Friday, January 31, 2025
Forge Nano Expands ALD Capabilities with New TEPHRA™ Cluster Tool and State-of-the-Art Cleanroom
Tuesday, October 22, 2024
GM Ventures Invests $10 Million in Forge Nano to Boost EV Battery Technology with Atomic Armor
GM Ventures, the venture arm of General Motors, recently invested $10 million in Forge Nano, a materials science company known for its advanced battery technology. Forge Nano specializes in Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD), particularly its "Atomic Armor" technology, which enhances battery materials by applying ultra-thin coatings. This innovation improves the performance, lifespan, and charging speed of electric vehicle (EV) batteries.
“GM Ventures’ primary goal is to bring disruptive technology into the GM ecosystem to improve products and processes,” said Anirvan Coomer, managing director of GM Ventures. “Forge Nano’s Atomic Armor technology has game-changing potential for our battery materials at significant scale. They have already demonstrated the ability to expand cathode capabilities, which is the most expensive battery cell component. This could unlock benefits for customers and the business.”
The investment is part of GM's broader strategy to secure a robust supply chain for its EVs, and the partnership will focus on optimizing battery cathode materials to improve energy density and reduce costs. With this funding, Forge Nano aims to expand its battery coating operations and develop lithium-ion battery prototypes at its Colorado facility. This collaboration is expected to boost the range and fast-charging capabilities of GM’s future EV batteries.
About Forge Nano:
Forge Nano is a materials science company specializing in advanced surface engineering technology, particularly Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD). Its proprietary technology, "Atomic Armor," applies ultra-thin coatings at the atomic scale to improve the performance and durability of materials, particularly for energy storage applications like electric vehicle (EV) batteries. Forge Nano's coatings help enhance battery life, efficiency, and fast-charging capabilities by preventing corrosion and boosting cathode material performance.
Founded in Colorado, Forge Nano has attracted significant investment from major corporations, including General Motors, Volkswagen, LG, and others. The company's solutions extend beyond the automotive industry, targeting sectors such as electronics, aerospace, and defense. With ongoing innovation, Forge Nano aims to revolutionize how materials perform in critical technologies such as semiconductors and batteries.
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Sunday, August 11, 2024
Forge Battery Begins Shipping High-Energy 300 Wh/kg Lithium-Ion Cells Made in The USA
Forge Battery, a subsidiary of Forge Nano, has initiated the shipment of its advanced 21700 cylindrical lithium-ion battery cells, branded as “Gen. 1.1 Supercell,” to customers and potential partners. The cells, which boast a specific energy of 300 Wh/kg, have passed rigorous safety certifications (UN 38.3 and UL 1642), allowing for safe transportation. The company plans to deliver thousands of cells throughout 2024, fulfilling existing customer commitments and generating interest from new markets. These cells are designed with over 20% silicon in the anode and use NMC 811 cathodes, outperforming U.S. Advanced Battery Consortium (USABC) energy density targets and reducing costs by 20% per kWh.
The Supercells incorporate Forge Nano’s proprietary Atomic Armor™ coating technology, enhancing the durability and performance of the cells by preventing unwanted chemical reactions. With 90% of the materials sourced from U.S. suppliers, Forge Battery is set to become a key player in the domestic battery market, aiming for full-scale production at its upcoming North Carolina Gigafactory in 2026. These cells are targeted at high-performance applications, including electric trucks, aerospace, and defence, with the potential to outcompete current Tier 1 global suppliers.
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Forge Battery Begins Bulk Customer Shipments of 300 Wh/kg Lithium-Ion Battery Cells - Forge Nano
Friday, November 17, 2023
Forge Nano Unveils Plans for U.S.-Based Lithium-Ion Battery Gigafactory in North Carolina, Set to Launch in 2026
Forge Nano, Inc. has announced its venture into lithium-ion battery manufacturing with the creation of Forge Battery. The company plans to establish a Gigafactory in Raleigh, North Carolina, targeting defense, aerospace, and specialty electric vehicle markets. With an initial investment of over $165M, the facility, operational by 2026, will produce batteries utilizing Forge Nano’s Atomic Armor surface technology, enhancing energy density, safety, and lifespan.
