# Tempra Technology

Self-Heating & Self-Chilling Food & Beverages!

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- Entity ID: wefunder:company:157267
- Last updated: 2026-06-07T23:54:19Z
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## Quick facts
- $30M+ raised from institutional and strategic investors.
- Patent portfolio valued at $500+ million, with 85 issued patents and 28 pending.
- Acquired patents and IP for a biodegradable plastic material made from used coffee grounds.
- Planned IPO on the new digital trading platform: State Stox NY Trading Market (this is not the NYSE)
- Ready to Eat (RTE) meals market is projected to expand from $143.86B in 2021 to $225.28B.
- Manufacturing and License Agreements in place affording scalability.
- Shelf-stable for 2+ years, without requiring refrigeration or a heat source. No more food spoilage!
- Led by industry veterans with decades of experience in thermal technology and innovation

## Active fundraises
- wefunder:fundraise:116446: 4(a)(6) successful (USD)
- wefunder:fundraise:116445: 4(a)(6) open (USD)

## Story
Food is essential — especially in a crisis. Not only is a warm meal or a hot cup of coffee one less thing someone has to worry about in the wake of a disaster, but it's also a reminder that you are not alone. What is Tempra?Tempra Technology, Inc. is setting a new standard with patented self-heating and self-chilling packaging that delivers unmatched convenience—without compromising on safety or sustainability.Our revolutionary products heat or chill beverages and meals on demand - no batteries, electricity, or external devices needed! Tempra is not just innovating packaging; we’re creating an entirely new packaging category.Our solutions go beyond convenience - they’re built for a sustainable future:Zero emissions, no harmful chemicalsSustainable and biodegradable packaging materials36+ month shelf lifePerfect for on-the-go lifestyles, emergency response, and military applicationsIntroducing the Next Big Thing in ConvenienceHesitant to put your food in the communal microwave at the office?Tempra Technology, Inc. is setting a new standard with patented self-heating and self-chilling packaging that delivers unmatched convenience—without compromising on safety or sustainability.Whether you're cooling off on a hike or warming up a meal at work, Tempra’s technology works wherever life takes you.2+ year shelf-life, no refrigeration, no spoilage, no need for external source of heating!Tempra’s self-heating meal kits provide hot meals without the need for external heating sources. This versatile technology can be applied to dozens of other consumer goods including coffee, tea, hot cocoa, cosmetics and more.Tempra is not just innovating packaging; we’re creating an entirely new packaging category. Our revolutionary products heat or chill beverages and meals on demand - no batteries, electricity, or external devices needed! Whether you're cooling off on a hike or warming up a meal at work, Tempra’s technology works wherever life takes you.Introducing the Next Big Thing in SustainabilityA Game-Changer for Sustainable Packaging: Tempra has secured exclusive rights to a breakthrough bioplastic technology by acquiring the IP portfolio—four newly issued patents—from PolyX Labs. This innovation transforms spent coffee grounds into a high-performance, biodegradable plastic alternative.Why is this a big deal? Because this material isn’t just sustainable—it’s recyclable, compostable and scalable. It offers Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) brands a real solution to phase out non-recyclable plastics and meet global sustainability mandates, enabling a true circular economy.We are in the process of testing this material in our Self-Heating Food Bowl molds. In addition, we have recently launched a pilot with four Starbucks locations in Hungary, test marketing a reusable coffee cups made entirely from this bioplastic. Early traction is strong.Now imagine the upside: Every Starbucks, Dunkin’, McDonald’s, and 7-Eleven replacing plastic lids and cups with this material. Beyond foodservice—think packaging, utensils, containers, and more.This technology in combination with our Self-Heating technology, gives Tempra a first-mover advantage in a multi-billion-dollar market, unlocking new high-margin revenue streams and transforming us into a sustainability-first, IP-driven company at the forefront of next-gen packaging.We're not just reducing plastic—we're redefining it.Meeting Global Market Demand Where It’s Needed MostWith a world hungry for convenience, Tempra’s on-demand, eco-friendly packaging technology stands at the threshold of massive opportunity.At this very moment, millions of Ukrainians are struggling to put food on the table as war continues to disrupt food production and distribution. “Food, in essence, gives you hope that maybe tomorrow will be better. That’s why a plate of food is so important in those moments.” - Chef José Andrés (Founder World Central Kitchen) wck.orgThe situation is so dire that humanitarian organizations are calling for urgent food donations to help families facing hunger. But it’s not enough.