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HUNTSVILLE, Ala., Dec. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Titomic Limited (ASX: TTT), a global leader in cold spray additive manufacturing utilizing their Titomic Kinetic Fusion™ technology, is pleased to announce the successful completion of a hot fire test on a solid rocket motor thrust chamber produced for a major U.S. aerospace and defense prime. The milestone marks a major step forward in validating Titomic's proprietary Titomic Kinetic Fusion (TKF)™ technology for demanding aerospace and defense applications, confirming the capability of cold spray additive manufacturing to produce high-performance components for mission-critical systems. https://news.northropgrumman.com/srm/Northrop-Grumman-Collaborates-to-Rapidly-Develop-Test-Solid-Rocket-Motor-Components
The thrust chamber, manufactured using Titomic's advanced cold spray process, underwent rigorous hot fire testing under extreme operating conditions. The results demonstrated exceptional structural integrity, strength, and thermal resilience, not only meeting but exceeding the performance expectations required for aerospace and defense propulsion systems. The successful test highlights the robustness and reliability of Titomic's manufacturing approach, which enables rapid production of high-quality metallic components without the need for traditional high-heat or melting processes.
This achievement reinforces the growing confidence in Titomic Kinetic Fusion™ as a transformative manufacturing technology for the aerospace and defense sectors. By eliminating conventional barriers in metal manufacturing, Titomic offers the ability to produce large and complex geometries with improved material properties, significantly reduced lead times and minimal material waste. These advantages present clear opportunities for meeting increasing market demands for innovative and complex aerospace and defense applications. enhancing efficiency, sustainability, and responsiveness across global supply chains.
The successful hot fire test represents a key validation milestone for both Titomic and the prime, providing a strong foundation for future collaboration, including the potential integration of cold spray technology into operational programs. It also demonstrates Titomic's capability to deliver localized manufacturing solutions in the United States, aligning with its strategy to strengthen partnerships with major defense primes and expand its presence in the Department of Defense.
"This successful test validates the strength and performance of Titomic's technology in one of the most challenging environments imaginable," said Jim Simpson, CEO of Titomic, "It represents not only a technical achievement but further affirms cold spray as a critical additive manufacturing capability for advanced aerospace and defense solutions. Titomic delivered the components to its customer within weeks of receiving the order, demonstrating our ability to rapidly deliver - from prototype to production - critical missile components which today has significant lead times."
Further adoption of Titomic Kinetic Fusion™ in propulsion applications is a recent contract with another major U.S. prime contractor evaluating the capability for rocket engine repair. "We are truly excited about the continued interest in our demonstrated TKF™ solutions," said Dr. Patti Dare, Titomic USA President.
HUNTSVILLE, Ala., Dec. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Titomic Limited (ASX: TTT), a global leader in cold spray additive manufacturing utilizing their Titomic Kinetic Fusion™ technology, is pleased to announce the successful completion of a hot fire test on a solid rocket motor thrust chamber produced for a major U.S. aerospace and defense prime. The milestone marks a major step forward in validating Titomic's proprietary Titomic Kinetic Fusion (TKF)™ technology for demanding aerospace and defense applications, confirming the capability of cold spray additive manufacturing to produce high-performance components for mission-critical systems. https://news.northropgrumman.com/srm/Northrop-Grumman-Collaborates-to-Rapidly-Develop-Test-Solid-Rocket-Motor-Components
The thrust chamber, manufactured using Titomic's advanced cold spray process, underwent rigorous hot fire testing under extreme operating conditions. The results demonstrated exceptional structural integrity, strength, and thermal resilience, not only meeting but exceeding the performance expectations required for aerospace and defense propulsion systems. The successful test highlights the robustness and reliability of Titomic's manufacturing approach, which enables rapid production of high-quality metallic components without the need for traditional high-heat or melting processes.
