Chrysalix Venture Capital

Chrysalix Venture Capital, established in 2001 and headquartered in Vancouver, is an early-stage venture capital firm specializing in industrial innovation. It invests in and supports promising technologies and entrepreneurs addressing global industrial demands, particularly in clean-tech, renewable energy, agriculture, and related sectors. The firm offers deep industry knowledge, management assistance, networking opportunities, intellectual property management, and direct access to capital.

Greg Allen

Partner

Nicholas Andruschak

Vice President

Fred Van Beuningen

Managing Partner

Charles Haythornthwaite

Senior Partner

Gene J.W. Kim

Venture Partner

Alicia Lenis

Vice President

Wendy Leong

CFO

Past deals in Metals and Mining

Rithmik Solutions

Seed Round in 2024
Rithmik Solutions Ltd. is a Montreal-based company that specializes in developing software solutions tailored for the mining industry. Founded in 2017, Rithmik focuses on predictive maintenance for mobile mining equipment through its artificial intelligence platform. The company's flagship product, the Asset Health Analyzer, utilizes AI to monitor equipment health by creating a virtual model of a healthy asset alongside its physical counterpart. This innovative approach allows for the early detection of deviations from optimal performance, thereby providing insights that help clients reduce maintenance costs and increase equipment uptime. Rithmik Solutions is dedicated to enhancing productivity and profitability within the mining sector through its advanced analytics systems.

Sortera Technologies

Series C in 2023
Sortera Alloys manufactures low-cost, high-quality metal alloys for domestic manufacturing using its artificial intelligence technology. Sortera Alloys is a company based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and was established in 2020.

DTE ehf

Series A in 2023
DTE introduces breakthrough real-time process control analytics for metals production and processing towards Industry 4.0, through our robotic hardware and software solutions, automating current manual sampling processes for improved quality, cost, efficiency and safety.

MineSense

Series E in 2022
MineSense Technologies Ltd. is a mining technology company based in Vancouver, Canada, specializing in sensor-based mineral processing solutions for the global mining industry. Founded in 2008, the company has developed high-frequency electromagnetic sensor (HFEMS) technology, which integrates with material handling equipment to measure and report ore grades in real-time. MineSense offers various systems, including BeltSense, which monitors ore grades on conveyor belts, and ShovelSense, designed for hydraulic shovels to enable online analysis and ore diversion. Additionally, the SortOre system scans ore streams particle-by-particle to optimize sorting processes. The company also provides evaluation tools such as ConductOre for ore characterization and PreCalculatOre for economic modeling of ore pre-concentration techniques. MineSense further supports its clients with laboratory services for mineral sample evaluation, along with professional and field services to enhance mining productivity and recovery. With offices in South America, Australia, and Africa, MineSense is committed to improving the efficiency and sustainability of mining operations worldwide.

Novamera

Series A in 2021
Novamera Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in the mining of gold, copper, and other ores by employing innovative drilling techniques to extract resources from steeply dipping, narrow vein deposits. These deposits are often deemed uneconomic with conventional extraction methods. Novamera has developed a unique approach called Sustainable Mining by Drilling, which integrates high-resolution subsurface imaging with directional drilling in a two-pass process. This method allows for precise identification of the vein's physical shape, enabling more efficient and environmentally friendly mining practices. The company combines proprietary software and hardware with standard mining equipment to improve the efficiency and flexibility of mining operations, ultimately unlocking value in mineral deposits that were previously inaccessible. Headquartered in Mississauga, Canada, Novamera also has an office in Baie Verte, Canada.

Sortera Technologies

Seed Round in 2020
Sortera Alloys manufactures low-cost, high-quality metal alloys for domestic manufacturing using its artificial intelligence technology. Sortera Alloys is a company based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and was established in 2020.

DTE ehf

Series A in 2020
DTE introduces breakthrough real-time process control analytics for metals production and processing towards Industry 4.0, through our robotic hardware and software solutions, automating current manual sampling processes for improved quality, cost, efficiency and safety.

Novamera

Venture Round in 2020
Novamera Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in the mining of gold, copper, and other ores by employing innovative drilling techniques to extract resources from steeply dipping, narrow vein deposits. These deposits are often deemed uneconomic with conventional extraction methods. Novamera has developed a unique approach called Sustainable Mining by Drilling, which integrates high-resolution subsurface imaging with directional drilling in a two-pass process. This method allows for precise identification of the vein's physical shape, enabling more efficient and environmentally friendly mining practices. The company combines proprietary software and hardware with standard mining equipment to improve the efficiency and flexibility of mining operations, ultimately unlocking value in mineral deposits that were previously inaccessible. Headquartered in Mississauga, Canada, Novamera also has an office in Baie Verte, Canada.

