CIBF - Old Friends, New Chapters: Interview with Wan Xinjun, Chairman of Mikrouna (Shanghai) Ind. Int. Tech. Co., Ltd.

CIBF has successfully held sixteen editions, and has been stationed in this technology-laden city for consecutive editions since its inaugural event in Shenzhen in 2012. Starting from 2024, CIBF has shifted from being held biennially to annually. Over the years, more than 300 exhibitors have participated in multiple consecutive editions, becoming the "regular attendees" of CIBF.

To express our gratitude to these long-time friends who have consistently supported us, and to share their experiences and insights, we have specially launched the "CIBF - Old Friends, New Chapters" column. Through this series of exclusive interviews, we will delve deeply into the stories of these seasoned exhibitors, listen to their unique perspectives on industry development, and their outlooks for future trends.

Recently, Liu Xiaoxia, the Director of the New Media Department of the China Industrial Association of Power Sources (CIAPS), the organizer of CIBF, conducted an exclusive interview with Wan Xinjun, the Chairman of Mikrouna (Shanghai) Ind. Int. Tech. Co., Ltd.

 Q1: Hello, could you briefly introduce Mikrouna? 

Wan Xinjun: Hello, I am Wan Xinjun, the Chairman of Mikrouna (Shanghai) Ind. Int. Tech. Co., Ltd.

Mikrouna was founded in 1998 and is a national-level specialized and innovative enterprise integrating research and development, production, sales, and service. We have over 700 employees, with more than 250 professional and technical personnel. Our main products include vacuum-sealed drying ovens and automated intelligent equipment, applied in fields such as scientific research, nuclear industry, and lithium batteries. Last year, we established a solid-state battery equipment research institute in Songshan Lake, Dongguan, with 110 researchers. We have completed the research and development of experimental and pilot-scale equipment for various process segments of solid-state batteries, including lithium metal casting, rolling, sheet making, dry film forming, electrode composite, stacking, and packaging.

 Q2: We understand that Mikrouna has participated in many editions of CIBF. Could you share your exhibition experiences with us? 

Wan Xinjun: CIBF is a grand event for the global lithium battery industry. It is not only a platform for business gatherings but also a platform for technical exchanges and learning. It has accelerated the rapid development of lithium battery technology. As an exhibitor, we feel that the effect is very good, especially the opportunity to communicate face-to-face with major clients.

 Q3: Will Mikrouna have any new product launches at the CIBF 2025 exhibition? Could you give us a sneak peek? 

Wan Xinjun: Next year, Mikrouna will launch a dedicated cutting and stacking machine for solid-state batteries and dry film preparation equipment for solid electrolytes.

 Q4: What are your views on the future development of the industry? 

Wan Xinjun: Solid-state batteries are the development direction of the industry. Currently, there are still significant technical challenges and uncertainties, but the prospects are bright. They will ultimately be applied on a large scale. Therefore, our company has invested a large amount of funds to focus on the research and development of equipment for the entire process of solid-state batteries. Here, I welcome industry colleagues and technical experts to visit our public experimental platform in Songshan Lake, Dongguan, to conduct experiments, engage in technical exchanges, and discuss cooperation.

 5.Q5: Lastly, do you have anything to say about CIBF 2025? 

Wan Xinjun: I would like to say to CIBF, "I wish the exhibition will continue to improve and make great contributions to the industry's development!"

Finally, on behalf of CIBF, Liu Xiaoxia expressed sincere gratitude to Mikrouna and wished Mikrouna a prosperous future. We also invite everyone to visit Mikrouna's exhibition stand (11T012) for exchanges and collaboration!

Liu Xiaoxia (left), Wan Xinjun (middle), and Shao Zhushan (right)