Here is an update from Kathy Knight as she accompanied Paul and
Gil to Europe:
As promised I have finally transcribed the presentation that Gil Olachea delivered during the
meetings that took place in Switzerland and Germany. It is basically intact, although I
removed the names of companies that Nanopierce is in talks with so as not to compromise
delicate negotiations.
NANOPIERCE TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
AN INTRODUCTION AND BUSINESS DIRECTIVE
OVERVIEW
Nanopierce is an emerging technology based company presently focused on a patented
intellectual property (IP) called Particle Interconnect. The proven IP can significantly
improve electrical, thermal, and mechanical characteristics of electronic products while
reducing cost and extending reliability. Though technically advanced, the IP is easily
adapted and implemented using existing, known equipment and processes. The IP will be
ideally compatible for shrinking electronics such as Telecom, Computers, Consumer and
similar portable applications. These products require faster operating speeds, lower costs,
lighter weight, smaller size, cooler operation and reliable performance. The IP addresses
these issues of concern by engineers, designers and manufacturers to enable significant
product advancements.
Nanopierce will seek out industry leaders in selected markets and license the IP with them.
The recognition by these dominant heads will accelerate the acceptance and
implementation of the IP on greater scales.
Nanopierce will also research and develop additional IP which will compliment its portfolio,
enhance profitability and shareholder value. The intent and design is to expand the
product/service base offering for a solution based company with intrinsic value to its
customers and markets.
Nanopierce will predominantly participate in growth markets which presently are
electronics and information systems based. These areas are Telecom (wireless, cell,
pager, PCS), Computer (laptop, palmtop, notebook) and Consumer (digital camera,
camcorder, G.P.S.). The growth factors of these markets are exponential and the
requirements call for enablements to bring the product advancements to market.
Nanopierce's IP is such an enabling technology.
Nanopierce's present posture does not require intense capitalization and building.
Therefore, the Company can concentrate on serving its licensees and customers as well
as it's long term growth opportunities. To that end, Nanopierce will responsibly contain
costs/expenses and invest with diligence. Key management with diverse and extensive
capabilities will guide the Company's successful achievement of its evolving goals,
objectives and equity.
BUSINESS VISION
Today's electronics products industry is characterized by levels of Interconnect. Better
described: the number of connections required between a request (i.e. key stroke) and
execution (i.e. display or action). The current and dominant method of interconnection is by
way of socketing and connectors. This method impedes breakthroughs in important areas
such as cost, speed, size, weight and reliability. Nanopierce's vision is to replace this
45-year-old practice with an enabling technology accomplishing the same objective with a
patented, proven technology of conductive diamond micro-particles that address the
indices mentioned above.
THE PROBLEM
Connection nodes (known as Interconnects) create challenges and obstacles for product
designers and manufacturers. They exist in all electronic applications in the form of
sockets, connectors, PCBs, switches and semiconductor packages. Connection nodes
behave like traffic signal control lights. They impede quick thru-put, are costly, require
maintenance and consume space. Ideally, no Interconnects would exist.
Advances in new and emerging electronic products require a solution to the problem of
Interconnects.
The answer. . . NANOPIERCE!
TECHNOLOGY DESCRIPTION
The patented technology invokes the use of ultra-fine diamond particles which are
conductively coated and applied to one of two surfaces of an electrical contact. A well
understood and established plating process is employed in applying the diamond particles
to the metallic surface. The remaining, opposing connector surface is placed upon the
deposited diamond material and through light, firm pressure a precise electrical connection
is made.
The modified diamond is an excellent electrical medium with highly favorable thermal
characteristics. Sourcing is readily available. Future materials will be developed to augment
the product family for expanding feature sets.
BENEFITS & FEATURES
Nanopierce's Particle Interconnect offers significant benefits:
* Penetrates oxide ("rust") formation on metal, electrical surfaces
* Easily adaptable to all metal surfaces
* Enhances electrical, high-speed performance for advancing electronics
* Particularly suited for Internet equipment supporting wider bandwidth
* Significant size and weight reduction of bulky connectors for shrinking electronics
* Improved long term favorable cost of ownership to consumer
* Employs existing, well-known plating process techniques and equipment
* Improved thermal dissipation, increases product reliability
MARKET SECTORS
Virtually every electronic related product/market will benefit and find application of
Nanopierce's Particle Interconnect.
