes, simulation, and oven parameter prediction, backed by more than 500 authorized patents.

KATOP ’s product portfolio includes double-sided high-speed precision coating machines, separator coating machines, and gravure primer coaters, making it one of China’s earliest companies to internationalize coating equipment.

The company also provides mass-produced, reliable lithium battery equipment for critical processes such as electrolyte filling, formation and grading, stacking, winding, and slitting.

Global Market Expansion: Leading the Charge Beyond Domestic Borders

As a pioneer among Chinese lithium battery equipment manufacturers, KATOP has not only solidified its position in the domestic market but also actively expanded overseas.

With clients across more than 20 countries and regions, KATOP   serves industry giants like CATL and BYD while securing orders from top-tier international manufacturers. The company has established a robust global sales and service network, including overseas subsidiaries and production facilities.

Innovations in Solid-State Battery Technology

After nearly a decade of exploration, KATOP has made significant strides in dry electrode technology, developing production solutions compatible with ternary materials, solid-state electrolytes, and more.

Today, KATOP offers systematic solutions for solid-state batteries, covering powder processing, wet/dry film formation, lithium metal anode shaping, and smart factory integration.

A Showcase of Strength at CIBF 2025

Through this exhibition, KATOP demonstrated its capabilities as a leading supplier of new energy equipment and solutions in China.

With advanced products and reliable technical services, KATOP   continues to enhance the global influence of Chinese brands, driving the internationalization of China’s lithium battery equipment industry. Together with industry peers, the company is committed to building a stronger lithium battery sector and a sustainable future.