“The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has created a devastating food security crisis...Millions of Ukrainians have been displaced from their homes, and critical infrastructure has been damaged, making it difficult for people to access the food they need.” -Actor & Humanitarian Liev Schrieber (Co-Founder of Blue Check Ukraine). bluecheck.inTempra, with its patented groundbreaking packaging technology, addresses this challenge by offering safe and environmentally friendly, self-heating meals and self-heating beverages suited for humanitarian purposes, ensuring access to nutritious and delicious sustenance anytime, anywhere."While the World Central Kitchen, Blue Check Ukraine and other organizations are amazing at getting food and aid to these disaster areas, it often takes a week or longer for the mobile kitchens to be delivered and set up to prepare and cook the food. This is where Tempra comes in. Because our products require no refrigeration or microwaves ... we can truly be a first responder." -- Barney J. Guarino, Tempra Technology Founder & CEO The crises in war-torn areas, in addition to the widespread consumer demand for ready meals and beverages, provide Tempra with substantial opportunities for huge growth. Future projections are not guaranteed.The Tempra Solution: Delivering Hot Meals Where They're Needed MostTempra Technology is on a mission to revolutionize food aid with innovative self-heating packaging.Our mission is to leverage our proprietary technology to address humanitarian needs and provide immediate and sustainable food relief to conflict-affected as well as disaster hit areas.A Humanitarian Crisis Meets Innovative TechnologyThe global market for humanitarian aid technology and services is growing rapidly.On top of this, increasing demand for convenient, on-the-go food solutions and innovative humanitarian aid technologies is driving this growth.Self-Heating Meal Kits: A Lifeline for Those in NeedOur self-heating meal kits are designed to provide hot, nutritious meals in environments where conventional cooking facilities are unavailable or destroyed.Features and Benefits:Heats food to 140°F within minutesKeeps meals warm for 30+ minutesShelf-stable for over two yearsNo need for refrigeration, electricity or external heating sourceUse Cases: Ideal for disaster relief, military use, and areas with limited access to cooking facilities.Product Development Roadmap: Ongoing improvements to efficiency and scalability of the self-heating technology.The global Ready to Eat (RTE) meals market size reached $143.86 billion in 2021 and is projected to expand to $225.28 billion by 2030.Increasing prevalence of on-the-go consumption, particularly among urban and younger demographics, is driving market growth. Changing lifestyles favoring on-the-go eating and a trend of replacing meals with smaller nutritional snacks and drinks have fueled the adoption of Ready to Eat (RTE) meals.There have been several attempts at a commercially acceptable self-heating beverages over the years:We believe that once the world sees what our technology can do in the humanitarian space, consumer applications of this patented technology will grow rapidly. Future projections are not guaranteed.Why Invest in Tempra?$30M+ Raised with Top-Tier Investors.Backed by institutional investors, billionaire family offices and strategic investors from the packaging and beverage industry, Tempra has already raised over $30 million with 78 issued international patents to show for it! Now, Tempra is positioned to dominate the $600 billion ready-to-eat meal and ready-to-drink markets—and beyond.“Investing in Tempra not only supports the growth of a revolutionary packaging technology but also provides a direct means to aid victims of war and natural disasters, in their time of need. By funding the production and distribution of these self-heating meal kits, investors can play a crucial role in delivering immediate and sustainable relief.”- Barney J. Guarino, Tempra Founder & CEOPatented Technology Ready for Mass ApplicationTempra Technology has a strong patent portfolio: valued at $500+ million, with 80 patents granted and 30+ patents pending.Our pre-orders pipeline includes significant commitments from Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Dubai, Europe and Malaysia.Key Metrics: Patent portfolio valued at more than $500+ million; 80 patents granted, 30+ pending.Milestones Achieved:Introduced the Self-Heating Coffee Latte commercially, sold out in three days at major grocers in Cleveland, Chicago and NYC.Signed a Manufacturing and Product License Agreement with the largest ready meal manufacturer in the Middle East, based in Jordan.Launched our self-heating ready meal at the World Defense Show in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.Successfully completed a Proof of Concept with a global ice cream brand for a self-heating hot fudge/caramel package.Pending orders include Self-Heating Meals for military and humanitarian meals for an international NGO (1 million+ meals per month/12-month commitment).Received a request for quote from the UN (potentially up to 1 billion units).Acquired the complete intellectual property portfolio of PolyX Labs. Together we are developing a biodegradable plastic replacement from spent coffee grounds! Our goal is to help consumer product companies phase out non-recyclable plastics by providing a truly circular economy solution.This revolutionary new material offers Tempra potential exponential revenue streams including and beyond self-heating packaging. Think about every Starbucks, Dunkin, McDonalds using coffee cup lids made from this eco-friendly and sustainable material! Now think about all plastic products made from this material!Experienced Leadership Driving InnovationFounders and Leadership Team:Barney J. Guarino: Founder & CEO, 30+ years in thermal tech and venture capital, ex-Shearson Lehman Bros & Merrill Lynch.Brian Pfeil: Senior Mechanical Engineer, Master's in Mechanical Engineering from Clarkson University. Specializes in CAD, analysis, and innovation, developed a new Schick Hydro Razor.Naresh Kumar Gandham: Mechanical Engineer, Expert in thermodynamics, 3D CAD modeling, robotics and chemical formulations. Master's in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M University.Advisors and Board Members: Industry experts with backgrounds in finance, technology, and humanitarian aid.Our Massive B2C Opportunity is Just Around the Corner*Future projections are not guaranteed.The demand for self-heating/self-cooling food and beverages from both crisis-zones and everyday consumers couldn't be greater.To service this demand, management intends to rapidly increase production in 2025.Use of FundsTempra is currently raising up to $124k on Wefunder. Salomon Brothers NY IPO:Tempra has signed a Letter of Engagement with Salomon Brothers to hold an IPO for our shares in 2025.Please note this is not the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). This is a new exchange called the State Stox NY Marketplace designed to fill the gap between NASDAQ and the NYSE for Small Cap stocks. Learn more here.This funding round will further our grows and allow for increased capital investment.Our intention is to have Tempra Technology's shares initially trade on New York State's State Stox Exchange.Please note this is not the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).Join the Packaging RevolutionTempra Technology is at the forefront of innovation, backed by $30 million in funding, a high-powered team, and cutting-edge IP. We're transforming how the world eats and drinks—sustainably and conveniently - anytime ... anywhere!Be part of this revolution, help to warm someone's soul by Investing in Tempra Technology today!

## FAQ
1. **Hello. You have a very interesting technology imo. Can you please clarify if your heating and chilling packaging will be a platform for other food and beverage distributors or for your own food and beverage? Or both? If both, can you speak to what sales are your own food/bever...**
   - Hi Adam, Our business model is to license the technology to food and beverage brands. We do not have nor plan to have our own F&B products. Tempra designs, develops and licenses active packaging containers, based on our proprietary and patented technologies for various self-chilling and self-heating applications. These technologies have numerous applications for a variety of new products, primarily in the food and beverage, as well as the cosmetics and personal care markets. Hope this ans...
2. **I have 2 questions: 1) Why is your IPO planned for the new digital trading platform State Stox NY Trading Market instead of the NYSE or other more conventional exchanges? 2) When exactly or approximately is this IPO planned for?**
   - Hello Dr. Adjei, Thank you for your questions. I have answered them below: 1) Salomon Bros: A group of original Salomon Bros alumni have purchased the name and set up shop in NY. We signed an Engagement Letter to raise $30M - $50M at a valuation higher than our last raise (Wefunder), via listing our stock on the new “State Stock NY” Trading Market. Here’s a link: (https://statestox.com/) This is a new exchange … designed to fill the gap between NASDAQ and the NYSE for Small Cap stocks, offeri...
3. **Dear, I hope this message finds you well. I came across your business listing and I’m very interested in learning more about the opportunity. I would appreciate the chance to discuss further details with you. Would you be available for a quick call or Zoom meeting? You can rea...**
   - Hello Adam, it was a pleasure to speak with you. Please let me know if you have any further questions. Hope you join us! Barney J. Guarino Founder & CEO
4. **Greetings again, yes, your MRE heater (and MRE in general) bring(s) very very fond memories!!! And it is said memories that drew me the instant I saw this fundraiser drive on Wefunder! Now, I do have another question: when does this funding round close? Very Respectfully.**
   - Hello Dr. Adjei, This round closes December 12th, unless we are fully subscribed sooner. Hope you join us! Barney J. Guarino Founder & CEO
5. **Hi, this is a very interesting business: one thing I didn't quite understand is the intended disposal story of the packaging: is it meant to be something that can go into traditional recycling, or is trash only?**
   - Thank you for the kind words. All of our packaging is made from recycled and recyclable materials. In addition, we have recently acquired the Intellectual Property portfolio of a technology that produces a compostable bioplastic from spent coffee grounds. Packaging made from this material will be compostable! Hope you join us! Barney J. Guarino Founder & CEO

## Team
- Barney J. Guarino (Founder & CEO)
- Brian Pfeil (Sr. Mechanical Engineer)
- Naresh Kumar Gandham (Mechanical Engineer)
- Alan Maskell (Packaging Engineer - Advisor/Consultant)
- Michael Bolmer, PhD (Chemical Engineer - Advisor/Consultant)

## Q&A
- Q: Hello. You have a very interesting technology imo. Can you please clarify if your heating and chilling packaging will be a platform for other food and beverage distributors or for your own food and beverage? Or both? If both, can you speak to what sales are your own food/beverage and what are used for other company's food/bev? Thanks.
