Titomic Partners with REPKON USA to Advance Defense Manufacturing Technology
Huntsville, AL – Titomic has announced a new partnership with REPKON USA, focusing on joint research, development, and testing of Kinetic Fusion applications in cannon barrels, gun barrels, and warheads. This agreement, recently signed, replaces a previously agreed Turkish joint venture and establishes a collaborative framework within the United States to enhance the integration of Titomic’s innovative cold spray technology into REPKON USA’s expanding product lines.
Titomic CEO Jim Simpson emphasized the transformative potential of this partnership, stating, "Our collaboration with REPKON USA reflects a shared commitment to revolutionize defense manufacturing. By combining our leading technologies, we aim to advance how critical assets are restored, enhanced, and constructed—faster and more resiliently than ever before."
Dr. Patricia Dare, President of Titomic USA, expressed enthusiasm about commencing research activities at their Huntsville facility. She highlighted the partnership’s goal of delivering field-ready solutions that enhance mission readiness and extend the life of military assets, enhancing the U.S. allied industrial base with next-generation manufacturing capabilities.
The collaboration will also focus on leveraging Kinetic Fusion technology for in-field repairs to restore military equipment to its original state more swiftly. This capability aims to provide warfighters with vital support within battlefield or training environments. In addition to repairs, the partnership will explore advanced coatings for REPKON USA barrels, enhancing performance and maintaining a competitive edge.
REPKON USA President Bryan Van Brunt remarked, “As we seek solutions to modernize defense production, Titomic’s Kinetic Fusion technology stands out as a game changer, particularly in defense and aerospace applications.” This partnership positions both companies at the forefront of advancing defense manufacturing technologies.
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