Graphene Commercialisation: Scaling Advanced Materials | Tony Pearce

Lab to Market Leadership with Chris Reichhelm

Dive into this insightful episode where Chris Reichhelm interviews Tony Pearce, COO of Paragraf, to discuss the journey of bringing groundbreaking innovations in the advanced materials sector from the lab to the market. Tony explores the critical aspects of scaling up graphene technology, focusing on the importance of early-stage market credibility, manufacturing repeatability, and the alignment of product development with customer needs.

Listeners will gain valuable insights into how Paragraf has navigated the challenges of transitioning from research to production, particularly in the context of magnetic sensing and battery manufacturing applications. Tony shares practical advice on the dynamics between commercial, technological, and scale-up teams, emphasising the necessity of a cohesive approach to ensure successful product commercialisation.

Throughout the conversation, Tony also reflects on his experiences and lessons learned, highlighting the significance of flexibility in manufacturing processes and the value of building strong customer relationships. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the commercialisation of advanced materials and offers valuable guidance for startup founders, tech entrepreneurs, and other industry professionals.

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Podcast Production: Beauxhaus

פרקים

1. Introduction: Helping Customers Implement Your Technology (00:00:00)

2. Introducing Tony Pearce and Paragraf (00:01:12)

3. The Importance of Early Scale-Up and Engineering (00:02:14)

4. Challenges in Scaling Up Semiconductor Companies (00:03:05)

5. Paragraf's Journey and Early Challenges (00:06:19)

6. Iterating and Validating Products (00:15:16)

7. Building a Manufacturing Facility in the UK (00:39:30)

8. Lessons Learned and Final Thoughts (00:51:40)