Energy Materials: HELM AG

We offer a wide range of products and services relating to the lithium ecosystem. Our production facilities synthesise and refine a large portfolio of lithium derivatives. Our aim is to close loops through local recycling solutions and to achieve CO2-neutral operations in the process. Innovation and partnerships are at the centre of our strategy. With 40 years of experience, we are one of the leading lithium producers in Europe.

Our VISION

HELM's green lithium will power electric vehicles on every street in Europe.

Reduce complexity

We help our customers to convert technical lithium products into batteries of the highest quality. We support the extraction of lithium carbonate, lithium hydroxide and lithium chloride from recycled lithium streams.

Maximum flexibility

We offer our business partners various business models ranging from traditional production to contract processing.

Excellent service

We tailor our product qualities and services to specific customer requirements. We offer customised partnership models for this purpose.

Lithium at HELM

We operate three lithium production facilities in Basingstoke, England. With extensive experience, expertise and a high level of competence, we manufacture lithium products there that are used in numerous industrial and battery applications.

Batteries

We produce lithium carbonate and, in future, lithium hydroxide to the highest quality standards for lithium batteries.

Glass & ceramics

Lithium carbonate is used in the manufacture of speciality glass and ceramics. It ensures that ceramic hobs do not burst when heated.

Building Trade

In the construction industry, lithium carbonate is used for the production of quick-set cement, among other things. It enables the targeted modification and control of the setting properties of cement formulas.

Lubricants

Lithium hydroxide maintains the performance of high-performance lubricants at high temperatures.

Absorption chillers

We offer a complete package of products and services for absorption chillers.

Laboratories

We are a reliable partner for the production of a wide range of high-purity laboratory chemicals for the laboratory industry.

Lithium carbonate

Lithium carbonate is an important raw material for the production of lithium-ion batteries, mainly for lithium iron phosphate (LFP) technology. There are also numerous other industrial applications.

Lithium hydroxide

Lithium hydroxide is used to produce cathodes for high-performance lithium-ion batteries (NMC technology). It is also used as an additive in high-performance lubricants.

Lithium chloride

Lithium chloride is used in dehumidification systems. It is also the raw material for the production of lithium metal. It is also used as a raw material for electrolyte components in the production of special batteries.

Lithium bromide

Lithium bromide is primarily used as an absorbent in industrial absorption chillers.

Lithium sulphate

Lithium sulphate can be used in many different ways. As the main component of electrolytes in large battery formulations for grid storage applications or as a catalyst in various polymer reactions.

Lithium acetate

Lithium acetate has a low electrical conductivity and is used in a number of special applications - for example in the production and stabilization of polyvinyl chloride (PVC).

Lithium citrate

Lithium citrate is used for special applications in a wide range of industries, from construction to pharmaceuticals.

Lithium iodide

Lithium iodide is a complex and highly specialist chemical used in niche applications.

Lithium nitrate

Lithium nitrate has a wide range of applications. Among other things, it is used as an anti-corrosion agent in absorption refrigeration systems. In its purified form, it is used in the production of high-performance lithium-ion batteries.

Creating sustainable value

Our aim is to make a sustainable and decisive contribution to a closed recycling loop: as no new lithium has to be mined or processed, energy consumption and the amount of waste are reduced.

Strongly positioned for the future

HELM Energy Materials is committed to advancing the lithium industry, which is at the forefront of reducing global fossil fuel consumption.

Center of Excellence

At our site in Basingstoke, we operate several research and development laboratories to develop innovative solutions and services.

Recycle & reuse

The expansion of recycling capacities helps us to reduce the environmental impact of the lithium industry and make supply chains more sustainable.

Lithium for batteries

With pioneering technologies for processing lithium, we are paving the way for the electromobility of tomorrow.

Achieving more together

Together with our partners, we assume social responsibility. Sustainability and economic success guide our actions as partners and help us to create long-term value.