Posted by admin on Nov 22, 2020 in NEWS, PRESS | Comments Off on F1: Nanoprom launches the carbon thermal barrier
Gian Luca Falleti researchers have experimented in the Nanoprom Chemicals laboratory a new product that allows to change the known concepts on the protection of surfaces from a heat source. Grazie al Polysil Thermal Shield 2.8 it will be possible to reduce the temperature generated by a live flame up to 65%. We will see single-seaters with smaller radiators and fireproof clothing that can last longer in the flames?
In Formula 1 Nanoprom has made a name for itself thanks to Polysil, the black silicon nanotechnology that already in 2014 it was adopted by many teams to improve the thermal transmittance of the rim and help bring the tires into the right working window.
Some time has passed since then, but the dynamic company from Sassuolo has evolved and made large investments in the field of chemistry, so much so that now it is ready to revolutionize not only the world of Grand Prix with a solution destined to cause much discussion.
The researchers of Gian Luca Falleti, indeed, have studied in the laboratory of Nanoprom Chemicals a new product destined to change the concepts known up to now on the protection of surfaces from a heat source.
Grazie al Polysil Thermal Shield 2.8 today it is possible to reduce the temperature generated by an open flame up to 65%, by changing the approaches to cooling and safety fees in an endless field of applications.
Falleti worked on the most difficult materials to treat such as carbon and glass composite fibers, not to mention kevlar and nomex too.
Carbon fiber subjected to high temperatures usually loses its characteristics of great stiffness and delaminates. The experimental data that are emerging, instead, they are simply amazing, so much so that the Nanoprom solution is obtaining approvals for use in the aerospace field.
Deeply impregnating carbon is one of the problems faced, since it is difficult to convey the material between one fiber and another. Through a pre-treatment with a process developed by Nanoprom, the technicians were able to penetrate the carbon fibers with their product, eliminating the 100% epoxy resins.
What an advantage it has given? Having an extraordinary resistance to flame unthinkable until today.
“A carbon bulkhead of 4 layers - explains Gian Luca Falleti – has the ability to break down the heat exchange of the 65% and has a resistance of over 100 minutes over a direct flame. The first thing that was noticed experimentally was the total lack of smoke generated by the compound. If the flame temperature has reached almost 700 degrees, on the upper wall of the carbon bulkhead the i 300 degrees after half an hour of exposure to the heat source ".
How did you get these results in the lab?
“After laminating the carbon with our silicon resin with some bonds that are obviously top secret, we introduced it into the plasma machine and with the high vacuum we were able to eliminate all forms of solvent that, otherwise, it could feed the flame and make our protection ineffective ".
“Thanks to Plasmatech and our collaborators we have managed to obtain a great result not only on carbon, but also on the glass fiber which can achieve an important structural seal. With the Polysil Thermal Shield there is no carbon delamination: the plot remains unchanged, without damage or creasing of the fibers. Not only that, but there is no heat propagation, so the high temperature is limited to the area immediately facing the flame, but it does not extend to the lamina ".
Test with carbon sheet treated by Nanoprom and exposed to open flame: the heat of 700 degrees does not propagate
You have also experimented with 2 layers of kevlar e 4 by nomex, 2 for part to cover and what results have emerged?
"That after 1 minute the surface subjected to direct flame maintained a temperature of 40 degrees, which then only rose to 80 degrees later 2 minutes and stabilized around 100 degrees upon expiry of 3 minutes ".
It is inevitable to immediately think about the fireproof clothing of the pilots that only thanks to a different treatment could allow much longer rescue times in the event of an accident without the driver reporting any burns due to flames or heat.!
But remaining in the field of F1 one would think how miniaturized the cooling systems of the power unit could be, reducing the radiant masses to the advantage of a lower resistance to advancement e, then, higher top speed. Not only, but the heat shields are also used to "dress" the heat engine and promote better fluid dynamics inside the bellies. Therefore, in addition to reliability, performance could be sought.
