Nano Catalytics develops RF-activated nano and micro particles that release catalysts to initiate polymerization on demand, allowing manufacturers to cure materials through opaque objects without heating the entire part. This technology significantly reduces production time by up to 10 times, lowers energy costs, and enables the use of heat-sensitive materials, enhancing design possibilities in manufacturing.
Funding
$1.9M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Many manufacturing processes rely on heat to cure materials, which can be slow, energy-intensive, and limit the use of heat-sensitive components. Traditional curing methods often require heating the entire part, even when only a specific area needs to be cured, leading to inefficiencies and potential damage. Curing through opaque materials is especially challenging, often requiring specialized equipment or multiple steps.
Solution
Nano Catalytics provides radio frequency (RF) activated nano and micro particles that enable on-demand polymerization, allowing manufacturers to cure materials through opaque objects without heating the entire part. The particles release catalysts when exposed to RF energy, initiating polymerization precisely where needed. This technology significantly reduces production time, lowers energy costs, and enables the use of heat-sensitive materials, expanding design possibilities. By targeting the curing process at the particle level, Nano Catalytics offers a more efficient and controlled approach to material curing.
Target Audience
The primary customers are manufacturers and formulators in the adhesives and other industries who seek to improve the efficiency, speed, and capabilities of their material curing processes.
Features
- RF-activated nano and micro particles that release catalysts on demand
- Compatibility with existing catalysts, eliminating the need for new chemistry
- Up to 10x faster production times compared to traditional curing methods
- Reduced manufacturing footprint by up to 75%
- Lower energy consumption due to targeted heating
- Enables the use of heat-sensitive materials, substrates, and fillers
- Enhanced design possibilities through localized and controlled curing
- Additives sold directly to formulators for ready-to-use application
- Partner network providing bolt-on RF activation equipment