California Nano receives $196,250 (U.S.) in POs

Executive Summary

• California Nanotechnologies Corp. has received two purchase orders totaling approximately $196,250 (U.S.) from a U.S.-based developer of advanced small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs).
• The orders are for the production of boron-carbide (B4C) reactor control rods intended for the customer's first demonstration reactor.
• Production is currently underway at the company's Santa Ana facility, with deliveries expected to be scheduled over the coming weeks.

Key Details

• Contract Value: Approximately $196,250 (U.S.) across two purchase orders.
• Product: Boron-carbide (B4C) reactor control rods.
• Customer: A U.S.-based company specializing in the development of advanced small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs).
• Application: The rods will be installed in the customer's first demonstration reactor.
• Production Status: Production is now under way; deliveries are expected to be scheduled over the coming weeks.
• Manufacturing Location: California Nanotechnologies' Santa Ana facility.
• Technology Used: Manufacturing is being executed using the MSP-5 spark plasma sintering (SPS) machine, along with ancillary equipment and processing.
• Client Relationship: The client established its relationship with California Nanotechnologies in October 2025.
• Selection Criteria: The company was selected as a manufacturing partner due to its ability to execute target specifications on an accelerated timeline, its unique expertise with advanced materials, and its ability to fabricate required custom tooling in-house.

Notable Quotes

• "With U.S. energy demand shifting rapidly, Cal Nano is proud to support the next generation of clean, reliable nuclear power," stated Eric Eyerman, chief executive officer. "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."