HL – GA Battery Company Industry Expo Overview
The 2024 HL-GA Battery Company Industry Expo is scheduled for December 6, 2024. The Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing will once again proudly showcase the remarkable work of our senior design and capstone project teams. This signature event, known as the Industry Expo Project Report Out (PRO) Day, serves as a vital meeting point for students, project sponsors, industry leaders, faculty members, and distinguished guests. The day will feature engaging presentations, networking opportunities, tours of our cutting-edge laboratories, a vibrant career fair (students can register here: Handshake), and an exciting awards ceremony. At the conclusion of the presentations, we host a short reception, then we will recognize the top teams in four categories, celebrating their outstanding achievements based on their project presentation scores. The full program can be viewed here: 2024 Industry Expo Program.
We are excited to carry on this tradition in 2024 and look forward to another successful event!
To participate in this year’s event, please click this link: 2024 Industry Expo Complimentary Registration. We look forward to seeing you there!
More Information About the Expo
For previous expo winners and sponsors, please visit our expo archives page. A Georgia Southern login required.
We are pleased to have HL-GA Battery Company LLC as the Title Sponsor for the 2024 Industry Exp Project Report Out (PRO) Day! Their involvement has allowed us to expand the scope of the Industry Expo.
About HL-GA Battery Company
HL-GA Battery Company LLC is a joint venture between Hyundai Motor Group and LG Energy Solutions. Hyundai Motor Group and LG Energy Solutions have joined forces to revolutionize the electric vehicle automotive industry. HL-GA Battery Company will manufacture lithium-ion battery cells for electric vehicles. They are located on the Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) site, outside of
beautiful Savannah, Georgia.
As HL-GA progresses with its plans, this facility reflects a significant investment in the future of EV battery technology and the adoption of new industry practices. Once complete the new battery factory will have a capacity of 30GWh, enough to power 300,000 EVS.
The sponsorship supports the following key components of PRO Day:
- Technology Sponsorship: Underwrites the use of RocketJudge as our judging platform.
- Lunch Reception
- Electrical and Computer Engineering Awards
Project Winners will be chosen in four categories: (1) Computing, (2) Electrical and Computer Engineering, (3) Manufacturing Engineering and Mechanical Engineering, and (4) Civil Engineering and Construction. The 2024 Winners and Project Sponsors and Award Sponsors are shown below.
| Project and Project Sponsor | Award Category | Place | Students |
| Hawk Measurement Computing Awards | 1st | ||
| 2nd | |||
| 3rd | |||
| Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Awards | 1st | ||
| 2nd | |||
| 3rd | |||
| JE Dunn Construction Civil Engineering and Construction Awards | 1st | ||
| 2nd | |||
| 3rd | |||
| HL-GA Battery Company Electrical and Computer Engineering Awards | 1st | ||
| 2nd | |||
| 3rd |
Our awards sponsors play a crucial role in recognizing student achievement. Sponsor provides cash awards for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. Each sponsor is highlighted below.
Civil Engineering and Construction Awards
JE Dunn Construction Company is family and employee owned and has been a leader in the commercial construction industry since 1924. Headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, JE Dunn has 26 offices nationally and employs approximately 4,000 employees. The company provides general contracting, construction management, and design-build services. According to Engineering News-Record (ENR) magazine, JE Dunn is ranked consistently among the top contractors nationwide.
JE Dunn is an industry leader in the application of pre construction technology, virtual design and construction, and other emerging construction technologies. Innovation in construction, client-centric problem-solving, and delivering an exceptional client experience is what differentiates us in the industry.
Manufacturing Engineering and Mechanical Engineering Awards
Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world’s most technologically advanced business-jet aircraft. Since 1958, Gulfstream aircraft have grown their reputation for excellence in the decades since. A focus on innovation and a commitment to customer service are reflected in a history of industry firsts, record-setting aircraft, technological innovation, global service and support initiatives, and an expanding worldwide customer base.
Gulfstream achieves its vision of creating and delivering the world’s finest aviation experience through an ongoing commitment to attract, train and advance the brightest minds in all disciplines required to develop and build the products, services and experiences that make traveling in a Gulfstream aircraft second to none.
Computing Awards
HAWK has won several awards for our industry leading products and we offer technologies such as fiber optic sensing, acoustic wave, and guided wave radar, amongst many others. HAWK has successfully solved difficult liquids and solids applications in a wide range of industries including mining/mineral processing, water supply/waste water, oil & gas, bulk material handling, chemical, power, cement, pulp & paper and food. HAWK is committed to providing best-in-class products, services and technologies that will have unsurpassed value for their customers.
HL-GA Battery Company Electrical and Computer Engineering Awards
HL-GA Battery Company LLC is a joint venture between Hyundai Motor Group and LG Energy Solutions. Hyundai Motor Group and LG Energy Solutions have joined forces to revolutionize the electric vehicle automotive industry. HL-GA Battery Company will manufacture lithium-ion battery cells for electric vehicles. They are located on the Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) site, outside of beautiful Savannah, Georgia.
As HL-GA progresses with its plans, this facility reflects a significant investment in the future of EV battery technology and the adoption of new industry practices. Once complete the new battery factory will have a capacity of 30GWh, enough to power 300,000 EVS.
Our project sponsors play a critical role in providing resources and mentoring to the project teams. This year we greatly acknowledge this year’s project sponsors: Gulfstream, Heatcraft, JCB, Bordie International, APRN ROWS, JTEKT, Port City Logistics, Marne Innovation Center, and Rayonier Advanced Materials.
We are pleased to acknowledge HL – GA Battery Company as our sponsor for the RocketJudge App. This app allows us to conduct the voting in real-time and quickly summarize the results.