Modumetal

What Modumetal does

• Develops nanolaminated metal alloys that are grown onto base materials using a proprietary electrochemical process.
• Delivers materials with superior strength, durability, corrosion resistance and other enhanced properties compared to conventional metals.
• Brings nanoscale materials to industrial-scale applications in both above-surface and subsurface environments.

Nanolaminated metals technology

• Modumetal uses proprietary chemistry and processes to control the metallic structure at the nanolayer scale.
• Alloys are built up atom by atom with different stacking sequences and layer thicknesses, creating nanolayered structures.
• This enables improved toughness, strength, thermal properties and corrosion resistance relative to conventional metals.

Scalable, cost-efficient manufacturing

• Modumetal's nanolamination manufacturing process is designed to be integrated with existing industrial electroplating infrastructure.
• A standard Zn-Ni electroplating line can be upgraded with minimal additional investment to support Modumetal's technology.
• The goal is to deliver improved material performance while remaining cost-competitive with conventional metals at industrial scale.

Environmental and sustainability focus

• The nanolamination process is designed to be environmentally friendly and sustainable.
• Benefits described by Modumetal include reduced waste streams, better capacity utilization and lower energy consumption compared with conventional approaches.
• The technology is positioned to extend service life of components and structures, supporting more sustainable use of materials.

Company history (selected milestones)

• 2006 – Modumetal was co-founded by Christina Lomasney and John Whitaker to advance a new class of nanolaminated metals, based on a patented electrochemical process for producing nanolaminated metal alloys.
• 2011 – Independent laboratory testing for corrosion mitigation was completed and full-scale field trials began, including safety-critical applications. Pilot manufacturing lines were scaled up to support these field trials, and Modumetal's performance claims were validated by certified test laboratories and end customers.
• 2018 – Customers in industries such as oil and gas, engineering/procurement/construction (EPC) and marine products added NanoGalv® products to their specifications. NanoGalv® outperformed existing approved products in both performance and cost. Field testing continued in safety-critical applications and in comparison with conventional alloys.
• 2020 – Modumetal engaged an experienced leadership team in sales, manufacturing and finance to support growth, and completed construction and commissioning of an automated production facility in Houston, Texas to produce NanoGalv® products at industrial scale.
• 2021–2025 – Modumetal supported the automotive industry, subjecting NanoGalv® to standard automotive tests (including PV-1209, coefficient of friction testing per ISO 16047, and embrittlement testing per ASTM F519) and reports successfully passing these tests at a 5 μm thickness. NanoGalv® has been evaluated alongside conventional ZnNi coatings and reported to outperform them. In May 2024, Lamons purchased Modumetal's Houston production facility; Lamons' ModuCoatings division is a Modumetal licensee that has seen sales to the oil and gas industry grow, particularly for demanding offshore requirements. Modumetal has also developed the NanoPro® system to help control production lines and has established additional licensees prepared for further growth.

Global operations

• Modumetal positions its nanolaminated alloy technologies as ready for industrial-scale application around the globe.
• The company works with licensees and industrial partners to bring the technology into high-performance, corrosion-sensitive applications worldwide.

• Phone (North America): +1 888-286-8163
• Email: sales@modumetal.com

These contacts can be used for sales inquiries and general questions about Modumetal's technologies and products.

Corporate office, research and demonstration facility

Modumetal, Inc. Corporate Office, Research and Demonstration Facility 20124 Broadway Ave Building A102 Snohomish, WA 98296 United States

European contact

Modumetal lists the following contact details for inquiries in Europe:

• Address: Eschenbroichstraße 52, 51469 Bergisch Gladbach, Germany
• Email: peter.messing@modumetal.com
• Phone: +49 (0) 178-3014426

Global operations

• Modumetal indicates that its technologies are ready for industrial‑scale application around the globe and works with licensees and partners in multiple regions.
• For region‑specific questions, prospective customers are encouraged to start with the general sales contact listed above, who can route inquiries appropriately.

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• NanoGalv® coatings have been tested and field‑trialed on fasteners and connectors.
• These systems are used in corrosive and high‑strength applications where both mechanical performance and corrosion resistance are important.

Offshore, coastal and marine environments

• NanoGalv® is in commercial use on offshore platforms and other coastal facilities.
• Modumetal's technologies target use in marine and coastal environments where saltwater exposure and harsh weather drive aggressive corrosion.

