Founded in 1982, ALZETA has remained committed to developing innovative combustion technologies that offer superior performance while minimizing pollutant emissions. Backed by one of the industry’s most experienced technical teams, our advanced product lines and patented technologies are deployed across a wide range of industries, helping significantly reduce NOx emissions and environmental impact.
ALZETA is an active member of leading industry organizations, including Semiconductor Equipment and Materials International (SEMI), the American Boiler Manufacturers Association (ABMA), and the Industrial Heating Equipment Association (IHEA).
ALZETA is led by a team of dedicated technical experts. With broad management experience, an innovative mindset, and strong ties across the energy industry, we stay ahead of evolving trends and technologies. Our senior management team and Board of Directors hold advanced degrees from leading institutions, including Stanford University, MIT, and the University of California, Berkeley.
Christopher is an accomplished executive with 35 years of engineering and manufacturing operations leadership. He is recognized for efficiently leading contract manufacturing and technology initiatives with clarity, aligning customer requirements with company objectives. Christopher holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from San Jose State University.
Dave has been a member of the ALZETA team since 1990. Dave has more than 30 years of combustion and heat transfer systems-related experience and is responsible for ALZETA’s new product development. Dave holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford University.
Veronica brings more than 30 years of experience in accounting and operational support. As GM and Corporate Controller, she leads all finance, accounting, administrative, and human resources functions for the company. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Business.
Chauncey leads ALZETA’s production team and facilities. With more than 15 years of experience across all aspects of manufacturing, he plays a key role in driving operational efficiency while overseeing facilities, safety, and delivery performance.
John joined the Board in July 2006 and currently serves as Chairman. He is VP of Systems for CAI International, an asset management company based in San Francisco, and serves on the board of Adelante Foundation, a micro-credit non-profit organization in Honduras. John holds degrees in Chemical Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, and in Theology from Fuller Seminary.
John brings 40 years of experience in product management and engineering research and development within the energy and aerospace industries. He has been with ALZETA since 1989 and previously served as the company’s President and CEO. John holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California, Davis, and a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford University. He has also served on the American Boiler Manufacturers Association Board of Directors and as a member of the Advisory Board for the UC Davis Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering.
Tom is the retired Chief of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers San Francisco District Planning Branch. Since joining the District in 1984, he held a range of leadership roles, including Chief of the Water Resources and Engineering branches and the Planning/Engineering Division. He is a registered Civil Engineer in California and holds both undergraduate and graduate degrees in Civil Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley. He has served as a Director of the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association (California Chapter, 1989–1995; National Treasurer, 1994–2003) and as Scouting Executive Officer for the Corps–Bechtel–sponsored Engineering Explorer Post (1992–2006).
Dan is a retired technology executive and licensed financial representative with more than 35 years of experience in the high-tech industry. During his 18 years at Intel Research Labs, he led business and technology initiatives in software-defined networking, mobile and 5G research, cloud computing, and security. Dan holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science & Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Indiana University. Dan remains active with African S.M.I.L.E. and Catalyst Partnerships NW.
George has led engineering teams at startups for most of his career, most recently at Tidemark, Marketo, and Intacct. He has also managed teams at Intuit and Silicon Graphics, and worked at McKinsey & Company following business school. He has served on several non-profit boards, including in treasurer roles. George holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and a Master’s degree in Management from MIT.
Bruce has held finance and operations positions in Northern California firms, ranging from Hewlett-Packard to start-ups, along with family companies. Most recently, he managed a Silicon Valley family office for 15 years, leading investment, legal, and tax advisory functions. Bruce holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Chicago. Bruce is chair of the Audit Committee of the Los Altos Mountain View Community Foundation and a board member of the Los Altos Rotary Endowment Fund.
ALZETA® Corporation founded by Dr. Robert Kendall with technology rights to the Pyrocore® ceramic fiber matrix.
Development and demonstration contracts with Gas Technology Institute (formerly GRI), focusing on low NOx burners.
Introduced Pyromat™ burners, utilizing unique metal fiber technology, leading to the low NOx CSB™.
Introduced the EDGE™ product line technology with Duratherm™, targeting semiconductor, chemical processing and pharmaceutical manufacturing industries.
First beta test of ALZETA TPU combuster at semiconductor manufacturer Texas Instruments in Richardson, Texas.
Release of the ALZETA TPU systems for commercialized POU utilization at semiconductor fabs.
Released the Nanostar™ for low NOx gas turbine systems.
Released the Firestar™ for atmospheric boiler systems.
Development and demonstration of the Porous Head assemblies for POU systems in semiconductor manufacturing.
Completed NASA R&D contract to study characteristics of matrix-stabilized combustion for ultra-clean aviation gas turbines.
Completed commercial heating project demonstrating 5ppm NOx.
Moved facilities from Santa Clara, to a new manufacturing site in San Jose, CA.
Dr. Robert Kendall (December 29, 1931 – December 15, 2002), a co-founder of Acurex Corporation, founded ALZETA® Corporation in 1982 with a commitment to developing advanced combustion technologies that deliver superior performance with the lowest possible emissions. A dedicated scientist and entrepreneur, he had a deep passion for solving complex problems. His expertise in combustion and thermodynamics took him throughout Europe and Asia, where he lectured and built lasting relationships with customers on behalf of ALZETA.
Dr. Kendall earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Chemical Engineering from Stanford University and his Ph.D. from MIT. Deeply committed to education and mentorship, he taught at UC Berkeley Extension and served as a consulting professor in Chemical Engineering at Stanford.
Guided by a strong sense of faith and community, Dr. Kendall was a teacher, youth leader, board member, and elder at St. Luke Lutheran Church. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, he shared with his family a love of competitive swimming, hiking and backpacking, and travel—from adventures in the High Sierra to time spent at the family home on Monterey Bay, as well as journeys around the world.