* Communication - PCS, Wireless, Cellular, Internet, GSM, RF
* Computer - Laptop, HPC, PDA, Notebook, Portable, Digital
* Consumer - GPS, HDTV, DVD, Personal Electronics, Entertainment
* Transportation - Avionics, Automotive, Safety, Controls, Environment
* Commercial - Telemetry, Manufacturing Equipment, Environment
BUSINESS THRUST
1. Licensing and royalty opportunities
2. Sales of Diamond Particle Interconnect Material
STRATEGY AND TACTICS
1. Licensing
- Partner with industry leaders for quick technology implementation and adoption
- Co -"Brand"
2. Nanopierce Material Sales
- Provide material support for small-volume limited licensee's
- Supports developing infrastructure
- Develop 3rd party application/product developers
POTENTIAL CUSTOMERS CAN BE FOUND AMONG THE FOLLOWING INDUSTRIES:
Connectors, Cables, Flexible Circuits/PCB's, Sockets, OEM Electronics, Semiconductor
Packaging
ISSUES AND CONCERNS
* Access to professional experts
* Unforseen process refinement limitations
* Expanding and developing infrastructure
* Start-up phases of young business, new applications development
* Overcoming perception of new technology adoption
* Dependence on external subcontractors for manufacturing support
* Metal conductors are replaced by poly (synthetic) materials
COMPETITORS
No known competitor using diamond medium as an interconnect
- Shinetsu - Ferro Corporation - Deguyssa Corporation
- Thomas & Betts - Rockwell International - Lucent Technologies
- Rhombic Corp. - Ishihara Sangyo Kaisha Nanopowder Ent.
* Most target special, narrow markets or applications
* Have been unable or had limited success in mass commercialization
- Traditional market flow
- Lack of application awareness
- Non-existent infrastructure
*Threat is minimum to Nanopierce's thrust of market dominance. Most business is
concentrated in "test" sockets. A very small business market representing approximately
$18 Million in OEM sales.
KEY MANAGEMENT
Gil Olachea, President, CEO and Director
His career in the semiconductor industry spans more than 20 years. Gil invested 9 of those
years (1988-1997) in sales and marketing with Amkor Technology, a leader in integrated
circuit (IC) assembly. He served from 1993 as Vice President of Worldwide Marketing and
Communications greatly contributing to the significant sales growth from $485 million to
over $1 billion. From 1979 to 1986, he was with Motorola in various operational capacities.
Gil is widely recognized throughout the industry as an author and speaker. His technical
and P&L background is supported with BSEE, MSEE, and MBA awards.
Paul Metzinger, Executive Vice President and Director
Brings more than 30 years of experience and contacts resulting from actively practicing
securities law in Denver, Colorado. Mr. Metzinger's breadth of experience includes both
national & international private and public offerings, corporate re-capitalizations, mergers,
acquisitions and other financing facilities. Her represents unique value to the Company's
future efforts. During the course of his professional career, Mr. Metzinger has developed
numerous contacts with major financial institutions, investment banking firms, registered
broker-dealers, world-wide accounting and legal firms providing access to key individuals
within these firms.
Mr. Metzinger received his JD from Creighton University, Omaha, NE in 1967 and LLM from
Georgetown University in 1969.
Tom VanderStel, CFO and Vice-President of Operations
His management career in the manufacturing and service sectors spans 16 years. Tom
spent the last 6 years with TVX, Inc., an international manufacturer of digital video
equipment managing and executing IPO's and mergers/acquisitions complements Tom's
experience in domestic and foreign operations. Tom acquired his BA in Business
Administration, Accounting from Hope College.
SUMMARY
* Patented proven technology
* Significant benefits and features to electronics industry
* Experienced, focused management team
* A "Green" Company
* Enables advancements of electronic products and applications
* Excellent growth opportunity
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