HPQ Silicon Disruptive Product Verified By World’s Largest Producer Under LOI

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HPQ Silicon $HPQ / $HPQFF is taking aim at one of the most entrenched—and overlooked—industrial markets: fumed silica. Found in everything from cosmetics to pharmaceuticals and batteries, this material hasn’t seen a meaningful manufacturing innovation since World War II. That may be about to change.

In a major step toward commercialization, HPQ announced that a leading global fumed silica manufacturer—a $10 billion industry heavyweight—has independently confirmed that the company’s pilot plant successfully produced fumed silica using its proprietary Fumed Silica Reactor. This marks a pivotal third-party validation of HPQ’s clean-tech, direct-from-quartz process.

WHY THIS MATTERS

Traditional fumed silica production relies on multi-step processes with high energy input and chemical byproducts. HPQ’s plasma-based FSR process simplifies this by producing fumed silica directly from quartz.

Today’s milestone confirms:

• Completion of a fourth successful pilot test

• Independent verification that the output is fumed silica

• A five-day turnaround for technical feedback—dramatically accelerating R&D cycles

“Gaining direct access to the testing facilities of a global leader significantly accelerates our validation efforts for HSPI’s FSR technology and its ability to produce fumed silica that meets their rigorous specifications,” said Bernard Tourillon, CEO of HPQ Silicon.

ACCELERATED TESTING, STRATEGIC VALUE

The validation was delivered within just five business days—far faster than the 30-day cycle typical of academic testing. This rapid feedback loop allows HPQ to refine its process with real-time industry input and make informed adjustments between tests. The partnership is expected to improve the speed, precision, and cost-efficiency of product development as HPQ progresses toward commercial output.

LOOKING AHEAD

While the current test confirms pilot-scale success, HPQ has stated that further optimization is underway. The insights from the global manufacturer will help improve material quality, reduce impurities, and support the company’s path to larger-scale operations.

Next steps include:

• Additional pilot batch testing

• Enhanced performance based on third-party guidance

• Ongoing collaboration through established LOIs with global players

FINAL TAKE

With third-party validation now secured, HPQ is gaining meaningful momentum. Its direct-from-quartz plasma process represents a potential leap forward in how fumed silica is produced—offering advantages in cost, sustainability, and scalability. While commercial-grade production remains a near-term target, today’s milestone offers clear confirmation that HPQ’s disruptive technology is working—and gaining attention in a multi-billion-dollar global industry.