Skip to main content

Frequently Asked Questions

  • 1. What is ESSNANO Materials Lab Pvt. Ltd.?
    ESSNANO is a Bengaluru-based R&D-driven startup specializing in the synthesis, characterization, and consultancy of solid-state nanomaterials. We bridge academic innovation and industrial applications by developing and optimizing advanced inorganic materials for energy, catalysis, and electronic applications.
  • 2. What type of nanomaterials does ESSNANO manufacture?
    We develop inorganic nanomaterials such as metal oxides, sulfides, phosphates, borates, silicates, carbides, nitrides, and chalcogenides, in both micro- and nanoscale forms. Examples include WS₂, MoS₂, TiO₂, Nb₂O₅, LFP, NMC, WC, BN, BCN, rGO, SiC, and various borate/phosphate compounds.
  • 3. Does ESSNANO supply nanomaterials for both R&D and industrial use?
    Yes. ESSNANO supplies research-grade materials for laboratories and universities, and functional-grade materials for startups and industries working in batteries, ceramics, catalysts, and sensors.
  • 4. What industries does ESSNANO serve?
    ESSNANO caters to a wide range of sectors including Academic & Research Institutions, Battery & Energy Storage Startups, Hydrogen & Catalyst Companies, Semiconductor & Sensor Industries, Advanced Coatings & Composite Manufacturers, Ceramics & Pigment Manufacturers, and Government & Defense Research Units.
  • 5. Can ESSNANO develop custom materials as per client specifications?
    Absolutely. We offer custom synthesis services, where clients can specify chemical composition, particle size, morphology, and purity. We tailor synthesis methods such as sol–gel, hydrothermal, solid-state, or CVD based on target properties and applications.
  • 6. What characterization services does ESSNANO provide?
    We provide comprehensive characterization support, including XRD, FESEM/EDS, TEM/HRTEM, XPS, Raman, FTIR, UV–Vis, BET, and EIS analysis. We also provide data interpretation reports to help clients understand structure–property correlations and improve material performance.
  • 7. What consultancy services are offered by ESSNANO?
    Our consultancy covers research guidance for PhD and postdoctoral projects, manuscript writing and publication support (Q1/Q2 journals), data validation and electrochemical interpretation, protocol design for synthesis and testing, and patent drafting and technology transfer assistance.
  • 8. Does ESSNANO provide training or workshops?
    Yes. ESSNANO conducts hands-on training programs and short-term workshops on nanomaterial synthesis, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS), and advanced materials characterization techniques.
  • 9. Can ESSNANO help startups develop energy storage materials?
    Yes. We support battery and energy startups working on lithium-ion, sodium-ion, solid-state, and hybrid systems by supplying optimized cathode, anode, and electrolyte materials such as LFP, NMC, LLZTO, LATP, and Si/C composites.
  • 10. Does ESSNANO develop electrocatalysts for hydrogen production?
    Yes. We specialize in HER, OER, and ORR catalyst materials like WC nanotubes, Mo₂C nanosheets, WS₂/BN heterostructures, and transition-metal borides. These materials are ideal for water splitting, fuel cells, and CO₂ reduction technologies.
  • 11. What role does ESSNANO play in semiconductor and sensor industries?
    We supply high-purity nanomaterials such as MoS₂, WS₂, BN, and SiC that are crucial for MEMS devices, thin-film transistors, gas sensors, and photodetectors, offering tunable band gaps and enhanced carrier mobility.
  • 12. How does ESSNANO contribute to ceramic and pigment manufacturing?
    ESSNANO provides oxide and borate-based pigments (e.g., Fe₂O₃, Cr₂O₃, CoCr₂O₄, ZrSiO₄, TiO₂) for ceramic tiles and functional coatings, with optimized color stability, morphology, and sintering behavior at both micro and nano scales.
  • 13. What synthesis techniques are used at ESSNANO?
    We employ multiple scalable synthesis routes: Wet chemical (sol–gel, co-precipitation, hydrothermal, solvothermal), dry chemical (solid-state, combustion), and advanced techniques (CVD, micro-emulsion, inert atmosphere annealing).
  • 14. Does ESSNANO offer electrochemical testing?
    Yes. We conduct comprehensive electrochemical evaluations such as CV, GCD, DPV, EIS, and LSV for battery electrodes, catalysts, and supercapacitor materials, providing quantitative performance analysis and optimization reports.
  • 15. Can ESSNANO assist in scaling lab results to pre-commercial prototypes?
    Yes. ESSNANO helps R&D teams and startups transition from laboratory research to pilot-scale production by optimizing synthesis parameters, material consistency, and electrochemical performance.
  • 16. What sets ESSNANO apart from other nanomaterial suppliers?
    ESSNANO combines academic rigor with industrial insight — offering not only materials but also scientific consultancy, data interpretation, and process optimization. Our expertise spans chemistry, materials science, and electrochemistry under one roof.
  • 17. What batch sizes can ESSNANO produce?
    We currently offer gram-scale production (5–10 g per batch) for R&D and pilot studies, with provisions to scale further for pre-commercial requirements.
  • 18. How does ESSNANO ensure quality and reproducibility?
    All materials undergo multi-stage characterization (XRD, FESEM/EDS, Raman, XPS) to verify phase purity and morphology. We follow standardized synthesis protocols and QA documentation to ensure reproducibility across batches.
  • 19. Does ESSNANO collaborate with academic institutions?
    Yes. We collaborate with universities, research labs, and PhD scholars to accelerate innovation in nanomaterials for batteries, catalysts, and sensors. ESSNANO provides both consultancy and co-development support for academic publications and patents.
  • 20. How can potential clients contact ESSNANO?
    You can reach us via info@essnano.com, +91-8123451277, or visit us in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. You can also fill out the Quick Inquiry Form on our website with your details and project requirements.