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CerMet
Nano-Particle Ceramic Conditioner for Metal Surfaces

White Paper and Case Study

table of contents

executive summary 3 

features and benefits overview 4 

clear advantages over metal .............................................................................. 4 
price versus environment criteria ...................................................................... 5 
increased horsepower, efficiency, fuel economy & lifespan .............................. 5 

independent lab test, re: step load for srv machine 6 

definition ............................................................................................................ 6 
procedure ........................................................................................................... 6 
results & analysis .............................................................................................. 6 

independent field test, re: sae j1321 type ii test 7 

test vehicles ........................................................................................................ 7 
procedure ........................................................................................................... 7 
results & analysis .............................................................................................. 7 

sysco, re: series 60 detroit diesel 9 

definition ............................................................................................................ 9 
procedure ........................................................................................................... 9 
results & analysis .............................................................................................. 9 

g&g shipping, re: cat 3412 turbo 10 

definition .......................................................................................................... 10 
procedure ......................................................................................................... 10 
results & analysis ............................................................................................ 10 
additional recommendations............................................................................ 11 

marquette transportation, re: tugboat jerry jared 12 

definition .......................................................................................................... 12 
procedure ......................................................................................................... 12 
results & analysis ............................................................................................ 12 
recommendation .............................................................................................. 13 

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executive summary

CerMet dramatically outperforms normal metal parts, reduces internal friction,

increases engine performance, and improves fuel efficiencies by providing a harder,
stronger, smoother and less corrosive surface.

Other benefits include better compression, less noise / vibration, and longer lasting
parts.

This white paper and case studies highlights and demonstrates the following benefits:

- DECREASES Replacement and Maintenance Repair Costs

- RENEWS Engines & Parts
- PROTECTS the Metal Surface
- REDUCES Friction, Heat, Corrosion, Harmful Emissions
- INCREASES Compression & Power
- IMPROVES Fuel Efficiency

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features and benefits overview

CerMet is a unique ceramic coating and conditioner that provides part protection and
increased efficiencies without disassembly.

CerMet produces much greater efficiency averages while drastically reducing friction
and increasing power and torque.

CerMet guarantees a 2:1 ROI (note: typical ROI’s range between 3:1 and 12:1) in fuel
economy alone. Other significant savings are attained through extended part life, less
maintenance, and reduced replacement costs.

- Fills existing cavities and voids on the metal surfaces, preventing further
destruction of the metal
- Removes and ties up the hydrogen ions from the steel matrix, forming a very
strong ceramic layer on the metal surface
- Process involves not only the surface, but also the under surface layer of metal,
making the steel cluster smaller and less brittle
- Newly formed layer is extremely slippery, smooth and hard, resisting the
deterioration process
- Micro hardness of 650-750kg/sq mm, compared to < 300kg/sq.mm for most new
parts
- Surface roughness in most new parts is between 0.9 and 2.1 Ra. A CerMet coating has
a surface roughness of 0.06 Ra
- CerMet coating is dielectric and highly corrosion resistant

clear advantages over metal

Experts for years have been building and coating engine and drive train parts with
ceramics to Increase efficiencies of high-performance vehicles with little concern for
price. For the first time, with a revolutionary new nano-particle ceramic-metal
technology, you are able to provide these same performance enhancing features in
your vehicles with a large return-on-investment ratio.

Ceramics have characteristics shared by no other product, providing an unrivaled layer

of protection and extended life; and stand above all other friction reducing and thermal
barrier coatings currently being used in combustion chambers.

Ceramic coatings actually strengthen parts by providing a harder and smoother

surface and are stronger in compression.

Once cured, CerMet provides an integrated layer of ceramic material that can
withstand far more heat and can move heat energy inside the combustion chamber
increasing the effective oxidation of fuel.

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Ceramics will drastically reduce the opportunity for metal fatigue and provide a very
effective corrosion inhibiting film that protects the part against oxidation and imparts
excellent chemical resistance that further extends part life.

price versus environment criteria

In many applications, price is the most important determinant. But when a low-cost
part or an entire engine must be repaired or replaced because of unstoppable wear,
looking to slow down or even reverse this wear may be the key to lowering overall
costs.

