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(Miami) — Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. (Nasdaq: EMAT) will acquire thirteen ULVAC rare earth magnet machines, expanding its production capacity to 10,000 metric tons per year with an installation date of November 2026.
"The partnership with ULVAC is the most consequential commercial landmark in EM&T’s history," Frank Moon, Chief Executive Officer of EM&T, said in a statement. "We are not simply buying machines. We are deploying the most advanced sintered magnet manufacturing infrastructure."
The deal will boost the company’s high-performance sintered magnet capacity to 6,000 metric tons per year as part of the 10,000-ton total output. According to the company, the November 2026 delivery compresses a process that typically takes over two years, a move intended to solidify its position as a leading producer of rare earth magnets outside of China.
This expansion positions EM&T to become a key supplier for U.S. defense contractors, who are required to use American-made materials by January 2027. The move comes as other domestic producers like MP Materials also work to scale up their U.S. operations, highlighting a broader push to build a secure, non-Chinese supply chain for critical minerals.
Upon commissioning the thirteen machines, EM&T projects it will be the largest producer of rare earth magnets outside of China by a significant margin. The company emphasizes that its vertically integrated model—spanning from recycling and processing of concentrates to finished magnet production—provides a unique advantage in the Western hemisphere. This contrasts with competitors who may rely on Chinese feedstock or intermediate processing.
The agreement with ULVAC, a Japanese multinational recognized as the global standard-setter for sintered NdFeB magnet production technology, is seen by EM&T as a powerful external validation of its technical and commercial capabilities. The expedited timeline is attributed to a long-standing relationship between the two companies. The purchase includes a variety of vacuum induction melting furnaces and continuous vacuum sintering furnaces, essential for producing the high-grade magnets required for EV motors, wind turbines, and advanced defense applications.
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