Smiths Detection has partnered with VITO and Sortbat to tackle sustainability initiatives.

The organisation has announced a collaborative partnership with Xbat.ai: A joint venture between the Belgian Institute for Technological Research, VITO and battery sorting specialist, Sortbat.

This collaboration is set to bring together expertise in AI, X-ray detection technology and industrial innovation, with the shared ambition to transform the battery sorting industry through scalable and sustainable solutions.

Smiths Detection articulates that this partnership highlights its ever-growing commitment to sustainability as it leverages its detection capabilities with the aim of improving resource efficiency and supporting global efforts with the goal of a more sustainable future.

Battery sorting industry seeks improvements

This partnership is said to bring about significant advancements in technology, addressing the growing complexity and diversity of battery types.

The suggested sorting solution was developed to meet the needs of the evolving battery industry.

VITO and Sortbat’s collaboration as well as its research and development is set to become the global standard for automated battery sorting.

Smiths Detection has articulated that it will be leveraging its commercial, service and engineering expertise to advance the solution from prototype to a market-ready product, ensuring global deployment readiness.