The ability to withstand a harsh friction environment, extreme temperatures, and

corrosive elements are just a few applications where the coating of metals with
ceramics can mean the difference between success and failure.

increased horsepower, efficiency, fuel economy & lifespan

Internal engine components are made from dissimilar metals.

Due to the lack of metallurgical similarities of these components, they absorb and
dissipate heat at different cycling periods. Ceramic coatings are used as a barrier
between dissimilar metals to reduce friction, which cause heat, creating unwanted
wear of internal engine components.

By applying ceramic coatings to these dissimilar metal components, it will allow them
to interface with one another more uniformly and compatibly. The ability to protect and
cool engine internal and external components contributes to noticeable horsepower
and performance gains.

The three major contributors to horsepower gain are heat resistance, friction reduction,
and wear protection. Over the years, performance engine builders have been refining
the leading edge of horsepower gains while experimenting with ceramic coatings.

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independent lab test, re: step load for srv machine
definition

The CerMet test was conducted under the ASTM 5706 "Step Load for SRV Machine"
procedure. This test is recognized by the automotive industry as the standard test
emulating engine conditions and is intended to quickly assess the lubricating
properties of the oil in the most severe conditions.

procedure

The test is performed on a calibrated SRV machine loaded with industry standard
specimens - 52100 steel (used in ball bearings) ball on the block

The ball is then loaded on the block with the 1mm stroke under different loads with a
50 Hz frequency. This procedure produces approximately 1 m/s of speed of constant
rubbing on the same pinpoint with an approximate length of 1 mm. The block is
preheated to 135C and one drop of the standard oil is used at the point of contact.

The ball is then loaded, step-wise, with the load changing every 2 minutes. The initial
break in period is conducted as such: 25N-50N-100N-150N-200N-300N.

The test begins rubbing parts at loads of 25N-50N through to 200N in 50N increments,
then at 100N steps until the rubbing parts have seized. The actual friction of coefficient
is measured and plotted throughout the procedure.

Tribology Testing Services conducted 2 tests:

- First, Using only a "Base-Oil , the standard 5W30 Mineral oil currently being used by
General Motors as a first fill in their assembly lines;
- Second, a test was conducted with the same oil plus the CerMet metal treatment.

results & analysis

From the test results one can observe that the test initially traced the base-oil line and
then the base-oil + CerMet solution began to depart the base-oil curve after 15
minutes of testing, thus proving that CerMet started to work and effectively lowered the
friction coefficient after a brief break-in period.

The second test demonstrates a lowered friction coefficient under all loading
conditions, proving that CerMet provides drastically improved lubrication
characteristics over normal base-oil.

Using the CerMet Nano-Particle Ceramic Conditioner will provide a significant return
on investment through a variety of benefits, while protecting and extending part life far
beyond normal expectancies.

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independent field test, re: sae j1321 type ii test

Claude Travis & Associates’ independent SAE J1321 Type II fuel consumption test
proved that CerMet demonstrates a significant and repeatable improvement in fuel
economy.

test vehicles

− International Model 94001 tandem drive

− Engine: Cummins ISX - 450HP
− Transmission: Eaton Fuller 10 speed
− Differential : Rockwell RP 40-145
− Trailer: 50' x 102" Manac van semi-trailer
− Overall vehicle weight: 71,172lbs
− Cargo Weight: 34,5081bs palletized cement
− Instrumentation: Champ Digital Bench Scale
− Model No. 300 calibrated to a max
− Resolution of 1:20000 to weigh fuel.

procedure

The SAE J1321 Type II test was conducted by an independent testing company,
Claude Travis & Associates, implementing the CerMet ceramic-metal conditioning
nano-particle technology.

The SAE J1321 Type II test undoubtedly proved that CerMet improved efficiencies and
significantly reduced fuel consumption under extreme in-service use. This procedure is
a rigorous and tightly managed industry standard test to detect and calculate in-
service fuel consumption. (It is notable that these test vehicles cargo weight is higher
than industry standards and engine idle-time of 2% is lower than the national truck
fleet averages. This is not a standard ratio that the trucking industry will use.

results & analysis

During the multiple short 60-mile runs of this SAE test, CerMet displayed a remarkable
2.26% decrease in fuel consumption, under extreme load, several starts and stops,
virtually no idling and no partial and/or lighter loads.