MineSense

Series D in 2018
MineSense Technologies Ltd. is a mining technology company based in Vancouver, Canada, specializing in sensor-based mineral processing solutions for the global mining industry. Founded in 2008, the company has developed high-frequency electromagnetic sensor (HFEMS) technology, which integrates with material handling equipment to measure and report ore grades in real-time. MineSense offers various systems, including BeltSense, which monitors ore grades on conveyor belts, and ShovelSense, designed for hydraulic shovels to enable online analysis and ore diversion. Additionally, the SortOre system scans ore streams particle-by-particle to optimize sorting processes. The company also provides evaluation tools such as ConductOre for ore characterization and PreCalculatOre for economic modeling of ore pre-concentration techniques. MineSense further supports its clients with laboratory services for mineral sample evaluation, along with professional and field services to enhance mining productivity and recovery. With offices in South America, Australia, and Africa, MineSense is committed to improving the efficiency and sustainability of mining operations worldwide.

MineSense

Series C in 2017
MineSense Technologies Ltd. is a mining technology company based in Vancouver, Canada, specializing in sensor-based mineral processing solutions for the global mining industry. Founded in 2008, the company has developed high-frequency electromagnetic sensor (HFEMS) technology, which integrates with material handling equipment to measure and report ore grades in real-time. MineSense offers various systems, including BeltSense, which monitors ore grades on conveyor belts, and ShovelSense, designed for hydraulic shovels to enable online analysis and ore diversion. Additionally, the SortOre system scans ore streams particle-by-particle to optimize sorting processes. The company also provides evaluation tools such as ConductOre for ore characterization and PreCalculatOre for economic modeling of ore pre-concentration techniques. MineSense further supports its clients with laboratory services for mineral sample evaluation, along with professional and field services to enhance mining productivity and recovery. With offices in South America, Australia, and Africa, MineSense is committed to improving the efficiency and sustainability of mining operations worldwide.

NanoSteel

Venture Round in 2016
NanoSteel is an advanced materials company focused on the design and commercialization of patented steels with superior mechanical properties derived from their nano-scale microstructure. It specializes in proprietary alloys intended for automotive lightweight applications, developing multiple generations of ferrous materials innovations, including metallic coatings and additive manufacturing powders. With over 300 patents filed and granted globally, NanoSteel's nanostructured steel designs deliver next-generation performance across various industrial sectors, including oil and gas, mining, cement, concrete, and power. Its advanced high strength steel (AHSS) sheet material is particularly significant, as it aims to transform steel usage in the automotive industry by enabling manufacturers to produce new, lightweight vehicles that comply with stringent fuel economy regulations while avoiding costly production processes.

MineSense

Series B in 2016
MineSense Technologies Ltd. is a mining technology company based in Vancouver, Canada, specializing in sensor-based mineral processing solutions for the global mining industry. Founded in 2008, the company has developed high-frequency electromagnetic sensor (HFEMS) technology, which integrates with material handling equipment to measure and report ore grades in real-time. MineSense offers various systems, including BeltSense, which monitors ore grades on conveyor belts, and ShovelSense, designed for hydraulic shovels to enable online analysis and ore diversion. Additionally, the SortOre system scans ore streams particle-by-particle to optimize sorting processes. The company also provides evaluation tools such as ConductOre for ore characterization and PreCalculatOre for economic modeling of ore pre-concentration techniques. MineSense further supports its clients with laboratory services for mineral sample evaluation, along with professional and field services to enhance mining productivity and recovery. With offices in South America, Australia, and Africa, MineSense is committed to improving the efficiency and sustainability of mining operations worldwide.

MineSense

Convertible Note in 2016
MineSense Technologies Ltd. is a mining technology company based in Vancouver, Canada, specializing in sensor-based mineral processing solutions for the global mining industry. Founded in 2008, the company has developed high-frequency electromagnetic sensor (HFEMS) technology, which integrates with material handling equipment to measure and report ore grades in real-time. MineSense offers various systems, including BeltSense, which monitors ore grades on conveyor belts, and ShovelSense, designed for hydraulic shovels to enable online analysis and ore diversion. Additionally, the SortOre system scans ore streams particle-by-particle to optimize sorting processes. The company also provides evaluation tools such as ConductOre for ore characterization and PreCalculatOre for economic modeling of ore pre-concentration techniques. MineSense further supports its clients with laboratory services for mineral sample evaluation, along with professional and field services to enhance mining productivity and recovery. With offices in South America, Australia, and Africa, MineSense is committed to improving the efficiency and sustainability of mining operations worldwide.

