SLDP vs FSTR Comparison

Solid Power Inc is engaged in solid-state battery technology and manufacturing processes. Its core technology is a sulfide-based solid electrolyte material, which replaces the liquid or gel electrolyte used in traditional lithium-ion battery cells. Its commercialization plan is to manufacture and sell electrolytes to Tier 1 battery manufacturers and automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) that choose to produce its battery cells.

L.B. Foster Co is a U.S-based firm engaged in the manufacturing, fabrication, and distribution of products and services, especially for the rail, construction, energy, and utility industries. The company operates its business through two segments: Rail Technologies and Services and Infrastructure Solutions. Its principal business activity involves providing new and used rail, trackwork, and accessories, producing concrete railroad ties, insulated rail joints, power rail, track fasteners, cover boards, and sales of sells and rents steel sheet piling, H-bearing pile, and other piling products for foundation and earth retention requirements. It generates the majority of its revenues from the Rail Technologies and Services segment.