It is easy to understand why CerMet, in the real world, provides fuel consumption
decrease averages between 5% and 15% with the introduction of longer runs, partial
and/or lighter loads, fewer starts and stops, and higher industry average idling as
explained in detail below. When these items are introduced

Please note that the SAE J1321 Type II test procedure is not designed for CerMet’s
lengthy break-in period. Typically, it takes about two thousand miles for CerMet to
complete its protective coating and “peak” in its performance.

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independent field test, re: sae j1321 type ii test continued

CerMet works best when internal friction losses are a bigger part of the overall
resistance equation. For example, when fuel energy is being used in an extreme
heavy load situation, such as heavy equipment, the majority of the resistance is gravity
and heavy load; not internal friction.

Contrarily, when a large mass is already moving at 60 mph, the mass has momentum
and internal friction is a much larger part of the resistance equation; and since CerMet
ceramic conditioner significantly reduces this friction, the overall mechanism increases
in efficiency and thus reduces fuel consumption.

Ultimately, longer runs allows CerMet to provide a larger reduction of fuel consumption
percentage as compared to the 60 mile SAE Test runs with several starts and stops.

Additionally, when an engine or mechanism is on-idle or under constant load or lighter

load, several other resistance elements are also removed from the equation and
internal friction losses becomes the largest resistance factor.

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SYSCO
Decrease in Fuel Consumption : 12%
Part Protection Lifespan: 60k Miles
Total Savings Per Yea r : $ 2,451
Est. Savings across entire fleet : $21 mil
Other savings per vehicle : $1,500
sysco, re: series 60 detroit diesel
definition
The CerMet test was performed on ten (10) single axle 9100 International tractors with
Series 60 Detroit Diesel 11 and 12 liter engines. They run a combination of city and
highway miles and average about 28% idle time. The test was only conducted for fuel
savings data only and all other base line tests were not performed.
procedure
Base line fuel data, miles per gallon, and odometer readings were tracked for future
comparison. Each tractor received 50 ml of CerMet for Diesel Engines and were driven
for over 2000 miles. After treatment fuel data, miles per gallon and odometer readings
were taken and compared to original base line data.
results & analysis
The CerMet After-Treatment test data showed an average 12% improvement in fuel
economy. Each tractor produced an average 6.05 miles per gallon before the
treatment and 6.78 mpg after. This improvement extrapolates out to a yearly savings
of approximately $2,451 per tractor, multiplied by SYSCO's entire fleet generates an
estimated savings over $21 million per year, bringing an overall Return On Investment
(ROI) ratio of 5:1 just in fuel savings alone.
All other benefits, such as; less oil consumption less maintenance costs, and
increased part and engine life will dramatically increase the ROI. Importantly, the test
was started at the end of summer and finished in the winter where historically more
fuel is burned, thus reducing overall average MPG, because of additional idle time. So
instead of average MPG going down a few points during these months, MPG actually
increased by 12%.
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G & G Shipping
Decrease in Oil Consumption : 42%
Est. Incr ease in Power : 18%
Decrease in Fuel Consumption : 15%
Decrease in Travel Time : 8%
Part Protection Lifespan: 2000
Total Savings Per Yea r : $ 68.4K
Est. Savings across entire fleet : $820K
g&g shipping, re: cat 3412 turbo
definition
The CerMet test was conducted on the G& G Shipping "Bahama Ranger" utilizing two
Caterpillar 3412 Turbo Engines and two gearboxes. The oil capacities for these
engines are 36 gallons each, and the oil capacities for the gearboxes were 7 gallons
each.
Engine wear: The vessel was burning through twelve gallons of oil per day.
procedure
The Bahama Ranger's engines and gearboxes were treated with CerMet while at the
dock between shipments, The entire initial procedure took about fifteen minutes, 200
ml. of CerMet was applied to each engine (by adding Io the oil), treating 72 gallons of
oil in total, taking into consideration some loss of CerMet through current engine oil
loss calculations. The vessel sailed at normal intervals, carrying similar loads, and
running at normal speeds for over 200 hours allowing CerMet to completely work
throughout the engine and gearbox.
results & analysis
Base line data was collected for two months prior to the CerMet test, then the engines
and gearboxes were treated and run for approximately seventy-five days. After
treatment data was then carefully collected, compared and analyzed. Our efforts
concentrated on comparing "like" voyages, engine runs and loads. We are always
conscious of external conditions and variables that may have an effect on any test
Hrs. outcome and we may mathematically adjust for these anomalies accordingly.
The Bahama Ranger was burning approximately 12 gallons of oil per day and soon
after the CerMet treatment, the vessel showed a dramatic reduction in oil consumption
now burning only 7 gallons per day, a savings of 42%
CerMet not only cleaned the cylinder walls, piston rings, bearings and other engine
parts of oxidation and corrosion, but has begun to repair the surface and build the new
ceramic-metal layer.
According to the vessel's data, the engine's RPMs had not been dialed down during or
after the CerMet treatment from the typical operating speed of 1600RPM, thus
allowing the vessel to bum the same amount of fuel per hour for each voyage.
Therefore, the method used for calculating fuel savings and efficiency increases was
Overall Voyage Time comparisons.
The average decreases in voyage times were approximately 8%, an overall average
fuel saving of 8%.
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g&g shipping, re: cat 3412 turbo continued