MineSense

Series B in 2015
MineSense Technologies Ltd. is a mining technology company based in Vancouver, Canada, specializing in sensor-based mineral processing solutions for the global mining industry. Founded in 2008, the company has developed high-frequency electromagnetic sensor (HFEMS) technology, which integrates with material handling equipment to measure and report ore grades in real-time. MineSense offers various systems, including BeltSense, which monitors ore grades on conveyor belts, and ShovelSense, designed for hydraulic shovels to enable online analysis and ore diversion. Additionally, the SortOre system scans ore streams particle-by-particle to optimize sorting processes. The company also provides evaluation tools such as ConductOre for ore characterization and PreCalculatOre for economic modeling of ore pre-concentration techniques. MineSense further supports its clients with laboratory services for mineral sample evaluation, along with professional and field services to enhance mining productivity and recovery. With offices in South America, Australia, and Africa, MineSense is committed to improving the efficiency and sustainability of mining operations worldwide.

MineSense

Series B in 2014
MineSense Technologies Ltd. is a mining technology company based in Vancouver, Canada, specializing in sensor-based mineral processing solutions for the global mining industry. Founded in 2008, the company has developed high-frequency electromagnetic sensor (HFEMS) technology, which integrates with material handling equipment to measure and report ore grades in real-time. MineSense offers various systems, including BeltSense, which monitors ore grades on conveyor belts, and ShovelSense, designed for hydraulic shovels to enable online analysis and ore diversion. Additionally, the SortOre system scans ore streams particle-by-particle to optimize sorting processes. The company also provides evaluation tools such as ConductOre for ore characterization and PreCalculatOre for economic modeling of ore pre-concentration techniques. MineSense further supports its clients with laboratory services for mineral sample evaluation, along with professional and field services to enhance mining productivity and recovery. With offices in South America, Australia, and Africa, MineSense is committed to improving the efficiency and sustainability of mining operations worldwide.

MineSense

Series A in 2013
MineSense Technologies Ltd. is a mining technology company based in Vancouver, Canada, specializing in sensor-based mineral processing solutions for the global mining industry. Founded in 2008, the company has developed high-frequency electromagnetic sensor (HFEMS) technology, which integrates with material handling equipment to measure and report ore grades in real-time. MineSense offers various systems, including BeltSense, which monitors ore grades on conveyor belts, and ShovelSense, designed for hydraulic shovels to enable online analysis and ore diversion. Additionally, the SortOre system scans ore streams particle-by-particle to optimize sorting processes. The company also provides evaluation tools such as ConductOre for ore characterization and PreCalculatOre for economic modeling of ore pre-concentration techniques. MineSense further supports its clients with laboratory services for mineral sample evaluation, along with professional and field services to enhance mining productivity and recovery. With offices in South America, Australia, and Africa, MineSense is committed to improving the efficiency and sustainability of mining operations worldwide.

NanoSteel

Series C in 2011
NanoSteel is an advanced materials company focused on the design and commercialization of patented steels with superior mechanical properties derived from their nano-scale microstructure. It specializes in proprietary alloys intended for automotive lightweight applications, developing multiple generations of ferrous materials innovations, including metallic coatings and additive manufacturing powders. With over 300 patents filed and granted globally, NanoSteel's nanostructured steel designs deliver next-generation performance across various industrial sectors, including oil and gas, mining, cement, concrete, and power. Its advanced high strength steel (AHSS) sheet material is particularly significant, as it aims to transform steel usage in the automotive industry by enabling manufacturers to produce new, lightweight vehicles that comply with stringent fuel economy regulations while avoiding costly production processes.

NanoSteel

Series B in 2009
NanoSteel is an advanced materials company focused on the design and commercialization of patented steels with superior mechanical properties derived from their nano-scale microstructure. It specializes in proprietary alloys intended for automotive lightweight applications, developing multiple generations of ferrous materials innovations, including metallic coatings and additive manufacturing powders. With over 300 patents filed and granted globally, NanoSteel's nanostructured steel designs deliver next-generation performance across various industrial sectors, including oil and gas, mining, cement, concrete, and power. Its advanced high strength steel (AHSS) sheet material is particularly significant, as it aims to transform steel usage in the automotive industry by enabling manufacturers to produce new, lightweight vehicles that comply with stringent fuel economy regulations while avoiding costly production processes.
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