This technology is expected to surpass existing lithium-ion cells in performance. The North Carolina facility, benefiting from state incentives and a Job Development Investment Grant, promises significant economic benefits, including hundreds of high-paying jobs and substantial tax revenue to support local communities. The groundbreaking event is scheduled for the first half of 2024.
- Forge Nano has raised $81.54M over 10 rounds.
- Forge Nano's latest funding round was a Series C for on May 30, 2023.
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Forge Nano Stock Price, Funding, Valuation, Revenue & Financial Statements (cbinsights.com)
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Forge Nano and KULR Partner for Cutting-Edge Battery Safety & Performance
In a significant move to enhance battery safety and efficiency, KULR Technology Group, a key player in sustainable energy management, has formed a strategic partnership with Forge Nano, renowned for its precision nanocoating technology. This alliance, estimated to be worth between $3.5 million to $5 million, will amalgamate KULR ONE Design Solutions - which offers advanced battery cell screening - with Forge Nano’s Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) coating technique.
The collaboration begins with an assessment of Forge Nano’s elite battery cells intended for space and the US Department of Defense (DoD). KULR's innovative automated cell screening will be instrumental in gauging various battery cell parameters, ensuring they adhere to stringent NASA flight specifications.
In light of the recent announcement by the U.S. Department of Energy about a second tranche of $3 billion funding for battery production and recycling, this partnership positions itself as a catalyst in setting new benchmarks in battery safety and performance.
Forge Nano, after securing $50 million earlier this year, has been aggressively investing in augmenting its battery production capacities. While KULR, with its expansive market presence in diverse sectors, sees this collaboration as a strategic alignment towards advancing the future of energy storage.
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
6K Energy Partners with Forge Nano to Revolutionize Battery Material Production
6K Energy, a trailblazer in sustainable battery material production, has joined forces with Forge Nano to introduce cutting-edge Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) technology for commercial-scale production of NMC 811 cathodes. This collaboration aims to transform the battery industry by enhancing performance, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
Forge Nano, known for its precision nano-coating technology, and 6K Energy are set to redefine battery material production. By integrating Forge Nano's proprietary Atomic Armor™ surface technology into 6K Energy's process, the partnership promises unparalleled advancements.
Atomic Armor employs ALD coatings with unprecedented precision and speed. This method enhances battery materials, resulting in superior capacity, safety, charging rates, and cost-efficiency. Combining Forge Nano's Atomic Armor with 6K Energy's innovative UniMelt® materials production process is expected to yield high-performance and cost-effective battery materials.
Dr. Richard Holman, Senior VP of Battery Products at 6K Energy, emphasizes the impact of the collaboration, stating, "Leveraging Forge Nano's Atomic Armor platform provides us with a coating technology that meets the stringent specifications of our lithium-ion battery materials."
6K Energy's mission to produce domestically sourced battery materials for electric vehicles and renewable energy is greatly amplified by this collaboration. As the demand for advanced battery technologies grows, strategic partnerships like this one are poised to drive sustainable and high-performance solutions.
About 6K:
6K is a sustainability-driven company offering innovative solutions across industries. Their UniMelt® microwave plasma production system transforms materials into groundbreaking products. The company's 6,000-degree philosophy signifies both the operational temperature of UniMelt and the sun's surface temperature. 6K Energy, a division focused on domestically sourced battery materials, accelerates the transition to electric vehicles and renewable energy.
For more information, visit www.6Kinc.com.
6K Energy to Implement Forge Nano Equipment for Commercial Production of NMC 811 - Forge Nano
Friday, August 25, 2023
TRION Battery and Forge Nano Partner to Advance Lithium-Ion Battery ALD Tech
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
US company Forge Nano raised US$50 M with Korea's Hanwha Corporate Venture Capital for Battery Pilot Line
Wednesday, May 3, 2023
Forge Nano Partners with Aleon Renewable Metals for Battery Recycling and Supply of ALD Materials for EV Batteries
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
Ascent Funds Invests in Forge Nano Atomic Armor for Lithium-Ion Batteries & Hydrogen Fuel Cells
Thursday, June 23, 2022
How Forge Nano is Engineering the Future, One Atom at a Time
Utilizing proprietary nano-coating technology, Forge Nano is able to fundamentally improve nearly any material on earth at the atomic level.
