24th September 2025 By H&T Group
Strengthening US Battery Innovation: H&T Signs Strategic Partnership with Forge Nano
The Heitkamp & Thumann Group (H&T) is proud to announce the signing of a strategic supply agreement with Forge Nano for 21700 battery cans made in the United States. This partnership marks a significant milestone in our company’s continued expansion in the North American market and strengthens our position in the rapidly growing rechargeable battery industry.
Forge Nano, a technology company pioneering domestic battery and semiconductor innovations, has established itself at the forefront of battery technology development. Their approach to battery design and manufacturing aligns perfectly with H&T’s commitment to quality and technological advancement.
Currently constructing their gigawatt-hour scale battery factory in North Carolina, Forge Nano is among a select number of U.S. companies building domestic mass production capabilities for advanced battery technologies. This state-of-the-art facility will focus on developing sophisticated battery solutions and scaling them to commercial production, supporting the growth of a robust American battery supply chain.
Through this collaboration, H&T will further strengthen its established position in the rechargeable battery components market, allowing us to play an active role in the ongoing electrification transformation and contribute to the development of sustainable energy storage solutions.
“This partnership with Forge Nano represents an exciting new chapter for H&T,” said Dietmar Schmitz, CEO of the Heitkamp & Thumann Group. “We are combining our manufacturing excellence with Forge Nano’s innovative technology to help shape the future of energy storage solutions in North America.”
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