Investment and Business Report on CVD Equipment Corporation

 

Investment and Business Report on CVD Equipment Corporation

Company Overview CVD Equipment Corporation (NASDAQ: CVV) is a leading provider of chemical vapor deposition (CVD) systems and process solutions, catering to various high-tech industries, including aerospace, semiconductor manufacturing, and energy storage. The company was founded in 1982 by Leonard A. Rosenbaum and is headquartered in Central Islip, New York. Over the past four decades, CVD Equipment has built a reputation for delivering state-of-the-art systems used in nanotechnology, advanced materials, and high-performance electronics manufacturing.

Business Model and Product Portfolio CVD Equipment Corporation specializes in designing and manufacturing customized CVD and thermal process equipment. Their offerings support cutting-edge industries through the following key product lines:

1. Chemical Vapor Infiltration (CVI) Systems – Used for the production of ceramic matrix composites (CMCs), essential for aerospace applications, such as gas turbine engines.

2. Physical Vapor Transport (PVT) Systems – Enables the production of silicon carbide (SiC) crystals, crucial for power electronics and electric vehicle (EV) applications.

3. PowderCoat™ Systems – Utilized for fusing high-performance silicon nanowires into EV-grade graphite powders, enhancing battery anode materials.

4. FirstNano® EasyTube® Systems – Supports graphene growth through CVD, used in electronic, energy, and biomedical applications.

5. Graphene Materials (CVDGraphene™ & CVD3DGraphene™) – High-quality graphene production for various industrial and research applications.

6. Silicon Bond Coat and Advanced Ceramic Matrix Systems – Developed for high-temperature applications in hypersonic technology and aerospace engineering.

Technological Advancements CVD Equipment Corporation has consistently invested in research and development, resulting in advancements in key areas:

• Graphene Production: The company has pioneered high-quality, three-dimensional graphene structures that maintain superior conductivity and strength.

• Silicon Carbide Growth Systems: CVD's PVT systems are designed to meet the increasing demand for SiC materials in high-power electronics.

  
  
  

• Battery Nanomaterials: The company's PowderCoat™ technology supports next-generation battery technology for electric vehicles.

Financial Performance CVD Equipment Corporation has demonstrated strong financial growth, with increasing revenues and backlog orders.

• Q3 2024 Revenue: $8.2 million (31.4% YoY increase).

• Backlog as of Q3 2024: $19.8 million, up from $18.4 million at year-end 2023.

• Net Income Impact: The company recognized a $1.0 million non-cash charge due to SiC market changes.

• Major Orders: In 2024, CVD Equipment secured a $3.5 million follow-on order for a CVI system and a large-scale order for its SiC growth systems.

Market Position and Competitive Landscape CVD Equipment Corporation operates in a highly specialized segment where demand for advanced materials and deposition technologies is growing. The company's primary competitors include:

• Aixtron SE (ETR: AIXA): A German company focusing on semiconductor deposition equipment.

• Veeco Instruments Inc. (NASDAQ: VECO): Specializing in thin-film process equipment.

• Applied Materials, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMAT): A leader in semiconductor manufacturing solutions.

While CVD Equipment is smaller in scale compared to these competitors, its niche expertise in CVD systems and strong focus on graphene and SiC technologies provide it with unique market differentiation.

Customers and Partnerships CVD Equipment Corporation has established relationships with major players in:

• Aerospace: Supplying CMC systems for gas turbine engines.

• Semiconductors: Providing SiC and graphene materials to high-tech manufacturers.

• Energy Storage: Supporting EV battery advancements through nanomaterial solutions.

  
  
  

Risks and Challenges

1. Market Volatility: The semiconductor and advanced materials sectors are cyclical, impacting revenue stability.

2. Technology Evolution: Rapid advancements in nanomaterials and semiconductor fabrication could require constant R&D investment.

3. Competition: Larger players with greater resources may challenge CVD Equipment's market share.

4. Supply Chain Disruptions: Dependence on raw materials and component suppliers could create production bottlenecks.

Investment Outlook CVD Equipment Corporation presents an attractive opportunity for investors looking at:

• Exposure to Emerging Markets: Strong presence in SiC growth systems and battery nanomaterials.

• Revenue Growth Potential: Increasing demand for graphene and advanced CVD systems.

• Strategic Positioning: A leading supplier to aerospace and high-power electronics sectors.

Conclusion CVD Equipment Corporation remains a viable investment, particularly in industries requiring cutting-edge CVD technologies. While market risks exist, its strong backlog, technological advancements, and market differentiation in SiC, graphene, and CVD applications make it a promising company in the advanced materials sector. Investors should monitor revenue growth, R&D progress, and strategic partnerships to assess long-term value.

