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August 29, 20 18
BERGQUIST® Brand Liquid and Pad Thermal Interface Materials Improve
Performance, Lifetime and Reliability of Li-Ion Automotive Battery Systems
Henkel Highlights Thermal Management
Solutions at The Battery Show North America
2018
Irvine, CA – Henkel’s BERGQUIST® brand of thermal management materials is the
market leader in versatile, reliable and cost-effective heat dissipation solutions across
nearly all electronic market segments. In the automotive space, specifically lithium-
ion (li-ion) battery systems, Henkel’s thermal interface materials (TIMs) are driving
new capabilities with better performance and reliability. Henkel will be exhibiting its
latest TIM products, as well as its connecting and protecting materials in booth 311
from September 11 – 13 at The Battery Show North America 2018.
“The capability of lithium-ion battery systems is central to the advancement of electric
vehicle (EV) technology,” says Pankaj Arora, Henkel Corporation Market Segment
Head for Automotive Electronics, E-Mobility. “As new, higher-voltage batteries are
being designed for faster charging, longer distances and more intense peak
performance, considerations for thermal management are essential for long-term
reliability and extended battery life. Our liquid and pad TIM materials are providing
critical gap filling for thorough heat transfer technology at the module, pack and
chassis level to enable thermal management and ensure dependable performance
and reliability.”
W hile Henkel’s line of BERGQUIST GAP PAD® TIMs is extensive, one material that
li-ion battery manufacturers consistently rely on is BERGQUIST GAP PAD 1450.
This soft, compliant TIM with excellent wet-out characteristics conforms to various
surface topographies to effectively transfer heat away from battery cells. Its soft,
stress-limiting construction is ideal for fragile assemblies, and its permanent liner
limits puncture resistance, improves handling and allows simple rework when
required.
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Increasingly, automotive electronics and li-ion battery specialists are integrating
BERGQUIST liquid gap filler TIMs, which are optimized for high-speed dispensing
and intricate gap filling to manage the thermal load generated from multiple modules
assembled into the battery pack, hood or chassis. Henkel invites The Battery Show
delegates to learn about silicone-free gap filler materials and other Henkel solutions
for battery packs and e-Mobility electronics. High thermal performance, reduced
outgassing, room temperature curing and optimized rheology for improved
dispensing are all integrated into the newest BERGQUIST silicone-free, liquid TIM.
In addition to leading-edge materials, Henkel technical experts will share their broad
application and material science knowledge during two paper sessions:
• September 13, 2018, 11:15 AM - 11:30 AM, Onyx Ballroom – Thermal
interface materials maximize heat transfer and minimize thermally-induced
stress on batteries. Managing the thermal load helps improve automotive
safety, battery life span and performance while lowering cost. Find out more
about effective thermal control during “The Building Blocks of Thermal
Interface Materials for Automotive Power Conversion & Power Storage
Systems” presentation by Mark Amberg, Henkel Business Development
Manager for E-Mobil i ty & Thermal Technolog y.
• September 13, 2018, 2:00 PM - 2:25 PM, Open Tech Forum -- Eugene
Chung, Henkel E-Mobility Business Development Manager, will deliver a
presentation entitled “Boosting Performance & Efficiency of New Energy
Vehicles Through Advanced Adhesive Technology”, during which he will
speak about the impact of advanced adhesive technologies on battery life
improvement and long-term performance, protection of critical electronics,
weight reductions and cost-efficiency.
To learn about Henkel’s complete line of automotive power storage solutions,
download a brochure here or visit www.henkel-adhesives.com/electronics.
About Henkel in North America
Henkel operates across its three business units – Adhesive Technologies, Beauty Care and Laundry
& Hom e Care – in N orth Am erica. Its portf olio of wel l-known consum er and in dustrial bran ds includes
Schwarzkopf
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hair c are, Dial
®
soaps, Ri ght Guard
®
antiperspirants, professional hair care brand Sex y
Hair
®
, Persil
®
, Purex
®
and all
®
laundry detergents, Snuggle
®
fabric softeners as well as Loctite
®
,
Technomelt
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and Bonderite
®
adhesives. North America is an important region for Henkel: With sales
of around 5.8 billion US dollars (5.2 billion euros) in 2017, North America accounts for 26 percent of
the company’s global sales. Henkel employs more than 9,000 people across the U.S., Canada and
Puerto Rico. For more information, please visit www.henkel-northamerica.com
.
About Henkel
Henkel operates globally with a well-balanced and diversified portfolio. The company holds leading
positions with its three business units in both industrial and consumer businesses thanks to strong