WELCOME TO MANHATTAN BEACH LABS
Engineering the technology to remove PFAS and beyond
Manhattan Beach Labs designs and manufactures advanced systems for the removal of PFAS and other emerging contaminants.
Our expertise spans high-energy treatment technologies, precision thermal and vacuum systems, and rapid prototyping of critical hardware. We integrate advanced materials, automation, and manufacturing to deliver field-ready solutions for environmental remediation and clean-tech applications.
Electron Beam Treatment Vessels
The definitive solution for precision irradiation of challenging materials
MBL's proprietary electron beam treatment vessel technology allows for automated irradiation treatment of challenging materials including moisture laden, toxic, corrosive, or mechanically abrasive media at effectively unlimited irradiation doses in the MGy class and beyond, bypassing the dose and dose rate limits of prior approaches.
MBL's treatment vessels achieve industry leading destruction of PFAS compounds in soils and sediments with demonstrated reduction from >50,000 to 0 ppb PFAS (all analytes) at competitive throughput and energy consumption.
Integrated System Design
Full-stack solutions for environmental remediation and more
MBL has performed full system design, analysis, and integration support from paper requirements to operational system under contract, including thermal, vacuum, pressure, moisture, and organic vapor management solutions under extreme SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power) constraints.
Made in El Segundo, California
Punching above our weight with advanced fabrication
Our facility in El Segundo, California offers a comprehensive suite of manufacturing capabilities including additive, braze, light machining, and ceramic coating.
MBL's capabilities allow rapid prototype, test, and deployment of our in-house designs on rapid timelines as quick as 60 days from concept to delivered hardware.
Coming Q1 2026:
Laser Welding
Brake Form
4-Axis CNC Milling
PCBA Assembly & Test
WHO WE ARE
Meet the Team at Manhattan Beach Labs
ERIC PILLAI
CEO, Chief Engineer
Eric is an accomplished engineer who has developed groundbreaking thermal protection, structural, and fluid systems for Dragon, Starship, and Starshield. With a strong background in manufacturing, Eric has achieved significant efficiency gains through process optimization. A dedicated innovator and leader, he is committed to delivering high-quality solutions that drive technical excellence, reliability, and cost savings into the entire product lifecycle from inception through production.
EXPERIENCE
Responsible Engineer, Starship RVac Lateral Constraints (Engine Mounts)
Responsible Engineer, Starship Aft Thermal Protection
Responsible Engineer, Starship / Booster Dynamic Clearance
Responsible Engineer, Starship Engine Alignment
Responsible Engineer, Starship Aft Camera Anti-Soot Mechanism
Responsible Engineer, Dragon 2 "Octaplate" Heatshield
Designer, Dragon 2 Aft Thruster Propellant Feedlines
Build Engineer, Starshield Ion Thruster Gas Feedlines
Manufacturing Engineer, Dragon 2 Propulsion Backbone Integration
Manufacturing Engineer, Dragon 2 Radial Bulkheads
SPECIALIZATION
Mechanical Design
Thermal Analysis
Fluid Systems
Weld Engineering (TIG, MIG, HHLBW)
Manufacturing Optimization
