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Overview
- Summary
- OCSiAl is a leading producer of graphene nanotubes (single-walled carbon nanotubes, SWCNTs) under the TUBALL™ brand. The company is known for its scalable, low-cost industrial synthesis technology, which enables the enhancement of various material properties across numerous industries. This breakthrough technology makes the widespread commercial application of nanotubes economically viable.OCSiAl is a leading producer of graphene nanotubes (single-walled carbon nanotubes, SWCNTs) under the TUBALL™ brand. The company is known for its scalable, low-cost industrial synthesis technology, which enables the enhancement of various material properties across numerous industries. This breakthrough technology makes the widespread commercial application of nanotubes economically viable.
- Key Products/Technologies
- The main product is TUBALL™ graphene nanotubes, described as a one-atom-thick graphene sheet rolled into a tube more than 5 µm in length.The main product is TUBALL™ graphene nanotubes, described as a one-atom-thick graphene sheet rolled into a tube more than 5 µm in length.
- Downstream products include TUBALL™ MATRIX, a line of graphene nanotube-based concentrates, TUBALL™ BATT, an ultrafine dispersion for battery applications, and TUBALL™ COAT_E, a waterborne suspension for paints and coatings.Downstream products include TUBALL™ MATRIX, a line of graphene nanotube-based concentrates, TUBALL™ BATT, an ultrafine dispersion for battery applications, and TUBALL™ COAT_E, a waterborne suspension for paints and coatings.
- The core technology is a proprietary industrial synthesis method, known as the Graphetron series (Graphetron 1.0, Graphetron 50, Graphetron Serbia, Graphetron LUX), enabling mass production of high-quality SWCNTs at low cost and with high scalability.The core technology is a proprietary industrial synthesis method, known as the Graphetron series (Graphetron 1.0, Graphetron 50, Graphetron Serbia, Graphetron LUX), enabling mass production of high-quality SWCNTs at low cost and with high scalability.
- This technology leverages the unique properties of graphene nanotubes, such as superior conductivity, high temperature resistance, ultra-low weight, record strength, and high flexibility.This technology leverages the unique properties of graphene nanotubes, such as superior conductivity, high temperature resistance, ultra-low weight, record strength, and high flexibility.
- Nanotubes demonstrate effectiveness at ultra-low loadings, starting from just 0.01%, to drastically change material properties.Nanotubes demonstrate effectiveness at ultra-low loadings, starting from just 0.01%, to drastically change material properties.
- Production capacity started with 1 tonne per year from Graphetron 1.0 in 2013, reaching 60 tonnes per year as of 2022 (combined Graphetron 1.0 and 50), 80 tonnes per year as of 2021, and currently 90 tonnes per year.Production capacity started with 1 tonne per year from Graphetron 1.0 in 2013, reaching 60 tonnes per year as of 2022 (combined Graphetron 1.0 and 50), 80 tonnes per year as of 2021, and currently 90 tonnes per year.
- A new facility in Serbia, launched in 2024, has a planned annual capacity of 60 tonnes, with a larger facility in Luxembourg planned for 2027 or 2028 with an annual capacity of up to 100 tonnes.A new facility in Serbia, launched in 2024, has a planned annual capacity of 60 tonnes, with a larger facility in Luxembourg planned for 2027 or 2028 with an annual capacity of up to 100 tonnes.
- Core Advantages
- Scalable, Low-Cost Industrial Production: OCSiAl is the sole company with scalable technology for industrial synthesis of graphene nanotubes, allowing for mass production at significantly reduced costs compared to competitors. This innovation made widespread commercial use economically viable.Scalable, Low-Cost Industrial Production: OCSiAl is the sole company with scalable technology for industrial synthesis of graphene nanotubes, allowing for mass production at significantly reduced costs compared to competitors. This innovation made widespread commercial use economically viable.
- High Quality and Purity: TUBALL™ nanotubes offer high purity, containing a minimum of 75% SWCNTs, less than 15% non-carbon impurities, and under 1% free metal particles, alongside a high G/D ratio of over 90.High Quality and Purity: TUBALL™ nanotubes offer high purity, containing a minimum of 75% SWCNTs, less than 15% non-carbon impurities, and under 1% free metal particles, alongside a high G/D ratio of over 90.
- Universal Additive with Minimal Impact: Graphene nanotubes serve as a universal additive, improving over 70% of basic materials with ultra-low dosages (starting from 0.01%) while preserving original color and mechanical properties.Universal Additive with Minimal Impact: Graphene nanotubes serve as a universal additive, improving over 70% of basic materials with ultra-low dosages (starting from 0.01%) while preserving original color and mechanical properties.
- Extensive Product Portfolio and Application Technologies: Beyond raw nanotubes, OCSiAl develops industry-friendly concentrates and dispersions (e.g., TUBALL™ MATRIX, TUBALL™ BATT, TUBALL™ COAT_E) that simplify integration into existing manufacturing processes without requiring changes in equipment or formulation.Extensive Product Portfolio and Application Technologies: Beyond raw nanotubes, OCSiAl develops industry-friendly concentrates and dispersions (e.g., TUBALL™ MATRIX, TUBALL™ BATT, TUBALL™ COAT_E) that simplify integration into existing manufacturing processes without requiring changes in equipment or formulation.