Graphene 3D Lab Announces Distribution/Manufacturing Partnership with Polymaker

Today June 29th 2015

TSX-V: GGG, OTCQB: GPHBF
Graphene 3D Lab Inc. (TSX-V: GGG, OTCQB: GPHBF) ("Graphene 3D") is pleased to announce a distribution and manufacturing partnership with Polymaker.

Under the terms of the agreement, Polymaker (www.polymaker.com) will distribute all Graphene 3D manufactured specialty and functional filaments and provide filament manufacturing services on an as required basis. Polymaker's manufacturing operation is located in Suzhou, China, and the company operates sales and distribution offices in Shanghai, China, New York, USA, Utrecht, Netherlands, and Tokyo, Japan.

Graphene 3D's on-line filament store, www.blackmagic3d.com, will carry unique Polymaker filaments, including PolyMax(TM) PLA, PolyFlex(TM), and PolyWood(TM). Both companies plan to start offering each other's products on their respective on-line stores in July. The agreement also includes provisions for Graphene 3D and Polymaker to collaborate on the development of an expanded line of graphene filaments. 

Graphene 3D CEO Dr. Daniel Stolyarov commented, "This partnership with Polymaker is an important step for Graphene 3D on several fronts; Polymaker's distribution network will expose our filaments to customers outside of North America, and our contract manufacturing agreement provides us with a high quality manufacturing alternative to supplement our in-house extrusion facility. Polymaker's existing specialty filament products also align well with our functional filaments, and we look forward to including them with our offerings."

"Polymaker's customers tend to push the boundaries of 3D printing and are always looking for the

next innovation to use in their 3D printing projects. The Graphene 3D functional filaments are a natural complement for our customers and for our existing filaments," added Polymaker President, Dr. Xiaofan Luo.

About Graphene 3D
Graphene 3D Lab is in the business of developing, manufacturing, and marketing proprietary graphene-based nanocomposite materials for various types of 3D printing, including fused filament fabrication. The Company is also involved in the design, manufacture, and marketing of 3D printers and related products for domestic and international customers. The Graphene 3D Lab facility is located in Calverton, NY and is equipped with material processing and analytical equipment. The company has four US patent applications pending for its technology. For more information on Graphene 3D Lab Inc., visit www.graphene3dlab.com.

About Polymaker
Polymaker is a company committed to innovation, quality and sustainability, in the pursuit of producing high-quality materials for the 3D printing industry. Headquartered in Shanghai, China, Polymaker now has global offices in the USA, Netherlands and Japan. With their state-of-the-art manufacturing centre and market leading quality control processes, Polymaker's filaments are not only ensured to have the best quality standards but also provide innovative properties. Whether it is with their increased mechanical strength, unparalleled Jam-FreeTM printing or world's first, 3D printable foam based filament, Polymaker will continue to bring new performance enhanced materials to the 3D printing community.

FORWARD LOOKING INFORMATION
This news release contains "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Forward-looking information in this news release includes statements about collaboration and material sales between Graphene 3D Lab and Polymaker.
In connection with the forward-looking information contained in this news release, the Company has made numerous assumptions, regarding, among other things, purchases to be made by Polymaker for Graphene 3D materials and collaboration to take place between Graphene 3D and Polymaker. While the Company considers these assumptions to be reasonable, these assumptions are inherently subject to significant uncertainties and contingencies.
Additionally, there are known and unknown risk factors which could cause the Company's actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking information contained herein. Known risk factors include, among others: incompatibility of the technologies owned by Graphene 3D and Polymaker; either party, for any reason, choosing not to move forward in joint collaboration or sales of materials.
A more complete discussion of the risks and uncertainties facing the Company is disclosed in the Company's continuous disclosure filings with Canadian securities regulatory authorities at www.sedar.com. All forward-looking information herein is qualified in its entirety by this cautionary statement, and the Company disclaims any obligation to revise or update any such forward-looking information or to publicly announce the result of any revisions to any of the forward-looking information contained herein to reflect future results, events or developments, except as required by law.
THE FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS PRESS RELEASE REPRESENTS THE EXPECTATIONS OF THE COMPANY AS OF THE DATE OF THIS PRESS RELEASE AND, ACCORDINGLY, IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AFTER SUCH DATE. READERS SHOULD NOT PLACE UNDUE IMPORTANCE ON FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION AND SHOULD NOT RELY UPON THIS INFORMATION AS OF ANY OTHER DATE. WHILE THE COMPANY MAY ELECT TO, IT DOES NOT UNDERTAKE TO UPDATE THIS INFORMATION AT ANY PARTICULAR TIME EXCEPT AS REQUIRED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAWS.
NEITHER TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE NOR ITS REGULATION SERVICES PROVIDER (AS THAT TERM IS DEFINED IN POLICIES OF THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE) ACCEPTS RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THIS RELEASE.


