Niron Magnetics, Inc.

What an incredible milestone for Niron Magnetics! Earlier this month, our ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the official opening of our first commercial pilot plant and we couldn’t be prouder of what this means for the future of sustainable technology. With leaders from our local Minnesota government, the Department of Energy, our partners and investors, and many others in attendance, we showcased the impact of Niron’s Clean Earth Magnet® technology on reducing reliance on rare earth elements and advancing clean energy solutions.   The event featured a special performance of the U.S. National Anthem on the world’s first electric guitar made with Niron’s rare-earth-free magnets, facility tours showcasing our technology and processes, and speeches from some of our special guests. A special thanks to our employees and their hard work, everyone who made this event a success, and to all of our partners who continue to believe in our mission. Check out some images from the event below.

At our recent ribbon-cutting ceremony, we celebrated in a truly unique way—by playing the U.S. National Anthem on the world’s first electric guitar made with Niron Magnetics’ Clean Earth Magnet® technology!    This guitar features pickups made with Clean Earth Magnets in our vibrant Niron Green. Crafted without rare earth elements, our magnets not only deliver incredible sound but also support our mission to transform industries like electronics, electric vehicles, and more with sustainable technology.    A big shoutout to Matt Kirkwold for the amazing performance, which was a perfect tribute to our commitment to American innovation and manufacturing. We also want to thank MISCO Minneapolis Speaker Company for providing the Little Walter amp featuring their Tone Speak guitar speaker for this performance, Derry O’Byrne for building the guitar body to reflect Niron’s values of sustainability and innovation, and Vig Guitars for the handwound Clean Earth Magnet pickups. Check out some pictures below!

Last week, GM Ventures was proud to have our very own Daniel Bouie speak at the grand opening of Niron Magnetics, Inc.'s first-of-its-kind commercial pilot plant for production of rare-earth-free permanent magnets. The Minnesota-based facility has production capacity of more than 5 tons of Clean Earth Magnets and represents an important step in reaching full-scale production. As announced last year, GM and Niron have a strategic partnership agreement to explore the potential use of these magnets in EV motors.

Last week, Niron Magnetics held the ribbon-cutting ceremony for our commercial pilot plant in Minneapolis and we’re proud to be featured in The Minnesota Star Tribune! The article highlights how our rare-earth-free magnets, made from iron and nitrogen, could help reduce reliance on China for critical metals used in electric vehicles, wind turbines, and more. It also spotlights the great work we’re doing right here in Minnesota to support the U.S. energy transition, as well as showcasing some of our partners who attended the event to show their support. Read more about how our Minnesota-grown innovation is transforming the energy transition here: https://lnkd.in/etzDzzTD

Yesterday, Niron Magnetics was excited to host the ribbon-cutting ceremony of our commercial pilot plant in Minneapolis! This milestone marks a significant step forward in our mission to produce sustainable, rare-earth-free permanent magnets right here in the US. This facility is the first-of-its-kind and produces a sustainable alternative to rare earth permanent magnets that are critical inputs to a wide variety of technologies and industries including electric vehicles, wind energy, and consumer electronics. As we continue to scale, we’re proud to support industries that are driving the shift toward a sustainable, electrified world. A big thank you to the Niron Magnetics team, and everyone who has supported us along this journey. Thank you our speakers who shared their support during the event, including Mayor Jacob Frey, Representative Pete Stauber, Representative Betty McCollum, Senator Amy Klobuchar, GM Ventures Principal Daniel Bouie, and Deputy Director of Technology at ARPA-E Dr. Daniel Cunningham. We couldn’t have reached this milestone without your dedication and belief in our vision!

Congratulations to Drew Masters for winning the pitch competition at the Centrepolis Accelerator @ Lawrence Technological University's C3 Summit last week in Michigan! Drew presented on Niron Magnetics’ innovative Clean Earth Magnet® technology and its important role in supporting the energy transition. We are honored to be recognized in the Critical Clean Energy Materials category as part of the C3 Accelerator, which supports the development and scaling of Cleantech, ClimateTech, and Circular Economy technologies. Thank you to the C3 Accelerator for this recognition and for hosting such an impactful event!

UMN Technology Commercialization's startup, Niron Magnetics, Inc., has selected Sartell, MN out of 75 potential sites, as the site for its new manufacturing plant. This new facility is initially slated to bring 175 jobs to the area. Niron Magnetics Inc. is producing the world’s first high-performance, rare earth-free permanent magnets, invented by Jian-Ping Wang. These magnets are critical components of green technologies such as electric vehicle motors, wind turbines, and energy-efficient consumer electronics. Read more: https://bit.ly/3BpbcBC

Niron Magnetics is excited to announce that we've selected Sartell, Minnesota, as the site for our first full-scale manufacturing plant! This 150,000-square-foot facility is a major milestone in our mission to revolutionize American manufacturing with rare earth-free permanent magnets. These magnets will play a critical role in advancing industries like electric vehicles, renewable energy, consumer electronics, and more. The new plant will create 175 high-quality jobs and drive over $270 million in investments into the local economy, highlighting our commitment to American manufacturing and sustainable growth for future generations. We’re proud to partner with the City Of Sartell on this exciting journey toward a greener, more sustainable future. See the full announcement here:  https://lnkd.in/emw5cZ2P

We're excited to share that Niron Magnetics has been featured in National Defense Magazine, following our recent participation in National Defense Industrial Association - (NDIA)'s 2024 Emerging Technologies for Defense Conference & Exhibition in Washington, DC. The article highlights our innovative work on rare earth-free permanent magnets, showcasing the potential impact of our technology in both defense and civilian applications. Our CTO, Frank Johnson, who presented at the conference's Game Changing Emerging Technologies session, shared insights on our Clean Earth Magnet® technology and some of its features and benefits in the article. As we continue to transform magnet technology, we're proud to be recognized for our role in reshaping the future of critical materials and sustainable innovation. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/egAxGbND

Yesterday, we were honored to welcome Gregg Cremer and Xin Wu from the U.S. Department of Energy’s ARPA-E to Niron’s Commercial Pilot Plant. ARPA-E’s support and partnership over the years have been invaluable as we continue our journey to transform the magnet industry with sustainable, rare earth-free alternatives. It was a pleasure to showcase our progress and discuss the future of clean energy innovation. A big thank you to ARPA-E for their continued collaboration, and we look forward to what’s ahead. Check out some pictures from the visit below.