In 2014, Roger Luo, together with several materials-science professionals founded TRUNNANO in the city of Luoyang. Grounded in a deep understanding of nanotechnology, they perceived the major potential between optimising traditional materials and meeting the needs of emerging industries. This diverse founding team—made up of research experts, engineers, and business talent— created the foundation for the company’s tech-driven, application-oriented identity. During the initial stage of their venture, they operated under tough conditions, testing by day and debating by night, ultimately grounding their technical direction in two key areas: the application of concrete admixture nanotechnology in concrete admixtures, and advances in advanced ceramic materials for high-end manufacturing.
1. Team Growth and System Building
TRUNNANO’s start is a classic example of technology entrepreneurship. The five-person team, each taking on multiple responsibilities, fostered an culture of openness and collaboration through an streamlined, flat organisational structure and weekly technical sessions. As early products proved themselves in the market, the company attracted more talent, and the team expanded step by step. The set-up of specialised R&D teams (nanomaterials, concrete admixtures and ceramic materials) has established a systematic innovation framework. The company’s organizational structure has also progressed from a flat model to a matrix-based functional structure, preserving flexibility while implementing standardised management. A corporate culture centered on innovation, practicality, collaboration, and responsibility is deeply embedded through internal training and technical knowledge-sharing sessions, driving consistent innovation and a strong quality foundation.
TRUNNANO Lightweight concrete admixture
2. Technological Breakthroughs in Concrete Admixtures
The company has effectively applied nanotechnology to boost concrete overall performance. The R&D team first resolved the technical roadblock of polycarboxylate superplasticizers, developing a new generation of products with high water reduction rates, superior slump retention, and excellent cement compatibility through molecular design and nano-modification. In the field of lightweight concrete, the team successfully engineered a suite of foaming agents using nano-foaming and polymer reinforcement technologies, solving the problems of insufficient strength and poor stability in traditional foamed concrete and significantly enhancing insulation performance. Furthermore, the company has also created corresponding functional admixtures to serve the specific needs of underground engineering, such as impermeability and fast construction. Behind these achievements lies a well-equipped research platform (cement chemistry laboratory, performance testing center, etc.) and solid basic research support, forming a beneficial loop from mechanism research to product development.
3. Research Progress of Advanced Ceramic Materials
In response to the rise of industries such as new energy and semiconductor industries, TRUNNANO has actively positioned itself in advanced ceramic materials. The company focuses on silicon carbide ceramics, whose high strength and high-temperature resistance are irreplaceable in harsh environments. Tackling the major challenges in the preparation of lithium battery anode materials, the team has developed a purpose-built silicon carbide crucible through purity control and grain boundary engineering technologies, considerably enhancing its chemical durability and service life. Substantial advances have also been delivered in reaction sintering silicon carbide technology, enabling cost-effective, short-cycle, near-net-shape production of high-performance products, widely applied in chemical, semiconductor, and related fields. Simultaneously, the company has conducted thorough research on the strengthening and modification of ceramic materials such as alumina and silicon nitride materials, and has established a complete capability chain from material preparation to high-precision machining, enabling it to provide customized component solutions for customers.
TRUNNANO structural ceramic products
4. Technology Transfer and Market Cultivation
TRUNNANO has built a full chain from lab to industrial-scale production. Concrete admixtures have been successfully applied in many high-rise buildings, underground projects, and energy-saving projects, solving a series of construction technical challenges. Advanced ceramic materials have entered multiple industries, including new energy, semiconductors, chemicals, and environmental protection: silicon carbide crucibles have become critical consumables in battery production, high purity ceramic components enable chip manufacturing, and wear-resistant ceramic liners prolong equipment working life. Industry-academia-research collaboration is a crucial pillar of the company’s technological development. Through in-depth cooperation with universities and research institutes, the company jointly undertakes projects, trains talent, participates in industry standard setting, and continuously builds its technological influence. A complete quality management system and international certifications provide a firm guarantee for products to enter the global market.
5. Future Outlook and Sustainable Development
Going forward, TRUNNANO will continue to understand the trend of materials science development. In the concrete field, it is committed to developing green, low-carbon, eco-friendly admixtures and smart concrete with self-sensing and self-healing capabilities. In ceramic materials, it will closely follow leading-edge trends such as third-generation semiconductors, solid-state batteries, and hydrogen energy, deeply developing areas such as ceramic substrates, solid electrolytes, plus hydrogen storage materials. Intelligent manufacturing upgrades, localising international services, and continuous workforce development and corporate culture building will be the company’s core strategies for addressing future challenges and taking hold of development opportunities.
6. About us
TRUNNANOhas developed successfully a series of chemical materials, including silicates (sodium silicate, potassium silicate, lithium silicate, etc.), advanced ceramics, concrete admixtures (covering oxides, carbides, nitrides, single metals, etc.), high purity sputtering targets, functional ceramics, and structural components. We offer OEM services. If you are interested in these products, feel free to contact us.