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Forge Nano

Louisville, US · Delaware corporation · 1 known investors

Forge Nano develops the Atomic Armor platform, based on its patented ALDˣ atomic layer deposition architecture, to apply atomically precise coatings that improve batteries, semiconductor wafers, powders, and structural components. It sells lithium-ion cells and ALD coating equipment to energy, defense, aerospace, semiconductor, and quantum hardware customers, and operates a North Carolina gigafactory for domestic lithium-ion cell manufacturing.

Advanced ManufacturingEnergyNew MaterialsSemiconductors

Founders & leadership

PLPaul Lichty
Paul LichtyFounder
BF
Bill FleckyExecutive
DT
Dennis TownsendNamed on SEC filing
JM
Jack McFarlandNamed on SEC filing
DK
David KingNamed on SEC filing
JT
James TreveyNamed on SEC filing

Investors · 1

LG Technology VenturesSanta Clara

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$72.7M disclosed across 6 of 7 rounds · 2017–2025

▶$44.2MraisedJan 2024 · 25 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Michael DannerDirector
  • Chris LeeDirector
  • Millicent Pitts-DiCiccoDirector
  • Gary UllmanDirector
  • Paul LichtyExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$70M
Amount sold
$44.2M
Minimum investment
$1
Placement agents
Pickwick Capital Partners
First sale
Dec 2022
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$670KraisedMar 2022 · 4 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • James TreveyDirector
  • Jim LaCasseDirector
  • Paul LichtyExecutive Officer, Director
  • Thomas LehnertDirector
  • Michael DannerDirector
Offering amount
$7.5M
Amount sold
$670K
Minimum investment
$1
First sale
Feb 2022
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$2.8MraisedJun 2021 · 23 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • James TreveyDirector
  • Michael DannerDirector
  • Paul LichtyExecutive Officer, Director
  • Ingo DrescherDirector
  • Michael KleinbergExecutive Officer
  • James LaCasseDirector
  • Jack McFarlandExecutive Officer
Offering amount
$10M
Amount sold
$2.8M
First sale
Jun 2021
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2017
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$21MraisedJan 2019 · 33 investors · Manufacturing
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Paul LichtyExecutive Officer, Director
  • Jack McFarlandExecutive Officer
  • Dennis TownsendDirector
  • David KingDirector
  • Michael DannerDirector
  • James TreveyDirector
  • Reuben SarkarExecutive Officer
Offering amount
$31M
Amount sold
$21M
Minimum investment
$25K
Sales commissions
$110.5K
Placement agents
Silver Leaf Partners, LLC
First sale
Dec 2018
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$1MraisedAug 2018 · 14 investors · Manufacturing
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • JACK MCFARLANDExecutive Officer
  • JAMES TREVEYDirector
  • Paul LichtyExecutive Officer, Director
  • MICHAEL DANNERDirector
  • DENNIS TOWNSENDDirector
  • DAVID KINGDirector
Offering amount
$1M
Amount sold
$1M
Minimum investment
$25K
Sales commissions
$27.5K
Placement agents
Silver Leaf Partners, LLC
First sale
Aug 2018
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$3MraisedOct 2017 · 25 investors · Manufacturing
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Bill FleckyExecutive Officer
  • Dennis TownsendDirector
  • Paul LichtyExecutive Officer, Director
  • Jack McFarlandExecutive Officer
  • David KingDirector
  • James TreveyExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$3.5M
Amount sold
$3M
Minimum investment
$50K
Sales commissions
$106.8K
Placement agents
Silver Leaf Partners, LLC
First sale
Sep 2017
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

Competitors · 4

by search overlap
Peaknano10 shared keywordsPeak Nano develops NanoPlex hybrid nanolayer polymer films, a class of engineered metamaterials that control material behavior at the molecular level to improve power, efficiency, and longevity. Its products serve energy infrastructure, electric vehicles, aerospace, defense, and packaging applications, with U.S.-based engineering and manufacturing.
Actnano7 shared keywordsactnano develops PFAS-free, gel-state conformal coatings (Advanced nanoGUARD) that protect printed circuit boards and electronics from water, condensation, and harsh environments. It serves automotive/ADAS, consumer electronics, medical, solar, industrial, and optical markets, and can integrate the coatings into existing manufacturing lines.
Nano Nuclear Energy7 shared keywordsNANO Nuclear Energy is a vertically integrated company developing advanced portable microreactor technology, including the KRONOS MMR, spanning reactor design, safety analysis, fuel cycle facilities, and licensing. Publicly listed on NASDAQ, it serves the advanced nuclear energy sector.
MECHnano6 shared keywordsMechnano develops additive manufacturing materials that incorporate discrete, dispersed, and functionalized carbon nanotubes (dCNT) to improve properties such as static dissipation, impact resistance, tear resistance, and tensile strength. It supplies high-performance 3D printing materials for industries needing more reliable and economical parts.

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In the news

Forge Nano breaks ground on battery gigafactory in North Carolinaevertiq.com · Aug 2026Chipmaker’s RTP-area expansion promises 250 jobs — and a boost to national security :: WRAL.comwral.com · Aug 2026Forge Nano Breaks Ground on “America’s Battery Gigafactory” to Strengthen U.S. Defense Supply Chains | Markets Insidermarkets.businessinsider.com · Aug 2026Forge Nano and ATII Holdings (ATII) outline SPAC merger, DOE funding and ALD pushstocktitan.net · Jul 2026Forge Nano Secures $40M to Scale U.S. Battery Manufacturing and Commercial Semiconductor Equipment Businessesglobenewswire.com · Apr 2025Forge Nano Raises $40M in New Fundingfinsmes.com · Apr 2025

Frequently asked questions

What does Forge Nano do?
Forge Nano develops the Atomic Armor platform, based on its patented ALDˣ atomic layer deposition architecture, to apply atomically precise coatings that improve batteries, semiconductor wafers, powders, and structural components. It sells lithium-ion cells and ALD coating equipment to energy, defense, aerospace, semiconductor, and quantum hardware customers, and operates a North Carolina gigafactory for domestic lithium-ion cell manufacturing.
Who founded Forge Nano?
Forge Nano was founded by Paul Lichty.
Who are Forge Nano's investors?
Forge Nano's investors include LG Technology Ventures.
How much funding has Forge Nano raised?
Forge Nano has disclosed $72.7M raised across 6 of its 7 known rounds.
Where is Forge Nano headquartered?
Forge Nano is headquartered in Louisville, US.