Typical carbon steels form a matrix of chemically dissimilar materials – carbide and ferrite. These carbides are strong, yet brittle – immovable at the grain boundaries. In a moist environment, a battery-like effect occurs between the carbides and the ferrites that destroy the steel from the inside out. This effect (a microgalvanic cell) is the primary corrosion initiator that drives the corrosion reaction. The Company’s patented proprietary steel technology forms a matrix that is almost carbide free.

Transmission Electron Microscope photograph of MMFX’s patented microstructure.

MMFX steel has a completely different structure at the nano or atomic scale (a laminated lath structure resembling “plywood”). Steel made using MMFX nanotechnology does not form microgalvanic cells (the driving force behind corrosion). MMFX’s “plywood” effect lends amazing strength, ductility, toughness and corrosion resistance.

Most steel exhibits strength at the cost of ductility (or brittleness). Steel that is made using MMFX’s proprietary technology is not only stronger and tougher (not brittle), but is also significantly more corrosion-resistant than conventional steel. This technology and material composition has enabled the development of high-strength, cost-effective MMFX steels.

MMFX has seven main U.S. patents issued and has filed for patent protection in approximately 50 countries/regions for a total of approximately 350 patent applications.