HydroGraph launches Compounding Partner Program to expand graphene-enhanced thermoplastics
Through the establishment of a qualified network of partners, HydroGraph is building commercial availability of unreinforced and reinforced thermoplastic compounds that incorporate its Fractal Graphene material.
HydroGraph uses tensile testing machines (pictured) to validate the effectiveness of Fractal Graphene, certify partner performance and provide engineering-grade proof to OEMs and manufacturers in demanding industries. Source | HydroGraph
(Vancouver, BC, Canada), producer of high-purity graphene, has announced the launch of the Compounding Partner Program aimed at accelerating the adoption of its high-performance Fractal Graphene in unreinforced and fiber-reinforced thermoplastics.
The initiative establishes a qualified network of plastic compounders with demonstrated expertise in processing graphene-enhanced thermoplastic materials, with early partners already piloting new formulations across automotive and packaging sectors. Participants in the program will undergo a qualification process to ensure adherence to performance, quality and consistency benchmarks defined by HydroGraph’s technical lab.
“Establishing a select network of certified compounders enables HydroGraph to ensure consistent processing of Fractal Graphene at commercial scale,” says Kjirstin Breure, president and CEO of HydroGraph. “This initiative provides end customers with a vetted supply chain for sourcing graphene-enhanced compounds with confidence.”
Qualified partners will receive technical support, knowledge transfer and business referrals for commercial opportunities. The program is designed for compounders with advanced material capabilities, strong quality control systems and a track record in innovative product development.
Fractal Graphene is a turbostratic graphene material manufactured using HydroGraph’s patented detonation synthesis technology. Characterized by its 99.8% carbon purity and consistent morphology, the material’s fractal structure enables performance at addition rates 10 to 100 times lower than conventional graphene nanoplatelets, offering potential reductions in material use, cost and environmental impact. Unlike traditional forms of graphene, which often require high loadings that may affect processability or material properties, Fractal Graphene achieves mechanical and electrical enhancements at ultra-low concentrations. HydroGraph’s production method is designed to operate with low energy and carbon intensity compared to traditional manufacturing approaches.
HydroGraph’s certified compounding partners will support customers across industries seeking lighter, stronger and more sustainable materials, including automotive, construction, packaging, agriculture and textiles.
Plastic compounders interested in joining HydroGraph’s Compounding Partner Program can contact the company at partners@hydrograph.com.
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