SiTration, Inc.

SiTration, Inc. is a materials recovery company founded in 2020 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

As an MIT spinout, it focuses on the low-cost, chemical-free, and energy-efficient extraction of critical minerals from various sources, including mining, refining, and recycling industries. The company aims to unlock the full value of mining by recovering minerals from waste streams while minimizing environmental impact. SiTration's proprietary technology utilizes electrified silicon membranes for efficient material separation. This innovative process simplifies traditional mining and refining methods into two main steps: filtration and electrochemical extraction. The technology allows for the recovery of critical minerals such as copper, cobalt, nickel, lithium, and rare earth elements, achieving recovery rates of up to 95% from end-of-life electric vehicle batteries. SiTration serves the B2B market, targeting sectors like mining, battery recycling, and clean energy manufacturing, helping clients reduce costs and pollution while recovering valuable materials.