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| Re:Build Manufacturing | Kim Blair | VP Business Developmeny |
Large Business
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Other Energy Technologies
| Across the United States, Re:Build Manufacturing is a family of engineering and manufacturing businesses whose combined experience creates an industrial powerhouse that is greater than the sum of its parts. Re:Build has over 900,000 sq. ft. of design, engineering and manufacturing footprint with over 1100 employees, of which over 400 are engineers/technicians. Our expertise in operations management, product manufacturing, technical and engineering proficiency, and full product lifecycle management is changing the way industrial America does business. Close collaboration yields more value for the good of all—our customers, our employees, and the community—for the very long term.
Re:Build offers our partners a new model of American industrialization. We have combined a deliberate set of capabilities to enable local, and competitive, manufacturing for our customers. These capabilities are strengthened by our focused and ongoing deployment of continuous improvement, proprietary software and digital tools, and intense collaboration within the Re:Build ecosystem. Starting with concept development and product engineering, we work closely with our customers to develop a highly flexible manufacturing process to provide their most critical components and systems.
Re:Build provides design-build solutions for all systems within a glass batch plant, including unloading, storage, weighing, mixing, delivery, and charging. We collaborate with nearly every major glass OEM and have extensive knowledge of more than 100 batch houses across the United States and globally. In addition to greenfield and brownfield batch house capital project solutions, we offer value-added services, including batch house modernization workshops, batch house audits, and revitalization roadmaps. Our innovative solutions are designed to meet the unique challenges of the glass and ceramics industry and provide leading-edge operational efficiency, product quality, and total cost-of-ownership. |
| MA |
| Novi Research | Jonakee Reynolds | Vice President |
Small Business
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Other Energy Technologies
| Novi Research specializes in assisting with commercialization, by connecting the research to business goals so that the data can be used to inform actionable strategies that drive growth, spark innovation, and strengthen the long-term success of a business. Novi brings a powerful combination of market expertise, strategic insight, and data-driven methodologies to support comprehensive market needs assessments and commercialization strategies. With a long track record of proven experience, we help clients identify, segment, and effectively target key markets to unlock new opportunities and optimize growth. Our structured process ensures we find precise product market fit across the sectors with the greatest opportunities, and push new technologies into the marketplace.
Our approach integrates stakeholder interviews, precision data analysis, segmentation, and ethnographic research, followed by strategy workshops. This systematic process provides a comprehensive understanding of market dynamics, competitive landscapes, and strategic positioning, as well as streamlining the process through the RDD&D continuum. By leveraging our extensive experience, we deliver insights that highlight market size, growth potential, and optimal pathways for product-market fit. We take our work a step beyond traditional research, by facilitating connections with key stakeholders or first customers, ensuring market entry.
Novi Research is uniquely positioned to translate complex technical data into actionable market insights across a wide range of industries, including cleantech, consumer technology, healthcare, and AI. Our experience with both deep tech startups and established corporations enhances our ability to identify early market trends and develop strategies that are responsive to regulatory challenges and market shifts. Our team’s commitment to research and strategic follow-through empowers clients to move from data to action seamlessly, whether they are aiming for market entry, strategic partnerships, or long-term growth plans. We ensure each project’s success by aligning data-driven strategies with clear, actionable recommendations that maximize commercialization impact and outcomes.
We are looking to partner with technologies/companies to assist primarily with commercialization, or market needs assessment, although we are also well equipped to conduct primary research in the marketplace and gather necessary data. |
| CA |
| Boundless Impact & Analytics | Maria Camila Jaramillo | Senior Research Analyst |
Small Business
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Building Efficiency
| Boundless is a Federal and New York State-certified women-owned business specializing in industry research and environmental impact analytics. We employ a science-based, data-driven approach, grounded in Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methodology. Boundless delivers highly accurate and actionable industry and company analytics used to de-risk investment, manage environmental impact reporting, and differentiate products. The scores and metrics derived from our assessments are validated by our extensive network of over 1,000 external industry and/or scientific experts. Boundless has completed assessments of hundreds of clean-tech products and technologies across renewable energy, vacuum-insulated and aerogel-based Insulated Glass Units (IGU), building efficiency, and advanced materials, for all types of organizations, from federal entities to the most innovative start-ups.