SOURCE: Graphene 3D Lab Inc.

Commercial Inquiries: Daniel Stolyarov, President & Chief Executive Officer,
Telephone: (631) 405-5116, Email: daniel.stolyarov@graphene3dlab.com; Investor
Inquiries: Investor Relations, Telephone (631) 405-5114, Email:
investors@graphene3dlab.com; Media Inquiries: Kristie Galvani, Rubenstein Public
Relations, Telephone: (212) 843-9205, Email: KGalvani@rubensteinpr.com

SIFMA Calls System Wide, Moratorium on All mortgage Foreclosures ‘Catastrophic’

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Press Release

Release Date: October 11, 2010

Contact: Katrina Cavalli, (212) 313-1181, kcavalli@sifma.org

New York, NY, October 11, 2010—The Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA) today issued the following statement from Tim Ryan, president and CEO, on the foreclosure moratorium related to issues in foreclosure processing:

“It would be catastrophic to impose a system wide moratorium on all foreclosures and such actions could do damage to the housing market and the economy.  It must be recognized that the mortgage market, investors and the health of the economy are all inter-related. Investors in the housing market—including American workers with pension funds, 401k plans, and mutual funds—would unjustly suffer losses in their savings from these actions.  Increased uncertainty in the securitization market would further constrain consumer credit and spending, dampening our already unhealthy economic situation.  If mistakes have been made in relation to foreclosure processing, SIFMA firmly believes such mistakes should be corrected.  It is imperative, however, that care be taken in addressing these issues to ensure that no unnecessary damage is done to an already weak housing market and, in turn, that there is no further negative impact on the economy.”

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The Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA) brings together the shared interests of hundreds of securities firms, banks and asset managers.  SIFMA's mission is to support a strong financial industry, investor opportunity, capital formation, job creation and economic growth, while building trust and confidence in the financial markets.  SIFMA, with offices in New York and Washington, D.C., is the U.S. regional member of the Global Financial Markets Association (GFMA).  For more information, visit www.sifma.org.

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Goldman Sachs discloses ownership in Talison Lithium Corp.

Talison Lithium Ltd's ore stockpiled at one of it's plants in Greenbushes, Australia>>>

