Strong results achieved in world-first Graphene enhanced cement roof tile trial

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First Graphene (OTCQB:FGPHF) reported results from a five-month, world-first production trial of PureGRAPH® graphene-enhanced cement with FP McCann at Cadeby, UK. The trial used 40 tonnes of product to produce over 10,000 roof tiles and showed a cradle-to-gate CO2 reduction up to 14%, a cement requirement reduction up to 8%, and a 26% reduction in CEM I-to-concrete ratio for equivalent tile strength. Tiles will be used at FP McCann's Cadeby site and discussions with industry partners are underway. The project was supported by UK DESNZ and DEFRA programs.

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Positive

• CO2 reduction of up to 14% (cradle-to-gate)
• Cement use reduced by up to 8% for the same tile strength
• 26% reduction in CEM I-to-concrete ratio reported
• Produced >10,000 tiles using 40 tonnes of PureGRAPH®
• Supported by UK DESNZ and DEFRA innovation programs

Negative

• No quantified commercial contracts or signed sales disclosed
• Trial-scale results; full-scale commercial performance and margins unreported
• Conflicting percentage reductions in corporate quotes (8% vs 20%) without resolution

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Highlights

• Production trial of graphene enhanced roof tiles with FP McCann achieves CO₂ reduction of up to 14%
• Project conducted in the United Kingdom also showed 26% reduction in CEM I-to-concrete ratio required to produce concrete roof tiles
• Graphene enhanced roof tiles to be used in new buildings at FP McCann's Cadeby site
• Successful results pave the way to enter US$7.6 billion^[1] global cement roof tile market

SYDNEY, April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- First Graphene Limited (ASX: FGR; "First Graphene" or "the Company") (FRA:M11) (OTCQB:FGPHF) is pleased to announce results from a world-first production trial of graphene enhanced roof tiles with the UK's largest precast concrete manufacturer and supplier FP McCann.

The five-month project used 40 tonnes of PureGRAPH^® enhanced cement, developed by First Graphene's partner Breedon Group, to produce more than 10,000 tiles at FP McCann's Cadeby manufacturing facility in the UK.

The final graphene enhanced cement roof tiles were tested for quality, efficiency and carbon emission reduction potential, as well as performance consistency.

The production process achieved a cradle-to-gate reduction in carbon emissions of up to 14%, reinforcing the lower-carbon benefits of graphene for cement. The required amount of cement for the tiles was also reduced by up to 8%.

Importantly, the trial confirmed graphene enhanced cement, classified as CEM-II, could produce the same roof tiles at the same strength with fewer materials and lower costs compared to CEM-I.  

The tiles will be distributed for use in a variety of projects, including installation on a new building at FP McCann's Cadeby site.

Conversations have commenced with industry partners following receipt of the results to determine interest in the graphene enhanced roof tiles for projects across the United Kingdom.

The UK Government has also committed to deliver more than one million affordable and sustainable new homes in the next three years and has been funding innovative construction solutions to achieve this goal.

This project was supported via 'Contracts for Innovation' with the UK Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) and the 'Resource Efficient Construction Impacts' program by the UK Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs' (DEFRA).

The trial solidifies First Graphene's entrance into the global cement roof tile market which is anticipated to grow to US$11.8 billion by 2034^[1].

First Graphene Managing Director and CEO, Michael Bell, said:

"The results of this inaugural trial of graphene-enhanced cement roof tiles with FP McCann has reaffirmed the viability and performance benefits of a lower-emission cement product for the construction industry.

Reducing the amount of cement required by up to 20% has a significant impact on the carbon footprint of these roof tiles, paving the way for more sustainable houses and buildings.

As industry and governments look for innovative solutions to develop lower-carbon infrastructure, First Graphene and FP McCann, in partnership with Breedon Group, have a tested production blueprint to achieve emission reduction goals while maintaining or exceeding material performance capability."

References [1]Industry Research

 

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SOURCE First Graphene Limited

FAQ

What were the key results of First Graphene's April 2026 roof tile trial (FGPHF)?

The trial achieved up to 14% cradle-to-gate CO2 reduction and up to 8% cement reduction. According to the company, the production used 40 tonnes of PureGRAPH® to make over 10,000 tiles at FP McCann's Cadeby facility.

How does PureGRAPH® change cement requirements for FP McCann roof tiles (FGPHF)?

PureGRAPH® allowed the same tile strength with less cement, reported as up to an 8% reduction in cement required. According to the company, the product also showed a 26% reduction in the CEM I-to-concrete ratio metric.

Will FGPHF graphene-enhanced tiles be used commercially at FP McCann sites?

Yes; the tiles from the trial are slated for use on a new building at FP McCann's Cadeby site. According to the company, further industry conversations are underway to assess broader project interest in the UK.

What government support backed First Graphene's roof tile trial (FGPHF)?

The project received support via UK government programs including Contracts for Innovation with DESNZ and DEFRA's Resource Efficient Construction Impacts program. According to the company, these programs funded the trial activities.

Does the trial position First Graphene to enter the global roof tile market (FGPHF)?

The company says the results pave entry into the global cement roof tile market, cited at an anticipated size to 2034. According to the company, trial outcomes create a tested production blueprint for lower-emission tiles.