Another sensitive area is that of the hybrid battery: the famous carbon "suitcase" located under the tank and the driver's seat could be even better protected and insulated, since it needs to be cooled. IS, here a direct connection with the automotive world is immediately opened. It will be interesting to understand who will be able to exploit this very innovative nanotechnology first ...
Posted by admin on Nov 22, 2020 in NEWS, PRESS | Comments Off on Nanoprom Chemicals wins the "Open Innovative PMI" award
The Reggio company was awarded by Bernoni Grant Thornthon for its masks "eco friendly" surgical procedures, that guarantee "a much lower impact than traditional ones".
Masks yes, but with particular attention to the environment. Thanks to this intuition, the Reggio companyNanoprom Chemicals, specialized in the production of light paints for different sectors (from submarines, to the aeronautics, to the Formula 1), was awarded thefourth edition of the Open Innovative PMI, the award that Bernoni Grant Thornthon (“member firm” di Grant Thornton International Ltd, network present in over 140 countries in the world) annually assigns to innovations from small and medium-sized Italian companies.
For the"Environmental Sustainability" category(the other categories awarded were “Research, innovation and digital "and" Resilience to covid-19 ", Lecce respectively assigned to a company and a Bolognese), Nanoprom Chemicals S.r.l. has established itself, as theofficial motivation, "For the design and manufacture of surgical masks with a much lower impact than traditional ones. Nanoprom Chemicals S.r.l. operates in the research and industrial application of nano materials and develops nanotechnologies at the service of highly specialized industries. He developed, for example, Polysil, material appreciated for its resistance and used in various sectors, from Formula1, to the naval industry, passing through the military ".
“We are very proud of this recognition - he commentsGianluca Falleti, founder and owner of Nanoprom Chemicals- because it gives credit to a project in which we have invested considerable resources since the coronavirus pandemic began. During the lockdown last spring, also our company, like so many others, had to partially rethink its business. We decided, in its time, to invest in research on masks, to create productive independence and innovation. There have been many developments in recent months. The recognition received refers to our single-ply surgical masks, which as such have aenvironmental impact 4 times less than traditional ones, as well as being lighter and ensuring greater comfort in breathing. In other words, 1 million of our masks impact like 4 millions of traditional ones, reducing the pollution of 75%.
The reduction of material for our masks is possible thanks to the research we have carried out on materials, developinga CE certified mask in polyester and cellulose, instead of polypropylene like the traditional ones ".
The news from Nanoprom Chemicals does not end there. Still on the subject of masks, the Reggio company has developed a "antiviral stamp”Which allows healthcare personnel (medici, nurses) to wear only FFP2 masks without an additional surgical mask. FFP2 are in fact defined "opportunist masks", because they don't let in viruses and bacteria but they let everything out. Hence the need, usually, to associate them with the surgical masks. The Nanoprom "stamp", instead, being treated with a special antibacterial and antiviral paint already certified by the Mirandola Technopole (MO), allows you to avoid having to use the surgical template, with the result of greater lightness for the wearer (0,5 grams against 3,5 grams) and an environmental impact 8 times less than traditional protection.
“Our research on masks does not stop - concludes Falleti - so much so that other important news on this subject are imminent. Currently, like Nanoprom we are able to produce 2,5 millions of masks per month and our promotion continues throughout Italy, which provides the masks at the price of 0,40 cents each (instead of i 0,50 cents of the "political" price) is, for families, free from the third child onwards ". For more information: vendite@nanoprom.it
Nanoprom Chemicals was born in 2011 in Sant’Antonio di Casalgrande (Reggio Emilia) on initiative
by the entrepreneur Gianluca Falleti. Right from the start, the company specialized in the study and development of nanomaterials and light paints. Shortly after its foundation, Nanoprom Chemicals launches Polysil, internationally awarded product (Qualitec Award 2011 al Seatec) and still used worldwide for the protection of polymer-based surfaces (gelcoat and paints), metals, alloys and glass. Today, Nanoprom is a leading supplier of light coatings and nanomaterials in several sectors, by the aeronautics, to the marina, to the Formula 1.
