• Barry Perlmutter

    President of Perlmutter & Idea Development (P&ID) LLC
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    Barry Perlmutter is president of Perlmutter & Idea Development (P&ID) LLC. He has over 40 years of science, engineering and business marketing experience in the field of solid-liquid separation including filtration, centrifugation, process drying, mixing and recycling. His strong professional skills focus on process and project solutions, innovation strategies and execution, market expansion and business development. Barry has published and presented worldwide on applications in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and energy/environmental industries and has been responsible for introducing many European technologies into the Americas marketplace. His two books, published by Elsevier, Amsterdam, "Handbook of Solid-Liquid Filtration" and "Integration & Optimization of Unit Operations" are used worldwide for process guidance.

    Barry Perlmutter
    March 5, 2025
    Explore the complexities of battery cell testing and the rigorous standards that must be applied to the process.
    Barry Perlmutter
    Jan. 14, 2025
    A look at the battery cell manufacturing process from slurry mixing to module assembly.
    Barry Perlmutter
    Nov. 8, 2024
    From direct recycling to novel leaching agents, metallurgical processes are evolving to better recover valuable materials from spent lithium-ion batteries — creating new opportunities...
    Barry Perlmutter
    Aug. 26, 2024
    As the battery landscape shifts, recyclers must embrace flexibility to handle both lithium-ion and lithium-iron-phosphate chemistries.
    Barry Perlmutter
    July 12, 2024
    How adopting proven safety practices can fortify the entire battery value chain against risks and protect workers, communities and the environment
    Barry Perlmutter
    June 3, 2024
    A closer look at pyrometallurgical, hydrometallurgical and direct recycling methods for battery material recycling.
    Barry Perlmutter
    April 26, 2024
    Experience and know-how put chemical producers at the forefront of EV battery material development.
    Barry Perlmutter
    Feb. 19, 2024
    Achieving proper mixing is essential for cost savings and optimizing battery capacity.
    Barry Perlmutter
    Jan. 5, 2024
    Innovations in drying technologies to efficiently process batteries for reuse.
    Barry Perlmutter
    Oct. 25, 2023
    Recycling of lithium-ion battery materials is a multi-phase process that can utilize various approaches depending on various factors.
    Barry Perlmutter
    Aug. 9, 2023
    A look at how different technologies apply to unique applications
    Barry Perlmutter
    June 23, 2023
    Lab and pilot testing are critical when considering dryer options for battery materials.
    Barry Perlmutter
    June 5, 2023
    The chemical processing industry can lead the way with this new and sustainable method
    Barry Perlmutter
    April 14, 2023
    New technologies and evolving operating safety practices reduce risks for battery production.
    Barry Perlmutter
    Feb. 21, 2023
    Naturally occurring brines have a wide range of solids concentrations, particle sizes, shapes and characteristics
    Barry Perlmutter
    Jan. 3, 2023
    Processing companies are poised to play a key role in developing battery technology.