Tekna Holding (“Tekna”; OSE: TEKNA), a world-leading provider of plasma technology systems and advanced materials, today announced the sale of a refurbished TekNano™ 40 system to a private customer in Asia for CAD 1.1million, with delivery scheduled for Q4 2026, and revenue recognised in the same quarter. This is the first refurbished system Tekna has brought to market.
The sale marks a milestone for Tekna, representing a growing opportunity to provide a lower entry price point for customers evaluating induction plasma technology while adding Systems revenue at low incremental cost.
"This refurbished system sale demonstrates that our equipment is built to last and can deliver value even in a second-generation deployment," said Claude Jean, CEO of Tekna. "Combined with our recycled powder materials program, we are building a comprehensive sustainability narrative that appeals to customers seeking to reduce their environmental footprint without compromising performance."
The TekNano 40 system was acquired through a buyback arrangement with an existing customer. It had seen minimal use, and its original performance capabilities preserved, making it an ideal candidate for refurbishment and redeployment. Tekna will continue to evaluate equipment buyback and redeployment opportunities where such initiatives create commercial value and align with customer demand. This approach enables the company to expand its addressable market in regions and applications where refurbished systems offer compelling economics.
ABOUT THE TEKNANO SYSTEM
The TekNano 40 is an advanced plasma torch system engineered for development and pilot scale production of spherical nanopowders used in high value and niche applications. The system utilizes Tekna’s proprietary Inductively Coupled Plasma technology to transform gas, liquid or solid feedstock into precision spherical particles with controlled size distribution and exceptional powder quality. The designation refers to the 40 kW power input of the plasma generator.
Tekna’s Inductively Coupled Plasma technology is acclaimed for enabling state-of-the-art research and manufacturing capabilities in advanced materials, offering various configurations to meet the needs of diverse industries and academic research sectors.
EXPANDING THE CIRCULAR ECONOMY
The sale reinforces Tekna's commitment to sustainability and circular economy principles. Earlier in 2026, the company launched a new Material product line featuring recycled titanium powders for additive manufacturing applications. This innovative offering repurposes titanium scrap powders while preserving material properties essential for non-traceable AM applications, reducing waste and virgin material consumption.
