Microsphere Material Solutions is a technology-transfer company founded in January 2016 by Avi Edery, John Howard, and Matthew DeMay after the founders identified a need for stronger, lighter foam materials. Based on materials research and development, the company moves early-stage innovations toward commercial and government use, including buoyancy applications for undersea and surface vehicles.
Empire Foam SolutionsFrom its Upstate New York base, family-owned Empire Foam Solutions manufactures and installs marine flotation foam across the United States, including its U.S. Coast Guard-approved Bio-Renew formulation. The company brings more than 15 years of foam-development experience and a maritime background to buoyancy projects, while also producing custom polyurethane formulations and the portable M-Power low-pressure spray foam system. Technical support comes directly from the owner, senior equipment technician, and design chemist.SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY
Aries Science & Technology LLCFrom its Columbus base, Aries Science & Technology develops customized biobased microspheres and encapsulation solutions for specialized manufacturing applications. With more than 20 years of experience in custom microsphere development, the company builds its work around proprietary platforms such as Levupol and SiRamic, including safer alternatives for controlled release and polymer microcapsules. Its chemistry emphasizes sustainable feedstocks and avoids formaldehyde, isocyanates and bisphenol A.WESTERVILLE, OH
Smithers-Oasis Engineered ProductsFounded in 1954 with the invention of water-absorbing foam, Smithers-Oasis Engineered Products manufactures specialty rigid phenolic and bio-based foams for demanding applications. Based in Kent, Ohio, the company draws on more than 70 years of foaming expertise to work with customers on material selection, testing and custom solutions, including absorbent foams and finely detailed modeling foam.KENT, OH
TJC PolymersBuilt by former Air Force Research Laboratory and advanced-materials leaders, TJC Polymers is a Dayton company known for applying deep polymer-science expertise to difficult protection and performance challenges. Its U.S.-made, Berry-compliant micro-composite fibers are developed with customers for applications where lower weight and demanding thermal or mechanical performance matter, including protective gear and aerospace structures. The company’s leadership brings more than 80 years of combined experience and a portfolio of 75 patents.DAYTON, OH