Oil, gas and energy sectors

• Modumetal reports adoption of NanoGalv® products by customers in oil and gas and EPC (engineering, procurement and construction) businesses.
• Licensees such as the Lamons ModuCoatings division serve oil and gas customers, including demanding offshore requirements.

Subsurface tubulars and couplings

• NanoPlex® is described as a development‑stage system for protecting industrial tubulars and couplings from wear and corrosion.
• It is designed to nanolaminate carbon steel as an alternative to stainless steels in subsurface applications, with the goal of improving total operating cost and performance.

Infrastructure and long‑life structures

• ModuGalv® technology has been field trialed for infrastructure-related applications.
• It is aimed at extending service life and improving corrosion protection of infrastructure components.

Automotive industry

• Modumetal has subjected NanoGalv® to standard automotive tests (including PV-1209, coefficient of friction per ISO 16047 and embrittlement testing per ASTM F519) and reports successfully passing these tests at 5 μm on relevant test parts.
• NanoGalv® has been evaluated alongside conventional ZnNi coatings and reported to outperform them in these evaluations.

Global deployment

• Modumetal positions its technologies as ready for industrial‑scale application around the globe.
• The company works through its own facilities and licensees to support deployment across multiple industries and regions.

NanoGalv®

• NanoGalv® is a zinc–nickel nanolaminate coating system designed for corrosive and high-strength applications.
• It can be used as a drop‑in replacement for cadmium, conventional galvanize, epoxy and PTFE coatings in suitable applications.
• NanoGalv® has undergone extensive testing and field trials on fasteners and connectors.
• It is in commercial use in offshore platforms and other coastal facilities where corrosion resistance and reliable performance are critical.

NanoPlex®

• NanoPlex® is a nickel–cobalt nanolaminate technology.
• It is being deployed commercially to address corrosion and wear resistance in subsurface applications.
• NanoPlex® is designed to nanolaminate carbon steel materials as an alternative to using stainless steels, with the aim of improving both cost and performance.
• It is targeted at applications where corrosion, wear performance and sulfide stress cracking have a significant impact on operating budgets.

ModuGalv®

• ModuGalv® is a nanolaminate technology that has been field trialed to address corrosion and extend service life in infrastructure-related applications.
• It is intended for use where long-term corrosion protection and durability of infrastructure components are required.

Shared benefits across the product line

Across these product families, Modumetal's nanolaminated materials aim to:

• Provide dramatically improved corrosion performance compared with conventional coatings.
• Enhance wear resistance and, where relevant, high-temperature performance.
• Extend the service life of coated parts and structures, improving lifecycle cost and reducing maintenance frequency.
• Integrate into existing industrial finishing and manufacturing processes where feasible.

Modumetal describes a commitment to consistently providing technology and chemistry that meet or exceed customer expectations and applicable requirements.

Key elements of the stated Quality Management System include:

• Customer focus – An explicit focus on meeting or exceeding customer expectations.
• Conformance to requirements – A commitment to complying with customer specifications, legal and regulatory requirements, and the ISO 9001 standard.
• Continuous improvement – Ongoing efforts to improve processes and outcomes.
• Prevention of defects – Emphasis on proactive measures to avoid quality issues before they occur.

Laboratory testing and independent validation

• Modumetal completed independent laboratory testing of its products for corrosion mitigation prior to broad commercial deployment.
• The company reports using certified test laboratories as well as validation by end customers.

Field trials and long‑term performance

• Following lab testing, Modumetal initiated full‑scale field trials, including in safety‑critical applications.
• Pilot manufacturing lines were scaled to support multi‑year field trials.
• Some corrosion‑mitigation trials are described as having timelines projected to extend for many decades.

Automotive and industry-standard testing

• Modumetal reports that NanoGalv® has been subjected to automotive industry standard tests such as PV-1209, coefficient of friction testing per ISO 16047 and embrittlement testing per ASTM F519.
• The company reports successfully passing these tests at a 5 μm coating thickness.
• In comparative evaluations, NanoGalv® has been reported to outperform conventional ZnNi coatings in relevant test conditions.

Performance goals

Across its product portfolio, Modumetal's performance-related goals include:

• Extending component and structure service life in corrosive and high‑wear environments.
• Reducing maintenance needs and lifecycle costs where suitable.
• Providing consistent, repeatable coating quality through controlled nanolamination processes.

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