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Asahi Kasei Unveils New Wet-Process Separator Coating Line in North Carolina, Advancing ...
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Fusion42 · 26 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
Asahi Kasei opened a new wet-process lithium-ion battery separator coating line in Charlotte, North Carolina, expanding its North American production capacity and establishing localized supply capabilities for wet-process separator technology with commercial production planned for late 2026.
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You can now access a growing North American supply of wet-process battery separators with faster delivery and regional support. Prepare to engage local EV and energy storage clients before legacy suppliers respond.
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