Argo Living Soils Corp. Announces Research and Development Agreement with Graphene Leaders Canada Inc. to Advance Graphene Concrete Solutions
Argo Living Soils Corp. (ARLSF) has entered into a research and development agreement with Graphene Leaders Canada (GLC) to develop graphene nanoplatelet additives for ready-mix concrete. The collaboration aims to create stronger, more sustainable concrete products through Argo's subsidiary, Argo Green Concrete Solutions Inc.
The Phase 1 R&D agreement involves $100,000 CDN funding from Argo to GLC for designing, producing, and testing preliminary GNP formulations, starting May 2025. The project targets the North American ready-mix concrete market, valued at USD 250 billion in 2024 with a projected 4.5% CAGR through 2030.
The technology aims to enhance concrete strength by up to 30%, improve durability, reduce CO2 emissions by up to 20%, and increase water efficiency. A feasibility study is expected within three months to evaluate commercial potential.
Argo Living Soils Corp. (ARLSF) ha stipulato un accordo di ricerca e sviluppo con Graphene Leaders Canada (GLC) per sviluppare additivi a base di nanopiastrine di grafene per calcestruzzo preconfezionato. La collaborazione mira a creare prodotti in calcestruzzo più resistenti e sostenibili tramite la controllata di Argo, Argo Green Concrete Solutions Inc.
Il contratto di R&S Fase 1 prevede un finanziamento di 100.000 dollari canadesi da parte di Argo a GLC per progettare, produrre e testare formulazioni preliminari di GNP, con inizio previsto per maggio 2025. Il progetto è rivolto al mercato nordamericano del calcestruzzo preconfezionato, valutato a 250 miliardi di dollari USA nel 2024, con un tasso di crescita annuo composto previsto del 4,5% fino al 2030.
La tecnologia punta a migliorare la resistenza del calcestruzzo fino al 30%, aumentare la durabilità, ridurre le emissioni di CO2 fino al 20% e incrementare l'efficienza nell'uso dell'acqua. Entro tre mesi è prevista una studio di fattibilità per valutare il potenziale commerciale.
Argo Living Soils Corp. (ARLSF) ha firmado un acuerdo de investigación y desarrollo con Graphene Leaders Canada (GLC) para desarrollar aditivos de nanoplaquetas de grafeno para concreto premezclado. La colaboración busca crear productos de concreto más fuertes y sostenibles a través de la subsidiaria de Argo, Argo Green Concrete Solutions Inc.
El acuerdo de I+D Fase 1 incluye un financiamiento de 100,000 dólares canadienses de Argo a GLC para diseñar, producir y probar formulaciones preliminares de GNP, comenzando en mayo de 2025. El proyecto está dirigido al mercado norteamericano del concreto premezclado, valorado en 250 mil millones de dólares estadounidenses en 2024, con un crecimiento anual compuesto proyectado del 4.5% hasta 2030.
La tecnología busca mejorar la resistencia del concreto hasta en un 30%, aumentar la durabilidad, reducir las emisiones de CO2 hasta en un 20% y mejorar la eficiencia del uso del agua. Se espera un estudio de viabilidad en tres meses para evaluar el potencial comercial.
Argo Living Soils Corp. (ARLSF)는 Graphene Leaders Canada (GLC)와 협력하여 레디믹스 콘크리트를 위한 그래핀 나노플레이트 첨가제를 개발하는 연구개발 계약을 체결했습니다. 이번 협력은 Argo의 자회사인 Argo Green Concrete Solutions Inc.를 통해 더 강하고 지속 가능한 콘크리트 제품을 만드는 것을 목표로 합니다.
1단계 연구개발 계약은 2025년 5월부터 시작되며, Argo가 GLC에 10만 캐나다 달러를 지원하여 초기 GNP 제형을 설계, 생산 및 테스트하는 내용을 포함합니다. 이 프로젝트는 2024년 기준 2,500억 달러 규모의 북미 레디믹스 콘크리트 시장을 목표로 하며, 2030년까지 연평균 4.5%의 성장률이 예상됩니다.
이 기술은 콘크리트 강도를 최대 30% 향상시키고, 내구성을 높이며, CO2 배출을 최대 20% 줄이고, 물 사용 효율을 증가시키는 것을 목표로 합니다. 상업적 가능성을 평가하기 위한 타당성 조사는 3개월 내에 완료될 예정입니다.
Argo Living Soils Corp. (ARLSF) a conclu un accord de recherche et développement avec Graphene Leaders Canada (GLC) pour développer des additifs à base de nanoplaquettes de graphène destinés au béton prêt à l'emploi. Cette collaboration vise à créer des produits en béton plus résistants et durables via la filiale d'Argo, Argo Green Concrete Solutions Inc.
