The cells produced at the Ohio facility will serve multiple market segments, from residential installations to commercial and industrial applications, and ultimately large-scale utility grid projects.
The first cells rolling off production lines will be integrated into complete ESS solutions by LG ES Vertech, the American energy storage system integrator division of LG ES.
L-H Battery CEO Chahun Ku acknowledged the strategic importance of the change during the facility’s launch ceremony, emphasising that energy storage represents a critical component of the company’s long-term vision alongside future production of hybrid-EV batteries.
Ku credited the facility’s workforce for their adaptability in launching production for applications different from those originally planned.
Automotive cells typically prioritise energy density, charging speed, and cycle life under demanding thermal and mechanical conditions.