  - A: Hi Adam, Our business model is to license the technology to food and beverage brands. We do not have nor plan to have our own F&B products. Tempra designs, develops and licenses active packaging containers, based on our proprietary and patented technologies for various self-chilling and self-heating applications. These technologies have numerous applications for a variety of new products, primarily in the food and beverage, as well as the cosmetics and personal care markets. Hope this answers your question. Barney J. Guarino Founder & CEO
- Q: How does the self-heating technology in this new food and beverage packaging actually work, and what materials make it safe and efficient for everyday use? Also, I’m curious if such innovative designs require system simulation tools like a PC performance analyzer, which can really help optimize those complex modeling and testing processes. visit:n https://bottleneckscalculators.com/
  - A: We use a proprietary exothermic reaction activated by mixing a liquid with a proprietary powder material. These ingredients are certified non-toxic, environmentally safe and D.O.T. approved for aircraft.
- Q: Hi Barney, congratulations on your license agreement with LSS! Would you be able to disclose the size of this deal? Also, do you have any other licensing deals in the pipeline that are close to completion? Finally, could you elaborate on your strategy to address your significant short-term liabilities of nearly $18 million?
  - A: Hi Krishna, Our deal with LSS is a Manufacturing and Distribution License. While the terms are confidential, I can say that LSS is one of the largest manufacturers of Ready-Meals in the Middle East. Loyalty Support Services (LSS) is Jordan’s largest provider of integrated life‐support services, offering catering, cleaning, facility and remote‐site logistics through a trained workforce of over 14,000 professionals. Headquartered in Amman, LSS serves defense, government, education, healthcare, hospitality and industrial clients, and maintains rigorous HSE/quality certifications (ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, HACCP) as well as a dedicated training center to support operational readiness. Its broad scale, existing workforce infrastructure and track‐record in remote and camp‐based operations make it a highly credible licensee for our strategic product rollout in the region. Investors should note however that audited financials should be obtained, and contract‐concentration risks assessed. With respect to our short-term liabilities, these are convertible notes in friendly hands - including our Board Members and shareholders. Happy to answer any other questions ... Hope you join us! Barney J. Guarino Founder-CEO
- Q: Hi, this is a very interesting business: one thing I didn't quite understand is the intended disposal story of the packaging: is it meant to be something that can go into traditional recycling, or is trash only?
  - A: Thank you for the kind words. All of our packaging is made from recycled and recyclable materials. In addition, we have recently acquired the Intellectual Property portfolio of a technology that produces a compostable bioplastic from spent coffee grounds. Packaging made from this material will be compostable! Hope you join us! Barney J. Guarino Founder & CEO
- Q: Greetings, in response to my previous question, you answered: “As to timing, we are anticipating Q1 or Q2 next year for the StateStox debut.” 1) Is this still the goal? 2) If so, are you on course to achieve it?
  - A: Dear Dr. Adjei,My apologies for the delayed reply — there was a temporary Wefunder system glitch that prevented me from responding sooner.Yes, the objective of a StateStox debut in the 2026 timeframe next year remains a goal. As with any public-market pathway, final timing will depend on several milestones currently in progress (including partnership developments, revenue traction, and overall market conditions), but we are continuing to work toward that window and believe we are on a constructive path.More broadly, we are building toward three potential investor-liquidity pathways:1) Public Market Listing. Our primary focus is positioning Tempra for a public-market outcome. This could include:a StateStox listing,or, depending on scale and timing, potential qualification for NASDAQ or even NYSE. We are actively advancing the business to keep all of these options viable, with timing driven by execution of key commercial and financing milestones.2) Strategic Sale. Given the breadth of applications for Tempra’s technology and the number of multinational companies currently engaged with us, a strategic acquisition remains a realistic alternative exit scenario.3) Dividends. As revenue-generating licenses and product programs come online, the Board may consider periodic special dividends, supported by anticipated licensing and product cash flow.We expect to share a meaningful update shortly regarding a Joint Development Agreement with a large publicly traded company, which we believe will be an important step in our commercialization and capital-markets trajectory.Thank you again for your thoughtful questions and continued interest. I’m always happy to discuss further.Warm regards, Barney Guarino Founder & CEO
- Q: Thank you Barney for answering my question but your answer was the whole point of my question: which Midwest, NYC, and Brooklyn grocery chains (I mean names)?