L'accord de R&D phase 1 prévoit un financement de 100 000 dollars canadiens de la part d'Argo à GLC pour concevoir, produire et tester des formulations préliminaires de GNP, à partir de mai 2025. Le projet cible le marché nord-américain du béton prêt à l'emploi, évalué à 250 milliards de dollars US en 2024, avec un taux de croissance annuel composé prévu de 4,5 % jusqu'en 2030.
La technologie vise à augmenter la résistance du béton jusqu'à 30 %, améliorer sa durabilité, réduire les émissions de CO2 jusqu'à 20 % et accroître l'efficacité de l'utilisation de l'eau. Une étude de faisabilité est attendue dans les trois mois pour évaluer le potentiel commercial.
Argo Living Soils Corp. (ARLSF) hat eine Forschungs- und Entwicklungsvereinbarung mit Graphene Leaders Canada (GLC) geschlossen, um Graphen-Nanoplattenzusätze für Fertigbeton zu entwickeln. Die Zusammenarbeit zielt darauf ab, durch Argos Tochtergesellschaft Argo Green Concrete Solutions Inc. stärkere und nachhaltigere Betonprodukte zu schaffen.
Die Phase-1-F&E-Vereinbarung sieht eine Finanzierung von 100.000 kanadischen Dollar von Argo an GLC vor, um erste GNP-Formulierungen zu entwerfen, herzustellen und zu testen, beginnend im Mai 2025. Das Projekt richtet sich an den nordamerikanischen Fertigbetonmarkt, der 2024 auf 250 Milliarden US-Dollar geschätzt wird und bis 2030 eine prognostizierte jährliche Wachstumsrate von 4,5 % aufweist.
Die Technologie soll die Betonfestigkeit um bis zu 30 % verbessern, die Haltbarkeit erhöhen, die CO2-Emissionen um bis zu 20 % reduzieren und die Wassereffizienz steigern. Innerhalb von drei Monaten wird eine Machbarkeitsstudie erwartet, um das kommerzielle Potenzial zu bewerten.
- Partnership with established graphene technology leader GLC to develop innovative concrete solutions
- Targeting USD 250 billion North American ready-mix concrete market with 4.5% CAGR
- Technology potential to increase concrete strength by 30% and reduce CO2 emissions by 20%
- Relatively small initial investment of $100,000 CDN for Phase 1 R&D
- Early-stage R&D project with no guaranteed success
- Results and commercial viability yet to be proven
- Initial investment required before proof of concept
Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - May 5, 2025) - Argo Living Soils Corp. (CSE: ARGO) (OTCQB: ARLSF) (FSE: 94Y0) ("Argo" or the "Company") is pleased to announce it has entered into a research and development (R&D) agreement with Graphene Leaders Canada (GLC) Inc., an Alberta-based leader in high-quality dispersions of graphene and carbon nanomaterials, to develop a graphene nanoplatelet (GNP) additive for ready-mix concrete. This collaboration, formalized through a Phase 1 project proposal, marks a significant step in Argo's expansion into the green concrete market through its subsidiary, Argo Green Concrete Solutions Inc., leveraging bio-graphene technology to create stronger, more sustainable concrete products.
The North American ready-mix concrete market was valued at approximately USD 250 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of
Concrete production is one of the largest industrial sources of global CO₂ emissions, responsible for approximately
Enhanced Strength: Graphene can increase concrete's compressive and tensile strength by up to
Improved Durability: Graphene-enhanced concrete can be more resistant to cracking, water penetration, and freeze-thaw cycles, extending the lifespan of infrastructure.
Reduced Carbon Footprint: By improving strength, graphene additives can reduce the amount of cement needed, potentially lowering CO2 emissions by up to
Water Efficiency: Graphene can reduce the water required in concrete mixing, conserving resources and energy.
Scott Smale, Director of Argo Living Soils Corp. with over 20 years of experience in sustainable technology development, stated, "We are thrilled to partner with Graphene Leaders Canada to pioneer graphene concrete solutions. This agreement is a critical step toward revolutionizing the construction industry with greener, stronger materials. We anticipate advancing to a feasibility study within three months to evaluate the commercial potential of this technology."
Terms of the R&D Agreement
Under the terms of the Phase 1 R&D agreement, Argo will fund GLC a
About Argo Living Soils Corp.
Founded in 2018, Argo Living Soils Corp. specializes in organic product development, including biochar, soil amendments, biofertilizers, and now green concrete solutions. The Company aims to reduce global carbon emissions through sustainable agricultural and industrial innovations, creating a reputable brand of eco-friendly products.
About Graphene Leaders Canada (GLC) Inc.
Based in Edmonton, Alberta, GLC is a leading high-quality graphene and carbon nanomaterials dispersion company, focusing on industrial applications such as concrete, coatings, and water treatment. GLC's mission is to enhance product performance through advanced nanomaterial technologies.
For further information, please contact:
Robert Intile, CEO
Argo Living Soils Corp.
Email: robertcintile@gmail.com
Phone: 604-763-4017
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