Posted by admin on Nov 17, 2020 in EVENTS, NEWS, PRESS | Comments Off on NANOPRO, reward the "light" masks
The company specializing in paint production has reconverted production and won the podium of the Open Innovative SMEs
by GIANPAOLO ANNESE
'Light' masks, more comfortable to wear and less polluting when thrown away. Thanks to this intuition, the company Nanoprom Chemicals of the Sassuolo entrepreneur Gianluca Falleti, specialized in the production of light paints for different sectors (from submarines, to the aeronautics, to the Formula 1), was awarded the fourth edition of the Open Innovative SMEs, the award that Bernoni Grant Thornthon (‘member firm’ di Grant Thornton International Ltd, network present in over 140 countries in the world) annually assigns to innovations from small and medium-sized Italian companies. For the 'Environmental Sustainability' category Nanoprom Chemicals has established itself, as the official motivation states, "For the design and manufacture of surgical masks with a much lower impact than traditional ones".
Falleti himself expresses pride in the recognition, founder and owner of the company.
“During the lockdown last spring, also our company, like so many others, he had to partially rethink his business - he explains - We decided, in its time, to invest in research on masks, to create productive independence and innovation. There have been many developments in recent months ".
The recognition received refers to single-ply surgical masks, "Which have an environmental impact 4 times less than traditional ones, as well as being lighter and ensuring greater comfort in breathing. In other words, 1 million of our masks impact like 4 millions of traditional ones, reducing pollution by 75% ". A reduction of material possible thanks to “the research we have carried out on materials, developing a CE certified mask in polyester and cellulose, instead of polypropylene ".
But the news from Nanoprom Chemicals does not end there. Still on the subject of masks, the company based in Sant’Antonio di Casalgrande has developed an 'antiviral stamp' that allows healthcare personnel (medici, nurses) to wear only FFP2 masks without an additional surgical mask.
"FFP2 are in fact defined" opportunistic masks ", because they don't let in viruses and bacteria but they let everything out. Hence the need, usually, to associate them with the surgical masks. The Nanoprom 'stamp', instead, being treated with a special antibacterial and antiviral paint already certified by the Mirandola Technopole, allows you to avoid having to use the surgical template, with the result of greater lightness for the wearer (0,5 grams against 3,5 grams) and an environmental impact 8 times less than traditional protection ".
Posted by admin on Nov 17, 2020 in EVENTS, NEWS, PRESS | Comments Off on Nanoprom Chemicals awarded for innovative masks
The masks must be used, but it does not necessarily mean that they must be harmful to the environment. Thanks to this intuition, the Reggio companyNanoprom Chemicals, specialized in the production of light paints for different sectors (from submarines, to the aeronautics, to the Formula 1), was awarded the fourth edition of the Open Innovative PMI, the award that Bernoni Grant Thornthon (“member firm” di Grant Thornton International Ltd, network present in over 140 countries in the world) annually assigns to innovations from small and medium Italian companies.Nanoprom won in the "Environmental Sustainability" category with the official motivation: “for the design and manufacture of surgical masks with a much lower impact than traditional ones”.
The company was founded in 2011 in Sant’Antonio di Casalgrande (Reggio Emilia) on the initiative ofentrepreneur Gianluca Falleti, specializing in the study and development of nanomaterials and light paints. Lancia Polysil, internationally awarded product (Qualitec Award 2011 al Seatec) and still used worldwide for the protection of polymer-based surfaces (gelcoat and paints), metals, alloys and glass. Today, Nanoprom is a leading supplier of light coatings and nanomaterials in several sectors, by the aeronautics, to the marina, to the Formula 1.
"We are very proud of this recognition", comments Gianluca Falleti, founder and owner of the company, “Because it gives credit to a project in which we have invested considerable resources, ever since the coronavirus pandemic began. We decided, in its time, to invest in research on masks, to create productive independence and innovation. There have been many developments in recent months. The recognition received refers to our single-ply surgical masks, which as such have an environmental impact four times lower than traditional ones, as well as being lighter and ensuring greater comfort in breathing. The reduction of material for our masks is possible thanks to the research we have carried out on materials, developing a CE certified mask in polyester and cellulose, instead of polypropylene like the traditional ones ".
