Honeywell has been chosen to provide building automation systems for LG Energy Solution’s new electric vehicle battery manufacturing plant in Queen Creek, near Phoenix, Arizona. The facility, which is expected to be completed in 2026, will use Honeywell’s technologies to improve operational efficiency, safety, and sustainability.
The 1.3-million-square-foot standalone plant is a significant part of LG Energy Solution’s plan to strengthen its position in the North American EV battery market. According to Bain & Company, global demand for batteries is expected to increase fourfold by 2030 (https://www.bain.com/insights/battery-manufacturing-capacity-could-outstrip-demand-until-2030/). Honeywell’s involvement aims to help set a new benchmark for high-tech manufacturing operations.
“By developing and delivering solutions that blend cutting-edge technology and energy efficiency, we are driving the future of automation,” said Billal Hammoud, president and CEO of Honeywell Building Automation. “Honeywell’s collaboration with LG Energy Solution demonstrates how advanced building automation can help empower companies to achieve operational excellence in their facilities while also accelerating the shift to a more secure energy future.”
Honeywell stated that its scalable solutions will support not only current needs but also future expansions at the Queen Creek site.
Honeywell operates across various industries worldwide and focuses on three main trends: automation, aviation advancements, and the transition toward sustainable energy. The company delivers products through several business segments including Aerospace Technologies, Industrial Automation, Building Automation, and Energy and Sustainability Solutions.
For further details about Honeywell’s building automation offerings, visit buildings.honeywell.com.
