US-based Westlake Innovations Inc, a subsidiary of Westlake Corporation, has invested in Universal Matter Inc, which has pioneered and patented Flash Joule Heating (FJH) technology that allows for industrial-scale upcycling of carbon waste streams into graphene and graphitised carbon. Terms were not…
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OCSiAl opens first European graphene nanotube production facility
OCSiAl, the global leader in graphene nanotube technology, has opened its first European production facility. The facility, located in Serbia will produce Tuballt nanotubes and nanotube-based products, marking a significant step forward in integrating nanomaterials into various industries. More than…
Graphene nanotubes power thermal cameras for firefighters
Hungarian electro-optical systems manufacturer Medirlab has expanded its production line with an explosion-proof thermal camera to meet the demands of firefighters in the most challenging environments. The enhanced ATEX safety is achieved by integrating Luxembourg-headquartered OCSiAl’s Tuball graphene nanotubes in…
Graphene from tyre waste can reinforce concrete
Scientists from the Texas-based Rice University have optimised a process to convert waste rubber tyres into graphene that can be used to strengthen concrete. Using a green technology called the “flash” process introduced by the Rice University lab of chemist…