Waste Treatment of Solids, Liquids and Gases in Battery Recycling
November 12, 2025Miscellany,On Lithium: Insights
Emissions, such as toxic gases, contaminated wastewater and explosive dust, require the same rigorous environmental controls as specialty chemical manufacturing. Read More
Graphite: The Unsung Backbone of Lithium-Ion Batteries
Photo by Mitchell Griest on Unsplash
In my column, Barry on Batteries, I discuss the role of graphite in lithium ion batteries. While lithium, nickel, and cobalt often dominate the conversation, graphite quietly plays a pivotal role—both in performance and sustainability.…
Pressure Nutsche Filtration and Drying Technology for Hazardous Chemicals
September 16, 2025Industry Focus,Technical Expertise & Testing
Image: Kai Dahms on Unsplash
My solid-liquid separation and drying career has spanned over 40 years. Most recently, a client found an article that I wrote in 1999 about drying technology for the manufacturing of hazardous chemicals in the chemical, fine/specialty chemical and pharma…
Black Mass Testing Methods Need Industry Standards
September 12, 2025On Lithium: Insights
Different battery types require tailored recycling approaches, but the industry lacks standardized testing methods for measuring elemental composition. Read More
Technology, Innovation, and Leadership in Tennis
August 26, 2025Innovation Mindset
Image source: Unsplash/Josh Calabrese
The summer tennis season is always fun with the Australian Open, French Open (what a match between Alcarez and Sinner), Wimbledon and of course, the US Open at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, Arthur Ashe Stadium. As the US Open…


