TMTP Labs

TMTP Labs Inc., a New Orleans-based nanotechnology company established in 2021, is focused on the production and application of pristine graphene. The company was co-founded by Matt Kelly (CEO & Chairman), Seann Robbins (President & CTO), and Tim Rustine (Inventor). The founding team combines diverse expertise; Kelly has a background in law enforcement and crime scene investigation, Robbins is a chemist with experience in materials research, and Rustine is an engineering generalist with experience as a Navy nuclear submarine plant operator and in rocket engine testing for NASA.

TMTP Labs has developed a patented, top-down production method for exfoliating graphite into graphene that is both scalable and environmentally friendly, requiring only water, graphite, and electricity. This unique "ice milling" technique involves mixing a graphite solution with ice to separate carbon layers, resulting in a chemically pristine graphene powder that avoids the oxidation common in other methods. The company currently produces graphene on a kilogram scale for customer research and testing, with stated plans to increase production capacity to 20 metric tons annually.

The business model centers on supplying this high-quality graphene as an additive to enhance industrial materials. TMTP Labs works directly with companies to integrate its graphene into their products, acting as an innovation and integration partner. Key target markets include composites, plastics, concrete, batteries, and energy generation. For example, trials have shown that a 1% loading of their graphene can increase the tensile strength of epoxy by over 400%. The company has entered into a cooperative research agreement with Intralox, a global manufacturer of conveyor belts, to improve the durability, strength, and wear resistance of plastic components. Other collaborations include partnerships with the Advanced Materials Research Institute (AMRI) and the Louisiana Additive Manufacturing Association (LAMA).

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