- Global Regulatory Compliance: The company's SWCNTs are registered under EU REACH regulations (authorized for up to 100 tonnes annually in Europe) and approved by the US EPA's Significant New Use Rule (SNUR) for unlimited tonnage in the US, ensuring broad market access.Global Regulatory Compliance: The company's SWCNTs are registered under EU REACH regulations (authorized for up to 100 tonnes annually in Europe) and approved by the US EPA's Significant New Use Rule (SNUR) for unlimited tonnage in the US, ensuring broad market access.
- Global Presence and R&D Network: OCSiAl maintains a global presence with offices and R&D centers across Europe, the Americas, and Asia, supporting customers and driving innovation worldwide.Global Presence and R&D Network: OCSiAl maintains a global presence with offices and R&D centers across Europe, the Americas, and Asia, supporting customers and driving innovation worldwide.
- Target Industries
- Electrochemical Power Sources: Lithium-ion batteries, anodes, cathodes, and EV batteries.Electrochemical Power Sources: Lithium-ion batteries, anodes, cathodes, and EV batteries.
- Composites: Thermoset composites and fiberglass composites.Composites: Thermoset composites and fiberglass composites.
- Plastics: Thermoplastics (PE, PP, ABS, PVC, Polyamide, Polycarbonate) and elastomers (EPDM, NBR, FKM, silicone, rubber materials).Plastics: Thermoplastics (PE, PP, ABS, PVC, Polyamide, Polycarbonate) and elastomers (EPDM, NBR, FKM, silicone, rubber materials).
- Coatings & Paints: Waterborne paints, anti-static coatings, and gelcoats.Coatings & Paints: Waterborne paints, anti-static coatings, and gelcoats.
- Automotive: Car manufacturers, tires, EV components, and car battery manufacturers.Automotive: Car manufacturers, tires, EV components, and car battery manufacturers.
- Aerospace: High-performance composites.Aerospace: High-performance composites.
- Construction: Concrete, building materials, and heating fabrics.Construction: Concrete, building materials, and heating fabrics.
- Electronics: Wearable sensors, consumer electronics, and semiconductors.Electronics: Wearable sensors, consumer electronics, and semiconductors.
- Textiles: Smart textiles, personal protective equipment (PPE), industrial textiles, medical fabrics, and protective workwear.Textiles: Smart textiles, personal protective equipment (PPE), industrial textiles, medical fabrics, and protective workwear.
- Oil & Gas: Industrial tanks.Oil & Gas: Industrial tanks.
- Packaging: Rigid anti-static and colored packaging.Packaging: Rigid anti-static and colored packaging.
- Healthcare: Functional prosthetics.Healthcare: Functional prosthetics.
- Mining:.Mining:.
- Major Markets
- China (Shenzhen, Shanghai, Hong Kong), South Korea, India, Japan, Malaysia, Taiwan, Sri LankaChina (Shenzhen, Shanghai, Hong Kong), South Korea, India, Japan, Malaysia, Taiwan, Sri Lanka
- Luxembourg (headquarters), UK, Germany, Russia, Serbia, ItalyLuxembourg (headquarters), UK, Germany, Russia, Serbia, Italy
- USA, Canada, MexicoUSA, Canada, Mexico
- AustraliaAustralia
- BrazilBrazil
- Certifications/Patents
- ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management System) certification.ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management System) certification.
- ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management System) certification.ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management System) certification.
- ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health and Safety Management System) certification (previously BS OHSAS 18001:2007).ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health and Safety Management System) certification (previously BS OHSAS 18001:2007).
- EU REACH regulation registration (allowing commercialization of up to 100 tonnes annually in Europe).EU REACH regulation registration (allowing commercialization of up to 100 tonnes annually in Europe).
- US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Significant New Use Rule (SNUR) approval (allowing unlimited tonnage in the US).US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Significant New Use Rule (SNUR) approval (allowing unlimited tonnage in the US).
- Compliance with German automotive industry standard VDA 6.3 audit.Compliance with German automotive industry standard VDA 6.3 audit.
- Over 120 patents and patent applications protecting intellectual property in more than 40 countries, including China, EU, Israel, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Canada, and the USA.Over 120 patents and patent applications protecting intellectual property in more than 40 countries, including China, EU, Israel, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Canada, and the USA.
- Recipient of the 2014 Frost & Sullivan North American Award for Technology Innovation for its SWCNT products and synthesis technology.Recipient of the 2014 Frost & Sullivan North American Award for Technology Innovation for its SWCNT products and synthesis technology.
- Recognized by the U.S. National Nanotechnology Initiative for its iNanoComm program in 2015.Recognized by the U.S. National Nanotechnology Initiative for its iNanoComm program in 2015.
- Achieved unicorn company status in 2019 with a valuation exceeding $1 billion, further valued at approximately $1.7 billion and $2 billion to $2.3 billion in 2021.Achieved unicorn company status in 2019 with a valuation exceeding $1 billion, further valued at approximately $1.7 billion and $2 billion to $2.3 billion in 2021.
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