  - A: Thanks for the follow-up. The initial test launch took place in select Heinen’s locations in the Midwest and Food Cellar Market in NYC. This was a small, controlled rollout designed specifically to validate consumer demand. For reference, here’s a photo of one of our in-store product displays from that test period. dropbox.com/scl/fi/x…ka&st=32zkda51&dl=0 If you’d like to discuss the rollout or any aspect of our technology in more detail, I’d be happy to set up a call and speak with you directly. Always glad to walk through our progress and answer any questions you may have.
- Q: In your Wefunder pitch, under “Milestones achieved”, you stated: “Introduced the Self-Heating Coffee Latte commercially, sold out in three days at major grocers in Cleveland, Chicago and NYC.”. However, I could not find any evidence of this during my due diligence. Could you kindly share more details on this?
  - A: The market trial was sold out through a Midwest grocery chain and also through NYC and Brooklyn grocery stores.
- Q: I have 2 questions: 1) Why is your IPO planned for the new digital trading platform State Stox NY Trading Market instead of the NYSE or other more conventional exchanges? 2) When exactly or approximately is this IPO planned for?
  - A: Hello Dr. Adjei, Thank you for your questions. I have answered them below: 1) Salomon Bros: A group of original Salomon Bros alumni have purchased the name and set up shop in NY. We signed an Engagement Letter to raise $30M - $50M at a valuation higher than our last raise (Wefunder), via listing our stock on the new “State Stock NY” Trading Market. Here’s a link: (https://statestox.com/) This is a new exchange … designed to fill the gap between NASDAQ and the NYSE for Small Cap stocks, offering interesting small company benefits: - No Margin - No Shorting - Semi-Annual reporting vs quarterly on other exchanges. Our plan is indeed to go public on either NASDAQ or NYSE. Salomon Bros offered us an opportunity to raise capital at a reasonable valuation. We will use this raise as a stepping stone to bolster the company for an uplisting to either the NASDAQ or the NYSE. 2) As to timing, we are anticipating Q1 or Q2 next year for the StateStox debut. I see that you were a former Major in the Army - have you seen our MRE heater? Please feel free to email me if you have any further questions. bg@tempratech.com
  - A: Dear Dr. Adjei, My apologies for the delayed reply — there was a temporary Wefunder system glitch that prevented me from responding sooner. Yes, the objective of a StateStox debut in the 2026 timeframe next year remains a goal. As with any public-market pathway, final timing will depend on several milestones currently in progress (including partnership developments, revenue traction, and overall market conditions), but we are continuing to work toward that window and believe we are on a constructive path. More broadly, we are building toward three potential investor-liquidity pathways: 1) Public Market Listing. Our primary focus is positioning Tempra for a public-market outcome. This could include: • a StateStox listing, • or, depending on scale and timing, potential qualification for NASDAQ or even NYSE. We are actively advancing the business to keep all of these options viable, with timing driven by execution of key commercial and financing milestones. 2) Strategic Sale. Given the breadth of applications for Tempra’s technology and the number of multinational companies currently engaged with us, a strategic acquisition remains a realistic alternative exit scenario. 3) Dividends. As revenue-generating licenses and product programs come online, the Board may consider periodic special dividends, supported by anticipated licensing and product cash flow. We expect to share a meaningful update shortly regarding a Joint Development Agreement with a large publicly traded company, which we believe will be an important step in our commercialization and capital-markets trajectory. Thank you again for your thoughtful questions and continued interest. I’m always happy to discuss further. Warm regards, Barney Guarino Founder & CEO bg@tempratech.com
- Q: Greetings again, yes, your MRE heater (and MRE in general) bring(s) very very fond memories!!! And it is said memories that drew me the instant I saw this fundraiser drive on Wefunder! Now, I do have another question: when does this funding round close? Very Respectfully.
  - A: Hello Dr. Adjei, This round closes December 12th, unless we are fully subscribed sooner. Hope you join us! Barney J. Guarino Founder & CEO
- Q: Dear, I hope this message finds you well. I came across your business listing and I’m very interested in learning more about the opportunity. I would appreciate the chance to discuss further details with you. Would you be available for a quick call or Zoom meeting? You can reach me directly at +41 766 501 494, or feel free to book a time that suits you via my Calendly link: https://calendly.com/adam-zhusupov/30min Looking forward to speaking with you soon. Best regards, Adam Zhusupov
  - A: Hello Adam, it was a pleasure to speak with you. Please let me know if you have any further questions. Hope you join us! Barney J. Guarino Founder & CEO