Next Generation Solid-State &
Solvent-Free Batteries
IONID is pioneering the next generation of battery technologies from 3D printed solid-state electrodes to solvent-free cathode manufacturing
About Us
IONID is a subsidiary of Photocentric devoted to battery research. Photocentric has been researching into 3D batteries since 2014. IONID utilises Photocentric’s 3D printing technology, specifically world class photopolymer formulation skills, manufacturing in kilo-tonne scale and JENI automation in 3D printing.
3D printing electrodes that can interdigitate the electrodes and gain greater interfacial contact area.
Developing a solvent-free cathode manufacturing processes that can reduce the energy used in battery manufacture by 10%. We are now scaling the process from coin to pouch cells.
The need
We need for cleaner, safer, and more scalable energy storage. Battery demand is expected to grow 14-fold by 2030, driven by EVs, renewable energy, and digital products. Current manufacturing relies on solvent-intensive processes that are costly, energy-heavy, and environmentally damaging.
Horizon funded project to advancing additive manufacturing applied to battery innovation
Working to scale solvent-free manufacturing
The need
We need for cleaner, safer, and more scalable energy storage. Battery demand is expected to grow 14-fold by 2030, driven by EVs, renewable energy, and digital products. Current manufacturing relies on solvent-intensive processes that are costly, energy-heavy, and environmentally damaging.
Horizon funded project to advancing additive manufacturing applied to battery innovation
Working to scale solvent-free manufacturing
Pioneering material and process innovations that transform how energy storage is made.
IONID is at the forefront of a global energy transformation. As part of the Photocentric Group, we are developing next-generation battery technologies that address the urgent need for cleaner, safer, and more scalable energy storage.
Battery demand is expected to grow more than 14x by 2030, driven by EVs, renewable energy, and digital infrastructure.
Current manufacturing relies on legacy, solvent-intensive processes that are costly, energy-heavy, and environmentally challenging.
Europe and the UK are investing heavily to localise and decarbonise battery production. IONID is positioned to lead this shift.
Latest News
Photopolymers & Additive Manufacturing (AM) in Next-Generation Batteries Presentation
The global demand for energy and sustainable battery production is a growing challenge, with the need for batteries predicted to increase by more than 14 times by 2030.
March 17th, 2025 | News
From Light to Structure: A New Chapter in Cathode Manufacturing
In the race to electrify everything – from cars to grids – the lithium-ion battery has taken centre stage. Engineers have pushed its performance, chemists have tweaked its chemistry, and manufacturers are scaling up production at unprecedented speeds.
But beneath the surface of this high-tech sprint lies a surprisingly old problem – cathode coating. And at the heart of that problem sits N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone, better known in the industry as NMP.
May 7th, 2025 | News
Photopolymers & Additive Manufacturing (AM) in Next-Generation Batteries Presentation
The global demand for energy and sustainable battery production is a growing challenge, with the need for batteries predicted to increase by more than 14 times by 2030.
March 17th, 2025 | News
From Light to Structure: A New Chapter in Cathode Manufacturing
In the race to electrify everything – from cars to grids – the lithium-ion battery has taken centre stage. Engineers have pushed its performance, chemists have tweaked its chemistry, and manufacturers are scaling up production at unprecedented speeds.
But beneath the surface of this high-tech sprint lies a surprisingly old problem – cathode coating. And at the heart of that problem sits N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone, better known in the industry as NMP.
May 7th, 2025 | News
Mission
We will use our material science and 3D capabilities to create new methods of battery construction that are safer, cleaner, and lower cost.
Vision
Our vision is to develop innovative battery manufacturing methods.
Developing Solid-State 3D Printed Batteries
Safer, more reliable, and higher-performing solid state batteries with 3D printed electrodes.
Defining Solvent-Free Cathode Manufacturing
Revolutionary process that eliminates harmful solvents, reducing environmental impact, energy use and cost.
Using Additive Manufacturing for Custom Battery Housings
Printing tailored housings in flame retardant materials.
Contact Us
Whether you’re a researcher, commercial partner, or investor, we’d love to hear from you. IONID is in active development, and we’re looking for collaborators who share our vision for energy storage.