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California Nanotechnologies Announces Purchase Orders for Production of Nuclear Reactor Control Rods
Los Angeles, California--(Newsfile Corp. - November 5, 2025) - California Nanotechnologies Corp....
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[{"type":"text","content":"California Nanotechnologies Announces Purchase Orders for Production of Nuclear Reactor Control RodsLos Angeles, California--(Newsfile Corp. - November 5, 2025) - California Nanotechnologies Corp. (TSXV: CNO) (OTCID: CANOF) (\"Cal Nano\" or the \"Company\") is pleased to announce it has received two purchase orders valued at approximately US$196,250 from a U.S.-based company specializing in the development of advanced small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs). The orders are to produce boron-carbide (B4C) reactor control rods, which will be installed in the customer's first demonstration reactor. Production of the rods are now underway, and deliveries are expected to be scheduled over the coming weeks.\"With U.S. energy demand shifting rapidly, Cal Nano is proud to support the next generation of clean, reliable nuclear power,\" stated Eric Eyerman, CEO. \"Our ability to move from concept to finished parts quickly makes us a trusted manufacturing partner for innovators in advanced energy materials. As demand for industrial electricity continues to increase, we're excited to play a critical role in strengthening the domestic nuclear supply chain.\"The client established its relationship with Cal Nano in October 2025. In a period of a few weeks, Cal Nano was selected as a manufacturing partner because of the Company's ability to execute the target specifications of the reactor control rods on an accelerated timeline. Cal Nano's unique expertise with advanced materials and ability to fabricate the required custom tooling inhouse, were important factors in meeting the client's requirements.The manufacturing services are being executed out of Cal Nano's Santa Ana facility with the MSP-5 Spark Plasma Sintering (SPS) machine along with ancillary equipment and processing.In addition, Cal Nanos will host its inaugural SPS/FAST Experts Workshop 2026 at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront in partnership with TMS 2026. Scheduled for March 19 to 20, 2026, the two-day event will feature expert presentations, collaborative networking opportunities, and live demonstrations of advanced sintering technologies. Participants will also have an opportunity to tour Cal Nano's flagship facility which houses some of North America's largest SPS systems. Interested parties are invited to reserve their place by contacting [email protected] California ...