As the year draws to a close, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we’ve had at Kittyhawk so far. These months have brought significant milestones, each underscoring our unwavering commitment to delivering the highest quality Hot Isostatic Pressing (HIP) services to industries that depend on precision and excellence.
Our most notable achievement this year was the acquisition of Stack HIP from Stack Metallurgical Group, along with the addition of our new Albany facility. Home to one of the largest high-pressure vessels in North America, this new site allows us to process complex metal parts up to 63 inches in diameter—empowering us to meet the growing demands of aerospace, defense, medical, and other mission-critical industries. Welcoming the Stack HIP team into the Kittyhawk family has been a privilege, and we are excited about the opportunities this expansion brings to our customers and partners.
In addition, 2024 was also a year of great connections. From engaging with many of you at RAPID + TCT to showcasing our expertise at Titanium USA and the Investment Casting Institute’s Technical Conference, we’ve been fortunate to participate in events that celebrate innovation and continue to grow our best relationships. We also had the privilege of exploring emerging opportunities in Powder Metal Hot Isostatic Pressing (PM-HIP) at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory’s workshop.
I’m grateful for the people who make Kittyhawk’s success possible—our talented team, our loyal clients, and our trusted partners. Your confidence in us drives our relentless pursuit of excellence.
Looking ahead, our mission remains clear: to continue delivering innovative, high-quality HIP solutions that empower our clients and shape the future of manufacturing. We can’t wait to see what the next year holds.
Wishing you all a prosperous and successful 2025!
Warm regards,
Brandon Creason
President, Kittyhawk | Hot Isostatic Pressing
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About Kittyhawk
Kittyhawk Inc. is a premier provider of Hot Isostatic Pressing services, established in 1981. We cater to various industries such as aerospace, defense, automotive, oil & gas, firearms, medical, and commercial, delivering quality parts with quick turnaround times. Adhering to AS9100 and NADCAP standards, we also comply with ITAR and EAR import and export regulations and hold a CLASS 07 FFL. Visit www.kittyhawkinc.com to learn more.