PyroGenesis Reaches Final Qualification Stage as Boeing Supplier for Titanium Powder

PyroGenesis Inc., based in Montreal, Canada, has made significant progress toward becoming an approved supplier for Boeing. The company has moved to the final stage of the multi-year qualification process for its coarse Ti64 titanium metal powder. PyroGenesis is on track to enter Boeing’s procurement process by the first quarter of 2025.

PyroGenesis and Boeing’s Strategic Partnership

Peter Pascali, CEO of PyroGenesis, expressed pride in the company’s position in Boeing’s rigorous supplier qualification process. Boeing, one of the world’s most advanced aerospace companies, demands high standards for materials used in critical applications, particularly in military, defense, and aerospace projects. PyroGenesis’s Ti64 titanium metal powder, produced using its NexGen plasma atomisation process, meets Boeing’s exacting requirements.

Pascali noted that although Boeing’s qualification process is lengthy, it follows a standard procedure for suppliers in this high-stakes industry. The process remains discreet and confidential to ensure only the highest-quality materials are approved. PyroGenesis continues to adapt its systems to meet Boeing’s technological advancements and is prepared for any delays in the final approval.

Additive Manufacturing and Boeing’s Innovation

Boeing has long been a leader in additive manufacturing (AM). Over the past three decades, Boeing has used 3D printing, starting with polymers and more recently transitioning to metal additive manufacturing. Boeing’s focus on complex geometries and thin-walled structures has shown how AM can dramatically reduce lead times in manufacturing critical parts, including forged components.

A notable example is Boeing’s production of a 3D-printed main rotor link assembly for Apache helicopters. Using the Jointless Hull Printer— the world’s largest 3D metal printer—Boeing reduced the production lead time from one year to less than 24 hours. This achievement highlights the transformative potential of additive manufacturing, a field PyroGenesis is eager to contribute to.

PyroGenesis’s Commitment to Excellence

During the qualification process, PyroGenesis has not remained idle. The company has continuously improved its systems to align with Boeing’s technological advancements. PyroGenesis has also stockpiled coarse-cut titanium powder to ensure it is ready to meet Boeing’s needs once it receives approval. In addition, PyroGenesis has submitted its fine-cut titanium metal powder for Boeing’s qualification process, which is still ongoing.

Conclusion

PyroGenesis is preparing for its final qualification as a Boeing supplier. The company aims to play a significant role in the aerospace industry’s ongoing innovation. With its focus on additive manufacturing and high-quality titanium powders, PyroGenesis is ready to contribute to the next generation of aerospace technology, reducing lead times and improving manufacturing efficiency.