Boundless can provide applicants with our extensive and customizable LCA services, including: ISO-Compliant LCA: Follows ISO guidelines (14040 & 14044) for LCA cradle-to-grave modeling and reporting, involving three independent experts, sensitivity analysis, and complete reference documentation. Results in a 60-80 page report that gives full visibility on a product’s upstream and downstream performance. 1-4 environmental metrics. Timeline: 4-8 months Best suited for projects > TRL 4 Baseline LCA: ISO-guided and performed at a reduced time and cost. Includes independent modeling, competitor analysis, and an independent industry expert review, resulting in a 15-20 page report showcasing key findings on product and benchmarks. Full: 7-8 environmental metrics. Timeline: 6-8 weeks Basic: 4 environmental metrics. Timeline: 4-6 weeks Techno-Economic Assessment: Evaluates the economic performance of technologies/products. Includes independent modeling, competitor analysis, and an independent expert review, resulting in a 15-20 page report showcasing key findings on product and benchmarks. Cost of production and sustainable co-benefits metrics. Timeline: 4-6 weeks GHG Calculator: Tool allowing companies to alter life cycle inventory inputs and quantify environmental outcomes of dynamic operational decisions. Maximum of 8 input categories and 2-3 subcategories. Timeline: 4-6 weeks GHG Assessment and Projections: Independent GHG Footprint modeling with benchmark analysis and expert review, showing project GHG savings on the target industry considering projected company growth. 3-4 weeks |
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| Guardian Glass | Jason Blush | Advanced IG Product Manager |
Large Business
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Building Efficiency
| Guardian Glass is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of float, value-added and fabricated glass products and solutions. At its 24 float lines around the world, Guardian Glass produces high performance glass for architectural, residential, interior, transportation and technical glass applications. Guardian was the first company to manufacturer and sell tempered vacuum insulated glass in the United States. With over 11,000 units installed for at least 5 years, we bring knowledge of product performance and understanding of what it takes to manufacture vacuum insulated glass at scale. Guardian Glass Science and Technology Center is fully equipped to characterize and test materials at the nanoscale to full sized units for durability. |
| MI |
| Auburn Univrsity | Mehmet Arik | Associate Professor |
Academic
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Building Efficiency
| Our group has dedicated the past 25 years to exploring a variety of thermal technologies in both industrial and academic settings. We specialize in developing detailed thermal and fluid flow models (CFD) and validating these models through conventional sensors and infrared thermal imaging. Additionally, our team brings over 25 years of expertise in enhancing building efficiency through lighting technologies. We are actively seeking partnerships with other organizations. |
| AL |
| NextGlass LLC | Ratnesh Tiwari | CEO |
Small Business
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Building Efficiency
| NextGlass is developing cost-effective Vacuum Insulated Glazing. In the context of the FOA, we can provide expertise in VIG technology, and build and test samples for thermal performance and durability.
Looking forward to collaborating. |
| MD |
| National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) | Nick Bosco | Senior Staff Scientist |
Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC)
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Other Energy Technologies
| Materials Science with expertise in structural and fracture mechanics, jointing and interface technologies, reliability and FEM. I have spent the last 17 years performing as a Staff Scientist in NREL's photovoltaic (pv) module reliability group. I have developed and experimentally validated models that quantify structural aspects of pv module reliability and degradation, two examples include solder interconnect thermomechanical fatigue and polymer/glass interfacial adhesion. I am now interested in applying my expertise and experience to VIG technologies. Capabilities include structural mechanics modeling, fracture mechanics based studies of interfacial adhesion and failure, accelerated environmental testing and analysis. |
| CO |
| SunThru LLC | John Costa | CEO |
Small Business
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Other Energy Technologies
| SunThru is a small manufacturing company from Schenectady, New York, focused on facilitating the large-scale production of aerogel monoliths for window products. We are developing transparent aerogel materials and a rapid aerogel manufacturing method. Our manufacturing method, known as Rapid Supercritical Extraction (RSCE) has significantly reduced the processing time of the silica aerogel monoliths down to 4 hours. While we have proven this technology at the lab scale the window industry demands significantly larger aerogel monoliths. We are currently working on scaling our technology from 5"x5" monoliths to to 2'x5'. We have expertise in aerogel manufacturing and have engineering and machine design. During this project we would like to work on reducing our batch process times even further while producing aerogels that meet the potential project metrics. We are interested in teaming with Vacuum Insulated Glass (VIG) manufacturers and industrial equipment cost evaluators to produce a VIG product with an aerogel spacer. |
| NY |
| University of California, Los Angeles | Yongjie Hu | Professor |
Academic
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Building Efficiency
| Thermal management, experiments, and modeling analysis for advanced materials, glasses, insulation, buildings, and transportations. |
| CA |
| University of Sydney | Cenk Kocer | Dr |
Individual
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Other Energy Technologies
| Dr. Cenk Kocer, a PhD graduate in Applied Mathematics and Physics, is a leading expert in Vacuum Insulated Glass (VIG) technology for energy-efficient windows. With over 32 years of research and industry collaboration, his work bridges fundamental science with applied engineering, focusing on the design and innovation of window systems for residential and commercial buildings. Dr. Kocer has authored numerous scientific publications and articles, solidifying his reputation as a thought leader in the field. He has collaborated extensively with many of the main industrial manufacturers and institutions involved in VIG technology, driving advancements in both research and practical applications.
