U.S. Navy partners with VRC Metal Systems for Fleet Repair

SAN DIEGO, Calif. (USNI News) – If a part breaks on a ship or submarine sailing in a conflict zone or moored at its homeport, the fix just might be done with a portable welder or a mobile workshop set up on the pier in an unconventional way, using an innovative technology known as “cold… Continue reading U.S. Navy partners with VRC Metal Systems for Fleet Repair

Senator Rounds tours and speaks on the importance of VRC Metal Systems

Published: Sep. 4, 2023 RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) – With the unit of B21 bombers scheduled to arrive at Ellsworth Air Force Base sometime next year, it’s vital that the base has equipment to quickly repair and maintain aircraft. Senator Rounds toured VRC metals recently and they are developing a tool that will do just… Continue reading Senator Rounds tours and speaks on the importance of VRC Metal Systems

VRC Metal Systems Receives Lockheed Martin Exceptional Small Business Award

Box Elder, SD (July 1st, 2023) – VRC Metal Systems, a leading developer of advanced cold spray technologies, announced that it has been awarded the prestigious Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control Exceptional Small Business Award. The Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control Exceptional Small Business Award is presented annually by Lockheed Martin and showcases… Continue reading VRC Metal Systems Receives Lockheed Martin Exceptional Small Business Award

BOSS Magazine: Supersonic Superpowers

VRC Metal Systems was recently featured in BOSS Magazine, not only showcasing our premier cold spray services but also our outstanding customer service. We are grateful to have been featured and given the opportunity to discuss our business, our goals, and our values.  Read the full article below or visit BOSS  Magazine to view the… Continue reading BOSS Magazine: Supersonic Superpowers

How VRC Metal Systems Is Changing The Game On Repairing Metal

VRC Metal systems produce a cold spray, better known as supersonic particle deposition. It is a high-energy solid-state coating powder solution used to seal cracks and holes in metals, metal alloys, and metal blends.(KOTA KEVN) RAPID CITY, S.D. (KEVN) – “It is a game-changing technology when it comes down to parts that really need to… Continue reading How VRC Metal Systems Is Changing The Game On Repairing Metal

Introducing The C.A.M.P. Site™ System

View Full Video For Entire Walk-Around Of The C.A.M.P Site™ System Introducing the VRC Metal Systems C.A.M.P Site™ Cold Spray System. C.A.M.P Site™ stands for Cold Spray Advanced Manufacturing Portable Site which means this containerized unit is our most powerful and relatively portable unit to date. The C.A.M.P Site™ system is designed to be self-supporting… Continue reading Introducing The C.A.M.P. Site™ System

What Are Antifouling Hull Coatings?

Fouling is the deposition and accumulation of unwanted material on surfaces exposed to fluids. These unwanted deposits can include scale, insoluble salts, proteins, bacteria, algae, zebra mussels, and other aquatic organisms. Fouling is an issue, not only for marine vessels but also for heat exchangers, cooling towers, piping, or any industrial equipment subject to stagnant… Continue reading What Are Antifouling Hull Coatings?

Enhanced Aircraft Sheet Metal Construction and Repair

In aerospace, MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) is expensive and time-consuming, but there are new ways to reduce repair costs and downtime while maintaining safety and durability. VRC Metal Systems’ high-pressure cold spray adds fresh, solid metal without melting anything. It can be used to repair and enhance parts, decreasing the need for parts replacement.… Continue reading Enhanced Aircraft Sheet Metal Construction and Repair

Improve Base Material with VRC’s High-Pressure Cold Spray

Metal components are often susceptible to corrosion, thinning, or fatigue as a part accumulates more and more service hours. However, VRC Metal Systems can help you implement technology to restore those metal pieces and structures through high-pressure cold spray equipment. With this technology, you can save and repair your damaged components, potentially leaving them even… Continue reading Improve Base Material with VRC’s High-Pressure Cold Spray

Use of Cold Spray to Improve Hydropower

Hydropower is a sustainable renewable energy source that can power homes, factories, and cities. It has been one of the world’s cheapest energy sources and used for over one hundred years. One of the challenges to maintaining hydropower equipment is the effect of cavitation erosion on the turbines. Cold spray technology can mitigate and prevent… Continue reading Use of Cold Spray to Improve Hydropower