This achievement reinforces the growing confidence in Titomic Kinetic Fusion™ as a transformative manufacturing technology for the aerospace and defense sectors. By eliminating conventional barriers in metal manufacturing, Titomic offers the ability to produce large and complex geometries with improved material properties, significantly reduced lead times and minimal material waste. These advantages present clear opportunities for meeting increasing market demands for innovative and complex aerospace and defense applications. enhancing efficiency, sustainability, and responsiveness across global supply chains.
The successful hot fire test represents a key validation milestone for both Titomic and the prime, providing a strong foundation for future collaboration, including the potential integration of cold spray technology into operational programs. It also demonstrates Titomic's capability to deliver localized manufacturing solutions in the United States, aligning with its strategy to strengthen partnerships with major defense primes and expand its presence in the Department of Defense.
"This successful test validates the strength and performance of Titomic's technology in one of the most challenging environments imaginable," said Jim Simpson, CEO of Titomic, "It represents not only a technical achievement but further affirms cold spray as a critical additive manufacturing capability for advanced aerospace and defense solutions. Titomic delivered the components to its customer within weeks of receiving the order, demonstrating our ability to rapidly deliver - from prototype to production - critical missile components which today has significant lead times."
Further adoption of Titomic Kinetic Fusion™ in propulsion applications is a recent contract with another major U.S. prime contractor evaluating the capability for rocket engine repair. "We are truly excited about the continued interest in our demonstrated TKF™ solutions," said Dr. Patti Dare, Titomic USA President.
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Successful Hot Fire Test on a Solid Rocket Motor Thrust Chamber Additively Manufactured by Titomic's TKF™ Cold Spray
With the US printing firm now a wholly owned subsidiary of TARAtps, the newly established TARA USA is set to strengthen value for North American customers with a dual-production system spanning South Korea and the US.
CHICAGO, Dec. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- TARAtps, one of South Korea's largest and most comprehensive printing companies, today announced the full acquisition of the Illinois-based commercial printing firm Chicago Offset, which will now operate as a wholly owned subsidiary. TARAtps is concurrently announcing the establishment of TARA USA, its first overseas corporate entity, to expand and coordinate operations across the North American market.
Recognized for its sheet-fed printing presses, saddle-stitching lines, and long-standing commercial printing capabilities, Chicago Offset will retain its established brand identity while integrating into TARAtps' global manufacturing network. The strategic move strengthens TARAtps' ability to support customers throughout the United States and the broader North and Central American region.
"This acquisition provides a critical foothold for TARAtps in North America," said Wonjae Jang, Director of the International Business Division at TARAtps. "By combining the mass-production capacity of our Paju headquarters with the agility of US-based manufacturing, we are building a dual-production system that dramatically shortens lead times and strengthens our ability to respond to both large-volume and short-run orders."
Dual-production system for faster, more agile delivery
The newly established TARA USA will serve as TARAtps' operational hub in the United States, overseeing customer engagement, project coordination, and integrated production management across nearby regions. Through the alignment of Korea-based large-scale production capabilities with the on-site responsiveness of Chicago Offset, TARAtps is implementing a nearshore-optimized supply chain tailored to North American clients.
This dual-production framework is designed to reduce turnaround times, improve cost efficiency, and deliver greater supply chain flexibility for publishers, corporate clients, and K-content partners. The unified system strengthens TARAtps' global competitiveness and enhances its ability to support a wide range of print demands — from high-volume national publishing projects to fast-response regional orders.
"North America has always been one of our most important markets," Jang added. "By supporting US publishers and corporate customers directly within the country, we can provide greater value, tighter delivery windows, and a truly global standard of print service."
About TARAtps
TARAtps is South Korea's leading comprehensive printing company, serving global clients across publishing, commercial printing, packaging, and K-pop merchandise and album packaging production. With more than 30 years of continuous growth, TARAtps is known for its advanced manufacturing platforms, color-management expertise, eco-certified operations, and large-scale production capabilities based in Paju, South Korea. The company provides end-to-end solutions for books, textbooks, stationery, diaries, merchandise, and premium custom print products.
www.taratps.com
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Leading South Korean Printer TARAtps Acquires Chicago Offset, Establishes TARA USA
