About Us
At Lumetallix, we are committed to safeguarding families and communities from the dangers of lead exposure through our revolutionary lead detection technology. Invented by scientists at the AMOLF institute in Amsterdam, Netherlands, Lumetallix is a cutting-edge technology now available to everyone.
Our Mission
Recognizing the severe health risks associated with lead exposure, especially in children, our goal is to provide accessible and reliable tools for identifying lead in various environments. Our mission is to empower individuals, families, and professionals to detect lead presence swiftly and accurately, promoting safer living and working spaces.
Our Solution
Lumetallix offers a groundbreaking spray-on reagent that reacts with lead—and only lead—forming a perovskite compound that fluoresces green under our LeadLight. This method detects lead concentrations as low as 200 parts per million (ppm) with the naked eye. With nanogram sensitivity, Lumetallix allows users to identify individual pieces of invisible lead dust—the most significant source of childhood lead poisoning. Our product is designed for user-friendliness, ensuring anyone can perform lead tests effectively.
Our Team
Our leadership brings together experts in science and business, united by a commitment to revolutionizing lead detection and promoting safety:
Dr. Lukas Helmbrecht, Co-founder & CTO: Lukas completed his PhD in chemistry at AMOLF, where he co-invented the technology behind Lumetallix. He is passionate about leveraging scientific research to make a tangible societal impact.
Prof. Wim Noorduin, Co-founder: Wim is a professor at the University of Amsterdam and scientific group leader at AMOLF, where the Lumetallix technology was first developed.
Jeroen van den Bosch, Co-founder & COO: Entrepreneur with more than a decade of experience in sales, business development, innovation and strategy. Jereon is passionate about innovation, growth, and social impact.
Xander Terpstra, Co-founder & CEO: With three decades of experience in international business development in the coatings and environmental technologies sectors, Xander brings invaluable expertise to our mission.
Joe Levitch, owner of Lead Locators, the U.S. distributor of Lumetallix, is a licensed lead inspector and remodeling professional dedicated to advancing lead safety awareness and ensuring accessible, reliable detection solutions for homeowners, renovators, and safety-conscious consumers.