The news from Nanoprom Chemicals does not end there. Still on the subject of masks, the Reggio companyhas developed an "antiviral stamp" thatallows healthcare personnel (medici, nurses) to wear only FFP2 maskswithout an additional surgical mask. FFP2 are in fact defined "opportunist masks", because they don't let in viruses and bacteria but they let everything out. Hence the need, usually, to associate them with the surgical masks.Ithe "stamp" Nanoprom, instead, beingtreated with a special antibacterial and antiviral paint already certified by the Mirandola Technopole (MO), allows you to avoid having to use the surgical template, resulting ingreater lightness for the wearer (0,5 grams against 3,5 grams) isan environmental impact eight times lower than a traditional protection.
“Our research on masks does not stop”, conclude Falleti, “So much so that other important news on this issue are imminent. Currently, like Nanoprom we are able to produce 2,5 millions of masks per month and continues theour promotion valid throughout Italy, which provides the masks at the price of 0,40 cents each (instead of i 0,50 cents of the 'political' price) is, for families, free from the third child onwards ". For more information: vendite@nanoprom.it
Posted by admin on Nov 16, 2020 in EVENTS, NEWS, PRESS | Comments Off on Nanoprom Chemicals ranked first in the "environmental sustainability" category
The company Nanoprom Chemicals S.r.l.. ranks first in the 4th edition of the "Open Innovative PMI Award", event conceived and organized by Grant Thornton with the aim of rewarding innovative Italian SMEs. The company has distinguished itself in the "Environmental Sustainability" category for the design and manufacture of surgical masks with a much lower impact than traditional ones.
Nanoprom Chemicals S.r.l. operates in the research and industrial application of nano materials and develops nanotechnologies at the service of highly specialized industries. He developed, for example, Polysil, material appreciated for its resistance and used in various sectors, from Formula1, to the naval industry, passing through the military field. It has been part of the Innovative SMEs since June 2018.
"The company is honored to receive this recognition which testifies to the commitment it has made to deal with the Covid emergency, starting with the production of low cost masks when it was a problem to find them on the market, up to the commitment in the search for innovative solutions to support the community in slowing the spread of the infection - comments Gian Luca Falleti, Nanoprom Chemicals CEO - Last, but not least, the commitment to research that was carried out with a project funded by the region for the design of adhesive films with an antiviral surface, which applied to commonly used surfaces drastically reduce the viral load of the Sars Covid-19 virus, significantly reducing the possibility of spreading the infection. Thanks - concludes Falleti - to all the Nanoprom staff who have made this possible with commitment and professionalism at work, special thanks to Eng. Luciano Macera and Dr. Luisa Pecorari who supported the company in the research and development of innovative products ".
During the award ceremony, the 4th edition of the report of the Open Innovative PMI Observatory was also presented, created by Grant Thornton in collaboration with the University of Pisa, an analysis that frames the continuum trend of Italian Innovative SMEs and which highlighted Emilia-Romagna at a high 57 new Innovative SMEs registered in the appropriate Register between 2019 and the 2020, with the 10,05% of SMEs on the national total. In Reggio-Emilia alone they have been 6 new registered Innovative SMEs.
"We are very proud of this recognition", comments Gianluca Falleti, founder and owner of the company, “Because it gives credit to a project in which we have invested considerable resources, ever since the coronavirus pandemic began. We decided, in its time, to invest in research on masks, to create productive independence and innovation. There have been many developments in recent months. The recognition received refers to our single-ply surgical masks, which as such have an environmental impact four times lower than traditional ones, as well as being lighter and ensuring greater comfort in breathing. The reduction of material for our masks is possible thanks to the research we have carried out on materials, developing a CE certified mask in polyester and cellulose, instead of polypropylene like the traditional ones ".
