About TrimTabs
Building the Industrial Future of Advanced Conductors
Our Mission
At TrimTabs, we are committed to revolutionizing the production of carbon nanotubes while addressing one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time: plastic waste. Our mission is to transform waste materials into high-value nanomaterials that enable breakthrough innovations across multiple industries.
We believe that advanced materials research and environmental stewardship are not competing priorities—they are complementary forces that drive sustainable innovation. Through our proprietary technology, we demonstrate that industrial processes can be both economically viable and environmentally responsible, creating value for our partners while contributing to a circular economy.
The Trimtab Philosophy
Our name is inspired by the concept of a "trim tab"—a small rudder that controls a larger rudder on a ship, enabling precise steering with minimal effort. This principle embodies our approach to creating transformative change through focused innovation.
"Something hit me very hard once, thinking about what one little man could do. Think of the Queen Mary—the whole ship goes by and then comes the rudder. And there's a tiny thing at the edge of the rudder called a trim tab. It's a miniature rudder. Just moving the little trim tab builds a low pressure that pulls the rudder around. Takes almost no effort at all."
Like the trim tab, we focus our efforts on strategic innovations that can redirect entire industries toward sustainability. By developing breakthrough technology for carbon nanotube production from waste plastic, we create ripple effects that extend far beyond our immediate operations.
Our Approach
We take a holistic approach to nanotechnology development, integrating rigorous scientific research with practical industrial applications. Our work is grounded in fundamental materials science, validated through independent testing and peer-reviewed publications, and refined through close collaboration with industry partners.
By maintaining strong connections with academic institutions, manufacturing partners, and environmental organizations, we ensure that our technology addresses real-world needs while advancing the frontiers of nanomaterials research. This collaborative ecosystem enables us to accelerate innovation and bring sustainable solutions to market more effectively.