Dr. Kocer was part of the team that produced the first commercial VIG product in the mid-1990s at the University of Sydney, a milestone in energy-efficient window technology. Today, his work remains at the forefront of innovation, particularly in the areas of advanced manufacturing, component analysis, and window system design. He has developed specialized equipment to measure the thermal and mechanical properties of VIG products and their components, ensuring the optimization of performance and sustainability.
Currently, Dr. Kocer leads a materials fabrication facility and optical measurement lab, uniquely equipped to prototype VIG products using glass, metal, or polymer edge seals. His facilities provide comprehensive testing for thermal, mechanical, and vacuum performance, enabling a detailed analysis of the properties, durability, and sustainability of VIG systems. Additionally, he offers expertise in high-performance numerical simulations that predict VIG design performance under real-world conditions.
Dr. Kocer’s ongoing projects focus on creating high-impact, low-cost VIG designs with enhanced strength and minimal environmental footprint. He is committed to making VIG technology accessible on a global scale, positioning it as a key solution for sustainable building practices. Through his extensive industry collaborations, he continues to lead efforts in bringing innovative VIG products to market.
With his pioneering research, hands-on industry partnerships, and dedication to sustainability, Dr. Kocer is shaping the future of energy-efficient window technologies, making a significant impact on reducing global energy consumption. |
| NSW |
| Michigan State University | Shaoting Lin | Assistant Professor |
Academic
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Other Energy Technologies
| My group, at the intersection of solid mechanics, polymer physics, and advanced manufacturing, aims to understand the structure-property relationship of soft materials. Our mission is to develop high-performing soft materials for addressing challenging problems in healthcare and sustainbility.
In the context of this coming FOA, my group is currently developing a new class of low-temperature flexible, tough polymer adhesive as a potential solution to edge seal. We are working on pushing the limit of the gas permeation property of the adhesive.
Look forward to collaboration |
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| University of Virginia | Mool Gupta | Professor |
Academic
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Other Energy Technologies
| My research background is in the area of laser processing and its application. My research group has carried research in the laser processing of glass area supported by industry, and it would have applications in the area of vacuum insulating glass for windows and other applications. High power lasers would allow sealing. I also have good experience in optical measurements. My laboratory is well equipped with variety of high-power lasers and characterization equipment. I would be interested in supporting the high-performance insulating glass project. |
| VA |
| V-Glass Inc. | Chris Kubicek | Chief Technology Officer |
Small Business
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Building Efficiency
| V-Glass is developing an affordable Vacuum Insulated Glass Window produced with an oven-free manufacturing process based on a unique metal foil edge seal ultrasonically welded to glass. Additionally, we use highly insulkated spacers to control the gap, yielding Rcog ~15 and total Rwindow of ~10+. |
| WI |
| AeroShield Materials | Kyle Wilke | CTO |
Small Business
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Building Efficiency
| AeroShield manufactures ultra-clear, super-insulating aerogel sheets to improve window U-factor. AeroShield is interested in teaming with entities who could support the incorporation of our material into insulating glass units to enable high performance. |
| MA |
| Alpen High Performance Products, Inc. | Brad Begin | Chairman |
Small Business
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Building Efficiency
| Alpen is an experienced manufacturer of high performance insulated glass units, with a primary recent focus on the use of thin glass in triple and quad pane insulated glass units. Alpen also manufacturer high performance window systems, including high performance second windows, and can offer assistance and input on the commercialization of emerging IGU-related technologies as they relate to use in windows and doors. In addition, the company has also been involved with working with dozens of emerging and mature advanced glass technologies in collaborative early stage commercialization activities over many years, including, without limitation, dynamic glazing, transparent photovoltaic glass technology, aerogel technology, VIG technology and daylighting solutions. The company has an interest and expertise in pragmatic yet innovative commercialization of emerging glass and window technologies and solution and has substantial equipment and resource capabilities support high potential opportunities and the manufacturing of insulated glass units in its facilities. The company also has a core expertise at combining multiple emerging technologies in new and innovative collaborative solutions in which two or more technologies are integrated and used together to accomplish an outcome that is synergistic and accretive to each individual technology. |
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