Versarien is an IP-led advanced engineering materials group that utilises proprietary technology to create innovative engineering solutions. Versarien holds more than 130 patents covering areas including the manufacture and use of GRMs in multiple sectors. This talk will elaborate on our commercialisation efforts in two focus markets, leisure and construction, underpinned by rigorous scientific research working with a number of academic partners.

In the leisure sector, we have launched Graphene-Wear™, graphene ink formulations developed to enhance thermal and moisture management of garments [1, 2]. This technology has gained significant traction in Europe and the Americas, most recently Versarien’s Graphene-Wear™ has been launched by Umbro in their ProTraining Elite range. In the construction sector, we have developed CementeneTM , a water-based graphene admixture that offers a low carbon concrete alternative; in the last 18 months, Versarien and its partners have poured more than 1000 tonnes of graphene enhanced concrete [3], demonstrating up to 20% reduction of cement usage whilst maintaining structural performance. Versarien is also pioneering 3d concrete printed applications [4] with successful work supplying the UK government agency National Highways in manufacturing a 3d printed headwall with significantly reduced steel reinforcement. This project represented the first use of 3d printing in the UK’s highways sector and another key demonstration to support the progression to Net Zero construction.

[1] S. A. Hodge et al. “Graphene-Wear Textiles”, White Paper (2022)
[2] www.graphene-wear.com
[3] S. A. Hodge et al. “Graphene for the construction sector”, White Paper (2021)
[4] www.versarienproducts.co.uk/3d-printed-concrete