Technology has always been at the heart of progress, but true innovation happens at the smallest scale—at the atomic level. At the forefront of this revolution stands Forge Nano, a company that has mastered the art of engineering materials at the atomic level. Through its proprietary Atomic Armor^™ nanocoating technology, Forge Nano is redefining manufacturing processes, enhancing product performance, and shaping a more sustainable future.

Forge Nano has established itself as a global leader in materials science, harnessing Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) technology to enhance the physical and chemical properties of materials. With a vision to "build better materials to build a better world," the company is committed to revolutionizing industries that rely on advanced material performance. Whether it's extending the lifespan of batteries, improving semiconductor efficiency, or enhancing the reliability of pharmaceuticals, Forge Nano’s ALD technology offers solutions that push the boundaries of what is possible.

At its core, Forge Nano is driven by innovation, ingenuity, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. The company believes that materials define the capabilities of products, and by refining materials at the atomic level, the potential for advancement is limitless.

Atomic Armor^™: Revolutionizing Material Science with ALD Technology

Forge Nano’s proprietary Atomic Armor^™ is a breakthrough in nanocoating technology, enabling the precise engineering of material surfaces atom-by-atom. This innovation enhances durability, efficiency, and sustainability, offering a significant competitive advantage to industries reliant on high-performance materials. With Atomic Armor^™, products last longer, perform better, and require fewer resources, ultimately leading to a more sustainable and cost-effective manufacturing landscape.

Through meticulous research and development, Forge Nano has successfully applied its ALD technology across a variety of industries, including energy storage, electronics, aerospace, and pharmaceuticals. The impact of this technology is profound—batteries that charge faster and last longer, semiconductors that operate more efficiently, and medical materials that deliver enhanced performance.

Comprehensive ALD Solutions: From Innovation to Commercialization

Forge Nano is more than just a technology provider; it is a total ALD solutions company. With an end-to-end approach, the company supports its clients from initial research to full-scale manufacturing. Its extensive portfolio includes state-of-the-art ALD equipment, materials optimization, manufacturing support, and logistics—ensuring that every stage of the development process is backed by expertise and innovation.

Forge Nano’s ALD equipment is designed to apply precision atomic coatings onto a wide range of materials, including semiconductor wafers, powders, and complex objects. These solutions cater to industries requiring high-performance coatings for microelectronics, energy storage, and advanced manufacturing applications.

The company's portfolio includes:

• THEIA & TEPHRA – Cutting-edge ALD equipment for semiconductor wafer coating, delivering precision at both R&D and commercial scales.
• PANDORA, PROMETHEUS & LITHOS – High-accuracy ALD solutions for powder coating applications, essential for industries relying on high surface-area materials.
• Object Coating Equipment – Specialized systems designed to coat complex objects and substrates, enhancing their durability and performance.

With these state-of-the-art systems, Forge Nano provides the tools necessary for companies to integrate ALD technology seamlessly into their production lines, enabling them to enhance product performance and achieve long-term sustainability goals.

Driving ALD from Concept to Commercialization

Beyond its advanced equipment, Forge Nano offers comprehensive services to support the integration and optimization of ALD technology. These services ensure that clients can fully leverage the power of ALD from early-stage research to large-scale production.

• Proof of Concept – The company’s technical team collaborates with clients to test and validate ALD applications on selected materials, ensuring feasibility and efficiency.
• Development & Customization – Forge Nano fine-tunes ALD coatings and processes, optimizing them for specific industry needs to maximize product performance.
• Toll Coating & Manufacturing Support – With ISO-compliant production facilities, Forge Nano provides large-scale ALD processing for companies looking to scale their innovations.
• Maintenance & Support – Ongoing service contracts ensure that ALD equipment continues to perform at peak efficiency, minimizing downtime and maximizing output.

By offering these integrated services, Forge Nano empowers businesses to adopt ALD technology with confidence, knowing they have a trusted partner guiding them every step of the way.

Shaping a Sustainable Future with Advanced Materials

The impact of Forge Nano’s work extends far beyond technological advancement—it is fundamentally about sustainability. By optimizing materials at the atomic level, the company helps industries reduce waste, lower energy consumption, and improve product longevity. The result is a future where resources are used more efficiently, manufacturing processes are cleaner, and the overall environmental footprint is minimized.

As industries worldwide search for ways to meet growing sustainability demands, Forge Nano’s ALD solutions offer a clear path forward. Whether it’s extending the lifespan of lithium-ion batteries to reduce electronic waste, enhancing semiconductor reliability to drive efficiency, or improving protective coatings to minimize material degradation, the company is leading the charge toward a cleaner, more efficient world.

The Ardent Visionary behind Forge Nano’s Success

Dr. Paul Lichty is the Founder and CEO of Forge Nano. He is an inventor of the high throughput ALD patent and founder of FN. Paul has a broad technical background that has allowed him to be co-inventor on over half a dozen patents. Paul’s leadership and organizational experience has helped him to run FN’s operations while developing the technology through 3 prototype stages, up to the current commercial scale.

Paul received his PhD in Chemical Engineering and bachelor’s Mechanical Engineering from the University of Colorado.

“Using our Atomic Armor^™ technology, we engineer the surface of raw materials atom-by-atom, strengthening their properties and improving product performance.”