This comes more into focus when looking at the EV battery industry as , with EVs continuing to make a shift in sustainable transport , increasing concerns about critical mineral supply chains come to the surface . The circular economy promotes resource efficiency , extending battery life through recycling and refurbishing .

Manufacturing is at the core of this and plays a crucial role as it involves integrating sustainable practices and principles from the design stage through production to the end of the product ’ s life cycle .

CHRIS BALOW Chris Balow , Director of Product Management at Plex – a Rockwell Automation company – knows this all too well . As a leader in cloud-delivered smart manufacturing solutions , Chris has a front row seat and sees first-hand the impact of manufacturing in closing the loop through innovative solutions .

DRIVING CIRCULAR INITIATIVES IN THE EV SECTOR

Chris , who has 18 years of experience at Plex and is an experienced manufacturing executive , has built a deep understanding of the manufacturing industry with expertise spanning integrated manufacturing , product design and software development , particularly within the automotive industry .

TITLE : DIRECTOR OF PRODUCT MANAGEMENT COMPANY : PLEX , A DIVISION OF ROCKWELL AUTOMATION INDUSTRY : MANUFACTURING LOCATION : MICHIGAN , US

With 18 years of experience at Plex , Chris has built a deep understanding of the manufacturing industry by visiting factory floors nationwide and forming valuable relationships with manufacturers from diverse sectors . His expertise spans integrated manufacturing , product design , and software development , particularly within the automotive industry .

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