Hammond Group Announces CEO Transition
Trusted Company Advisor Bobby Lucas Named President and Chief Executive Officer. Terry Murphy to Continue Role on Hammond’s Board of Directors. Hammond Group Inc, a global manufacturer of technically-supported battery oxides, red leads, expanders, and other specialty chemicals, today announced that Robert “Bobby” Lucas has been named new President and CEO, to support the company’s […]
Hammond’s Gao Expands on Carbon Mix in BI Cover Story
Batteries International cover story for the current issue is focused on Carbon additives and the latest understanding of their value in lead acid battery performance. Hammond’s Director of Research and Development Enqin Gao gives his insights on the importance of the right mix and proportions in carbon use. “You need to provide a very different […]
Hammond’s Global Supply Chain to Rescue in Testing Times for Lead Battery Sector
Two main free trade arteries are now disrupting supply chains with drought reducing transport through the Panama Canal and ships avoiding the Red Sea-Suez Canal route because of attacks arising out of Middle East conflict. Prices are rising and schedules are being extended but Hammond’s global footprint – with facilities in North America, Asia and […]
Well Said! A Persuasive Case for Heightened Federal Investment in Research and Development of Lead Acid Batteries for Energy Stability
As a leader in lead-acid battery chemistry research and development, Hammond supports this robust call for increased federal funding to advance a stable and sustainable energy infrastructure. “While lithium-ion batteries have captured recent headlines, the industry’s most-proven technology, the workhorse lead battery, continues to power the vast majority (99.7%) of the nearly 300 million vehicles […]
The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest Awards Featured in Business Magazine
Northwest Indiana Business Magazine has published a nice article about The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest class of 2023 inductions. Hammond’s team of researchers were inducted for development of Treated SureCure®, which enhances the life and performance of lead acid batteries. We’re very proud of our team an honored for this recognition! Read the […]
Hammond Wins Innovators Award from The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest
The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest has announced winners of the 2023 Innovators Awards. This honor is bestowed in recognition of innovations that present a new solution, benefit society, and has value that can be measured. Hammond Group was selected for their newest product “Treated SureCure®.” This next-level battery additive facilitates the controlled growth […]
Hammond Presents at 20th Annual Asian Battery Conference
Hammond’s Research and Development Director Enqin Gao presented “The First Step to Developing the Next Generation Lead-Acid Battery: Positive Paste Structure” this week at the 20th Asian Battery Conference and Exhibition in Siem Reap, Cambodia. Hammond has recently geared up manufacturing of it’s newest product, Treated SureCure® and Enqin’s presentation detailed its performance and cost […]
Hammond Names Loosemore, Derico to VP Roles
Hammond Group recently announced the promotion of two long-term employees to key Vice Presidential roles. Dan Loosemore has been named Vice President of Hammond’s North American Operations and is responsible for both the Pottstown, Pennsylvania and Hammond, Indiana Oxide plants in addition to the Hammond Expander plant. Loosemore has been with Hammond for over nineteen […]
Hammond Chief Warns Over Use of Lithium in Stationary Storage
Lead batteries are “giants hiding in plain sight” and more than capable of boosting US national and energy security needs, Hammond Group president and CEO Terry Murphy told a Capitol Hill briefing. “The challenges we’re putting on the grid by trying to go to a zero emissions economy are completely undermining national security and will […]
U.S. Battery Briefing on Capitol Hill, May 10
Hammond’s CEO will be Among Panelists On Wednesday, May 10, leaders from the U.S. battery industry will share key insights on the critical role of domestic manufacturing in meeting the growing demand for energy storage and supporting a low-carbon future. The discussion will explore the need for a diversified battery industry to ensure a secure […]
