COLUMBUS, OH / ACCESSWIRE / June 4, 2024 / SCI Engineered Materials, Inc. ("SCI") (OTCQB:SCIA), today reported a five-year manufacturing agreement with Battle Sight Technologies to produce ColdFIRE^® powder for defense applications.

ColdFIRE^® is a unique, photoluminescent powder which provides a bright infrared glow that lasts more than 12 hours. It is utilized in coatings, films, paints, plastics and other materials for clothing, tactical equipment, and machinery night vision optimized to support no-light/low-light missions. ColdFIRE^® does not require batteries or electronics and recharges rapidly in natural or artificial light for continual reuse. End-use products have no incremental weight considerations and require no modifications to original form factors.

Jeremy Young, President, and Chief Executive Officer commented, "This manufacturing agreement is expected to extend SCI's presence in the defense industry, which is one of our strategic growth markets. We will utilize the Company's existing equipment and unique capabilities to produce the ColdFIRE^® powder that will be used in a wide range of defense, safety and first responder applications."

"SCI's focus on quality and speed to market makes them our trusted supply chain partner for ColdFIRE^® production ensuring we can meet the product needs of our global defense customers," stated Nick Ripplinger, President, Battle Sight Technologies, LLC.

About SCI Engineered Materials, Inc.

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About Battle Sight Technologies

Battle Sight Technologies, headquartered in Dayton, Ohio, is a service-disabled and veteran-owned, defense products company focused on the warfighter and various mission sets including Survival, Personnel Recovery, Isolated Persons, Combat Search and Rescue, Combat Resupply and Close Quarters Battle mission set.

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