additional recommendations

If the engine's RPMs are reduced to keep the vessel on normal schedules, the overall
internal load will thus be reduced and the Bahama Ranger should see fuel savings
closer to 15%, let alone significant additional savings in engine wear, maintenance and
oil loss.

It is recommended for G&G Shipping to calculate where the greatest savings for the
company ultimately lie, either through quicker shipments or less wear and energy
consumption on the engines. With these estimates and extrapolating across G&G’s
entire fleet we believe the overall company savings could conservatively be over
$800,000, a return on investment over 5:1

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Marquette Transportation
Decrease in Oil Consumption : 48%
Est. Incr ease in Power : 15%
Decrease in Fuel Consumption : 9.5%
Decrease in Engine Heat: 25%
Total Savings Per Yea r : $ 16.6K
Est. Savings across entire fleet : $7K
marquette transportation, re: tugboat jerry jared
definition
The CerMet lest was conducted on the Tugboat Jerry Jared utilizing 2 (two) Detroit
Diesel Engines and 2 (two) gearboxes.
The oil capacities for these engines were 400 gallons (including reserves), and the oil
capacities for the gearboxes were 70 gallons.
Engine wear: The vessel was burning through 28 (twenty-eight) gallons of oil per day
and was about to enter dry-dock for engine maintenance.
procedure
The Jerry Jared's engines and gearboxes were treated with CerMet while at the dock
between shipments. The entire Initial procedure took about fifteen minutes. 240 ml of
CerMet was applied to each engine (by adding to the oil), treating 45 gallons of oil
each in total, taking into consideration some loss of CerMet through current engine oil
loss calculations.
The vessel sailed at normal intervals, carrying similar loads, and running at normal
speeds for over 720 hours allowing CerMet to completely work throughout the engine
and gearbox.
results & analysis
Base line data was collected for two months prior to the CerMet test. then the engines
and gearboxes were treated and run for approximately 30 (thirty) days. After treatment
data was then carefully collected, compared and analyzed. Our efforts concentrated
on comparing "like" voyages, engine runs and loads. We are always conscious of
external conditions and variables that may have an effect on any test outcome and we
may mathematically adjust for these anomalies accordingly.
The Jerry Jared tugboat was burning approximately 28 gallons of oil per day. Soon
after the CerMet treatment, the vessel showed a reduction in oil consumption, now
burning only 15 gallons per day, a savings of 48%.
CerMet has not only cleaned the cylinder walls, piston rings, bearings and other
engine parts of oxidation and corrosion, but has begun to repair the surface and build
the new ceramic metal layer.
One major noticeable change was the decrease in engine heat by 25%.
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marquette transportation, re: tugboat jerry jared continued

recommendation

The Jerry Jared tugboat would benefit from another CerMet treatment to continue to
reduce the massive daily oil consumption.

Once the oil consumption is under control additional benefits will appear with
additional improved fuel economy, extended part life, and reduction in downtime for
engine repair.

With these estimates and extrapolating across Marquette Transportation’s entire fleet
we believe the overall company savings could conservatively be over $700,000, a
return on investment 6:1.

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