The University of Alabama
03/04/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/04/2026 15:14
UA’s Alabama Mobility and Power Center to Integrate Honeywell Technology in Battery Research Lab
The new battery research lab will enable the training of the next generation of battery engineers and operators.
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - The University of Alabama's Alabama Mobility and Power Center will integrate Honeywell's AI-powered Battery Manufacturing Excellence Platform in its battery research lab. The battery manufacturing automation platform optimizes operations by improving cell yields and expediting facility startups for battery manufacturers at any scale. This collaboration will allow the lab to train the next generation of engineers and battery professionals nationwide.
The AMP Center is a world-class research and development hub for creating and sustaining modern mobility and power technologies, developing charging infrastructure and managing power delivery to support large-scale growth in electric vehicles and battery energy storage systems. Honeywell's Battery MXP will be the exclusive automation platform to guide manufacturers how to scale to cost-effective, high-quality batteries at the production levels required for today's electrification needs.
"The AMP Center was created to connect industry, academia and state initiatives around the future of mobility and power," said Mike Oatridge, executive director of the Alabama Mobility and Power Center. "The deployment of Battery MXP supports Alabama's automotive industry while advancing solutions for data center growth, grid stability and the state's longterm electrification and economic development goals."
"The rapid evolution of battery technology calls for a skilled workforce and advanced production capabilities at large scale, including comprehensive automation platforms powered by AI," said Russ Ford, president of Honeywell Process Automation Solutions. "Our partnership with AMP and their use of Battery MXP is a catalyst to empower the next generation of engineers in this important industry that continues to grow globally."
Powering the Future
At the AMP Center, Honeywell and FOM Technologies are working to optimize the electrode production process within Battery MXP, which is traditionally one of the most challenging areas of the battery manufacturing process. This collaborative approach with all three organizations will result in the facility delivering an end-to-end automation solution that will help OEMs produce safer batteries for end users.
The battery research lab is expected to open by summer 2026 and will be one of the first pilot battery production sites available to external organizations. As part of the initiative to boost workforce training and development, AMP will provide hands-on experience with Honeywell's comprehensive automation technologies, enabling students and engineers to learn the skills needed for a career in advanced manufacturing.
The University of Alabama, part of The University of Alabama System, is the state's flagship university. UA shapes a better world through its teaching, research and service. With a global reputation for excellence, UA provides a forward-thinking environment and over 200 degree programs on a beautiful, student-centered campus. A leader in cutting-edge research, UA advances discovery, creative inquiry and knowledge through more than 30 research centers. As the state's largest higher education institution, UA drives economic growth in Alabama and beyond.
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