Pittsburgh-based 6K Additive, a sustainable metals company, plans to expand current capacity and add to its growing capabilities for metal processing by initiating a more than $50 million investment program.
The U.S. Department of Defense’s (DoD) Office of the Assistant Secretary for Industrial Base Policy awarded the company a $23.4 million Manufacturing Capability Expansion and Investment Prioritization grant. The company will use the grant to achieve full-rate production at its Burgettstown facility by the end of 2026.
The agreement, entered into under Defense Production Act (DPA) Title III authorities, will help 6K Additive increase capabilities to upcycle high-grade metals, including titanium, nickel and refractory metals, used in alloys for aircraft structural components, turbine engine blades, rocket engines, radar systems, and many other critical defense applications.
“Our country’s national security relies heavily on materials used across numerous applications and controlling the supply chain from within the borders of the United States is paramount,” Frank Roberts, 6K Additive president, said. “We are excited to announce this important expansion program which enhances our capabilities to support our defense and commercial customer base. The $23.4 million award from the DoD is a testament to the capabilities of 6K Additive for upcycling the most critical metals and alloys. No other organization has the history, experience, infrastructure or potential 6K Additive has in upcycling materials like titanium, nickel superalloys and refractory metals. We’re honored to be selected for the award and recognize the trust the DoD has placed in our organization.”
6K Additive is a division of Massachusetts-based 6K Inc.