At the end of the world …
An Advanced Materials Technology Platform
At the end of the world
An Advanced Materials Technology PlatformFrozen Dirt
J. Gordon McGill Managing Partner
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The Problem - PollutionWith No Comprehensive Solution, Until Now!
Initial Problems to Address
PollutionInefficiencyWasteSustainabilityHazards
Oil Spill
1 Bn / YGal. In U.S.
Ineffective and Wasteful Solutions
Low Insulating EfficiencyInsulating Materials
Not Fire-resistant nor Biodegradable
Multiple ApplicationsFarming Materials
Multiple FertilizersTime Release Fertilizers Require
Packaging Solutions NeedPackaging Protection
Chemical AbsorbentFlame Resistant
Adverse Rheological PropertiesMasterbatchTraditional Additives Do Not Disperse Well
Environmental Problems
Materials PollutionToxicityManufacturing WasteRecyclingBlowing Agents RegulatoryIssues
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Open-cell Foam-like Materials
Green processAbsorbentBiodegradableCustomizableFire Retardant
Clean OceansEfficient HomesSustainable FarmingSafe PackagesSmart PelletsInsulationBiodegradableFlame RetardantMasterbatchAbsorption
A Platform Solution
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Green Manufacturing
PolymerClayWater
Lab Process
Polymer and Clay Controlled Freezingand Freeze-Drying
ClayPolymer SolutionGelFreezing ProcessLow Density
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"Frozen-Dirt"
Controlled FreezingFreezing Affects Morphology and Performance
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Polymer Affects Morphology and Performance
Materials Selections
PVOH/clayPolyimide-amide/clayCasein/clayPVOH/clay
Current Applications
FoamPelletSponge
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Cleaning the OceanSuper Sponge
50x Absorption20x Cycles90% Efficiency
Oil Cleanup
Flame Resistant
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Masterbatch
Active IngredientAeroClay WrapperImmediateSlow-Release
There and Back Again by EconomistA Sublime New Sustainable Option for Protective Packaging by Packaging Digest3 Future Oil-spill Fighters: Sponges, Superbugs, and Herders by National GeographicMedia Attention
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A Technology Platform
Sustainable FarmingSmart PelletsClean OceansEfficient HomesSafe Packages
Market Opportunity
Polyurethane FoamsOther Foams & AlternativesPolystyrene FoamsGlobal Market$130 Bn2018
Initial Markets
14 BnEnvironmental Cleanup10 BnInsulation7 BnMasterbatch6 BnPackaging3 BnOil Cleanup
Foam Component
Sustainable RevenueChannelsDirectLicensingCustomersProducts
Product to Commercialization
PremiumIndustrialFoamSpongePellet
Whats NextSimultaneous FocusEngineeringDesignScalableManufacturingDistributionChannels
Patented TechnologyExclusive Global License
US - 5Canada - 5Europe - 5Japan - 1Additional Patent Applications Pending
team
Darryl L. KelinskeManaging PartnerJ. Gordon McGillManaging PartnerDr. Yuxin WangChief Commercial OfficerProf. David A. SchiraldiScience Advisor
Ocean ExchangeUse of FundsAmountEquipment rent$ 50,000Building Rent$ 15,000Laboratory Technician$ 25,000Laboratory Materials$ 10,000Total Use of Funds$100,000
StewardshipBusiness is constantly changing, what remains is our commitment to healthy, equitable and desirable behaviors in our company, our community and our environment.
Equitable DesirableHealthy
Open CollaborationLike-minded People50+Companies10+Countries
Singular Impact - Exponential Returns
Translating Sustainability Into Valueaeroclay.com
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