Innovative silicon solutions provider HPQ Silicon Resources Inc.
(“HPQ” or “the Company”) (TSX-V: HPQ; FWB: UGE; Other OTC : URAGF),
through its wholly – owned subsidiary, HPQ Nano Silicon Powders inc
(“HPQ NANO”), is pleased to update shareholders on milestones
achieved during ongoing Gen1 PUREVAPTM Nano Silicon Reactor
(“NSiR”) commissioning tests conducted by technology provider
PyroGenesis Canada Inc. (TSX: PYR).
“With the Gen1 PUREVAPTM NSiR operational and
exceeding expectations from the start, HPQ NANO is uniquely
positioned to be at the forefront of low-cost manufacturing of Nano
Silicon for batteries and other applications, as we continue
working on scaling up the capabilities of our PUREVAPTM NSiR
process.” said Bernard Tourillon, President and CEO HPQ
Silicon.
PUREVAPTM
NSiR LOW-COST PROCESS: FIRST RESULTS
ENCOURAGING, MORE TESTING TO FOLLOW
The material produced, under the less than
optimum operating conditions of the first commissioning tests, was
analysed by scanning electron microscope (SEM) imaging combined
with X-ray diffraction (XRD) and yielded the following
information:
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Gen1 NSiR system performance exceeded design and modelling
expectations:• Successfully produced sub 100 nm silicon -
based spherical nanopowders & nanowires.• Computer models
suggested that the size limit of the material produced would be
between 100 nm and 200 nm.
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SEM-XRD analysis indicates that the < 100 nm Si base spherical
nanopowders & nanowires material could be used as anode
material for Li-ion batteries, combined with graphite or not.
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Samples from these commissioning tests have been sent to Professor
Lionel ROUÉ of the Centre Énergie Matériaux Télécommunications
(EMT) for electro-chemical evaluation.
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Using results from data collected during these preliminary tests,
PyroGenesis technical team has improved the design of the system
and the operational parameters of the reactor.• It will be
possible to provide further inputs and controls on the process to
customize the composition and size of the spherical nano powders
and nano wires.
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The Gen1 NSiR is now ready to commence further testing of Silicon
nano materials under new conditions, with a goal of producing
larger size Silicon (Si) nanopowders and nanowires.
A METHODICAL APPROACH TO THE COMMERCIAL
DEVELOPMENT OF OUR DISRUPTIVE TECHNOLOGY
Despite massive investment in Silicon material
for batteries, current manufacturing processes are simply not
scalable or commercially viable. The PUREVAPTM NSiR represents a
game changing leap forward in resolving the issues of commercial
viability and scalability, and with the Gen1 NSiR now operational,
HPQ NANO is uniquely well positioned to offer industry participants
a wide spectrum of products for testing.
The scale of the Gen1 PUREVAPTM NSiR allows HPQ
NANO technical provider PyroGenesis to take full advantage of a
quick R&D feedback loop during the testing phase. Over short
periods, tests are completed, material produced is analysed by
scanning electron microscope (SEM) imaging combined with X-ray
diffraction (XRD), operational parameters are reviewed and system
modifications and/or operational improvements are implemented. This
is the key to our methodical approach of developing a truly
disruptive low-cost technology that is going to change nano silicon
materials manufacturing.
Tourillon added “HPQ’s Silicon R&D
consortium has the depth and flexibility to meet the challenges as
we strive to produce products for renewable energy storage
participants and electric vehicle manufacturers, who are searching
for cost effective ways of increasing the Silicon contained in
their batteries. Silicon’s potential to meet energy storage demand
is undeniable, generating massive investments, and serious industry
interest. We are very confident that the Silicon materials we are
producing, with our expected low-cost scalable processes, will be
in high demand by batteries, EV manufacturers and other
participants in the ongoing renewable energy revolution.”
About PyroGenesis Canada
Inc.
PyroGenesis Canada Inc., a high-tech company, is
a leader in the design, development, manufacture and
commercialization of advanced plasma processes and products. The
Company provides its engineering and manufacturing expertise and
its turnkey process equipment packages to customers in the defense,
metallurgical, mining, advanced materials (including 3D printing),
and environmental industries. With a team of experienced engineers,
scientists and technicians working out of its Montreal office and
its 3,800 m2 manufacturing facility, PyroGenesis maintains its
competitive advantage by remaining at the forefront of technology
development and commercialization. The Company’s core competencies
allow PyroGenesis to provide innovative plasma torches, plasma
waste processes, high-temperature metallurgical processes, and
engineering services to the global marketplace. PyroGenesis’
operations are ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certified. For more
information, please visit www.pyrogenesis.com.