 Talison Lithium Limited - Press Release

TORONTO, Sept. 29 The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc.
("GS & Co."), 200 West Street, ("GS Group"), 200 West Street,
New York, NY, 10282 New York, NY, 10282
GS&Co. & GS Group are hereinafter referred to collectively as the
"Offeror".
2. The designation and number or principal amount of securities and the
offeror's securityholding percentage in the class of securities of
which the offeror acquired ownership or control in the transaction or
occurrence giving rise to the obligation to file the news release,
and whether it was ownership or control that was acquired in those
circumstances.
In connection with a plan of arrangement completed on September 22,
2010 involving Talison Lithium Limited (the "Company") and Salares
Lithium Limited ("Salares"), the Company acquired all of the issued
and outstanding securities of Salares in exchange for either ordinary
shares in the capital of the Company ("Shares") or the equivalent
number of exchangeable shares (which may be exchanged for Shares on a
one-for-one basis) (the "Arrangement"). Further details regarding the
Arrangement are set out in the joint press release of the Company and
Salares dated September 22, 2010, which has been filed with the
applicable regulatory authorities and is available on the Company's
SEDAR profile at www.sedar.com.
Prior to the Arrangement, the Company was a private issuer and the
Offeror and certain direct or indirect subsidiaries of GS Group
beneficially owned and controlled 11,270,431 Shares (the "Offeror
Shares"). The Offeror did not acquire any additional Shares in
connection with the Arrangement. On September 23, 2010, in connection
with the Arrangement, the Shares commenced trading on the Toronto
Stock Exchange ("TSX") under the symbol "TLH". Following the
completion of the Arrangement, the Offeror Shares represented
approximately 12.78% of the issued and outstanding Shares of the
Company.
3. The designation and number or principal amount of securities and the
offeror's securityholding percentage in the class of securities
immediately after the transaction or occurrence giving rise to the
obligation to file a news release.
Following the completion of the Arrangement noted in item 2 above,
the Offeror and certain direct or indirect subsidiaries of GS Group
beneficially owned and controlled 11,270,431 Shares, representing
approximately 12.78% of the issued and outstanding Shares of the
Company.
4. The designation and number or principal amount of securities and the
percentage of outstanding securities of the class of securities
referred to in paragraph 3 over which:
(i) the offeror, either alone or together with joint actors, has
ownership and control,
Following the completion of the Arrangement noted in item 2
above, the Offeror and certain direct or indirect subsidiaries
of GS Group beneficially owned and controlled 11,270,431
Shares, representing approximately 12.78% of the issued and
outstanding Shares of the Company.
(ii) the offeror, either alone or together with joint actors, has
ownership but control is held by other persons or companies
other than the offeror or any joint actor,
Not Applicable.
(iii) the offeror, either alone or together with joint actors, has
exclusive or shared control but does not have ownership.
Not Applicable.
5. The name of the market in which the transaction or occurrence that
gave rise to the news release took place. Not applicable.
The transactions effected in connection with the
Arrangement and completed on September 22, 2010, were effected in
pursuant to a statutory plan of arrangement under Section 288 of the
Business Corporations Act (British Columbia), which was approved by
the Supreme Court of British Columbia on September 21, 2010.
6. The value, in Canadian dollars, of any consideration offered per
security if the offeror acquired ownership of a security in the
transaction or occurrence giving rise to the obligation to file a
news release.
Not applicable. No Shares were acquired by the Offeror in connection
with the Arrangement. See Item 2, above.
7. The purpose of the offeror and any joint actors in effecting the
transaction or occurrence that gave rise to the news release,
including any future intention to acquire ownership of, or control
over, additional securities of the reporting issuer.
The Offeror Shares were acquired in the ordinary course of the
investment activities of the Offeror and certain direct or indirect
subsidiaries of GS Group. The Offeror and certain direct or indirect
subsidiaries of GS Group may purchase or sell securities of the
Company in the future on the open market or in private transactions,
depending on market conditions and other factors material to the
investment decisions of the Offeror and certain direct or indirect
subsidiaries of GS Group.
8. The general nature and the material terms of any agreement, other
than lending arrangements, with respect to securities of the
reporting issuer, entered into by the offeror, or any joint actor,
and the issuer of the securities or any other entity in connection
with the transaction or occurrence giving rise to the news release,
including agreements with respect to the acquisition, holding,
disposition or voting of any securities.
Not applicable. No Shares were acquired by the Offeror in connection
with the Arrangement. See Item 2, above.
9. The names of any joint actors in connection with the disclosure
required by this form.
The securities being reported on by GS Group, as a parent holding
company, are owned, or may be deemed to be beneficially owned, by GS
& Co. GS & Co. is a direct and indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of GS
Group.
In accordance with Section 5.1 of National Instrument 62-103 (the
"National Instrument"), this filing reflects the securities
beneficially owned or controlled by certain business units of GS
Group and its subsidiaries and affiliates which include business
units engaged in principal investing activities, managing
discretionary accounts and customer facilitation trading
(collectively, the "Goldman Sachs Reporting Unit"). This filing does
not reflect securities, if any, beneficially owned or controlled by
any business units of GS Group whose beneficial ownership of or
control over securities is disaggregated from that of the Goldman
Sachs Reporting Unit in accordance with the National Instrument.
The Goldman Sachs Reporting Unit disclaims beneficial ownership of
the securities beneficially owned by (i) any client accounts with
respect to which the Goldman Sachs Reporting Unit or its employees
have voting or investment discretion, or both and (ii) certain
investment entities of which the Goldman Sachs Reporting Unit acts as
the general partner, managing general partner or other manager, to
the extent interests in such entities are held by persons other than
the Goldman Sachs Reporting Unit.
10. In the case of a transaction or occurrence that did not take place on
a stock exchange or other market that represents a published market
for the securities, including an issuance from treasury, the nature
and value in Canadian dollars of the consideration paid by the
offeror.
Not applicable. No Shares were acquired by the Offeror in connection
with the Arrangement. See Item 2, above.
11. If applicable, a description of any change in any material fact set
out in a previous report by the entity under the early warning
requirements or Part 4 of National Instrument 62-103 in respect of
the reporting issuer's securities.
Not applicable.
12. If applicable, a description of the exemption from securities
legislation being relied on by the offeror and the facts supporting
that reliance.
Not applicable.

1.  Name and address of the offeror 

Robert Belva, Telephone: 212-902-7941

Source: Canada Newswire (September 29, 2010 - 2:24 PM EDT)
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