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“ We make a lot of different batteries, from thermal and lithium-ion batteries to energetic devices. In energetics, we primarily support the defense industry, working directly with the government as well as with Raytheon, Lockheed Martin, and Northrop Grumman to supply various programs they have. Our Aerospace group produces lithium-ion for the space and aviation industries.”
Operating in such a fast-paced environment where technology is evolving every day, incorporating automation and other smart technologies is essential to stay ahead of the competition. Jantzen elaborates:“ One of our latest automation projects is in our energetics department. We have developed and started building a fully automated production line. It utilizes robotic arms to
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