About HPQ Silicon
HPQ Silicon Resources Inc. (TSX-V: HPQ) is
a Canadian Innovative Silicon Solutions Provider.
Silicon (Si), also known as silicon metal, is
one of today’s key strategic materials needed for the
decarbonization of the economy and the Renewable Energy Revolution
(“RER”).
Silicon is the most abundant element in earth’s
crust but does not exist in its pure state and must be extracted
from quartz (SiO2) in what has historically been a capital and
energy intensive process. HPQ is building a portfolio of
silicon–based products using innovative scalable processes. The
target objective is to produce high value speciality Silicon
products using technologies that will reduce energy consumption,
GHG’s, and carbon footprint.
Working with PyroGenesis Canada Inc.
(TSX: PYR), a high-tech company that designs, develops,
manufactures and commercializes plasma - based processes, HPQ is
developing:
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The PUREVAPTM “Quartz
Reduction Reactors” (QRR), an innovative process (patent
pending), which will permit the one step transformation of quartz
(SiO2) into high purity silicon (Si) at reduced costs, energy
input, and carbon footprint that will propagate its considerable
renewable energy potential.• HPQ believes it
will become the lowest cost (Capex and Opex) producer of silicon
(Si) and high purity silicon metal (3N – 4N Si).
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Through its 100% owned subsidiary HPQ NANO Silicon Powders Inc, the
PUREVAPTM Nano Silicon
Reactor (NSiR), a new
proprietary process that can use different purities of silicon (Si)
as feedstock, to make a wide range of nano/micro spherical powders
of different sizes and nanowires.• HPQ believes it can also
become the lowest cost manufacturer of spherical Si nanopowders and
silicon-based composites needed by manufacturers of next-generation
lithium-ion batteries.• During the coming months, spherical Si
nanopowders and nanowires silicon-based composite samples requested
by industry participants and research institutions’ will be
produced using PUREVAPTM SiNR.
HPQ is also working with industry leader
Apollon Solar of France to:
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Use their patented process and develop a capability to produce
commercially porous silicon (Si) wafers and porous silicon (Si)
powders.• The collaboration will allow HPQ to become the
lowest cost producer of porous silicon wafers for all-solid -state
batteries and porous silicon powders for Li-ion
batteries.• Develop the hydrogen generation potential of
Silicon nanopowders for use with the GennaoTM
system.• Commercialize, exclusively in Canada, and
non-exclusive in the U.S.A., the GennaoTM H2 system and the
chemical powders required for the hydrolysis production of Hydrogen
("H2").
This News Release is available on the
company's CEO Verified Discussion Forum, a moderated social
media platform that enables civilized discussion and Q&A
between Management and Shareholders.
Disclaimers:
The Corporation’s interest in developing the
PUREVAP™ QRR and any projected capital or operating cost savings
associated with its development should not be construed as being
related to the establishing the economic viability or technical
feasibility of any of the Company’s Quartz Projects.
This press release contains certain
forward-looking statements, including, without limitation,
statements containing the words "may", "plan", "will", "estimate",
"continue", "anticipate", "intend", "expect", "in the process" and
other similar expressions which constitute "forward-looking
information" within the meaning of applicable securities laws.
Forward-looking statements reflect the Company's current
expectation and assumptions and are subject to a number of risks
and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ
materially from those anticipated. These forward-looking statements
involve risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, our
expectations regarding the acceptance of our products by the
market, our strategy to develop new products and enhance the
capabilities of existing products, our strategy with respect to
research and development, the impact of competitive products and
pricing, new product development, and uncertainties related to the
regulatory approval process. Such statements reflect the current
views of the Company with respect to future events and are subject
to certain risks and uncertainties and other risks detailed from
time-to-time in the Company's on-going filings with the security’s
regulatory authorities, which filings can be found at
www.sedar.com. Actual results, events, and performance may differ
materially. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on
these forward-looking statements. The Company undertakes no
obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking
statements either as a result of new information, future events or
otherwise, except as required by applicable securities laws.
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policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for
the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
For further information
contact
Bernard J. Tourillon, Chairman, President and CEO
Tel (514) 907-1011Patrick Levasseur, Vice-President and COO Tel:
(514) 262-9239http://www.hpqsilicon.com Email:
Info@hpqsilicon.com
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