This collaboration, formalized through a Phase 1 project proposal, marks a significant step in Argo's expansion into the green concrete market through its subsidiary, Argo Green Concrete Solutions Inc., leveraging bio-graphene technology to create stronger, more sustainable concrete products.
Scott Smale, Director of Argo Living Soils Corp. with over 20 years of experience in sustainable technology development, stated, "We are thrilled to partner with Graphene Leaders Canada to pioneer graphene concrete solutions. This agreement is a critical step toward revolutionizing the construction industry with greener, stronger materials. We anticipate advancing to a feasibility study within three months to evaluate the commercial potential of this technology."
Under the terms of the Phase 1 R&D agreement, Argo will fund GLC a CAD$100,000 (around USD$724,500) project to design, produce, and test preliminary GNP formulations for ready-mix concrete, with a focus on evaluating improvements in durability through an independent material testing lab.
The project, set to commence May 2025, aims to establish a proof-of-concept formulation that enhances key performance properties of concrete. Both parties have committed to leveraging their respective expertise-GLC's advanced graphene solution and production capabilities and Argo's sustainable technology innovations to achieve the project's objectives, with results guiding future phases of development.
This is not the first collaboration between Argo and GLC - they already signed a Memorandum of Understanding with an intent to establish a joint venture in December 2023.
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