Friday, October 8, 2021
Forge Nano Installs Prometheus™ Powder Atomic Layer Deposition (PALD) equipment at Air Liquide's Tokyo Innovation Campus
- 1mL – 600ml (~1kg) of powder per batch.
- Proprietary fluidization technology enables uniform fluidization and deposition
- Up to 8 ALD chemical precursors connection enable a multitude of coatings
- Interchangeable reactor bodies ensure precise coating of various batch sizes
- Inert isolation and handling capabilities of air-sensitive powders
Friday, August 20, 2021
Forge Nano and Mineral Commodities Enter Into MOU to Produce ALD-Coated Natural Graphite Anode Powders
Wednesday, March 31, 2021
Canada's Gratomic Enters EV Battery Supply Chain With Forge Nano and ALD
Thursday, March 25, 2021
Forge Nano on ALD for Radio frequency (RF) and power electronics
Check out this fast ALD-Beast: LINK
- Hermetic sealing encapsulation layers with minimal thickness
- Pristine conformality in high-aspect ratio structures
- Ultra-low particle generation
- Low stress films
- Improved lifetime of circuits and PCBs
- Increased resistance to harsh environments
- No peeling or flaking of the hermetic seal at atmospheres >1200 PSI
- Negligible mass gain from coating at 100 nm
Friday, March 19, 2021
Woxna AB in Sweden & Forge Nano USA to evaluate ALD coated graphite anode material for Lithium batteries
Thursday, December 10, 2020
[PALD] SUMMIT Video Library is now available on demand - Enjoy!
The 2nd [PALD] Summit by Forge Nano is now happening. This is following the first very successful event earlier in 200 and Forge Nano is planning yet a 3rd event i summer 2021. More information will come in the near future.
Anyhow, the [PALD] SUMMIT Video Library is now available on demand - Enjoy!
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Presentation by BALD Engineering during the first [PALD] Summit
Wednesday, December 9, 2020
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Forge Nano and Argonne improve yield in propylene manufacturing by ALD coating
- deep dehydrogenation
- hydrogenolysis
- cracking
- polymerization
- coke formation.
Zheng Lu, Ryon W. Tracy, M. Leigh Abrams, Natalie L. Nicholls, Paul T. Barger, Tao Li, Peter C. Stair,
Arrelaine A. Dameron, Christopher P. Nicholas, and Christopher L. Marshall
ACS Catal. 2020, 10, XXX, 13957–13967
Publication Date:November 16, 2020
https://doi.org/10.1021/acscatal.0c03391
Thursday, October 15, 2020
Forge Nano incorporatesthe innovative US ALD company Sundew Technology
Forge Nano incorporates Sundew Technology. Improving speed, cost, and efficiency of nano coatings on wafers and objects.
The new line of industry leading tools offers high speed, cost effective, nano coatings for objects and wafers. Building upon success in the energy storage market, this additional product line is used to develop cutting edge technology in a number of applications, such as; RF Devices (MMICs), Displays, Lighting, Memory, Power Electronics, Medical Devices, Environmental Protection Barriers (nanolaminates) and many more.
“Sundew developed and commercialized cost-effective, high efficiency ALD tools that combine breakthrough innovations to deliver substantial productivity improvements and superior performance. These ALD tools are up to 100x faster, up to 90% more efficient and produce >40x less waste than traditional ALD tools. They enable zero waste processes, faster deposition, thicker films, enhanced ability to deposit more difficult films, and substantially reduced cost and frequency of maintenance.” Ofer Sneh- President Sundew Technologies
“In order to solve big problems, industries are turning to nano solutions. We are excited to bring Sundew’s amazing technology into our portfolio. These additions broaden our ALD equipment capabilities which continue to lead the world in coating more surface area, faster, and more efficient than anyone on the globe. By leveraging our expertise in PALD and Sundew’s speed and efficiency breakthroughs we will continue to make nano coatings easier and cheaper than ever. The technologies of the future will be unlocked at the atomic level.” Dr. Paul Lichty– CEO Forge Nano.
The new systems; HELIOS, THEIA and APOLLO add to Forge Nano’s existing line of tools for powders, particles, and objects. These innovative solutions bring nano coatings for objects and wafers into an entirely new era of speed and efficiency.
The complete line of surface engineering solutions can be found at www.forgenano.com/products