6K ADDITIVE, INC.

6K Additive, LLC specializes in the production of high-purity spherical metal powders for advanced aerospace and defense applications, with deep expertise in titanium-niobium alloys and tungsten powder synthesis. The company leverages proprietary plasma atomization and powder conditioning technologies to convert raw metallic feedstocks into consistent, flowable powders suitable for additive manufacturing and precision casting. Their R&D efforts focus on domestic supply chain resilience, particularly in reducing reliance on foreign-sourced critical materials by developing scalable processes for titanium C-103 and niobium-based alloys. This technical proficiency enables the production of powders with tight particle size distributions, low oxygen content, and enhanced sphericity—key attributes for high-performance bearing systems and propulsion components used in extreme environments. The contractor has delivered mission-critical materials exclusively to the Department of Defense, supporting programs focused on supply chain diversification and material sovereignty. Their work directly addresses DoD priorities in securing domestic sources of high-temperature alloys and refractory metals, particularly for next-generation turbine systems and hypersonic platforms. Each engagement reflects a mission-driven partnership aimed at replacing imported materials with domestically produced, qualified alternatives. Industry focus centers on NAICS 325998 for specialized chemical product manufacturing and NAICS 541715 for applied physical sciences R&D, positioning 6K Additive as a niche supplier at the intersection of materials science and defense manufacturing. The company operates as a small business entity based in Burgettstown, Pennsylvania, with no federal certifications on record. Their geographic footprint is concentrated in the U.S. industrial heartland, enabling agile collaboration with defense prime contractors and government laboratories engaged in advanced materials development.