Watch the insightful interview with Alexis Herrmann, Chairman at GRAPHENATON Technologies. In collaboration with Archetype Group, GRAPHENATON Technologies aims to leverage this new product and its applications for the sustainable journey of the construction industry.
Alexis brings up the impact of graphene, as well as the company’s groundbreaking approach to using graphene in the form of inks and their application by printing on polymer substrates.
A zero-carbon footprint is our ambition, and green building is our commitment. We are providing innovative solutions that bring together a sustainable construction environment.
Together, our collaborative effort seeks to transform the next generation of buildings, making them more efficient and sustainable!
Can you please introduce GRAPHENATON Technologies and the inspiration behind its inception? What motivated you to explore the potential of Graphene in particular?
In 2020, GRAPHENATON Technologies recognised the inadequacies of existing solutions and had the foresight to develop a technology that combines printed electronics with new materials, aiming to provide solutions that support the energy transition.
Graphene stood out due to its remarkable mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties, which were acknowledged by the Nobel Prize awarded in 2010. The challenge then, and still today, is its industrialisation.
GRAPHENATON Technologies’ technological innovation lies in using graphene in the form of inks and applying them through printing on polymer substrates. This process not only ensures the performance of graphene but also integrates it into industrial frameworks, something that no one else has achieved yet.
Can you elaborate on the innovative solutions that GRAPHENATON Technologies offers, especially in terms of combining printed electronics and 2D materials? How do these solutions differ from existing technologies in the market?
When everybody is digging for gold, it’s good to be in the pick and shovel business. By providing its innovative technology, GRAPHENATON Technologies makes the energy transition more efficient.
We develop solutions dedicated to housing, mobility, and energy production. Specifically:
Firstly, an innovative heating system based on new technology, more economical and less energy-consuming than current systems. The benefits are measured in money saved, increased comfort, and reduced CO2 emissions.
Secondly, electric-assist bicycles that eliminate the need for batteries and their recharging constraints while offering equivalent comfort.
Thirdly, innovative photovoltaic films that are silicon-free, lightweight, and flexible, allowing for a new approach to implementing photovoltaic production systems.
Graphene has been hailed as a revolutionary material since its discovery in 2004. In your opinion, what unique properties of Graphene make it a game-changer for the construction industry? Could you provide some examples of its applications?
Graphene will be everywhere, driving significant advances in both the construction and operation of buildings. Whether it’s optimizing smart home solutions, utilizing surfaces for electricity production, or enhancing materials.
Imagine entire building surfaces covered with photovoltaic films, ensuring energy self-sufficiency.
Imagine coordinated thermal regulation systems providing optimum comfort with maximum energy savings.
Now, imagine these innovations not just on a single building, but at the scale of a neighbourhood or a city, allowing you to monitor your energy needs.
This gives you a glimpse of what graphene can bring to the construction industry.
Could you share some details about the strategic partnership between GRAPHENATON Technologies and Archetype Group? What specific synergies do you anticipate from this collaboration?
Our company develops technologies that we provide to our clients through a B2B strategy: based on the specifications entrusted to us, we develop specific innovative solutions. Our expertise combines industrial know-how with patented technologies.
Archetype Group is an internationally renowned player in constructing remarkable buildings. Their partners must provide them with the latest and most efficient technologies. Our ambition is to be among Archetype Group’s key reference partners.
Looking ahead, what are your expectations for the future of Graphene in the construction industry? How do you see GRAPHENATON Technologies and Archetype Group contributing to this future?
In a world undergoing an energy transition, graphene is set to play a major role. Thanks to its exceptional properties, it will become increasingly prominent in the construction industry. Our vision is to deploy this technology globally in collaboration with Archetype Group, promoting international adoption and production. Together, we will transform construction, making buildings more efficient, technologically advanced, and sustainable.
